Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has raised concerns over the inconsistent performances of some of Ghana’s top stars, urging head coach Carlos Queiroz to address the issue as a matter of urgency ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer.
His remarks come amid growing debate over the Black Stars’ inability to consistently maximise the output of their most influential players on the international stage, a concern widely raised following recent coaching changes.
One player often referenced is Antoine Semenyo, who has impressed at club level but has struggled to replicate that form for Ghana, scoring three goals in 34 appearances for the national team—all in friendly matches.
Similar concerns have been raised about Mohammed Kudus, whose club performances have not always translated into the same level of impact in Black Stars colours.
Speaking on SoccerChat, Adams questioned the disparity in performances, insisting the technical team must find solutions to unlock the full potential of the squad.
“Why would we have Antoine Semenyo in our team? He goes to Man City and can dribble about three zones of play and score, but when he comes to the national team, he’s not able to play effectively? Kudus plays well for his club, but at the national team, he sometimes struggles to have that kind of flair,” he said.
“So the new coach has work to do to make these talents achieve results,” the Buem MP added.
The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L for the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Panama, England and Croatia.
They begin their campaign against Panama on June 17 at BMO Field in Toronto, before facing England on June 23 at Gillette Stadium in Boston. Their final group match will be against Croatia on June 27 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
After group-stage exits in both 2014 and 2022, Ghana will be aiming for a stronger showing in North America as they look to progress beyond the early rounds.
As part of their build-up, the team is scheduled to face Mexico on May 22 and Wales on June 2.
