Ghanaian U20 World Cup winner Daniel Opare retires from football
27th November 2025
Ghanaian defender Daniel Opare has officially retired from professional football at the age of 35, closing the chapter on a career that spanned continents, top leagues, and international duty with the Black Stars.
Opare announced his decision in a heartfelt Instagram post, expressing gratitude to God, his family, friends, and the clubs he represented:
“OFFICIALLY RETIRED!! A great day to celebrate, I couldn’t be more happier for what the LORD has done for me throughout these years… I wore every jersey with pride, respect and no regrets.”
International Career
- Black Stars: 19 senior caps, including appearances at major tournaments and World Cup qualifiers.
- Youth levels: 2 appearances for Ghana’s U-20s and 7 for the U-17s.
Opare’s professional journey took him across several countries and leagues, including:
- Belgium: Standard Liège, Antwerp, RFC Seraing
- Spain: Real Madrid Castilla
- Germany: Augsburg
- Turkey: Beşiktaş
- France: Lens
His versatility as a right-back and occasional left-back earned him recognition as a committed, hard-working player who overcame injuries to maintain a long career.
Opare leaves behind a legacy of resilience, loyalty, and professionalism. His journey from Ghana’s youth ranks to Europe’s top leagues reflects the determination of a player who consistently gave his all, both for club and country.
This retirement marks the end of an era for a defender who embodied dedication and pride in every jersey he wore.