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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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Bringing Young Players Into Camp Was A Good Choice – Black Stars Head Coach
26 Mar

Bringing Young Players Into Camp Was A Good Choice – Black Stars Head Coach

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Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo, has praised the decision to invite young players to Ghana’s National Football Team. He said this in the lead up to the Black Stars friendly game against Uganda on March 26 at 16:00 GMT in Morocco after falling 2-1 to Nigeria in a prior friendly game. A variety of issues including injuries forced players like Mohammed Kudus and Thomas Partey to miss out on honouring the latest Black Stars call up. This led to a host of young players including Forson Amankwah, Ebenzer Annan and Ibrahim Osman getting called in as replacements. Ahead of…
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I Hope The Players Get My Tactics Right To Get A Win Over Nigeria – Otto Addo
22 Mar

I Hope The Players Get My Tactics Right To Get A Win Over Nigeria – Otto Addo

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Otto Addo, the recently reinstated coach of the Black Stars, is filled with optimism regarding the incorporation of fresh talent into his team's playing style before their friendly encounter with Nigeria. The clash between Ghana and their rivals is scheduled to take place at the Stade de Marrakesh later tonight, with the match eagerly anticipated and kick-off set for 16:00 GMT. Addo, who recently unveiled his 26-man squad, has included several new faces who are expected to make their debut against the Super Eagles. In anticipation of the match, the former Ghanaian international expressed his enthusiasm for returning to his…
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It’s A Pity To Face Nigeria In Friendlies Without Our Key Players – Otto Addo
22 Mar

It’s A Pity To Face Nigeria In Friendlies Without Our Key Players – Otto Addo

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Ghana's coach, Otto Addo, expressed his disappointment as several key players failed to respond to the call-up for the international friendly matches scheduled for this month. The Black Stars, determined to recover from their underwhelming performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), will face Nigeria tonight at the Stade de Marrakesh before taking on Uganda's Cranes on March 26. However, important figures such as Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, Joseph Painysil, and Inaki Williams, among others, have withdrawn from the squad for various reasons, leaving Addo disheartened. In an interview with the Ghana Football Association website prior to the match…
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Otto Addo Needs Time To Win With Black Stars – FIFA Chief
19 Mar

Otto Addo Needs Time To Win With Black Stars – FIFA Chief

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High-performance specialist for FIFA Global Football Development Division, Abdul Faisal has called for support for returnee Black Stars coach, Otto Addo to be able to win laurels. The former Ghana international has been reappointed as the head coach of the senior national team on a 34-month deal. Addo’s immediate assignment will come against Nigeria and Uganda in international friendly games scheduled to be played in Morrocco later this month. However, Faisal speaking on the Ultimate Sports Show on Asempa FM praised Addo’s coaching prowess and potential saying he must be given time to achieve success with the Black Stars. “I enjoyed what Otto Addo did at the World…
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