 Boateng was sent home along with midfielder Sulley Muntari.On 29 June, Boateng had hit back at the Ghana Football Association, describing the "Black Stars"' organisation during the tournament as "amateurish".Boateng is a quick, dynamic, physically strong and well-rounded midfielder, known for his aggression, eye for goal, long-range shooting ability, flair, footspeed, ball-juggling tricks, and dribbling skills.