26/04/2025 06:49
[caption id="attachment_1199753" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Otto Addo[/caption]
Team Manager of the Black Stars, Ameenu Shardow, has expressed strong confidence in Otto Addos ability to succeed as head coach of the senior national team.
Addo, who previously worked as a talent coach at Borussia Dortmund, came under intense criticism after failing to secure Ghanas qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Amid widespread calls for his dismissal following a series of poor performances, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) chose to strengthen the technical team rather than part ways with him.
In a remarkable turnaround, the 49-year-old coach led the Black Stars to consecutive victories over Chad and Madagascar in the Matchday 5 and 6 fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. These wins ended Ghana's six-game winless streak and revived hope among supporters.
Speaking in an interview with Asempa FM, Shardow praised Addos character and work ethic, highlighting his drive and willingness to adapt.
Hes young, hes driven, very passionate, and hes willing to learn," he told Asempa FM. "Hes willing to listen to alternative perspectives," he added.The back-to-back victories have propelled the Black Stars to the top of Group I with 15 points, three points clear of Comoros, with four matches remaining in the qualification campaign.
Ghana is set to face Chad and Mali in their next qualifiers, scheduled for September later this year.
