Vanderpuye calls for eight years to rebuild the Black Stars
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on 3news
Former Ghanaian Sports Minister Nii Lantey Vanderpuye is calling for eight years to rebuild the Black Stars rather than targeting immediate results at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and 2030 World Cup. He wants a lasting strategy and greater continuity in team selection, after more than 100 players were used in qualifying, according to 3news.
Former Ghanaian Sports Minister Nii Lantey Vanderpuye is calling for eight years to be devoted to rebuilding the Black Stars, the men’s national football team, rather than pursuing immediate results at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup. He made the call in an interview on Akoma 87.9 FM, reported by 3news on 20 October.
Vanderpuye criticised the lack of continuity in team selection, saying Ghana had used more than 100 players during World Cup qualifying. He is advocating a development strategy and structures capable of stabilising the team and giving it a lasting identity.
The former minister also questioned the choice of a 73-year-old coach to lead a rebuilding effort. His call for a long-term vision echoes that of Didi Dramani, who called for a sustainable strategy for the Black Stars.
The comments come as Ghana plans to appoint a permanent Black Stars coach by November, according to an announcement published on 20 October.
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