Former chairman of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has backed Otto Addo to remain as head coach of the Black Stars, despite the team’s recent difficulties.
The 45-year-old coach is facing significant scrutiny following the Black Stars’ disappointing performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
After a lacklustre start, which included a loss to Angola and a 1-1 draw against Niger, the team was eager to secure their first victory.
Unfortunately, the Black Stars managed only a goalless draw in the first leg against Sudan, followed by a surprising 2-0 defeat to the Falcons at the Martyrs of February Stadium in Libya, raising doubts about their chances of qualifying for the tournament.
Despite the calls for Addo’s resignation, Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe emphasized that firing the former Borussia Dortmund assistant coach would not solve the team’s issues.
He believes that Addo requires guidance to achieve success.
“I will not say Otto Addo should be dismissed because that has never been the solution. He rather needs advice,” he told Asempa FM‘s Ultimate Sports Show.
“He (Otto Addo) will only do well based on the instructions he will be given by the Ghana Football Association (GFA). Otto Addo must not be sacked. Keep him and guide him,” he added.
Currently sitting third in Group F, Ghana will regroup for their crucial final matches against Niger and Angola next month.
To qualify for AFCON, they will need to win both games and hope Sudan drops points in their remaining matches.
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