The Ghana Football Association has confirmed that it has received over 600 applications for the vacant Black Stars head coach position following the dismissal of Otto Addo.
GFA President Kurt Okraku revealed the figure to 3Sports have received over 600 applications for the Black Stars job.”
Addo was relieved of his duties after a string of disappointing results, including defeats to Austria and Germany, culminating in a late-night decision in Stuttgart.
The sheer volume of applicants highlights both the prestige of the role and the urgency of Ghana’s preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The FA is expected to begin a meticulous screening process to shortlist candidates, with both local and international coaches believed to be in contention.
Okraku has suggested a new coach could be appointed within one to two weeks to ensure minimal disruption to preparations.
The Black Stars are set to regroup in May for friendlies against Mexico on May 22 and Wales on June 2 as part of their World Cup preparations.
Ghana, appearing at their fifth World Cup, have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama, aiming to advance past the group stage for the first time since their 2010 campaign.
