Even Jordan and Dede weren’t born here — Nii Lante Vanderpuye on Nketiah-Odoi saga

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Kweku Tsin 1 month ago

The Ayew family DNA is full blooded Ghanaian BRAND regardless of where they were born, and they have proven it. That is why they do not need official nationality switch to play for BS.

The Ayew family DNA is full blooded Ghanaian BRAND regardless of where they were born, and they have proven it. That is why they do not need official nationality switch to play for BS.
Revelation + Rationality = Truth 1 month ago

Have you had your antipsychotic medication today?

Have you had your antipsychotic medication today?
Mawrehene 1 month ago

Boss, the difference is that, neither Dede nor Jordan ever rejected a call to play for Ghana. They made their intentions clear, right from childhood.
We don't want any mercenaries who rejected the team when things were toug ...
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Boss, the difference is that, neither Dede nor Jordan ever rejected a call to play for Ghana. They made their intentions clear, right from childhood.
We don't want any mercenaries who rejected the team when things were tough, only to make a u-turn now because of a chance to play at the WC.
What is the guarantee that they will still want to be part of the team after the World Cup?
Martin 1 month ago

It will be a stopgap measure and sustainable for the mercenary footballers to be included in the team have previously rejected entreaties from GFA. Inviting the mercenaries at this time will only result in a short-term gain s ...
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It will be a stopgap measure and sustainable for the mercenary footballers to be included in the team have previously rejected entreaties from GFA. Inviting the mercenaries at this time will only result in a short-term gain should thay make waves in the World Cup and their inclusion will stymie future football development.
ST Ghfuo: CANADIANS ARE BIASED, DISHONEST 1 month ago

nii lantey gyimi gyimi fraudulent. see where he is framing the argument? they were given invites. they said give us time to decide. kwasia, if your mother calls you to come n pound fufu n you say mommy, give me time to decide ...
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nii lantey gyimi gyimi fraudulent. see where he is framing the argument? they were given invites. they said give us time to decide. kwasia, if your mother calls you to come n pound fufu n you say mommy, give me time to decide. then, your mommy goes to her neigbor n asks seidu to come n pound the fufu. then you come home n the fufu is pounded ready to eat. should you foolish nii lantey be allowed to eat? you came from your modas woman right?
ST Ghfuo: CANADIANS ARE BIASED, DISHONEST 1 month ago

this is different from kp boateng. kpb came to gh to even play but complained about the woeful pitches. when bstars played in egypt safrica with good pitches he went there to join the team. that was much much better than the ...
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this is different from kp boateng. kpb came to gh to even play but complained about the woeful pitches. when bstars played in egypt safrica with good pitches he went there to join the team. that was much much better than the foolishness gfa is entertaining from some of these bitchass, muffin eatin english born players.......
Kwadwo 1 month ago

That has NOTHING to do with this. They chose Ghana early on, nketiah also did but stopped and Hudson doing didn't bother

That has NOTHING to do with this. They chose Ghana early on, nketiah also did but stopped and Hudson doing didn't bother

COD 1 month ago

@Kwadwo: I did not know that Nii Lante Vanderpuye is such a fool out there.
Dede Ayew & Jordan Ayew, never ever, rejected Ghana from their infancy just like their father, the maestro, Abedi.
Nii Lante Vanderpuye, must not f ...
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@Kwadwo: I did not know that Nii Lante Vanderpuye is such a fool out there.
Dede Ayew & Jordan Ayew, never ever, rejected Ghana from their infancy just like their father, the maestro, Abedi.
Nii Lante Vanderpuye, must not foolishly compare the Ayews to Hudson-Odoi and Eddie Nketiah and Amuzu who said a big no Ghana when called.
The Ayews have proven how proud they are of their Ghanaian roots and colours.
NADAA2 1 month ago

COD fool....this is not about pride or patriotism!
IT IS ABOUT SKILL AND FORM!

It is the BEST players who should feature for the country REGARDLESS of their past stance.

COD fool....this is not about pride or patriotism!
IT IS ABOUT SKILL AND FORM!

It is the BEST players who should feature for the country REGARDLESS of their past stance.
Bissiw 1 month ago

Arrant nonsense, form your personal team and invite whoever you want.

