GFA Insider Criticises Antoine Semenyo, Claims He’s Not Productive When He Plays for Ghana

• AFC Bournemouth striker Antoine Semenyo has been subtly criticised by a member of the Ghana FA
• According to him, Semenyo has failed to replicate his red-hot form at club level for the Black Stars
• Interestingly, the 25-year-old English-born forward has scored just two goals in 21 appearances for Ghana

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Samuel Aboabire has directed subtle criticism at Antoine Semenyo, pointing to the striker’s inability to replicate his club form at the international level.

Aboabire, who also serves as the Greater Accra Regional Football Association chairman, highlighted this concern while assessing the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

GFA ExCo member criticises Semenyo

In an interview on Amansan TV, Aboabire, affectionately called Kattah, emphasised that the players are largely responsible for Ghana’s struggles.

According to him, the players' inability to transition their impressive club performances into national team displays has been a major stumbling block.

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“Our players are unable to show the same passion and consistency for the Black Stars as they do for their clubs,” Aboabire lamented, as quoted by Ghanaweb.

He singled out Semenyo, praising the forward’s impact at Bournemouth but expressing disappointment in his limited contributions to the national side.

“Semenyo is scoring consistently for Bournemouth, yet we don't see the same productivity when he plays for the Black Stars. This lack of conversion has hurt us,” he stated.

Semenyo’s club form

The 25-year-old striker has been a standout performer for Bournemouth this season, delivering match-winning displays in the English Premier League.

On January 14, Semenyo earned the man-of-the-match award against Chelsea, scoring a crucial goal and winning a penalty in a thrilling 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge.

His overall contribution this campaign includes six league goals, elevating his total for Bournemouth in the Premier League to 15. This makes him the club’s sixth-highest scorer in its top-flight history.

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Semenyo's struggles on the international stage

Despite his club-level success, Semenyo’s form for the Black Stars has been underwhelming.

As noted by Transfermarkt, the former Bristol City player has found the back of the net just twice in 21 appearances since making his debut.

His last goal for Ghana came in March 2023 during an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola.

The bigger picture

Aboabire believes that the national team’s fortunes could change if players like Semenyo exhibit the same level of efficiency they show at their clubs.

“If our players can replicate their form at club level when they wear the national jersey, Ghana can definitely qualify for the 2026 World Cup,” he remarked.

While his comments may spark debate, they underscore a broader issue about bridging the gap between club and international performances—a challenge that must be addressed if the Black Stars are to reclaim their status as a dominant force in African football.

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Liverpool interested in Semenyo

YEN.com.gh also highlighted that Antoine Semenyo has caught the attention of Premier League leaders Liverpool.

The forward has been in stellar form this season, netting seven goals and contributing three assists in all competitions.

Source: YEN.com.gh