Otto Addo must create a competitive team spirit among Black Stars players - Ex-GFA chief Sannie Daara

Former Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Ibrahim Sannie Daara, has called on Black Stars head coach Otto Addo to build a stronger competitive culture within the national team.

The Black Stars have faced widespread criticism in recent weeks following mixed results in the September international window, where they were held to a 1-1 draw by Chad before edging past Mali 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Speaking on Asempa FM, Sannie Daara—now a senior CAF Media Officer—stressed that the team’s inconsistency reflects a lack of internal competition for places.

"On a normal Black Stars day, some of the current players would not earn a call-up," he said.

"There should be three players for every position in the Black Stars to spark a fierce competitive spirit in the team."

He further emphasized the need for accountability, insisting that underperforming players should face consequences.

"There must be consequences for any Black Stars player who performs poorly after a call-up, and that is how we create a competitive spirit in a team," he added.

Ghana will conclude their World Cup qualifying campaign next month with decisive fixtures against the Central African Republic and Comoros.

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