Six years down the line, Ghana international Jerry Akaminko has jumped to the defence of team-mate John Boye who was the subject of controversy during the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
Following a turbulent camp agitation over unpaid appearance fees ahead of a must-win last group match against Portugal - an episode that hogged media headlines around the world - Boye was captured on camera kissing a bundle of cash after the Black Stars finally received payment for the arrears.
The photo went viral on social media, becoming the subject of many discussions.