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Ghana Black Stars coaching transitions

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Following his dismissal by the Ghana Football Association, former Black Stars head coach Otto Addo expressed his intention to return to coaching in roles ranging from head coach to assistant coach. Addo, who led the team to 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification but missed the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, indicated he is open to various technical positions. As In a shift from previous reports regarding his departure, the ~~coaching vacancy persists following~~ Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council has unanimously recommended that Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz remain as the ~~reported departure~~ head coach of ~~Carlos Queiroz,~~ the Black Stars. This recommendation follows the team’s performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, any new contract for Queiroz requires final approval from the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, which is responsible for financing the coach’s salary. As the leadership situation evolves, Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko ~~has expressed interest in leading~~ continues to express his readiness to lead the national ~~team. Tanko, who recently won~~ team if considered the ~~Ghana Premier League title, has previous experience as an~~ right candidate. Tanko, a former assistant coach for the ~~national setup~~ Black Stars and as head coach of the Black ~~Meteors. The~~ Meteors, remains among several potential contenders as Ghana ~~Football Association aims to appoint a new head coach ahead of~~ prepares for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations ~~qualifiers in September.~~ qualifiers.

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