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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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Saeed Kovacic Set to Launch “Saeed Kovacic Talent Watch” to Discover Ghana’s Next Football Stars

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Saeed Kovacic,the youngest CAF accredited journalist, is set to officially launch the Saeed Kovacic Talent Watch, a grassroots U-16 football tournament with a bold and inspiring mission to identify, nurture, and elevate young football talent from local communities across the nation.

Founded in 2022, the Kovacic Talent Watch Tournament aims to create a structured and competitive platform where boys under the age of 16 can showcase their skills, gain exposure, and take decisive steps toward building professional careers in football. The tournament stands as a beacon of hope for aspiring players who dream of playing at the highest levels, both nationally and internationally.
The vision behind the initiative is clear and powerful to become the leading grassroots football platform in Ghana. By focusing on the grassroots level, the tournament seeks to empower young boys with the opportunity to unlock their full potential and shape long-lasting careers in football.

The Saeed Kovacic Talent Watch is committed to more than just competition. Its mission is to provide structured opportunities, quality mentorship, and valuable exposure to the young players who participate. Through this, the tournament hopes to guide them toward success in the sport, ensuring they have the foundation and support needed to rise through the ranks of football.
This is more than just a youth tournament; it is a movement aimed at transforming lives and communities through football. By bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, Saeed Kovacic Talent Watch is set to play a vital role in the future of Ghana’s football ecosystem.

The official dates of the tournament will be announced soon, with preparations already underway to ensure a successful and impactful edition.

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Stay tuned for updates and further announcements on this exciting journey toward developing the next generation of football stars in Ghana.

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