Connect with us

Ghana Sports

GFA appoint Otto Addo as Black Stars coach, Chris Hughton as Technical Advisor

Published

on

The Ghana Football Association has appointed Otto Addo as the new Black Stars coach while former Brighton and Hove Albion coach, Chris Hughton will act as the Technical Advisor to the team.

Other members of the new technical team include George Boateng and Mas-Ud Didi Dramani.

Advertisement

Chris Hughton will provide technical advice to the three-man team for next month’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 play-off match against Nigeria.

The new appointment to the Black Starstechnical team became necessary after the GFA sacked Milovan Rajevac for supervising Ghana’s worst ever campaign in the Africa Cup of Nations.

OFFICIAL: The Ghana Football Association has unveiled a four-man task force for the upcoming Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Chris Hughton – Technical Advisor
Otto Addo – Head Coach
Did Dramani – Asst Coach
George Boateng – Asst Coach pic.twitter.com/zrlHQcaGM9

Advertisement

— *#2021AFCON????* (@JOELESHUN4) February 9, 2022

Read the full statement of the GFA below:

Former Newcastle United and Brighton and Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton has been appointed as Technical Advisor to the newly constituted Black StarsTechnical team led by Otto Addo.

Advertisement

Other members of the new Technical team include George Boateng and Mas-Ud Didi Dramani. The 63- year old will provide Technical advice to the three-man team for next month’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 play-off match against Nigeria.

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association took the decision at a meeting held in Accra on Wednesday, February 9, 2022. Otto Addo, a former Ghana player is currently the Assistant Coach of German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund – he boasts of about 13 years of Coaching experience that dates back to 2009 when he first took up the job of an Assistant Coach at Hamburger SV.

The 46-year old previously worked as a scout for the Black Stars in 2013 prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil and the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea.

Advertisement

The four-man team has been put together to take charge of the two matches against rivals Nigeria. The Black Stars will take on the Super Eagles at the Cape Coast stadium on March 24 before travelling to Nigeria for the 2nd leg at the Abuja Sports stadium on Sunday, March 27, 2022.

source: ghanaweb.com

Advertisement

Multiple Award Winning Travel & Celebrity Blogger | Teacher | Geographer | Writer| Publicist | PR Expert| Editor | Artistes Promoter| Talent Manager | Digital Marketer | Social Media Consultant | Web Entrepreneur | CEO of Sintim Media |

Continue Reading
Advertisement
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Africa Sports

Coach Michael Mireku: The Visionary Behind Central Region’s U-17 Breakthrough

Published

on

In the world of football, greatness is often measured by vision, resilience, and the ability to transform potential into achievement.

Coach Michael Mireku, the mastermind behind Aims Soccer Academy and newly appointed Head Coach of the Central Regional U-17 Team, has once again etched his name in the annals of Ghanaian football history.

Under his expert guidance, Team Central has defied expectations, storming into the semi-finals of the GFA KGL U-17 National Championship – a feat never before achieved in the competition’s history. This remarkable milestone is a testament to Coach Mireku’s unwavering dedication, tactical brilliance, and unrelenting passion for the beautiful game.

Advertisement

The Central Region’s maiden semi-final appearance is more than just a personal triumph for Coach Mireku; it’s a badge of honor for the entire region. His leadership has not only nurtured young talent but also instilled discipline and fostered a sense of teamwork, propelling the region’s football resurgence to new heights.

As Coach Mireku leads Team Central into the semi-finals, he embodies the hopes and dreams of an entire region yearning for football glory. His influence extends beyond the pitch, inspiring a new generation of footballers with his mentorship and role-modeling.


The future of Central Region football indeed looks brighter with trailblazers like Coach Michael Mireku at the helm.

Source: Ekow Austin

Advertisement
Continue Reading
Advertisement

Facebook

Featured

Local News2 days ago

“SIM Registration Must Stop Being a Burden on Ghanaians” — Portia Nana Akua Pinamang Urges Government

Portia Nana Akua Pinamang has called on the government to urgently reform Ghana’s SIM registration process, describing the exercise as...

Local News5 days ago

Elkanah Frederick Ayittey Performs Sod-Cutting for Well Project at Assin Agave to Address Water Crisis

Independent Candidate Hopeful for the Assin North Constituency, Elkanah Frederick Ayittey, has initiated a community water project at Assin Agave...

Local News1 week ago

Elkanah Frederick Ayittey Calls for Immigration Compliance Task Force to Protect Ghana’s Interests

Elkanah Frederick Ayittey, independent candidate hopeful for the Assin North Constituency, has stated that while Ghana continues to enjoy a...

Politics1 week ago

Elkanah Frederick Ayittey Commends Speaker Alban Bagbin for Upholding Constitutional Integrity

Elkanah Frederick Ayittey, Independent Hopeful for Assin North Constituency, has commended Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of Parliament, for his...

News2 weeks ago

Accra Met Coordinator of social science programmes Dr. Alemzero’s comment on the SONA

John Dramani Mahama’s first-year address to the nation, themed “From Crisis Declaration to Recovery Narrative – Assessing the Mahama Administration...

Agriculture2 weeks ago

Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness engages cocoa farmers in the Asikuma-Odoben-Brakwa District

Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture and Agribusiness engages cocoa farmers in the Asikuma-Odoben-Brakwa District The Director of Presidential Initiatives in Agriculture...

Politics3 weeks ago

Bright Mumuni Commends President John Dramani Mahama for Assenting to the 24-Hour Authority Bill

President John Dramani Mahama has officially appended his signature to the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, marking a significant milestone in...

World Entertainment3 weeks ago

AfriMass Network Leads Radio Sustainability at UNESCO World Radio Day Celebration

AfriMass Network has successfully hosted the Afrika Radio Business Mixer 2026 in commemoration of World Radio Day, bringing together leading...

Education3 weeks ago

ACCRA MET LAUNCHES LEGAL ADVISORY BOARD FOR ITS LLB PROGRAMME

Accra Metropolitan University (Accra Met) is proud to announce the official launch of the Legal Advisory Board of its School...

Showbiz4 weeks ago

African Dance Rhythms Steal the Show at 2026 Sunon Asogli Chinese New Year Celebration

African Dance Rhythms turned the 2026 Sunon Asogli Chinese New Year Celebration in Kpone into an unforgettable cultural spectacle, delivering...

Advertisement

Trending