The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set to organise a testimonial match in honour of legendary Ghanaian striker and former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan, in recognition of his illustrious career and immense contribution to Ghanaian football.
The GFA, in collaboration with Gyan, will announce further details of the event in due course.
The testimonial is expected to serve as a fitting tribute to a player whose name has become synonymous with Ghana’s football history.
Affectionately known as “Baby Jet,” Asamoah Gyan holds the enviable record as Ghana’s all-time top scorer with 51 goals in 109 appearances for the Black Stars.
🚨GFA has announced plans to organize a testimonial match in honour of legendary Ghanaian striker and former @GhanaBlackstars captain, @ASAMOAH_GYAN3, to celebrate his illustrious career and immense contribution to Ghanaian football.https://t.co/11r4bNa8AI
— 🇬🇭 Ghana Football Association (@ghanafaofficial) November 4, 2025
He also stands as Africa’s highest goal scorer in FIFA World Cup history, having netted six goals across three tournaments — Germany 2006, South Africa 2010, and Brazil 2014.
Beyond his international exploits, Gyan enjoyed a remarkable club career spanning several continents. He began with Liberty Professionals in Ghana before moving to Udinese in Italy, later enjoying loan spells at Modena, and successful stints with Rennes in France and Sunderland in the English Premier League.
His career further flourished in Asia and the Middle East, where he became a household name with Al Ain and Al Ahli in the United Arab Emirates, later featuring for Shanghai SIPG in China and Kayserispor in Turkey, before concluding his professional journey with Legon Cities FC in Ghana.
Through his exceptional performances, leadership, and charisma, Asamoah Gyan has left an indelible mark on Ghanaian and African football.
The upcoming testimonial promises to be a memorable celebration of a true icon whose career has inspired millions across the continent.
