Apologizing for what? - Kudus slammed on social media after issuing Black Stars apology

Some aggrieved Ghanaians have chided stand-in Black Stars captain Mohammed Kudus for offering an apology to the public following the Black Stars' disappointing results in their 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Sudan in Accra and Libya.

The midfielder, speaking on behalf of the entire squad in a social media post on October 16, 2024, stated, "As someone who captained the team in the two games, it is with great humility and a deep sense of responsibility that I issue this statement.

“On behalf of the entire team, I would like to extend our sincerest apologies to the people of Ghana for our recent performances against Sudan in Accra and Libya."

Kudus, however, assured fans that the team is determined to learn from their mistakes and bounce back stronger.

In reaction to this, some netizens believe that an apology is not enough for Ghanaians to forgive their poor performances in recent times, which has placed the country at a higher risk of not qualifying for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.

They asserted that it would be better for proper measures to be put in place to fix the challenges rather than the captain asking for forgiveness from the public.

Others also called out the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for their silence after the abysmal performance, suggesting that they should also apologize to Ghanaians.

After four matches played, Ghana are third in Group F with two points, Sudan is in second place with seven points, while Angola lead with twelve points.

The Black Stars will travel to face Angola and play the last match against Niger in Ghana in November

Read the comments below:

The FA never go apologize
— CFCEddykwart (@CFCEddyk) October 16, 2024

This is a good step from the captain, we know the major issues is with the GFA and the ministry.
— Overrated Boss 🇺🇸 (@Overrated_Boss) October 16, 2024

Apologising for what? We don't even want them to qualify
— PureMadridismo (@PureMadridismo1) October 16, 2024

They always apologize when they fuck up .. They ain’t ready for the business.. Just look at Salisu 😂😂
— BigStepper🐊👊 (@PoundPablo) October 17, 2024

We are not falling for this there’s complete chaos and confusion in the entire team hierarchy this team must be disbanded immediately the entire Ghanaian football needs cleansing a total overhaul for that matter Kurt must resign immediately
— JoshWall (@LordMostSavageD) October 16, 2024

Immediately I saw him wearing the 10 jersey I said mm this is not good.. With regards to how Dede Ayew was still eager to play for the blackstars then its not going to be good.. If only he voluntarily retired then fine
— Joshua Adem (@JoshuaAdem1) October 16, 2024

They always apologize but nothing changes. Management of football is the problem but they won't apologize & just shift blame
— Jean O'tunde (@NanaaBaah) October 16, 2024