Accra:Anthony Baffoe has expressed his pride in opting to represent Ghana instead of Germany during his football career. Despite being born and raised in Germany, where he began his career and played for several clubs, Baffoe chose to honor his Ghanaian heritage.
According to Ghana Web, Baffoe discussed in an interview with sports broadcaster Michael Oti Adjei how his father, a diplomat and football enthusiast, influenced his decision. His father, a fan of teams like Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid, encouraged him to play for Ghana. Baffoe promised his father, who passed away when he was 15, that he would fulfill this wish.
Baffoe explained that his identity was always Ghanaian, and playing for the national team was a natural choice for him. He noted that at the time, there were not many Ghanaians in Germany, which made his decision even more significant. He recalled that it was not a difficult choice and emphasized that he has never regretted it, cherishing the experiences and memories from playing for Ghana.