Former Sports Minister backs Otto Addo ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Former Minister for Youth and Sports, Honourable Nii Lante Vanderpuye has brushed aside claims and criticism that Ghana Black Stars needs a new competent coach for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign instead of Otto Addo.

He believes the Former Burrusia Dortmond trainer is fit and capable of leading the Stars for the task ahead in USA, Canada and Mexico in June – July 2026.

“I disagree with people calling for Coach Otto Addo’s removal ahead of the World Cup” the former Sports Minister hinted.

This is the second consecutive time Otto Addo has qualified the Black Stars for the FIFA Mundial.

In 2022, he guided the Stars to qualify for their 4th FIFA World Cup, eliminating strong rivals, the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a decisive qualifier.

Though the Black Stars managed to win one and lost two group matches in Qatar, to some Ghanaians, it was a hard fought battle.

His second stint with the Black Stars has created mixed feelings among soccer loving Ghanaians.

Otto Addo had an amazing show during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, winning six and drawing one in eight games.

Despite this remarkable record, some critics are still calling for his exit but Nii Lante Vanderpuye has absolute confidence in the coach.