Former Ghana international, Augustine Ahinful has pointed the finger at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The national team endured a dismal campaign in the qualifiers, recording three draws and three defeats over six matches. This poor performance has led to widespread criticism of head coach Otto Addo, with calls for his dismissal growing louder.
Speaking to Joy Sports, Ahinful expressed his disappointment in the GFA’s decision-making, arguing that the Association has failed to hire the best possible coaches for the team.
He believes this oversight contributed significantly to Ghana’s missed qualification.
“If they [GFA] had [hired the best of coaches], we wouldn’t be here. [I’m not saying] the people they hired are the worst. But if they did hire [the best coaches] and put proper structures in place we might probably would have qualified [for the AFCON].”
He pointed out that while Otto Addo is competent, a more strategic approach could have led to a better outcome.
“Otto Addo is always conscious in his approach to the game. I always see him play two defensive midfielders being it playing away games or home games. So I would advise playing away because you are not too sure you can play two defensive midfielders, but when you are at home, you must be offensive,” he added.
The GFA’s Executive Council has yet to make a decision on Otto Addo’s future following a lengthy meeting last week, held in the wake of the Black Stars’ failure to reach the AFCON.
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