FC Samartex head coach Nurudeen Amadu has revealed that Professor Joseph Mintah, the Technical Director of the Ghana Football Association, recommended him for the position. Amadu, who assumed the role in July 2023 from former coach Annor Walker, guided the team to an impressive league victory in only their second season in the top flight.
The Samreboi-based club clinched the title with two games to spare following a 1-0 win over Bibiani Gold Stars on Sunday afternoon. Reflecting on his journey, the 53-year-old coach, who previously managed King Faisal, expressed gratitude to those who supported him.
“A big thanks to Prof Mintah who recommended me to Samartex, and many thanks also to Edmund Ackah, who believed in me a lot,” Amadu said.
Under Amadu’s leadership, FC Samartex has showcased exceptional performance this season. The team has won 18 matches, lost 10, and drawn 4 out of the 32 games played so far, highlighting their dominance in the league.
This historic league title marks a significant milestone for FC Samartex, underscoring their rise in Ghanaian football. The achievement is not only a personal triumph for Amadu but also a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication.
FC Samartex coach Nurudeen Amadu considers winning the Ghana Premier League title with the club a monumental achievement.
The Samreboi-based team secured the title with two games remaining, following a 1-0 victory over Bibiani Gold Stars on Sunday afternoon.
Amadu, who took over the reins from former coach Annor Walker in July 2023, led the team to this impressive victory in just their second season in the top flight. Reflecting on his journey, Coach Amadu shared his joy and recalled the initial doubts surrounding his appointment.
“Not many people at Samartex, including the fans, knew who I was,” he told Akoma FM in Kumasi. “Winning the league is a huge accomplishment because the goal was to finish higher than last season, not to win the league. For me, it’s a dream come true.”
Under Amadu’s leadership, FC Samartex has demonstrated exceptional performance this season. The team has won 18 matches, lost 10, and drawn 4 out of the 32 games played so far, underscoring their dominance in the league.
This historic league title represents a significant milestone for FC Samartex, showcasing their rise in Ghanaian football. The achievement is not only a personal triumph for Amadu but also a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication.
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Samartex coach Nurudeen Amadu celebrates the club’s Ghana Premier League title triumph as a 'monumental achievement.'
Following a 1-0 victory over Bibiani Gold Stars, the team's triumph ignited jubilant celebrations in Samreboi, with fans reveling late into the night.
Amadu reflects on the season's goals, initially aiming to surpass their debut performance in the top-flight, where they finished 10th last season with 46 points, narrowly escaping relegation.
This season, however, Samartex surpassed all expectations, contending for the title and ultimately clinching it with two games remaining.
Expressing gratitude to the club's management for their steadfast support, Amadu, marking his first major trophy as coach, reveals, "Not many at Samartex, including the fans, knew who I was."
"The aim was to finish higher than last season, not to win the league. So, winning is a monumental achievement. It's a dream come true for me," he shares with Kumasi-based Akoma FM.
Amadu extends special thanks to Ghana FA technical director Prof. Joseph Mintah for recommending him to Samartex and to the club’s General Manager Edmund Ackah for their unwavering belief in him.
Samartex is poised to be crowned champions in their final home game of the season against Accra Lions.
Samartex coach Nurudeen Amadu recognizes the importance of bolstering their squad with experienced players for their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign, following their historic Ghana Premier League title win.
Acknowledging the unique challenges of competing on the continental stage, Amadu believes that seasoned players will be essential for making a significant impact in the CAF Champions League. He aims to draw inspiration from clubs like Medeama and Dreams FC, who achieved notable success in African competitions.
In an interview with Akoma FM, Amadu stated, "While we are still celebrating, management will meet later to talk about strengthening the team with more seasoned players travelling to Africa, as the majority of our players are from lower divisions."
He continued, "We'll attempt to emulate Medeama and Dreams FC in Africa and see if we can accomplish their feats. If we don't succeed, that's okay, but I believe their actions should serve as inspiration for us to compete in Africa."
Expressing gratitude to the club's management for their support, Amadu reflected on their initial goal for the season, which was to improve upon their 10th-place finish from the previous season. "Not many at Samartex, including the fans, knew who I was," he revealed.
"The aim was to finish higher than last season, not to win the league. So, winning is a monumental achievement. It's a dream come true for me," Amadu added.
He extended special thanks to Ghana FA technical director Prof. Joseph Mintah for recommending him to Samartex and to the club’s General Manager Edmund Ackah for their unwavering faith in him.
Samartex is set to be crowned champions in their final home game of the season against Accra Lions.
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