Former Ghana international Prince Tagoe has expressed his disappointment over the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
For the first time in two decades, Ghana, a four-time AFCON champion, will not feature in the prestigious continental tournament after finishing last in Group F.
Their qualification campaign ended with three draws and three losses in six matches.
Tagoe, a former striker for Hearts of Oak, reflected on the team’s poor performance and acknowledged the disappointment surrounding their failure to qualify.
However, he emphasized the need for the team to regroup and focus on becoming stronger in the future.
“It is very sad because qualifying and playing at the AFCON is what every Ghanaian wants, and to an extent, the entire country. At every tournament, Ghana is always there, so if it happens that Ghana is not there, it is sad, but we have to prepare our minds and return stronger because we can do it,” he said on Sporty FM.
“It is hurting because everyone will be watching their country play, and Ghana is not there, so it is very sad,” he added.
While the Black Stars’ AFCON hopes were dashed, the team is now setting their sights on the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, which will resume in March with upcoming fixtures against Chad and Madagascar on Matchdays 5 and 6.