Kotoko goalkeeper Frederick Asare has voiced his strong support for Black Stars coach Otto Addo, highlighting the coach’s qualities and urging Ghanaians to rally behind him.
This comes as Asare was included in the latest Ghana squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.
Asare, the former Accra Lions goalkeeper, stands out as the only local-based player in the 26-man squad, a testament to his quality and the faith the technical team has in him.
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Speaking to Kotoko media, Asare expressed his gratitude for the selection and shared his positive experience working with Addo.
“Working with him is a great thing for me. I’ve learnt a lot. He is a ball-playing coach who always likes to play from the back with the goalkeeper, so having him as your coach gives you that confidence. Even upon several mistakes, he still tries to encourage you to always do your best,” Asare said.
“For me, I think that he is one of the best coaches Ghana can ever have, so I believe that we should trust in him and support him,” he added.
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Otto Addo is beginning his tenure as the permanent head coach of the Black Stars, having previously led the team on an interim basis. Despite his role as a talent coach at Borussia Dortmund, Addo guided the national team to the 2022 World Cup. He has now returned on a full-time basis, vacating his club duties to focus entirely on the Black Stars.
Addo’s first task in his new role is to steer Ghana back on course in the World Cup qualifiers. The Black Stars are currently fourth in Group I after a mixed start, having beaten Madagascar but lost to Comoros in their opening matches. Positive results against Mali on June 6 and the Central African Republic on June 10 are crucial for Ghana’s qualification hopes.
The team will train behind closed doors at the University of Ghana Stadium before departing for Mali. Asare and his teammates are focused on the upcoming challenges, aiming to secure vital points and boost their chances of making it to the 2026 World Cup.
