The sister of CF Montreal striker Prince Osei Owusu has made explosive allegations against the Ghana Football Association (GFA), claiming the governing body demanded 70% of her brother’s salary and earnings before he could be included in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The yet-to-be-identified woman made the revelations during a TikTok Live session, where she detailed the alleged negotiations between the GFA and her family.
According to her account, Owusu was initially named in the Black Stars provisional squad, but the deal collapsed following a meeting between GFA officials and the player’s father.
The 29-year-old striker, who was born in Germany to a Ghanaian father, had reportedly expressed a strong desire to represent Ghana over the German national team.
Despite his German heritage, Owusu’s commitment to the Black Stars was clear since he wanted to honour his father’s roots and wear the Ghanaian jersey on the world stage.
However, the alleged financial demands from the GFA reportedly complicated the process.
The sister claimed that the association promised the family tickets to Ghana if Owusu was selected—but only on the condition that they agreed to the controversial revenue-sharing arrangement.
The woman recounted her shock upon discovering that her brother’s name was missing from Ghana’s World Cup squad list.
“When I saw the Black Stars World Cup list without Prince Owusu, I was shocked. So I decided to ask my uncle why he refused to play for Ghana,”
“That is when they told me the GFA said they will take 70% of his earnings and he will take 30%.” — she stated.
The allegation has since ignited widespread debate on social media, with many Ghanaians expressing outrage and calling for an investigation into the GFA’s player selection processes.
Prior to the controversy, Prince Owusu had been in exceptional form for CF Montreal in the Major League Soccer (MLS) 2025–2026 campaign, finishing as the club’s top scorer.
His performances made him a strong candidate for national team selection, and he had already earned his senior debut for Ghana in late 2025, featuring in international friendlies against South Korea and Japan.
Despite his proven quality at club level, Owusu’s omission from the World Cup squad raised eyebrows among fans and analysts alike.
The allegations come amid growing public suspicion regarding player selection during the tenure of recently resigned Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz.
Critics have pointed to the sidelining of several talented players during the World Cup tournament, fueling speculation about external influences on team selection.
While the GFA has yet to respond to the latest allegations, the claims have added to mounting calls for transparency and accountability in Ghanaian football administration.
This is not the first time the Ghana Football Association has faced accusations of financial impropriety. Past administrations have been dogged by claims of corruption, mismanagement, and exploitation of players—allegations that have often been met with denials and limited investigations.
The latest development, if proven true, could have serious implications for the GFA’s credibility and the trust of Ghanaian football fans.
GFA Tell Prince Owusu Make Dem Take 70% of His Money Before Ghana World Cup Call-Up – Sister Allege pic.twitter.com/cBUtjMCpAk
— Eben Mugeez (@EbenMugeez) July 6, 2026
