Inaki Williams’ numbers are not great but we would have loved to keep him in Black Stars – GFA
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) says it would have preferred Inaki Williams to remain with the Black Stars, despite acknowledging that the Athletic Club captain’s goalscoring record did not meet expectations. The 31-year-old announced his retirement from international football after four years with Ghana, bringing an end to a spell that began after he switched […]
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) expressed regret over Inaki Williams' decision to retire from international football, despite acknowledging that his goal tally for the national team did not meet expectations. The 31-year-old captain, who joined Ghana in 2022, played 28 times for the Black Stars and participated in two World Cups and one Africa Cup of Nations.
After informing head coach Carlos Queiroz and GFA president Kurt Okraku of his retirement, Williams cited a desire to prioritize his club career. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum confirmed the captain's decision was driven by a focus on club duties, not dissatisfaction with the national team. Despite the GFA admitting Williams' goal record fell short of expectations, they valued his contribution to the squad.
The association accepted the striker's retirement, acknowledging the end of his four-year tenure with the Black Stars. Asante Twum emphasized the GFA's understanding of Okraku's decision to allow Williams to publicly announce his retirement. The Black Stars will soon commence their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, beginning with a match against Ivory Coast on September 24.
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