Arrant nonsense, form your personal team and invite whoever you want.
COD 1 month ago

To: NAADA2; the invitation and inclusion of those foreign-born players, chiefly, Eddie Nketiah & Hudson-Odoi, will surely kill morale at the Black Stars camp.
And without the required morale added to passion, what can the sk ...
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To: NAADA2; the invitation and inclusion of those foreign-born players, chiefly, Eddie Nketiah & Hudson-Odoi, will surely kill morale at the Black Stars camp.
And without the required morale added to passion, what can the skill and form of a player produce?
Clearly, you`re an ignorant one out there.
. 1 month ago

Nii Lantey, you're a total disappointment to those who thought you were right in your mind and deserved to be the sports minister. Did Jordan and Dede jilt Ghana on their first callups? Buulu bi, onyaaae ssɔɔɔm. Such a jok ...
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Nii Lantey, you're a total disappointment to those who thought you were right in your mind and deserved to be the sports minister. Did Jordan and Dede jilt Ghana on their first callups? Buulu bi, onyaaae ssɔɔɔm. Such a joke, ofui.
Gamel 1 month ago

Hon. Nii Lantey, I think you missed it here and I'm surprised. Dede and Jordan responded immediately they were called. That cannot be the case of the others. However, I resonate with your submission that any foreigner of Ghan ...
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Hon. Nii Lantey, I think you missed it here and I'm surprised. Dede and Jordan responded immediately they were called. That cannot be the case of the others. However, I resonate with your submission that any foreigner of Ghanaian decent should be given the chance to play.
This is my take: If they really want to play for Ghana, they should be accepted and reserved for the next Afcon and NOT the WC-2026. This will be a real test case of their resolve to play for Ghana.
Lydia 1 month ago

You are very right. They can be called to the Black Stars when the next AFCON qualifiers begin. Like you said, it will be a test of their patriotism for Ghana

You are very right. They can be called to the Black Stars when the next AFCON qualifiers begin. Like you said, it will be a test of their patriotism for Ghana
NADAA2 1 month ago

Ante LYDIA......the world cup is about SKILL not patriotism or morality.

The coach's job is to select the MOST SKILLFUL players regardless of their patriotism, religion, tribe or morality....

Ante LYDIA......the world cup is about SKILL not patriotism or morality.

The coach's job is to select the MOST SKILLFUL players regardless of their patriotism, religion, tribe or morality....
Bissiw 1 month ago

Massa, stop posting nonsense, your stupid opinion is not needed here.

Massa, stop posting nonsense, your stupid opinion is not needed here.
Shallom Shallom 1 month ago

Listen to the argument a mature man and former minister is making, wow. How do you compare a player that played for a junior team to the one who refuse a callup only to come after other players have qualified for the world st ...
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Listen to the argument a mature man and former minister is making, wow. How do you compare a player that played for a junior team to the one who refuse a callup only to come after other players have qualified for the world stage. This are the type of men that take decisions for the country.

Truth 1 month ago

What a fool

What a fool
kuukua 1 month ago

FOOLISH TALK ... how dedicated are those people you are referring to? Jordan and Ayew were not born in ghana but have never turned their back on the country. they are very dedicated

FOOLISH TALK ... how dedicated are those people you are referring to? Jordan and Ayew were not born in ghana but have never turned their back on the country. they are very dedicated
Koo 1 month ago

Except for their annoying sense of entitlement, those two boys have been overly dedicated to their services for the Blackstars, Nii Nantwie, fa wo gyimii sɔɔ hɔ w'ate, you're no different from the useless ofui adams.

Except for their annoying sense of entitlement, those two boys have been overly dedicated to their services for the Blackstars, Nii Nantwie, fa wo gyimii sɔɔ hɔ w'ate, you're no different from the useless ofui adams.
Sansambila 1 month ago

But they did not reject Ghana when Ghana need them. You cannot reject Ghana during qualifiers and turn round to come and play the tournament.

