Fire For Fire

If our World Cup participation is not about competing for the trophy but only to make up the numbers, then the funds invested should instead be used to create jobs for the youth. - Countryman Songo

We want real players for the World Cup, not cowboys who only make the quantity but lack quality. - Countryman Songo cautions Black Stars' technical team

Black Stars' fundraising for the World Cup must come with accountability and transparency... This can't be another fund spent lavishly with no account. - Countryman Songo

Sports monologue show

“The Black Stars’ friendlies against Austria and Germany are serious business. We expect them to give their best so we can assess our strength and know our fate for the World Cup." - Countryman Songo

Even our local players are better. The Black Stars squad for the Germany and Austria friendlies raises concerns; some players aren’t exceptional. - Countryman Songo

Is our league truly competitive and attractive enough to match other world leagues and produce players good enough to earn call-ups to the national team? Kobby Stonnes asks.

Sports monologue show

“Black Stars World Cup squad selection must be based on merit, not favoritism, politics, or fame.” - Countryman Songo

"We’re going to the World Cup to give our best. We want to put on a show and hopefully achieve the results we are aiming for. We are not going to the USA just to make up the numbers." - Jordan Ayew, Black Stars Captain

Ghana football keeps retrogressing and lacks direction; it needs a strong national development plan. - Countryman Songo.

Is the Black Stars’ budget to win the trophy or just to cover blame if they fail? Big money doesn’t guarantee results. - Countryman Songo

Is the Black Stars budget smart football planning… or just political insurance? - Countryman Songo

Many journalists have gone silent and refuse to criticize the $13.7M World Cup budget because of personal interests. - Countryman Songo FIRES!!

“Black Stars’ $13.7m budget for the World Cup is too much, given Ghana’s economic hardship." - Countryman Songo complains.

Sports monologue show

“Selection for the Black Stars for the World Cup must be based on fitness, ability, and commitment; not just big names,” - Countryman Songo.

"I still doubt that Otto Addo is the right man for the Black Stars coaching job for the World Cup. Either way, his player selection must be based on merit." - Countryman Songo

"Ghana's money should not be spent recklessly for the World Cup; Black Stars budget must be transparent,” - Countryman Songo

“The Black Stars’ World Cup budget must be fully transparent; nothing hidden and no need left out.” - Countryman Songo