Ghana observe a minute silence for late Black Stars striker Raphael Dwamena
In a heartfelt tribute, Ghana’s football community united in sorrow and respect as they observed a minute of silence for the late Black Stars striker Raphael Dwamena.
The solemn moment took place during the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup qualifier game against Madagascar, turning the stadium into a sea of reflection and remembrance.
The forward died on Saturday, November 11, when he collapsed during a league match in Albania.
He had started for his club FK Egnatia in an Albanian Superliga match against KF Partizani.
During the first half of the game, Raphael Dwamena collapsed in the 24th minute and prompted the medical team on standby to take emergency action.
After he was rushed to the Kavaja hospital in an ambulance, he died as a result of a heart attack.
The Ghana Football Association secured clearance from FIFA for a minute silence to be observed.
The game 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification match in Group I kicked off at 4 pm at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.