But they did not reject Ghana when Ghana need them. You cannot reject Ghana during qualifiers and turn round to come and play the tournament.
Obroniba 1 month ago

Hey nii lantey shut up there. Dede and Jordan played all the qualifiers and had no issues with football fans. The other guys refused to be part of the struggle so why must they now want to enjoy the glory? You had it all wron ...
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Hey nii lantey shut up there. Dede and Jordan played all the qualifiers and had no issues with football fans. The other guys refused to be part of the struggle so why must they now want to enjoy the glory? You had it all wrong this time and you must shut your mouth if you have nothing sensible to say. Nonsense
O’Neil 1 month ago

Kwasea, at what age and time they play for Ghana . Useless man

Kwasea, at what age and time they play for Ghana . Useless man
Tee Kay 1 month ago

Wow! Did Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye just came into existence?
If he(Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye) just came into existence and care to know, majority of Ghanaians are not against a Ghanaian who is born outside being called into the ...
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Wow! Did Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye just came into existence?
If he(Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye) just came into existence and care to know, majority of Ghanaians are not against a Ghanaian who is born outside being called into the national team. Majority of Ghanaians are against an opportunistic and a selfish Ghanaian, whether born in Ghana or outside Ghana, who is only ready to play for Ghana because of the opportunity to play in the world cup in order to make a name for themselves.
Some of these players rejected Ghana when Ghana was seriously in need of them. But all of a sudden they are working in the dark or behind the scene to be invited.
If Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye care to know, the kind of players the national team(the Black Stars) need is dedicated, committed, loyal, sincere, and patriotic players. Not selfish, unpatriotic and opportunistic players who will only play for Ghana at the world cup in order to make a name for themselves.
If Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye just came into existence and care to know, and as others have said, Dede Ayew and Jordan Ayew are far different because it is very clear from day one that they are dedicated, committed, loyal, sincere and patriotic.
So Mr Nii Lante Vanderpuye, please come again.

God bless our homeland Ghana and make our nation great and strong. Amen.
Abeiku UK 1 month ago

Every Ghananian is a Ghananian ... some of those foreign based players were more than happy to represent Ghana because of their roots but were overlooked and only GFA officials at the time could tell you why .... nothing t ...
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Every Ghananian is a Ghananian ... some of those foreign based players were more than happy to represent Ghana because of their roots but were overlooked and only GFA officials at the time could tell you why .... nothing to do with the players
Neb 1 month ago

Some were not picking calls by the current coach. They didn't see the team as attractive enough to join. Said they would play for other countries. Kept hoping and yet failed to break into those teams, finally saw the Black St ...
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Some were not picking calls by the current coach. They didn't see the team as attractive enough to join. Said they would play for other countries. Kept hoping and yet failed to break into those teams, finally saw the Black Stars take shape and qualify impressively for the WC. Why didn't they say they would play when Ghana didn't have enough players for the AFCON qualifiers?
Nyameba 1 month ago

People can change their minds anytime they want.If not NDC couldn’t be the ruling government in Ghana at the moment so those complaining should leave it to the coach and his team

People can change their minds anytime they want.If not NDC couldn’t be the ruling government in Ghana at the moment so those complaining should leave it to the coach and his team

Mr Smith 1 month ago

I will advise you change your name to Abonsamba. This is about a national sports call up and not some political events. We don't need a silly bunch of opportunists.

I will advise you change your name to Abonsamba. This is about a national sports call up and not some political events. We don't need a silly bunch of opportunists.
Fastook 1 month ago

So what’s the point. Are you a politician and IQ keelboat is that low. How can you apply an all-size-fit-all approach to this? Dede and Jordan chose Ghana from the start not immediately after qualifying for World Cup. Pleas ...
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So what’s the point. Are you a politician and IQ keelboat is that low. How can you apply an all-size-fit-all approach to this? Dede and Jordan chose Ghana from the start not immediately after qualifying for World Cup. Please stop this I
Jack 1 month ago

ignorant old fool..When did they start playing for?Ghana?? We don't care about where someone was born. We want people who are ready to help Ghana at da right time.

ignorant old fool..When did they start playing for?Ghana?? We don't care about where someone was born. We want people who are ready to help Ghana at da right time.
Agbelimor Paris 1 month ago

When Michael Essien was approached by GFA for an assistant coach job,he rejected.He said he wasn't ready,so in future if he says he's now ready,are we also going to reject him?Now Nottingham forest is under performing and Nke ...
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When Michael Essien was approached by GFA for an assistant coach job,he rejected.He said he wasn't ready,so in future if he says he's now ready,are we also going to reject him?Now Nottingham forest is under performing and Nketiah always start from the bench so now Ghanaians see Nketiah and Odoi as past.But Nketiah and Odoi are more experience and will be a good substitute for Kudus, Inaki and Semenyo etc.
Nii Bi 1 month ago

