Ghana players motivated by special bonus ahead of Croatia clash

Ghana's national football team has received a substantial motivational boost ahead of their pivotal World Cup match against Croatia. Ibrahim Mahama, a prominent businessman and brother of Ghana's President John Mahama, visited the team to offer a special financial reward, adding to the already promised government bonus.

Mahama praised the team's coach, Carlos Quieroz, for his work in a short period and then addressed the players directly. "Besides the government bonus, I have a special bonus. In addition, I have a much better and richer bonus for you than the taxpayers," Mahama told the squad. "So please, make us proud, and you will be rewarded."

The team is currently in second place in their group with four points, one point ahead of Croatia. A victory against Croatia would secure their passage to the knockout stage. Even a draw could give them a strong chance of advancing as one of the best third-placed teams.

This financial incentive is in addition to the national pride and the potential for Ghana's first knockout stage appearance since the 2010 World Cup. The players now have an extra layer of motivation as they prepare for a match that could define their tournament campaign.

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Besides the government bonus, I have a special bonus. In addition, I have a much better and richer bonus for you than the taxpayers. So please, make us proud, and you will be rewarded.