Ghana Sacks Coach Otto Addo Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Ghana has sacked coach Otto Addo just over 70 days before the World Cup, following a string of defeats including a 2-1 loss to Germany. The Ghana Football Association thanked him for his service and will announce a new coach ahead of the tournament, where Ghana faces England, Croatia, and Panama.

The Ghana Football Association announced on Tuesday that it has parted ways with coach Otto Addo, just over 70 days before the start of the 2026 World Cup in North America. The decision came in the wake of a 2-1 friendly defeat to Germany on Monday in Stuttgart, where the hosts salvaged a last-minute victory thanks to a goal from Deniz Undav.
The loss to Germany marked the Black Stars’ fourth consecutive defeat under Addo’s leadership, following a heavy 5-1 defeat to Austria last week and other disappointing results in recent friendlies. Since taking charge in March 2024, the 50-year-old coach had overseen a mix of successes and struggles, but the recent run of poor performances ultimately led the GFA to make a change ahead of the World Cup.
In an official statement, the GFA expressed sincere gratitude to Addo for his contributions to the national team and wished him success in his future endeavors. The association emphasized that it will announce the Black Stars’ new technical leadership and coaching direction in due course, leaving fans and stakeholders awaiting further updates on the team’s management.
With the World Cup rapidly approaching, Ghana now faces a critical period of preparation. The Black Stars are drawn in a challenging group alongside England, Croatia, and Panama. The team will need to quickly stabilize and regroup under new leadership to compete effectively on football’s biggest stage this summer. The GFA’s timely decision reflects the urgency of ensuring the squad is fully prepared and tactically ready for the tournament.