Essien was not chosen, we preferred him bit he knew himself he wasn't ready for the job. We chose him because he has paid his dues big time to the nation already but it was unfortunate his level wasn't even up to that task. W ...
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Essien was not chosen, we preferred him bit he knew himself he wasn't ready for the job. We chose him because he has paid his dues big time to the nation already but it was unfortunate his level wasn't even up to that task. Whenever he's well equipped and resourced to take it in the future, the door os widely open. It is a shame you even had to compare Essien to those ungrateful brats.
Excel 1 month ago

We knows they are Ga what do you expect him to say

We knows they are Ga what do you expect him to say
Ghanaman 1 month ago

Stupid, tribal bigot! How did this contribute positively to the discussions?

Stupid, tribal bigot! How did this contribute positively to the discussions?
Ghanaman 1 month ago

Alright, it looks like this will have to go to a referendum. I guess pride means more to some people than the actual attempt to win the cup. In their minds, Ghana can lose 9-0 against Spain with our current crop of players th ...
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Alright, it looks like this will have to go to a referendum. I guess pride means more to some people than the actual attempt to win the cup. In their minds, Ghana can lose 9-0 against Spain with our current crop of players than beef up with additional players (whether they initially heeded Ghana's call or not), as long as we are able to teach some players a lesson. Have we solved our left back problems, our aerial balls goal keeping problems, our goal scoring problems, our refusal to pass balls problems, to feel so comfortable with refusing acceptance to some Ghanaians who want to help now? I don't think so!
Koo 1 month ago

It will go to wo ni ne wo se dom. Can't you see the writings on the wall? Adanko.

It will go to wo ni ne wo se dom. Can't you see the writings on the wall? Adanko.
Ghanaman 1 month ago

Hahahaha, eiii, my Ghanaian people can insult! Yes, l see the writing on the wall alright, if we don't beef up the team, we will end up with scorelines at the world cup that will wake the ghosts of Ghana football up! Can we s ...
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Hahahaha, eiii, my Ghanaian people can insult! Yes, l see the writing on the wall alright, if we don't beef up the team, we will end up with scorelines at the world cup that will wake the ghosts of Ghana football up! Can we stop the Haalands and the Mbappes with our current crop of players? Yes, the writing is on the wall alright!
Koo 1 month ago

As much as your claims in some certain terms may be valid, it is very paramount to keep some sense of integrity and decency within the Blackstars and other national representations. Ghana is not a second choice country where ...
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As much as your claims in some certain terms may be valid, it is very paramount to keep some sense of integrity and decency within the Blackstars and other national representations. Ghana is not a second choice country where if someone fails elsewhere, he/she turns to use as a compensation. We're better than that bro. And yes, we can stop anybody not just Harland and Mbappe if the defenders harmonize themselves and the team play according to plan adding individual brilliance. The relevance here is tactical discipline and team play, individuality counts but won't matter under stress and pressure so no matter how best you think those ungrateful boys are, without what I've said, they'll be another failure. So for now, we actually don't need them.
Ewvevi 1 month ago

Foolish man. We all know they weren't born here. You are not the fool to remind us. We know how these boys opted for Ghana way back in the day. They have been committed to Ghana all their playing lives. We will not agree to o ...
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Foolish man. We all know they weren't born here. You are not the fool to remind us. We know how these boys opted for Ghana way back in the day. They have been committed to Ghana all their playing lives. We will not agree to opportunists suddenly wanting to join the world cup bound team. They are most welcome to play the qualifiers for 2027 AFCON. Do you have sense at all, nii lante?
God's time 1 month ago

Monkey no go work, baboon go come chop.

Monkey no go work, baboon go come chop.
Revelation + Rationality = Truth 1 month ago

You've lost the argument. Is not about being born in Ghana or abroad. Is about the principle of rejecting Ghana in the past but rescinding decision after Ghana has qualified for the world cup.

