The visit by the President to the Black Stars in Qatar, according to Minority Leader in Parliament Haruna Iddrisu, was the best kind of encouragement for the athletes.
Prior to their match against Portugal, President Akufo Addo visited the Ghanaian national football team in Qatar. This visit has drawn criticism from certain Ghanaians.
A day after the team’s 3-2 loss to Portugal, the Minority Leader said in a statement on the floor of Parliament that President Akufo-gesture Addo’s was heartening and demonstrated the nation’s support for the athletes.
The strongest incentive our players could receive came from the president’s positive attitude in camp, according to Mr. Haruna Iddrisu on Friday.
In their World Cup debut, Portugal defeated Ghana 3-2. Cristiano Ronaldo scored from the penalty spot after collapsing under a push from Mohammed Salisu.
Many viewers disapproved of the choice, believing Salisu had possession of the ball and that Ronaldo had a simple fall.
After the game, former Premier League referee Mike Dean stated, “The defender obviously plays the ball,” adding, “Ronaldo then touches the back of the defender, goes down, and initiated contact.”
“It’s not the referee’s responsibility; he made the call on the playing field. In my opinion, the VAR ought to have intervened and asked the referee over to take a look.
It’s frightening, I have to say, he continued. Simply said, I’m in awe. I frequently support referees, but you cannot encourage actions like that. What cannot be defended cannot be defended.
Source: newsthemegh.com