The Ghana Football Association has taken note of recent false and malicious allegations circulating on social media and certain online platforms claiming that the GFA takes money from players. A case in point is an allegation purportedly made by a "purported" relative of Prince Owusu that he was asked to cede a percentage of his potential earnings from a Black Stars call up to the World Cup to the GFA.
We categorically and unequivocally DENY these claims in their entirety. These reports are completely fabricated and intended to tarnish the image of the GFA and Ghanaian football. The GFA does not demand, solicit, or collect any money from players for selection into national teams or for any other purpose.
For the avoidance of doubt:
1. The GFA leadership does not invite players into any of our national teams. This responsibility does not lie with the leadership, nor with any individual member of the Association. It lies exclusively with the Head Coach of the team.
2. All financial dealings and payments to players are handled directly by the Ministry of Sports. Players’ payments (match bonuses, appearance fees, win bonuses, etc.) are transferred straight to their individual bank accounts with full documentation and transparency. The GFA does not handle or intermediate these payments.
3. The GFA and FIFA have very clear and strict rules against extortion, bribery, and any form of financial impropriety. Both the FIFA Code of Ethics and the GFA Code of Ethics as well other GFA...
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