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Bashir Hayford looks up to ‘heaven’ … for GFA technical director job
Former Somalia coach Bashir Hayford remains upbeat about his chances of landing Ghana’s technical director position.
The erstwhile Ghana women’s trainer is reportedly among three indigenous men listed for the job by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
Three expatriates are also in contention, with all six candidates having already gone through interviews.
“I’m praying to God the Ghana Football Association will give me a chance to serve as a technical director,” Hayford told West FM.
“If I get the job, I will be able to meet all the coaches in Ghana as well as the national teams and also our clubs on how to turn things around to develop our football in the country.”
While the GFA is yet to release the identity of the six candidates, media reports say University of Cape Coast associate professor of physical education and sports psychology Joseph Kwame Mintah is among the leading contenders.
Former Asante Kotoko and Kano Pillars coach Abdul Malik Jabir, who applied for the job, is however out of the running, having revealed his inability to make the list for the interview stage.
Hayford’s last job in Ghana was leading the national women’s team to the 2018 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on home soil.
It was not a good experience as the Black Queens disappointingly failed to make it past the group stage.
The coach also worked with Ghana Premier League sides Medeama, AshantiGold and Ebusua Dwarfs as well as the national men’s U-17 side.
According to a recent publication by the GFA, “the technical director role is a prerequisite of FIFA and Ghana intends to appoint his successor as soon as possible.
“The new technical director will be responsible for the technical development and progress of the GFA.
“His responsibilities also include planning and executing a long-term view of how to continually raise standards and innovations both on and off the pitch and to ensure that the path from development teams, (junior national teams) to Ghana men’s senior team (Black Stars) and women’s senior team (Black Queens) are always integrated, learning is shared and the basic principles of how we play are integrated.
“The select committee is expected to submit their report to the Executive Council and once approval is given, the new Technical Director will be announced.”
Ghana is on the search for a new technical director following the exit of long-serving Francis Oti Akenteng. – Goal.com
Management of Asempa FM has issued a public apology to the Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. Kofi Adams, after wrongly quoting him in a recent publication about the selection of players for the Black Stars.
In a statement released by the station’s management, Asempa FM admitted that a quote card shared after Kofi Adams’ interview on Ultimate Sports Show on 13th October 2025 misrepresented his actual remarks.
According to the station, the error created a wrong impression that the Sports Minister was directly involved in selecting players for the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“The wording on the artwork may have created a misleading impression. For clarity, the Honorable Minister stated that the final decision on player selection rests solely with the technical team, and he emphasized the importance of transparency and merit-based selection,” the statement said.
Asempa FM expressed deep regret for the misrepresentation and apologized to Kofi Adams and the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
The management further assured the public that the station would take steps to ensure greater accuracy and care in its future communications.
“We hold Kofi Adams and his office in the highest regard and deeply regret any inconvenience or misunderstanding caused,” the statement concluded.
By: Jacob Aggrey
When Otto Addo took charge, Ghana sat fourth in Group I with just three points from two matches — a situation that seemed daunting for even the most optimistic fans. But what followed was one of the most remarkable turnarounds in African World Cup qualifying history.
Addo’s arrival brought renewed tactical clarity and belief. He restructured the team’s shape, redefined roles, and instilled discipline in both defense and attack. The results began to flow as Ghana went on an astonishing run of victories.
The coach’s calm leadership was crucial in restoring confidence to key players who had lost form. Veterans found new motivation, while youngsters flourished under his guidance, creating a perfect blend of maturity and energy.
Each win became a statement of intent — that Ghana was back. The team’s comeback victories over tough opponents like Mali and Central African Republic showed resilience and mental fortitude.
By the end of the campaign, the Black Stars had climbed from fourth to first, topping the group with 25 points and a +17-goal difference — a clear testament to Otto Addo’s transformational leadership.
This turnaround will go down in Ghana’s football annals as a story of hope, determination, and tactical brilliance that brought the nation back to the world stage.
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