10 Greatest Ghana Players in Football History [Ranked]
Ghana’s run to the Quarter-Final of the 2010 World Cup, and ultimate penalty heartbreak, captured the imagination of the African continent and elevated them to a position of substantial prominence within the footballing landscape.
However, ‘the Black Stars’ have a rich history of producing some outstanding talent over the years, that extends far beyond the famous 2010 team.
Four African Cup of Nations triumphs and several runs to the latter stages of this competition contribute to what is one of the continent’s most successful footballing nations. From Michael Essien to the Ayew brothers, there is a long list of players who have forged impressive careers in Europe that have emanated from the West African nation.
GIVEMESPORT have identified the 10 greatest Ghanaian players in history, ranking them based on a number of factors.
Ranking Factors
- International achievements (honours, appearances, goals, assists, etc)
- Club achievements (honours, appearances, goals, assists, etc)
- Individual awards
- Legacy within football
| 10 Greatest Ghana Players Ever | |
|---|---|
| Player | International Caps |
| 1. Michael Essien | 59 |
| 2. Abedi Pele | 73 |
| 3. Tony Yeboah | 59 |
| 4. Asamoah Gyan | 107 |
| 5. Andre Ayew | 114 |
| 6. Samuel Kuffour | 59 |
| 7. Sulley Muntari | 84 |
| 8. Kwadwo Asamoah | 71 |
| 9. Jordan Ayew | 90 |
| 10. Thomas Partey | 45 |
10 Thomas Partey
Career Span: 2013 – Present