National Sports Authority Chairman Seth Panwun has emphasized the need for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to address deeper issues beyond the recent dismissal of coach Chris Hughton in response to the Black Stars’ struggles at the AFCON tournament.
Hughton and his technical staff were relieved of their duties, and a replacement committee has been put in place. However, Panwun believes that the core problems extend beyond just coaching changes.
According to Panwun, the GFA should expand its investigation to not only include the technical team but also take a closer look at the management team leading the charge.
He suggests that a reshuffle or replacement of the current management is necessary to bring in new perspectives and expertise to tackle the challenges faced by the Black Stars.
“Sacking the coach is not the fundamental problem with the Black Stars. I think that it should go beyond that. I think we should also move beyond the technical team aspect,” he told Joy News.
“Even the management that is leading the front should have also been reshuffled or taken out so that other hands and minds can also come on board to help.”
The Black Stars’ disappointing AFCON campaign saw them finish third in a group featuring Cape Verde, Egypt, and Mozambique.
Losses to Cape Verde and back-to-back draws against Egypt and Mozambique resulted in Ghana’s elimination from the tournament.
This marks the second successive AFCON where the Black Stars exited at the group stage without a win, adding to the country’s 42-year wait for its fifth AFCON title.
