GFA dissolves Black Stars management committee amid AFCON 2025 failure

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the dissolution of the Black Stars Management Committee following the team’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.

This decision was taken during the Executive Council (ExCo) meeting held on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, as the association moves to address the fallout from Ghana’s poor campaign.

In a statement, the GFA thanked members of the dissolved committee for their contributions to Ghana football but stressed the need for restructuring to restore the Black Stars’ fortunes.

The GFA also revealed plans to meet Black Stars head coach Otto Addo on November 27 to review his technical report and the performance of his staff since his reappointment in March 2024.

Addo’s second stint has been fraught with challenges, including Ghana’s failure to win a single game in the AFCON qualifiers, marking their first absence from the tournament since 2004.

While the coach has faced criticism for the team’s dismal performance, former assistant coach Ibrahim Tanko recently defended him, stating, “There’s no guarantee the next coach will make an immediate impact.” However, calls for Addo’s dismissal have grown louder, with fans and pundits questioning his suitability for the role.

The GFA, which issued a public apology for the Black Stars’ AFCON failure after the ExCo meeting, pledged to rebuild and focus on the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where Ghana sits joint-top of Group I with three wins from four matches.

Further updates on the restructuring process and Addo’s future are expected after the November 27 meeting.

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