You've lost the argument. Is not about being born in Ghana or abroad. Is about the principle of rejecting Ghana in the past but rescinding decision after Ghana has qualified for the world cup.
Ujah 1 month ago

I'm very disappointed in this man. Thank God he was made the sports minister. It's obvious they've greased his palms to do their bidding.
No-one is say foreign-born players aren't welcome. All we are saying is that we can't ...
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I'm very disappointed in this man. Thank God he was made the sports minister. It's obvious they've greased his palms to do their bidding.
No-one is say foreign-born players aren't welcome. All we are saying is that we can't be second-choices. We must have pride and principles as a people!
Stupid 1 month ago

You are stupid! Jordan and Dede were not born in Ghana but did not refused to help Black Stars anytime they were called to play. Please stop that of your stupid tribal begot.

You are stupid! Jordan and Dede were not born in Ghana but did not refused to help Black Stars anytime they were called to play. Please stop that of your stupid tribal begot.
AmanorUSA 1 month ago

Nobody has said they can’t play,if they have now made up their minds then great. They will be invited for the next Afcon qualifiers after the World Cup cup.

Nobody has said they can’t play,if they have now made up their minds then great. They will be invited for the next Afcon qualifiers after the World Cup cup.
JJ 1 month ago

If Otto Addo doesn't take the advise of the minister and allow those idiots saying they shouldn't be invited influence his selection, Ghana will go and will be disgrace and these same people will put pressure on the minister ...
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If Otto Addo doesn't take the advise of the minister and allow those idiots saying they shouldn't be invited influence his selection, Ghana will go and will be disgrace and these same people will put pressure on the minister to sack him. The same fans and media men that were calling for Otto Addo sacking are now telling him to go with players who played the qualifies, they are setting you up so wise up coach. Listen to the minister because these Ghanaians will call for your sacking if you don't deliver
Bahubali 1 month ago

You see how stupid and useless you sound for exposing your shallowness. Who do the team play to impress, the useless minister or the populace? Who does the minister even represent, is he not working under the powers given to ...
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You see how stupid and useless you sound for exposing your shallowness. Who do the team play to impress, the useless minister or the populace? Who does the minister even represent, is he not working under the powers given to him by the populace? It's very nauseating to hear some of you speak like you drink diesel to spark your useless brain into stupid thoughts. Let them try and see, wo ho sɛ chupa chops.
Adam 1 month ago

But they are always available for Ghana chairman

But they are always available for Ghana chairman
USUS 1 month ago

Until now had no idea this guy was an idiot. What is he smoking. Ok got it Ganja man.

Until now had no idea this guy was an idiot. What is he smoking. Ok got it Ganja man.
Holy Sinner 1 month ago

ANOTHER IDIOT, who is talking about place of birth?.We talking of PATRIOTIC citizens who don't kiss arses. Lante, you contributed nothing to the BS When you were in power so shut up.

ANOTHER IDIOT, who is talking about place of birth?.We talking of PATRIOTIC citizens who don't kiss arses. Lante, you contributed nothing to the BS When you were in power so shut up.
Agona ba 1 month ago

Niki Lange wants to be relevant because Hudson Odoi is a Ga that’s why he is saying all this nonsense

Niki Lange wants to be relevant because Hudson Odoi is a Ga that’s why he is saying all this nonsense
Gladdy 1 month ago

Strange, others have toiled to see Ghana through to the world cup,now you want to join the black stars when you have not contributed to their success. Nii Lante,don't go there,don't try and bring confusion in camp before the ...
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Strange, others have toiled to see Ghana through to the world cup,now you want to join the black stars when you have not contributed to their success. Nii Lante,don't go there,don't try and bring confusion in camp before the black stars set off.
Ethical Dilemma 1 month ago

Substance over form: the form is that every skilful Ghanaian (footballer) is entitled to wear black stars’ jersey (that’ isn’t the problem; but it’s the Substance - the deception, where monkey worked hard and baboon w ...
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Substance over form: the form is that every skilful Ghanaian (footballer) is entitled to wear black stars’ jersey (that’ isn’t the problem; but it’s the Substance - the deception, where monkey worked hard and baboon wants easy meal. Now the sumptuous dish of Ghana’s WCup qualification is ready!!! So baboons Nketia, Odoi,and Amuzu etc are waltzing to join the party: that’s the problem. The sad thing is that Nketiah and his cohorts are no Messi or Ronaldo - those could be pardoned!!! Paulo Rossi was recalled from betting suspension to win the WCup for Italy (1982); so I understand that exceptional players (sometimes) need exceptional favour but these foreign gatecrushers are just a little above ordinary so they don’t deserve what they’re asking for; no WCup for ‘traitors’, FULL STOP!!!!
Bk man 1 month ago

