World Cup and friendlies are different - Hans Sarpei on Ghana's form under axed Otto Addo
Hans Sarpei is not concerned about the Black Stars' form in friendlies ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Sarpei said, "World Cup and friendly games are totally different."
Ghana lost four consecutive friendlies, which led to the dismissal of coach Otto Addo. Addo had been under scrutiny despite qualifying Ghana for the upcoming global showpiece, after failing to reach the 2025 AFCON - the first time in 20 years. Sarpei said Otto should continue as head coach. Former Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah, ex-Morocco coach Walid Regragui, and Saudi Arabia boss Herve Renard are among the names being linked with the vacant position.
The Black Stars will travel to North America to face Mexico on May 22, before taking on Wales on June 2 as part of preparations for the World Cup. Ghana has been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama and will aim to reach the knockout stage for the first time since 2010.
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Hans Sarpei shared his thoughts on Ghana's performance under Otto Addo, particularly the contrast between friendlies and the World Cup- leading to Addo's dismissal. The former international highlighted key differences- but what does this mean for the Black Stars?
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