The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that Otto Addo will remain head coach of the Black Stars despite overseeing what is described by many as one of Ghana’s worst qualification campaigns in history.
Otto Addo is expected to present a comprehensive technical report to the GFA Executive Council on November 27, outlining the challenges and future plans for the team. The GFA Executive Council, chaired by President Kurt Okraku, made this decision following a crucial meeting. The meeting was to address Ghana’s fallout from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
The Black Stars finished last in Group F without a single victory in six matches, marking the first time in 20 years the team failed to qualify for the tournament.
Angola and Sudan secured the two qualification spots, with Sudan’s campaign led by former Black Stars coach James Kwasi Appiah.
After this failure, Otto Addo, who previously worked as a scout for Borussia Dortmund, has faced intense criticism from fans and analysts alike. Many have questioned his tactical approach and team selection.
The discontent from many Ghanaians is fueled by the Black Stars’ inability to secure even a single win. Following this, the Black Stars Management Committee has been dissolved. In a press statement issued after the meeting, the GFA Executive Council expressed gratitude to the Black Stars Management Committee and members.
The statement read, “immediate dissolution of the Management Committee of the senior national football team, the Black Stars. In doing so, we sincerely thank the members of the Committee for their service to Ghana Football over the years.”
The committee has faced intense criticism over its perceived inefficiency and high remuneration. Reports revealed that each member received $100,000 following Ghana’s participation in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, further fueling public outrage.
Otto Addo’s Resignation: Background
It can be recalled that Otta Addo firmly stated that he will not step down from his position, despite the team’s challenges which included a 2-1 defeat to Niger in their final Group F match.
Responding to calls for his resignation, Addo emphasized that he has come too far in his coaching journey to let the pressure influence his decision.
He made it clear that the criticism and demands for his departure would not sway him, asserting his commitment to leading the national team forward.
