The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set to hold a crucial Executive Council meeting on Friday to appoint a new head coach for the Black Stars, following the departure of Otto Addo.
The high-stakes meeting comes at a critical time for Ghana football, with the country preparing for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to reports, the GFA leadership will deliberate on a shortlist of candidates and take a final decision on who will lead the national team into the global tournament.
Addo’s exit was confirmed last week after a string of disappointing results in international friendlies, including four consecutive defeats. Despite successfully guiding Ghana to World Cup qualification, the recent poor performances forced the football authorities, in consultation with the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, to make a change.
The urgency to appoint a new coach has intensified as the Black Stars face a challenging group at the World Cup, where they are scheduled to play Panama, Croatia, and England. With limited time left before the tournament, the GFA is under pressure to ensure a smooth transition and provide the new coach enough time to prepare the team adequately.
Sources indicate that Friday’s meeting is expected to be decisive, with GFA President Kurt Okraku previously assuring that a new coach would be named within a short timeframe.
The decision is seen as pivotal to Ghana’s World Cup ambitions, as the Black Stars aim to bounce back from recent struggles and make a strong impression on the global stage.
