From Divicage Productions, in association with GOAL, comes the first episode of The Black Stars Podcast which contrasts the careers of two Ghanaian football legends, Nii Odartey Lamptey and Sammy Kuffour, to explore the broader issues facing Ghanaian football. Nii Lamptey, hailed as the "next Pele," faced a tumultuous career marked by exploitation, unrealistic expectations, and personal struggles that derailed his potential. In contrast, Sammy Kuffour's resilience and stability led to a decorated career at Bayern Munich.

Through their stories, the episode examines themes of player exploitation, lack of support systems, and the cultural and systemic barriers that hinder the development of Ghanaian footballers. It also highlights the sacrifices and challenges faced by young players seeking to make it in global football.

Sammy Kuffour - Former Bayern Munich defender and one of Ghana’s most successful footballers.

Stephen Appiah - Former Black Stars captain.

Fiifi Anaman - Football journalist and historian.

Gary Al-Smith - Leading Ghanaian sports broadcaster

Paul Darby - Academic expert on African football migration.

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