Nii you are getting it wrong
These guys were called to
come and play and they
refused now that the ghana
black stars have qualified
they want to play for the black
stars who should do the dirty
work.So nii do ...
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Nii you are getting it wrong
These guys were called to
come and play and they
refused now that the ghana
black stars have qualified
they want to play for the black
stars who should do the dirty
work.So nii do your illustration
well please
Asakramitoga 1 month ago

Nii Lante am highly disappointed in you. The two brothers though born outside were patriotic and ready to fie for their country but not these mercenaries. They can play for Ghana after the world cup . Rubbish statement from a ...
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Nii Lante am highly disappointed in you. The two brothers though born outside were patriotic and ready to fie for their country but not these mercenaries. They can play for Ghana after the world cup . Rubbish statement from a person who should have known better
Joe 1 month ago

The issue is not whether they were born in ghana or not. It is whether they respond when approached to play for the nation and dictate when they want to play.

The issue is not whether they were born in ghana or not. It is whether they respond when approached to play for the nation and dictate when they want to play.
Arkhosua 1 month ago

Not a fair comparison. Jordan and Dede have played for this country from the junior teams and answered every call. The current guys rejected us but only popped up because we're qualified. They dont want to play foe Ghana, th ...
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Not a fair comparison. Jordan and Dede have played for this country from the junior teams and answered every call. The current guys rejected us but only popped up because we're qualified. They dont want to play foe Ghana, they want to play in the world cup
Neb 1 month ago

Actually the Black Stars wanted players and those were seen as likely to fill some gaps in the team, but when invited they felt they would be lowering their standards. Their addition now can introduce problems, if indeed they ...
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Actually the Black Stars wanted players and those were seen as likely to fill some gaps in the team, but when invited they felt they would be lowering their standards. Their addition now can introduce problems, if indeed they see only the world cup as a tournament worthy of their attention. One even says he wants to use to honour his dad, is it AFCON qualifiers he wants to use to honour? Fans are saying they should all start by playing AFCON qualifiers so as to see their attitude. World cup, forget.
Bissiw 1 month ago

This whole issue is about national integrity and putting Ghana first. How devoted will they be after the WC, after rejecting and not picking even calls from coaches. Some people don't have shame at all. How good are those boy ...
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This whole issue is about national integrity and putting Ghana first. How devoted will they be after the WC, after rejecting and not picking even calls from coaches. Some people don't have shame at all. How good are those boys, they're just average players. Adding them does not guarantee us winning the WC, we'll take our chances with the devoted players not some opportunists who think they're better than Ghana. This won't be the first time to go to the WC and not perform but the boys will deliver. Some foolish party individuals because of their stupid politics want to sacrifice honor for mediocrity, fools. We don't need them, simple and short.
Boro 1 month ago

And so what?

And so what?
Nyameasem Nyasasem 1 month ago

What points did Nii Lantey raised by saying even Dede Ayew and his brother Jordan weren't born in Ghana but they played or are playing for Ghana? If they were born outside Ghana but are playing for the nation, did it mean tha ...
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What points did Nii Lantey raised by saying even Dede Ayew and his brother Jordan weren't born in Ghana but they played or are playing for Ghana? If they were born outside Ghana but are playing for the nation, did it mean that even if a player born outside the but was approached several times to play and in all those times he declined and rather preferred playing for a foreign country, that player should still be considered? Can Nii Lantey tell us how many times has Jordan or the brother turned down call to play for the country?
GHANABA KWAKU 1 month ago

This man paa

This man paa
Kwamina Ghana 1 month ago

Semenyo, Djiku, Kwaresey, Hans Edu Sappey, Prince Kevin Boateng and Terick Lamptey. These guys were all born outside of Ghana.They are of course Ghanaians, please use them if they can be of good help to a mission.

