Ghana Football Association Communications Director Henry Asante Twum strongly supports the GFA’s choice to add more coaches to the Black Stars’ technical staff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

The GFA spoke with key stakeholders, who then announced last week that the Black Stars’ coaching team would be significantly strengthened. Five highly experienced people have been chosen to help prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

The Association says these new team members are meant to make the team stronger and create a well-rounded coaching group as Ghana prepares for the World Cup, which will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Asante Twum stated on Akoma 87.9 FM that the new appointments are not a waste of resources, emphasizing that quality and expertise, not the number of appointees, are the driving factors behind the decision.

“When you compare the coaches we have assembled with those of other countries, ours are even fewer in number. This is not about increasing the headcount, but about ensuring we put forward the very best to compete at the highest level,” he said.

He deemed the criticism of the decision unfortunate and asserted that the GFA’s priority is enhancing the national team.

“It is unfortunate for anyone to describe this as a waste of money. That has never been the goal of the FA, and in time, everyone will testify to the impact these additions will have on our progress,” Asante Twum added.

He also pointed out that Ghana’s hopes of doing well around the world require the right coaching plan and hands-on experience.

“Our goal at the World Cup is to make an impact, and we can only achieve that with the best expertise guiding us. We believe these coaches will take us where we want to be,” he stated.

With a bigger coaching team, the GFA believes the Black Stars will have the support and skills they need to do well in top international football.