Black Stars defender Baba Rahman has openly criticised the poor state of football pitches in Ghana, calling it a source of national embarrassment.
In recent years, Ghana has drawn criticism from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the substandard quality of its playing surfaces.
The issue resurfaced during the 2024/25 FA Cup final, held at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium, where fans voiced their frustration over the pitch’s condition.
Speaking to Joy Sports, Rahman called for urgent action from the relevant authorities to address the long-standing problem.
“This is a serious issue that needs urgent attention,” the PAOK defender said.
“I’m pleading with those in charge — let’s at least ensure the national team has a proper pitch to play on. Sometimes it’s really embarrassing.”
He also highlighted how the poor conditions have damaged Ghana’s reputation internationally.
“You go back to your club after international duty, and your teammates mock the country because of the pitches we play on. It’s honestly a national disgrace.”
While acknowledging the challenges of maintaining pitches in Ghana’s climate, Rahman stressed that more effort must be made.
“I understand the weather makes pitch maintenance difficult, but we still need to make the effort. Improving our pitches will benefit all our national teams — from the juniors to the women’s sides.”
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