Former Ghana international Prince Tagoe has opened up on the Black Stars’ highly debated “one-goal project” under coach Milovan Rajevac during the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Despite criticism of the team’s conservative style, Tagoe maintains that the approach delivered results when it mattered most.
Speaking on Sporty FM, the ex-forward revealed that the squad prioritized winning over public opinion. “We didn’t really care about the criticisms of the one-goal project under Milovan Rajevac. At the end of the day, we were winning and taking our bonuses,” he said.
Tagoe also confirmed that each player received a $10,000 winning bonus, a tangible reward for their disciplined performances on football’s biggest stage. His remarks underscore the delicate balance between tactical pragmatism and public expectation, highlighting that on-field success often outweighs off-field criticism.
The 2010 Black Stars went on to make history, reaching the quarter-finals and narrowly missing out on a semi-final spot against Uruguay in a dramatic penalty shootout.
