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2026 World Cup Is Next Target After Qualifying Sudan For AFCON – Kwesi Appiah
12 Dec

2026 World Cup Is Next Target After Qualifying Sudan For AFCON – Kwesi Appiah

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Sudan head coach, Kwesi Appiah, has revealed his commitment to qualifying the Falcons of Jediane for the 2026 World Cup after leading the side to book a spot in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. The 63-year-old coach, who signed a three-year contract with the Sudanese Football Association earlier this year, has successfully led the team to secure a spot in next year’s AFCON tournament, set to be held in Morocco, despite the ongoing civil unrest in Sudan. In the current World Cup qualifying campaign, Sudan leads Group B with 10 points from four matches played. After guiding…
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Kwesi Appiah Confirms Return To GFA Executive Council
11 Dec

Kwesi Appiah Confirms Return To GFA Executive Council

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Kwesi Appiah has officially confirmed his return to the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) after the completion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Appiah, who serves as the Head of Sporting Affairs at Asante Kotoko, stepped down temporarily from the position ahead of the qualifiers against Sudan and Ghana. This move was in compliance with a directive from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to avoid any potential conflict of interest. In an interview with Asempa FM, Appiah explained that, “I temporarily left my role due to the games until November. “I have been restored…
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Sudan’s Transformation Is The Handiwork Of Kwesi Appiah – CK Akonnor
14 Oct

Sudan’s Transformation Is The Handiwork Of Kwesi Appiah – CK Akonnor

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Former Ghana coach Charles Kwabla (CK) Akonnor believes the transformation of Sudan’s national team is the result of the impressive work by his compatriot Kwesi Appiah. Appiah, who had Akonnor as his assistant during the latter part of his tenure with the Black Stars, has revitalized the fortunes of the North African side. Under Appiah’s leadership, the Falcons of Jediane have secured four victories in seven matches, placing them two points clear of Senegal in Group B of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and currently second in Group F of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Appiah was at…
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Video Of Jordan Ayew In ‘Serious’ Conversation With Kwasi Appiah Goes Viral After Sudan Game
11 Oct

Video Of Jordan Ayew In ‘Serious’ Conversation With Kwasi Appiah Goes Viral After Sudan Game

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Black Stars striker Jordan Ayew was captured on video having a conversation with the head coach of the Sudanese national team, James Kwasi Appiah, in the aftermath of Ghana’s goalless draw against Sudan. The short video, which is widely circulating on social media, captures Jordan Ayew with an unhappy facial expression, gesturing seriously during the conversation with Kwasi Appiah. Reports indicate that the conversation ensued after Ghana labored to pick up a point against Sudan at the Accra Sports Stadium on October 10, 2024. Antoine Semenyo had a couple of chances but failed to utilize them despite the creativity the…
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2025 AFCONQ: It Is Unfortunate We Are Playing Ghana – Sudan Deputy Coach
10 Oct

2025 AFCONQ: It Is Unfortunate We Are Playing Ghana – Sudan Deputy Coach

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Assistant coach of Sudan, Ignatius Osei-Fosu, has expressed the team’s determination to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), though he admits it’s unfortunate playing against Ghana. The Sudanese national team, known as the Falcons, is currently being led by Ghanaian coaches, with Kwesi Appiah serving as the head coach. Having secured both a win and a loss in their first two qualifying matches, Sudan will now face Ghana in a crucial doubleheader. Speaking ahead of the matches, Osei-Fosu, who has previously coached Medeama SC and Techiman Eleven Wonders, highlighted Kwesi Appiah’s experience. He emphasized that the former…
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I Hope Both Ghana And Sudan Qualify For 2025 AFCON – Kwesi Appiah
08 Oct

I Hope Both Ghana And Sudan Qualify For 2025 AFCON – Kwesi Appiah

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Kwesi Appiah hopes both Sudan and Ghana will qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. The former Ghanaian international, now coaching Sudan’s national team, the Falcons, has led them to a mixed start in the AFCON qualifiers. After two games, Sudan has a win and a loss against Niger and Angola, respectively, placing them 2nd in Group F with three points. Meanwhile, Ghana’s Black Stars, coached by Otto Addo, sit in 3rd place with just one point after a 1-0 loss to Angola and a 1-1 draw against Niger. In the upcoming third and fourth matchdays of…
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Kwesi Appiah’s Dual Role ‘Untidy’ – GFA
04 Oct

Kwesi Appiah’s Dual Role ‘Untidy’ – GFA

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Executive Council Member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Dr. Randy Abbey has voiced concerns regarding Kwesi Appiah’s dual positions as the head coach of Sudan and as a member of the GFA’s Executive Council. Appiah, elected to the Executive Council on behalf of Asante Kotoko, recently took on the role of head coach for the Sudanese national team. This dual responsibility has ignited a discussion within the football community, with many questioning his ability to manage both roles effectively. The Black Stars are set to compete against Sudan later this month in a doubleheader for the 2025 Africa Cup…
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I Took Over Black Stars At The Right Time – Kwesi Appiah
27 Aug

I Took Over Black Stars At The Right Time – Kwesi Appiah

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Former Ghana coach, Kwasi Appiah, says the opportunity to coach the senior national came at the right time. Appiah, who understudied veteran coach Claude Le Roy and Milovan Rajevac, as well as Goran Stavanovic as an assistant coach was named as the head coach of the team after the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The former Al Khartoum manager guided Ghana to the semi-finals of the 2013 AFCON in South Africa before qualifying the West African country for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. "This profession requires patience and careful attention to even the smallest details," Appiah stated in an…
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He Is A Professional Coach – Karim Zito Backs Kwesi Appiah Amid Conflict Of Interest Saga
10 Jul

He Is A Professional Coach – Karim Zito Backs Kwesi Appiah Amid Conflict Of Interest Saga

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Dreams FC coach, Abdul Karim Zito has backed Kwesi Appiah amid criticism regarding Appiah’s dual role as both a coach and a member of the Executive Council (ExCo) of the Ghana Football Association (GFA). Appiah, who formerly coached the Ghana Black Stars, has been under pressure to step down from the ExCo due to potential conflict of interest concerns, following the announcement of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) draw. Ghana and Sudan have been placed in Group F, alongside Angola and Niger. In an interview with Graphic Sports, Zito defended Appiah, emphasizing his professionalism and urging that he…
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Kwesi Appiah Seeks A Spot On GFA Executive Council
14 Aug

Kwesi Appiah Seeks A Spot On GFA Executive Council

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Former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah is in the running for a spot on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council after it was confirmed that he has submitted his nomination forms. His bid is focused on securing one of the five positions designated for Premier League clubs, with his candidacy being supported by Asante Kotoko. The GFA has reported that a total of 11 candidates, including Appiah, submitted their forms after the application deadline The election for the Executive Council seats is scheduled for September 27, during which five individuals will be elected to assume office. All candidates will…
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