Youth and Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has urged for patience regarding national team coaches, particularly in light of the Black Stars’ recent struggles.
His comments came during a session with the Parliamentary Select Committee on Tuesday, where he discussed the team’s upcoming participation in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast.
Otto Addo, who signed a three-year contract with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) in March 2024, is facing mounting pressure after the team’s disappointing start in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers.
Ghana lost 1-0 to Angola at Baba Yara Stadium and managed only a 1-1 draw against Niger, leaving them third in Group F with a single point.
During the hearing, Ussif emphasized the need for stability and time for coaches to build a cohesive team.
“If I had my way, we would give our coaches more time. If you look at Senegal, their coach has had six years. That allows him time to understand the team and the players to get results,” Ussif remarked.
Addo, who took over from Chris Hughton following Ghana’s early exit in the 2023 AFCON, is aiming to secure victories against Kwesi Appiah‘s Sudan in the upcoming qualifiers scheduled for next month.
