GFA to Honour Asamoah Gyan with Testimonial Match Celebrating His Legendary Career
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially announced plans to organize a testimonial match in honour of legendary striker and former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Ghanaian and African football.
The event, which will be staged in collaboration with Gyan himself, is expected to bring together former teammates, international stars, and football enthusiasts to celebrate the remarkable career of Ghana’s most iconic footballer.
According to the GFA, full details of the testimonial—including the date, venue, and participating players—will be communicated in the coming weeks.
The tribute match is designed to serve as a fitting farewell for a player whose name is deeply etched in the annals of Ghanaian football.
Asamoah Gyan, affectionately known as “Baby Jet,” remains Ghana’s all-time leading goal scorer, with 51 goals in 109 appearances for the Black Stars. He also holds the record as Africa’s top scorer in FIFA World Cup history, having netted six goals across three tournaments — Germany 2006, South Africa 2010, and Brazil 2014.
Beyond his exploits for the national team, Gyan’s illustrious club career took him across several continents. After beginning his journey with Liberty Professionals in Ghana, he moved to Udinese in Italy before loan spells at Modena. He later played for Rennes in France and made his mark in the English Premier League with Sunderland.
Gyan became a household name in Asia and the Middle East during his time with Al Ain and Al Ahli in the United Arab Emirates, where he won multiple league titles and golden boots. His career later saw stints with Shanghai SIPG in China, Kayserispor in Turkey, and finally Legon Cities FC in Ghana before officially hanging up his boots.
Known for his electric pace, powerful finishing, and iconic goal celebrations, Gyan’s impact on African football transcends statistics. His leadership, charisma, and consistency made him a symbol of excellence for over two decades.
The upcoming testimonial match promises to be a historic event — not just to honour Gyan’s achievements on the pitch, but also to celebrate his lasting influence on Ghanaian football culture and his role in inspiring generations of young players across the continent.