Joseph Paintsil, Black Stars winger
Black Stars winger Joseph Paintsil has opened up about his closest relationships within the national team, surprisingly excluding some of its biggest names.
Since making his international debut in 2017, Paintsil has become an integral part of the squad, sharing the dressing room with numerous international teammates.
In an interview with GHOne TV, the versatile winger acknowledged the camaraderie within the Black Stars camp but surprised many by omitting Mohammed Kudus and Jordan Ayew from the list of his closest friends.
“I have a few of them. Gideon Mensah is funny and always teasing me, Majeed Ashimeru, Ati Zigi, Daniel Amartey, Manaf, Alidu Seidu, and Thomas Partey. I have a good relationship with all the players and a nice rapport with my other colleagues,” he said.
Paintsil has been part of the Black Stars squad during challenging times, including consecutive group-stage exits at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021 and 2023.
Since breaking into the first team, he has earned 15 caps for the national side and provided two assists.
In December 2024, Paintsil played a pivotal role in LA Galaxy’s historic victory in the MLS Playoffs final. His first-half goal helped secure the club’s first MLS trophy in ten years.
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