The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has allegedly decided the fate of the head coach of the Black Stars despite his oversight of the team's lacklustre performances. Earlier reports suggested that, despite calls for the coach's dismissal, about ten of the twelve members of the executive committee voted against his sack, with only two demanding the termination of his contract.

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After a meeting to decide on his future with the national team, it is reported that the GFA has decided to maintain the former Dortmund manager.Ghanasoccernet.com reports that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is keen on retaining Otto Addo as head coach for the Black Stars during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, set to continue in March 2024.

Black Stars' last game in the 2025 AFCON qualification

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campaign was against Niger on November 19, 2024. Unfortunately, Ghana lost the match 1-2, which confirmed their disqualification from the tournament. This loss, combined with previous results, meant that Ghana finished bottom of their group with no wins in six matches.It marks the first time in 20 years the Black Stars have not qualified for the AFCON.

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Despite widespread public backlash against his leadership, the GFA's Executive Council remains firmly supportive, expressing confidence in Addo's ability to transform the team’s performance and deliver positive results.High-profile personalities in Ghana and beyond expressed their disappointment and called for Otto Addo's dismissal.

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