Featured, Ghanaians Abroad April 18, 2019
Footballers of Ghanaian origin are scattered all over the world, a Ghanaian boy called Maro Bonsu-maro is making waves in the South Pacific Ocean Island called Cook. Sports writer Lea Caroline Cudjoe caught up with the budding talent for an exclusive interview for footballmadeinghana.com.
Tell us about your self
My name is Maro Bonsu-Maro, born to Ghanaian Parents in New Zealand on February 26, 1997, I play for Auckland FC in New Zealand.
Have you ever had the chance of visiting Ghana?
No not yet, I’m planning on going over with my dad mid next year.
Speaking of your dad, was he a sportsman?
Yeah he was a very good footballer when he was younger, he played at a good level. He was striker as well. I think that’s where I got my talent from. He is naturally strong. which I have also inherited haha.
Which level have you represented Cook Island?
I’ve played cook Island u17, and trained with the New Zealand u20 squad
Have you been following Ghana football?
No not really, I’ve heard that the quality is good though.
Have you ever dreamt of representing Ghana at the top level?
It’s has always been my dream to represent Ghana at the top level! It would be a big privilege to be able to achieve that.
Looking at the Ghanaian players plying their trade in top teams and leagues around the world, will you be able to rub shoulders with them if called?
Yes, I think I’ve been playing at a decent level in New Zealand and I feel that it’s about time I progress to a higher level and continue to become an even better player
As a striker, how many goals have you scored this season and what do you intend to achieve at the end of the season?
It’s my first season playing with Auckland city first team and I’ve had a lot of competition for the striking position. I do my best anytime I get the chance. So far, I’m at 10 goals. At the end of the season, I’m aiming to be a more clinical striker, I also want to gain exposure and hopefully gain attention internationally as well for the selection of the New Zealand u23 squad for the coming Olympic Game qualifiers.
Where do you want to play in the next few years?
Manchester United even tho I don’t support them hahah I just would be amazing club to play for
Are you combining education with soccer?
Yes my mother made education important in my life! I will graduate from university in July this year. I studied Bachelor of Business degree for 3.5 years. All my siblings have graduated
You’ve got how many siblings?
2 older
Are both of your parents in support of your soccer career?
Yes they are, the have supported be throughout the entire journey
