World Cup: Asiedu Nketiah Joins “Rep Ghana” Campaign Ahead of Panama Clash

World Cup: Asiedu Nketiah Joins “Rep Ghana” Campaign Ahead of Panama Clash

  • NDC National Chairman Asiedu Nketia has proudly donned a Black Stars jersey, publicly showing his support for Ghana’s national team ahead of the much-anticipated encounter
  • The veteran politician shared a rallying message on Instagram on June 16, 2026, encouraging football fans across the country to unite behind the Black Stars
  • The national team is prepared to face Panama in an international friendly in Toronto, as anticipation builds among Ghanaian supporters

The Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Asiedu Nketiah, has jumped into the trending football conversation online.

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The NDC Chairman, Asiedu Nketiah, shows support for the Black Stars, calling fans to unite ahead of their friendly match against Panama in Toronto. Image credit: janketiah/Instagram, Black Stars/X
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The politician showed his public support for the Ghana Black Stars as they prepare for their upcoming match.

The game is scheduled to take place at 7:00 pm ET at the BMO Field in Toronto on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Netizens quickly reacted to the politician's interest in the sporting event.

Asiedu Nketiah promises reward for right predictions

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In the Instagram post shared on June 16, 2026, the politician posted a picture of himself wearing a Black Stars jersey to motivate his followers.

He expressed that political differences do not matter when the national team plays.

"When it comes to the Ghana Black Stars, we all wear the same colours. Whenever our boys play, I support them 100%! I hope you will all join me with the same energy! I also have a special gift for a few lucky football fans! Predict tomorrow’s final score against Panama in the comments for a chance to win a replica Black Stars jersey. Go Ghana! #BlackStars #WC2026," Asiedu Nketiah wrote on the platform.

Read Asiedu Nketiah’s full message in the Instagram post below.

Football fans predict Ghana-Panama scores

Many social media users flooded the comment section to drop their match predictions. While some focused on the giveaway, others laughed at the politician's sports outfit.

YEN.com.gh has compiled some reactions to the politician's post below:

khodedmedia said:

"Ghana 🇬🇭 3:1 Panama."

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empire_multimedia_ said:

"Ghana 2 - 1 Panama."

cecilseb1 said:

"😂😂😂😂😂."

koomson9300 said:

"Ghana to win in the first half with 1or 2 goals."

amankwah_rich said:

"On God."

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YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Lamine Yamal’s boots once again drew attention, this time at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, not just for his football but also for what they represent off the pitch.

The 18-year-old was introduced in the second half during the 0-0 draw against Cape Verde in their opening Group H match, which marked his debut at the global showpiece.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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