Ghanaian Legend Abedi Ayew ‘Pele’ Calls for Rebuilding of Football in Ghana
Ghanaian football legend Abedi Ayew ‘Pele’ has expressed deep concern about the current state of football in the country. His remarks follow the Black Stars’ disappointing failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where they finished last in Group F with only three points.
As local football struggles to regain its former glory, Pele, a three-time African Footballer of the Year and member of the 1982 AFCON-winning Black Stars, highlighted the stark contrast between past successes and the present challenges facing the game.
Speaking to Panafricafootball, he urged stakeholders to focus on rebuilding and improving the sport in Ghana.
“I think time changes in all and this, we are talking about three decades. So whatever it is, we shouldn’t look back; we should just look forward and work hard to achieve whatever we want to achieve,” he stated.
Pele emphasized that hard work and proper organization are essential for restoring Ghana’s football legacy. “What it takes to be a great football team or a great football nation is to work hard and put your house into order to ensure that you get results. That is all it takes to be a good team all over the world.”
He also underscored the role of football in fostering unity within the country. “Football is one of the keys to ensure that the teams and the country are united,” he added.
