Ghana international and Black Stars forward Felix Afena-Gyan has reportedly fallen victim to a robbery incident at his residence in Italy while away on national team duty with Ghana’s senior national team.
According to reports, the robbery occurred while the striker was with the Black Stars for their international friendly against Mexico. The forward featured for Ghana during the encounter, playing a significant role despite the team’s 2-0 defeat to the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosts.
Sources indicate that upon returning to Italy after national team assignments, Afena-Gyan discovered that personal belongings had been stolen from his residence. Details regarding the exact items taken and the extent of the damage have not yet been officially disclosed.
The unfortunate incident has generated concern among football supporters and the Ghanaian sporting community, with many expressing sympathy for the young striker. The robbery also adds to a growing number of security concerns involving footballers and sports personalities abroad.
Afena-Gyan, who rose to prominence during his time with Italian club AS Roma, remains one of Ghana’s promising attacking talents. The forward has continued to attract attention for his pace, strength and attacking versatility since breaking into professional football in Europe.
The Black Stars are currently preparing for upcoming international assignments as part of Ghana’s build-up toward major global competitions, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Several players have already reported to camp ahead of scheduled friendly matches and training sessions.
Authorities in Italy are expected to investigate the burglary incident as efforts continue to determine those behind the robbery. Fans and football stakeholders have since wished the Ghanaian forward strength and safety following the incident.
