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2026 WCQ: Otto Addo Lauds Black Stars Fighting Spirit After Win Over Mali
07 Jun

2026 WCQ: Otto Addo Lauds Black Stars Fighting Spirit After Win Over Mali

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Ghana coach, Otto Addo has commended his team for their determination following a hard-fought victory against Mali in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. In the Matchday three encounter, the Black Stars faced the Eagles at the Stade du 26 Mars in Bamako on Thursday night. Mali initially took the lead with a goal from Kamory Doumbia before halftime. However, the Black Stars rallied, with Ernest Nuamah scoring twice, and Jordan Ayew securing the win with a fine strike. After the match, the 43-year-old coach praised his team’s resilience. “I think we had a very good fighting spirit, but this game…
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2026 WCQ: We Have Quality To Beat Mali – Otto Addo
06 Jun

2026 WCQ: We Have Quality To Beat Mali – Otto Addo

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Black Stars coach, Otto Addo has expressed confidence in his squad’s quality ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Mali. Ghana will face the Eagles tonight in their third match of the qualifiers at the Stade du 26 Mars, with just one point separating the two teams. A victory for the Black Stars could propel them to top Group I, as they have accumulated only three points from their first two games. Despite Ghana’s recent winless streak, Addo remains optimistic about securing all three points against Mali. “Surely, I think we are ready for the game. I am very…
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Black Stars: Show That You Are The Boss – Stephen Appiah Tells Otto Addo
31 May

Black Stars: Show That You Are The Boss – Stephen Appiah Tells Otto Addo

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Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah has called on Otto Addo to firmly stamp his authority as head coach of the national team. Appiah, now 43, was rehired on a 34-month contract with an option for an additional 24 months earlier this year, following the dismissal of Chris Hughton due to a disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. Since Addo’s return, he has led the team in two matches: a loss to Nigeria and a draw against Uganda during the March international break. Addo now faces a crucial doubleheader against Mali and the Central…
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I Will Keep An Eye On Ghana Premier League – Otto Addo
30 May

I Will Keep An Eye On Ghana Premier League – Otto Addo

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Ghana coach, Otto Addo, has promised to pay more attention to the Ghana Premier League. The 43-year-old made this commitment while announcing his 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers next month. Among the selected players, Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Frederick Asare was the sole local player included in the squad for the two matches. During a press conference at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) headquarters on Wednesday, Addo emphasized that, as a full-time Black Stars coach, he will closely monitor the domestic league. He revealed plans to travel to various stadiums to scout for talent. “I will watch…
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GFA Did Not Interfere In My Work During My First Stint – Otto Addo
30 May

GFA Did Not Interfere In My Work During My First Stint – Otto Addo

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Otto Addo has disclosed that he enjoyed significant autonomy during his initial tenure as head coach of the Black Stars. The 43-year-old assumed the role of interim head coach of the Ghanaian national team prior to the 2022 World Cup playoff against Nigeria. Successfully guiding Ghana to qualification for the tournament, Addo led the team onto the global stage. Despite the team’s early exit, Addo departed from his position. In a press conference held on Wednesday to announce his 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Addo shed light on his previous experience, stating that he was given…
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Otto Addo To Announce Black Stars Squad On Wednesday
28 May

Otto Addo To Announce Black Stars Squad On Wednesday

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Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo, is set to announce his squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers to the press at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) headquarters at 11am on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. This press engagement will provide a platform for Addo to outline his plans and ambitions for the senior national team and for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic. Otto Addo, a former Borussia Dortmund midfielder, was appointed as the permanent head coach of the Black Stars in March following the departure of Chris Hughton. Addo's appointment…
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Let’s Give Otto Addo Freedom To Decide What To Do With Andre Ayew – Sannie Daara
23 May

Let’s Give Otto Addo Freedom To Decide What To Do With Andre Ayew – Sannie Daara

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Former Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association, Ibrahim Sannie Daara, has urged Ghanaians to allow Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo, to make his own decision on whether to invite captain Andre Ayew for next month’s World Cup qualifiers. The former Borussia Dortmund talent trainer is expected to announce his squad this week for the two crucial qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic. Andre Ayew's inclusion has been the subject of debate regarding whether Otto should include him in the squad for the games. This season, Andre has scored five goals in 12 Ligue 1 starts for…
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Otto Addo Is Determined To Succeed With Black Stars – Team Manager
02 May

Otto Addo Is Determined To Succeed With Black Stars – Team Manager

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The Team Manager of the Black Stars, Ameenu Shardow has stressed Otto Addo’s determination to succeed as the head coach of the team. Addo, aged 43, resumed his role as head coach in March, succeeding Chris Hughton who was dismissed following Ghana’s early exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Despite initial setbacks with losses to Nigeria and a draw against Uganda in his first two games, Shardow insists that Addo, a former Ghana international, is eager to lead the team to success. “Ghanaians are hungry for success under Otto Addo, but it requires patience,”…
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Black Stars Will Be Strong Under Otto Addo When Players Are Fit – GFA
10 Apr

Black Stars Will Be Strong Under Otto Addo When Players Are Fit – GFA

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Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum is optimistic about the prospects of the Black Stars under the guidance of Otto Addo, should key players recover from injury. Following Chris Hughton’s departure, Addo was awarded a 34-month contract and faced a 2-1 defeat to Nigeria and a 2-2 draw with Uganda in his initial matches in March. The Black Stars return to action in June in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers when they face Mali and the Central African Republic (CAR) but Asante Twum remains positive about the team’s performance when key players regain full fitness.…
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We Were Not Good Before My appointment – Otto Addo Reacts To Black Stars Performance
27 Mar

We Were Not Good Before My appointment – Otto Addo Reacts To Black Stars Performance

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Black Stars coach, Otto Addo has admitted a tough challenge of rebuilding the senior national team following his appointment. In his first two games, Addo’s side recorded a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria before a 2-2 drawn game against Uganda all at the Stade de Marrakesh in Morroco in the March international window. Addo’s appointment comes amidst the team’s recent struggles, including early exits from consecutive Africa Cup of Nations tournaments. Addressing the team’s performance against Uganda on Tuesday evening, Addo stressed the importance of improving finishing under pressure and acknowledged the significant work required to elevate the team’s standards. “Finishing…
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