Five-member committee search for new Black Stars coach

The Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) have agreed to constitute a five-member Technical Search Committee to scout for and recommend a new head coach for the Black Stars.

The committee is expected to submit its report by Friday, October 9, 2026, following a meeting between the Ministry and the GFA on Friday to address concerns over the declining performance of Ghana’s national football teams.

In a statement issued after the meeting, the Ministry said the discussions were aimed at agreeing measures to strengthen national team management, coaching and Ghana’s football development pathway.

“The Ministry of Sports and Recreation acknowledges the concerns expressed by Ghanaians regarding the declining performances of our national football teams.”

The Ministry said it also recognises the expectation for decisive action and greater accountability, given the public’s continued support for the national teams.

“The Ministry appreciates the public’s enduring support for Ghanaian football and recognises the expectation for decisive action, improved performance and greater accountability.”

New Black Stars coach

The biggest immediate decision from the meeting is the planned search for a new head coach for the Black Stars.

According to the statement, a five-member Technical Search Committee will be constituted to scout and recommend the coach, with the committee required to submit its report by October 9.

The statement did not name the members of the committee or specify whether the recommended candidate would be appointed immediately after the report.

The Ministry and GFA also agreed that the next Black Stars head coach will be required to live in Ghana and regularly monitor the domestic league.

“The Black Stars head coach will be required to reside in Ghana and regularly monitor the domestic league.”

The two sides further agreed to develop a stronger domestic national team through consistent monitoring and scouting of players in the Ghanaian leagues.

“This will support the creation of a larger pool of talent and competition for selection to the senior national team.”

Major changes to youth development

The meeting also agreed to introduce a new structure for the development of Ghana’s youth national teams.

A technical head will be appointed to coordinate the U15, U17 and U20 development pathway, with each team to have its own dedicated technical team.

The structure will also include appropriate competition arrangements and a system for tracking the progression of players through the various age groups.

The Ministry and GFA have additionally agreed to put U18 and U19 competitions on hold after the completion of the ongoing competitions at those levels.

The statement said this will ensure an orderly transition to the new development structure.