2026 WC: Otto Addo urges patience as rebuilding continues ahead of tourney
Otto Addo urged patience as rebuilding continues ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament. He called for "a long-term approach" as he reflected on his side's narrow defeat to Germany. Addo stressed the need to bridge the gap in squad depth while preparing for the FIFA World Cup.
Addo admitted that competing with a team of Germany's calibre remains a demanding task. He pointed to the quality within their ranks, including the likes of Florian Wirtz. He contrasted that with Ghana's reliance on a few key players to drive performance, saying, "If you compare yourself to this kind of level, Germany has Wirtz and a lot of great players. For us, it's difficult. We are always praying that nothing happens to Thomas Partey. If Kudus is not there, it's very difficult to replace him." Addo emphasized the urgency of building a deeper and more versatile squad, particularly as Ghana looks ahead to major international tournaments. He identified defence as a priority area requiring restructuring, especially with the anticipated absence of Mohammed Salisu.
Addo said, "We have to find our way and then hopefully replace him. We have to try a lot of things, especially in defence, because Salisu is going out, and for the World Cup, I have to make decisions. I have to try a lot of defenders to see what is best." He insisted that experimentation is a necessary step toward long-term success, adding, "Maybe we will lose or whatever, but we have to do it so that we prepare ourselves for the World Cup and find the best solution."
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Otto Addo is calling for patience as Ghana continues its rebuilding process ahead of the FIFA World Cup - a process that requires bridging the gap in squad depth. The Black Stars boss is focused on shaping a more balanced and competitive side- but what challenges does he foresee?
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