Semenyo, Djiku, Kwaresey, Hans Edu Sappey, Prince Kevin Boateng and Terick Lamptey. These guys were all born outside of Ghana.They are of course Ghanaians, please use them if they can be of good help to a mission.
Kofi 1 month ago

Hypocrite, the issue is not about being born in Ghana or Abroad it’s about refusing to play for Ghana because they have an ambition to play for England.
After realizing that playing for English would not materialize u make ...
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Hypocrite, the issue is not about being born in Ghana or Abroad it’s about refusing to play for Ghana because they have an ambition to play for England.
After realizing that playing for English would not materialize u make a sudden U TURN to play for Ghana after the WORLD CUP qualification.
Do u expect the coach to drop those who toiled to take Ghana there ? Iam very happy MAHAMA did not appoint u as the sports Minister
Soweto London 1 month ago

FOOLISH TALK. Jordan and Dede chose to.plsy for Ghana at a young age when they were called for the first time. Their live for GHANA is deep and they've good advice from their father Abedi Pele the great who nurtured their kid ...
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FOOLISH TALK. Jordan and Dede chose to.plsy for Ghana at a young age when they were called for the first time. Their live for GHANA is deep and they've good advice from their father Abedi Pele the great who nurtured their kids to love and respect their roots. That can't be said of Odoi , Nketia and Amuzu who declined to play for Ghana at youth level etc so shut the F up..Why have you been.paid by them to solicit and get them invitations to the 2026 world cup? We will rather give the position to good local players who can earn something for Ghana and their communities..After all Nketia,Odoi and Amuzu will take whatever they earn back to Europe where they live. They should play for England and Belgium who will NEVER select them after they betrayed us. END OF STORY
JahGuide 1 month ago

And to think I once thought this man was sensible

And to think I once thought this man was sensible
William HK Sorkpor -- Boston USA 1 month ago

PERSONALLY, I SEE THIS AS A PROVERBIAL 'CAUGHT BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE' MOMENT FOR COACH ADDO. IT'S LIKE YOU'RE DAMN IF YOU DO; AND YOU'RE DAMN IF YOU DON'T. IT'S A TOUGH ONE. I WOULDN'T LIKE TO BE IN THOSE SHOES. MAY ...
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PERSONALLY, I SEE THIS AS A PROVERBIAL 'CAUGHT BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE' MOMENT FOR COACH ADDO. IT'S LIKE YOU'RE DAMN IF YOU DO; AND YOU'RE DAMN IF YOU DON'T. IT'S A TOUGH ONE. I WOULDN'T LIKE TO BE IN THOSE SHOES. MAY LORD ALMIGHTY GUIDE HIS THOUGHT PROCESS. AND MAY LORD ALMIGHTY CONTINUE TO PROTECT AND BLESS OUR BELOVED GREAT GHANA: AMEN!!!
GPS 1 month ago

I agree with Nii Lante they should allow these 2 boys to play for Ghana. They are good players who can push Black Stars through though they refused in the past. First we must let them know the rules, and culture of Ghana Blac ...
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I agree with Nii Lante they should allow these 2 boys to play for Ghana. They are good players who can push Black Stars through though they refused in the past. First we must let them know the rules, and culture of Ghana Black Stars because of cultural differences where they were born and grew up. The coach should select the best to play for Ghana that is all we wang.
Kwame Peter 1 month ago

Nii Lante if you don’t have anything to say don’t say it here,the matter is settled,those who rejected call ups in the past are out,full stop,leave Dede and Jordan out of your mouth.

Nii Lante if you don’t have anything to say don’t say it here,the matter is settled,those who rejected call ups in the past are out,full stop,leave Dede and Jordan out of your mouth.
Ernest Amoah 1 month ago

But they have represented with pride.They didnt wait for France to reject them before choosing Ghana

But they have represented with pride.They didnt wait for France to reject them before choosing Ghana
Col Q 1 month ago

Nii, have you forgotten that the GFA has been after the services of these two players for about 5 years now? Have you forgotten they always came with excuses and all sorts of explanations and delay tactics and hoping for call ...
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Nii, have you forgotten that the GFA has been after the services of these two players for about 5 years now? Have you forgotten they always came with excuses and all sorts of explanations and delay tactics and hoping for call ups from the Three Lions? And don't tell us these players are sooo much better than our players who have qualified us to the world cup again!!! We are no more interested in OPPORTUNITISTS!!!!

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Even Jordan and Dede weren’t born here — Nii Lante Vanderpuye on Nketiah-Odoi saga

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