“We’ll Return Stronger After AFCON Disappointment”- Razak Simpson

Black Stars defender Razak Simpson has expressed his disappointment over Ghana’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) but has vowed the team will come back stronger in future competitions.

The Nations FC captain featured in Ghana’s AFCON qualifying games against Angola and Niger; exhibiting his defensive prowess.

Speaking on Ghana’s elimination from the qualifiers, Simpson admitted the difficulty of the situation but emphasized the team’s resilience.

“This is a tough time for all of us players. We were eager to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, but unfortunately, it wasn’t meant to be. Considering our previous matches, it was a challenging task, and things didn’t go as planned on the pitch. However, that’s all part of the game, and we must accept it,” he told Sports Boom.

Despite the setback, Simpson remains optimistic about the future, turning his attention to the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

“I understand the pain and emotions, but we’re shifting our focus to the World Cup Qualifiers. We’ve learned valuable lessons from our mistakes and remain committed to our goal. As the Black Stars, we will return stronger,” he asserted confidently.

Ghana’s absence from the 2025 AFCON marks a significant disappointment for the football-loving nation