Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, has been targeted in a robbery incident in Vienna ahead of their international friendly against Austria on Friday, March 27, 2026.
A source at the Ghana Football Association confirmed that some members of the team were robbed during their stay.
Gabby Ofei of the Citi Sport Desk, while providing an update on the issue on the Citi Prime News on Friday, March 27, 2026, stated that $2,250 cash and two Rolex watches belonging to the management committee members and the players had been taken from their rooms.
“The report that came in indicates that two valuables have been stolen. A $2,250 cash and two Rolex watches. The report indicated that cash belongs to management committee members, and the watches are for the players,” he said.
He added that the CCTV cameras at the hotel, where the Black Stars are lodging, were not functioning, making it difficult for the Austrian police to quickly identify the alleged robbers.
“Regarding where the police are camping, the hotel indicated that their CCTV cameras are not functioning, which has made it difficult for the FA to furnish the Austrian police with proper evidence.”
Despite the incident, officials say the situation is under control, with players and technical staff remaining calm and focused ahead of the scheduled match.
The GFA said it is working closely with relevant authorities in Austria and will provide further updates as more information becomes available.
Ghana take on Austria in an international friendly match today
