Benjamin Asare is the Black Stars’ number one
Former Hearts of Oak Head Coach Aboubakar Ouattara has backed goalkeeper Benjamin Asare to reclaim his place in the club’s starting eleven once he returns to full fitness, even as growing pressure builds over his Black Stars future.
The Black Stars’ number one goalkeeper has been sidelined for several weeks after picking up an injury, a situation that has allowed Solomon Agbasi to step in and establish himself in the Hearts of Oak goal.
Agbasi has been one of the club’s standout performers during this period, delivering consistent and commanding displays between the posts. His form has sparked debate among fans and analysts, many of whom believe Asare could struggle to walk straight back into the starting lineup.
However, speaking to Top Sports, Ouattara insisted that the hierarchy at Hearts remains unchanged despite Agbasi’s impressive run.
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“Solomon Agbasi is doing extremely well, but the fact is Benjamin Asare still remains the number one for Hearts of Oak, and he needs to take over when he is fully fit,” Ouattara said.
Beyond the domestic battle, Asare is also facing mounting pressure on the international front.
As Ghana’s undisputed first-choice goalkeeper, his prolonged absence from competitive football is raising concerns about his readiness to lead the Black Stars heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With Agbasi now playing regularly at club level while Asare watches from the sidelines, sections of the football public believe the Hearts captain may need to consider a move elsewhere if he cannot quickly regain his place, in order to preserve his Black Stars number-one status before the World Cup.
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