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Published on 2024-03-05 09:45:25
The Gambia Football Federation (GFF) and the ministry of sports have recently finalized the terms of reference for the position of head coach, which is now being advertised in the media. The job requirements include obtaining a UEFA or CAF A license and possessing between five to ten years of coaching experience.
Currently, three young Gambians meet the qualifications on paper. These individuals are former Gambian international players Abdou Jammeh, also known as Tea-Boy, Cherno Samba, and Edrissa Sonko. It remains to be seen if any of them have applied for the position now that the official application process has commenced. While the qualifications of these individuals have been met, numerous foreign applicants have already submitted their applications for the job.
Abdou Jammeh, Tea-Boy, is a former Gambian international player who has the required UEFA or CAF A license and has accumulated years of coaching experience. Cherno Samba and Edrissa Sonko, two other former Gambian international players, also meet the necessary qualifications for the position of head coach.
The Gambia Football Federation and the ministry of sports have put together a comprehensive list of requirements for the head coach position, ensuring that only qualified candidates are considered for the role. The importance of having a UEFA or CAF A license, as well as years of coaching experience, is emphasized in the terms of reference for the job.
As the search for a new head coach continues, the focus remains on finding the best candidate to lead the national team to success. With the qualifications and experience of the potential Gambian candidates, the decision on who will be appointed as head coach is eagerly awaited.
While foreign applicants have also thrown their hats in the ring, the possibility of a homegrown talent taking on the role of head coach brings excitement and hope to Gambian football fans. The GFF and the ministry of sports are committed to selecting the most suitable candidate for the position, ensuring that the national team is in capable hands moving forward.
Overall, the completion of the terms of reference for the head coach position marks an important step in the process of finding a new leader for the Gambian national team. With qualified candidates both from within the country and abroad, the decision on who will take on this vital role will shape the future of Gambian football for years to come.
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