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Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n

Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif, has called on national team players to prioritise patriotism and nationalism when representing the country over money.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the\u00a029th Ordinary Session of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Congress, held at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi on Monday, July\u00a010, the sector minister highlighted\u00a0the significant support provided by the state to the national teams, including the purchase of tickets, extended training camps, per diems, and meals.<\/p>\n

He also\u00a0expressed his disappointment that some players seemed to prioritise monetary bonuses above national pride.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe National Teams will continue to receive support from the state, and it is our duty to ensure that all resources are fully accounted for, satisfying the expectations of the Ghanaian people,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is also the responsibility of the players and technical team to exhibit the spirit of nationalism and patriotism whenever they get the chance to represent the country,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

While acknowledging the importance of financial incentives, the Minister emphasised that players should not lose sight of the greater purpose of representing Ghana on the international stage.\u00a0<\/p>\n

He called on them to recognise the sacrifices made by the government and the immense support provided, urging them to demonstrate genuine love for their country and a commitment to its success in football.<\/p>\n

Following Black Meteors\u2019 early exit at the just-ended 2023 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, multiple reports have emerged that the players demanded for their monies following their opener against Congo.<\/p>\n

The team\u2019s poor performance has been attributed to the constant demand for their monies and per diems.<\/p>\n

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