Black Stars players and members of the technical team joined vice-captain Thomas Partey at the burial service of his late father, Jacob Teye Partey, in Accra on Friday, November 13.
Captain Jordan Ayew, Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salisu were among the delegation that attended the service at the Transition Funeral Home to support their teammate and his family.
The players made the trip a day after Ghana’s 2-0 victory over Somalia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Essipong Sports Stadium, with Partey featuring for the full 90 minutes and delivering an excellent performance.
The midfielder’s father passed away on September 30, 2026, aged 62, with the funeral programme beginning on Friday, November 13.
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams, Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku, former GFA president Kwesi Nyantakyi and former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew were also present to pay their respects.
The final funeral rites will be held on Saturday, November 14, at Matse Israel School Park in Odumasi Krobo, followed by a thanksgiving service on Sunday.
The Black Stars are expected to resume preparations right after for the return encounter against Somalia on Monday, November 16, at the same Essipong Stadium.
