Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara says he is not perturbed by criticism, emphasizing that his focus remains on winning trophies for the club.
The Ivorian tactician has come under fire from fans following the club’s shocking FA Cup elimination at the hands of lower-tier side Golden Kick in the Round of 16.
The Phobians suffered a 4-3 defeat on penalties over the weekend, sparking frustration among supporters.
Despite the mounting pressure, Ouattara remains unfazed. “Every coach will be criticized if things don’t go well. No problem. People can say anything they want—I don’t have any issue with that, and I’m not afraid,” he told Asempa FM’s Sports Nite Show.
While some sections of the Hearts fanbase have called for a change in leadership, Ouattara insists his focus is on delivering success, not deciding his future. “If I’m the problem, I have no issue with that. My focus is on winning trophies. Whether I’m the right man for the job is not for me to decide,” he added.
With their FA Cup hopes dashed, Hearts of Oak now shift their attention to the Ghana Premier League, where they currently sit fourth with 33 points.