A delegation from the Black Stars, comprising players and members of the technical team, has rallied behind vice-captain Thomas Partey at the burial service of his late father, Jacob Teye Partey, in Accra.
The delegation attended the ceremony at the Transition Funeral Home on Friday, November 13, a day after Ghana’s 2-0 triumph over Somalia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Essipong Sports Stadium.
Partey featured for the entire 90 minutes in the encounter, helping the Black Stars secure their first victory in eight AFCON qualifying matches.
Skipper Jordan Ayew led the playing body, which joined other members of the delegation to show support for their teammate during the difficult period.
Also in attendance were Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams, Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku, former GFA president Kwesi Nyantakyi and former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew.
The funeral activities commenced on Friday, with the burial service held at the Transition Funeral Home.
The final funeral rites will take place on Saturday, November 14, at Matse Israel School Park in Odumasi Krobo in the Eastern Region, followed by a thanksgiving service at the same venue on Sunday.
The late Jacob Teye Partey passed away on September 30, 2026, aged 62.
