President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has expressed strong support for Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo following the racial abuse he suffered during Bournemouth’s Premier League opener against Liverpool at Anfield.
Okraku described the incident as “unacceptable and deeply regrettable,” stressing that racism and bigotry have no place in football or society.
“What inspires me most, however, is not the incident itself but Antoine’s remarkable response,” the GFA President posted on Facebook. “In the face of provocation, he chose grace, dignity, and strength of character. On the pitch, he reminded the world of his brilliance with two goals. Off it, he reminded us of the true essence of football — respect, tolerance, and unity that transcend race, nationality, and background.”
Okraku commended Semenyo for focusing on the solidarity shown by teammates, opponents, officials, and fans rather than the abuse, describing it as the mark “not only of a great footballer but also of a great man.”
He assured the Cherries striker of the full support of the Ghanaian football family, adding: “We are proud of you, we stand with you, and we continue the fight against racism together. Football must always remain the unifying force that brings people from all walks of life together.”
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