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Published on 2024-03-28 07:00:39
The head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, recently expressed his thoughts on the team’s performance and the work required to elevate them to the top level. Following a 2-2 draw with Uganda in a friendly match, Addo acknowledged that the team was not playing up to standard when he took over as coach. Despite this, he believes that they have the potential to meet the expectations of Ghanaian fans.
In the match against Uganda, Ghana managed to score through Jerome Opoku and Jordan Ayew but failed to maintain their lead, conceding goals to Uganda’s Mukwala. This result came after a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria in another friendly fixture. Addo emphasized that improving the team’s finishing under pressure will be crucial and acknowledged that the process of reviving the team will take time.
Addo expressed disappointment with the level of discipline displayed by his players in the matches against Nigeria and Uganda. Defender Jerome Opoku was shown a red card in the game against Nigeria for dissent towards the referee, while Ghana’s Mohammed Salisu and Alidu Seidu were both sent off in the match against Uganda.
The coach highlighted the importance of discipline, both on and off the pitch, emphasizing the need for players to play intelligently and avoid unnecessary yellow and red cards. Addo stressed that the team’s discipline must improve significantly and that addressing this issue will be a priority going forward.
Overall, Addo acknowledged that there is still a lot of work to be done to restore the Black Stars to their former glory. Despite the challenges faced by the team, he remains optimistic about their potential and is committed to guiding them towards reaching the high standards expected by fans and stakeholders.
Moving forward, Addo and his coaching staff will continue to focus on improving the team’s performance, instilling discipline, and working towards achieving success on the international stage. The road ahead may be challenging, but with hard work and dedication, Addo believes that the Black Stars can regain their place among the elite teams in African football.
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