Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan has stressed that goal scoring is a skill that must be taught and perfected, insisting that superstition and spiritual interventions have little to do with becoming a prolific striker.
Speaking on the need to properly groom young forwards, the former Black Stars captain described goal scoring as an “art” that requires training, intelligence, and continuous development.
“Because goal scoring is an art. It’s not about any pastor praying for you or going to anywhere to do. No, no, no, no. It’s an art,” Gyan said.
The all-time leading scorer for the Ghana national football team explained that upcoming attackers must be guided and coached on the fundamentals of finishing rather than relying on luck or spiritual beliefs.
“So we have to just groom the young ones, teach them how to score goals. That is how we came out with the art of goal scoring. You know, this is an art,” he added.
Gyan, who remains one of Africa’s most celebrated strikers, built a reputation throughout his career for his composure in front of goal, sharp movement, and instinctive finishing. His comments come amid ongoing discussions about the shortage of clinical strikers in Ghanaian football and the need to develop a new generation of dependable goal scorers for the Black Stars.
The former Sunderland and Al Ain forward has consistently advocated for improved player development structures and mentorship for young Ghanaian talents, particularly in attacking roles.
