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2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo To Unveil Black Stars Squad For Sudan Games This Week

2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo To Unveil Black Stars Squad For Sudan Games This Week

Ghana coach, Otto Addo is set to announce his squad this week for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Sudan in a doubleheader later this month. Following a disappointing start to their qualifying campaign, Ghana will be looking to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 loss to Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium and a 1-1 draw against Niger in Berkane. Addo is expected to name a strong squad, including key players like Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, and goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi, as Ghana seeks to boost its qualification hopes. Currently third in their group…
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Consider Ghana Premier League Players – Black Stars coach, Otto Addo Urged

Consider Ghana Premier League Players – Black Stars coach, Otto Addo Urged

Former Asante Kotoko midfielder, Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has called on Black Stars coach, Otto Addo to give more consideration to players from the Ghana Premier League. His plea follows Ghana’s disappointing performance in their initial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, where they failed to secure a win in their first two matches. The Black Stars faced a setback last week Thursday, suffering a 1-0 defeat to Angola at Baba Yara Stadium. Their struggles continued with a late goal conceded against Niger in their second Group F match on Monday at Stade Municipal de Berkane. These results have left Ghana…
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‘Angry’ Kojo Addae-Mensah Slams ‘Poor’ Otto Addo After Black Stars Draw With Niger

‘Angry’ Kojo Addae-Mensah Slams ‘Poor’ Otto Addo After Black Stars Draw With Niger

Chief Executive Officer of Databank Group, Kojo Addae-Mensah has slammed Black Stars coach, Otto Addo for the poor performance of the team against Niger. After losing 1-0 in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier opener against the Palancras Negras of Angola last week Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Baba Yara Stadium, the Black Stars were hoping to record their first win of the qualifiers against the Nigeriens. Ghana took the lead through Alid Seidu's deflected shot in the 44th minute to end the first half 1-0. However, the Super Eagles found the back of the net in…
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2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo Confident Of Win Against Niger

2025 AFCONQ: Otto Addo Confident Of Win Against Niger

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed confidence ahead of their second match in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Niger. Ghana is set to face Niger later today at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, with kick-off at 16:00 GMT. Addo’s squad is aiming to bounce back after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Angola in their opening qualifier at the Baba Yara Stadium last Thursday. Reflecting on the Angola loss, Addo acknowledged that it impacted the team’s morale. “Everyone was down,” he revealed in his pre-match interview. “I felt the same way after the match, but…
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2025 AFCONQ: I Never Thought We Would Lose Against Angola – Otto Addo

2025 AFCONQ: I Never Thought We Would Lose Against Angola – Otto Addo

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has issued a warning to his team as they prepare for their upcoming match against Niger. The four-time African champions kick off their campaign with a disappointing loss to Angola in their opening game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Despite the setback, Ghana is determined to bounce back when they face the Super Eagles in their second Group F fixture today at the Stade Municipal Berkane. While Addo remains confident that his side is the favourite to win, he acknowledged that the outcome against Angola was unexpected, stressing the importance of…
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2025 AFCONQ: We Are Favourite Against Niger But … – Otto Addo

2025 AFCONQ: We Are Favourite Against Niger But … – Otto Addo

Black Stars coach Otto Addo is confident that his team is the favourite to win against Niger in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The four-time African champions will face the Super Eagles in their second Group F match later today at the Stade Municipal de Berkane, with kickoff scheduled for 16:00 GMT. Ahead of the match, the 45-year-old coach expressed strong belief in his team’s chances but also emphasized the need for focus and concentration. “This game, we are surely the favourites and I am very, very confident that we will win this game. But in football,…
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Black Stars Players Need To Adapt To Inaki Williams And Utilize His Qualities More – Otto Addo

Black Stars Players Need To Adapt To Inaki Williams And Utilize His Qualities More – Otto Addo

The Black Stars' head coach, Otto Addo, has indicated that the team must adapt to attacker Inaki Williams's strengths. Despite performing at the top level for his club, Athletic Club in Spain, the striker struggles to shine when he features for the Black Stars. This has become a major concern for Ghanaians who want to see Inaki Williams succeed in the colours of the Black Stars. Speaking at a pre-match press conference on Wednesday ahead of Ghana's encounter against Angola, Coach Otto Addo said his team needs to play in a way that will utilize the qualities of Inaki Williams…
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2025 AFCONQ: Thomas Partey Praises Otto Addo Ideas And Coaching Prowess

2025 AFCONQ: Thomas Partey Praises Otto Addo Ideas And Coaching Prowess

Thomas Partey has praised Black Stars coach Otto Addo, describing him as having the best ideas for the team. Addo, who led Ghana to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, was reappointed in March on a 34-month contract with an option for an additional 24 months. Since his return, the Black Stars have secured consecutive victories over Mali and the Central African Republic in the third and fourth matchdays of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, reigniting Ghana’s hopes for qualification after a challenging start. As the Black Stars prepare for their opening matches in the 2025 Africa Cup…
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2025 AFCONQ: I Am Convinced Of A Win Against Angola But … – Ghana Coach Otto Addo

2025 AFCONQ: I Am Convinced Of A Win Against Angola But … – Ghana Coach Otto Addo

Black Stars coach, Otto Addo is confident his team can secure a win against Angola, but he acknowledges the challenge ahead. Ghana will face the Palancras Negras in their opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers at the Baba Yara Stadium later today. In their previous two encounters over the last two years, Ghana emerged victorious with a slim 1-0 win in Kumasi. Despite recognizing the difficulties posed by Angola, Addo remains optimistic about securing all three points. “I’m convinced that we can beat them, but it won’t be easy. And also we had some injuries,…
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Come Clear On Dede Ayew’s Future – Awudu Issaka Tells Otto Addo

Come Clear On Dede Ayew’s Future – Awudu Issaka Tells Otto Addo

Former Ghana youth star, Awudu Isaka has urged Black Stars coach, Otto Addo to hold talks with skipper Andre Dede Ayew over his future in the Black Stars. Issaka, who does not support the decision to sideline the captain, believes Ayew has paid his dues and thus deserves to be treated better. Speaking on Angel TV, he noted that Ayew could serve as a guide for the young players in the squad while admitting that the player has been off his game due to age. "I think the coach should tell him that he won't call him again. He should…
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