Outspoken Ghanaian tactician Ignatius Osei-Fosu has made a bold call for the football fraternity to place more trust in homegrown coaches, insisting local talent is more than capable of steering both clubs and national teams to success.
In an exclusive media chat as quoted by Citi Sports, the former Eleven Wonders, Medeama SC, and current assistant coach of Sudan urged stakeholders to look within when it comes to coaching appointments–highlighting the depth of knowledge, tactical strength, and passion Ghanaian coaches bring to the table.
“I’ve maintained for all of these years that I believe we have the men in Ghana, and that given the right opportunity and the right environment, they can work.”
Osei-Fosu, known for his analytical approach and fearless commentary on football matters, pointed out that several local coaches have led teams to impressive finishes in the Ghana Premier League and have played crucial roles in unearthing top talents. Yet, many continue to be overlooked in favor of foreign coaches who often fail to deliver.
“It has been a history that no foreign coach has ever won anything for us and so if we go by history, I think the local coaches should be given an opportunity.”
His comments come in the wake of growing national frustration over the performance of the Black Stars and the reliance on expatriate coaches, despite local options with strong credentials and a better grasp of the domestic landscape.
Several fans and pundits have thrown their weight behind Osei-Fosu’s remarks, calling it a wake-up call for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and club owners to give local coaches the chance to thrive.
As Ghana continues to search for a clear football identity and path back to continental glory, Ignatius Osei-Fosu’s message is simple but powerful: “Trust our own. We have what it takes.”
By: Pascal Amoah
