Black Stars No.1 Asare Reportedly To Be Gifted a Car After “Trotro” Appearance
- A renowned Ghanaian journalist has promised to gift Black Stars and Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare a car
- Asare’s use of public transport, even after making his debut for the Black Stars in World Cup qualifiers sparked admiration
- The media personality's promise is seen as both a gesture of support for Asare’s humility and a recognition of his talent
- YEN.com.gh spoke to a sport journalist to share his opinion on how Benjamin Asare's action reflects positively on the Ghana football scene
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In an unexpected turn of events, Benjamin Asare, the talented goalkeeper for both Hearts of Oak and the Black Stars, is set to receive a significant gift from Mugabe Maase, the General Manager of Power FM and TV XYZ.
Maase, known for his political talk show, made this announcement on Monday, April 7, and this is per fillascorner.blogspot.com, after Asare was seen using public transport despite his rising stature in Ghanaian football.
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The news has generated buzz not only because of the gesture itself but also because it highlights Asare’s humble personality and his grounded nature amidst growing fame, with the Hearts custodian part of the five most amazing players in the World Cup qualifiers agaist Chad and Madagascar.
Benjamin Asare’s Rise in Ghanaian Football
Benjamin Asare’s journey to the top of Ghanaian football has been impressive. Recently, Asare made his senior debut for the Black Stars during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, playing in Ghana’s resounding 5-0 and 3-0 victories against Chad and Madagascar.
The local goalkeeper, played all of these 2026 World Cup qualifiers games ahead of more experienced players such as Lawrence Ati Zigi and Joseph Wollacott.
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Despite his success on the international stage, Asare has managed to remain down-to-earth, a characteristic that has not gone unnoticed by Ghanaians. His humility, combined with his growing profile as a top goalkeeper, is what has made him an even more endearing figure to football fans across the country.
The Social Media Reaction
The story behind Mugabe Maase’s promise to gift Asare a private car began when the goalkeeper was spotted using public transport ''tro-tro'' after his Black Stars debut.
Given his recent rise and status, many were surprised to see the footballer traveling by public means, which sparked a wave of admiration and support on social media. While some users mocked the idea of a high-profile footballer using public transport, others praised Asare for his humility and relatability.
The sight of Asare riding in public transport resonated with many Ghanaians who appreciated his down-to-earth nature. It sent a strong message that no matter the success one achieves, it is important to remain grounded and not let fame change one's character.
The former Great Olympics man's ability to stay humble despite his newfound fame has earned him a great deal of respect, and it is this very humility that prompted Mugabe Maase’s generous gesture.
A Gesture of Support and Admiration
During his political talk show, Mugabe Maase addressed the social media reactions surrounding Asare’s use of public transport. He expressed his admiration for Asare’s humility and decision to remain grounded despite his success.
Maase emphasized that Asare’s humility was a virtue that many Ghanaians could learn from, particularly those in the public eye.
Asare in Trotro highlights problems in GPL
Asare’s reliance on a public means of transportation underscores a major issue within the Ghana Premier League (GPL) - the issue of insufficient salaries afforded to players.
Many athletes in the domestic league earn between GH₵300 and GH₵400 monthly, a wage that imposes significant financial strain and drives a notable exodus of talent to overseas competitions.
Augustine Arhinful, a former Black Stars striker, once spoke about the gravity of this concern.
He said: "It is untenable for a Ghana Premier League player to earn as little as GH₵300 or GH₵400 per month, which inevitably pushes players to seek opportunities beyond Ghana’s borders."
Echoing this perspective, Kofi Kordzi, a former Hearts of Oak striker, emphasized the widespread nature of the problem.
"Players across the Ghana Premier League are enduring significant hardship, primarily due to inadequate wages," he said.
Speaking exclusivly to YEN.com.gh, Stak Sottie, a renowed sport journalist spoke, and shared his opinion on how Benjamin Asare's action can positively affect Ghana Football moving forward and also how he believes young players should handle sudden fame or generosity from the public.
"Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare receiving a car gift after being spotted in a trotro highlights the power of humility and public goodwill. For young players, moments like these should be embraced with gratitude but handled with caution. Sudden fame can be fleeting, so it’s crucial they stay grounded, remain focused on their craft, and surround themselves with mentors who can guide them through public attention and generosity," he said.
"This act also reflects positively on Ghanaian football culture, it shows a growing appreciation for hard work and the human side of athletes. It reinforces the idea that fans are not just observers, but active supporters who celebrate not just performance, but character and humility too," he added.
Asare's bid to protect his No.1 Ghana role
YEN.com.gh earlier reported the matches that Benjamin Asare must excel in order to remain the staeting goalkeeper of the Black Stars ahead of the next World Cup 2026 qualification fixtures in September this year.
Nomso Obiajuru was a contributing writer in this article
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