President John Dramani Mahama has expressed deep disappointment over Ghana’s failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), describing the situation as “heart-wrenching.”
The Black Stars missed out on the continental tournament after failing to secure a single victory during the qualifying campaign — marking the first time in two decades that Ghana has not qualified for AFCON.
Speaking in an interview with Sporty FM in Accra, President Mahama lamented the team’s early exit but expressed optimism about the future.
He noted that the Black Stars’ qualification for the upcoming World Cup serves as a source of consolation, adding that he is confident the team will make Ghana and the African continent proud on the global stage.
“When we crashed out of the AFCON, it was heart-wrenching for all Ghanaians because it was the first time in many decades that Ghana had not gone for the AFCON. Ghana has been a permanent feature in AFCON and so it was quite hurtful but I believe that the boys have made it up with qualifying for the World Cup,” he said.
