Sudan Assistant Coach Credits Kwesi Appiah for AFCON Qualification
Sudan’s assistant coach, Ignatius Osei-Fosu, has attributed the team’s successful qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the vast experience of their head coach, Kwesi Appiah. Sudan secured a spot in the tournament alongside Angola, while Ghana, surprisingly, finished last in their group with only three points. Speaking on Asempa FM’s SportsNite Show, Osei-Fosu expressed confidence in their qualification, emphasizing that Appiah’s leadership played a crucial role in their success. He stated that from the beginning of the campaign, he was certain Sudan would qualify ahead of Ghana because of Appiah’s knowledge and expertise.
Osei-Fosu further praised Appiah’s track record, particularly his role in leading Ghana to the 2014 FIFA World Cup. He highlighted Ghana’s historic 2-2 draw against Germany, a match that was widely regarded as one of the best games of the tournament. He also mentioned Ghana’s previous encounters with the USA, which were among the most exciting fixtures in World Cup history. According to Osei-Fosu, Appiah’s ability to manage teams at the highest level gave Sudan a competitive edge in the AFCON qualifiers. This advantage became evident when Sudan held Ghana to a goalless draw in the first leg before sealing their qualification with a 2-0 victory in the second leg.
Sudan’s impressive performance has sparked discussions about Ghana’s disappointing campaign and the impact of Appiah’s absence from their technical team. Many fans and analysts believe that his experience and tactical acumen could have made a difference in Ghana’s qualification bid. Meanwhile, Sudan’s success under his leadership demonstrates the importance of having a seasoned coach with a deep understanding of African football. With the AFCON tournament approaching, Sudan will be looking to build on this momentum and make a strong impression, while Ghana faces a period of reflection and possible restructuring to regain its competitive stature in African football.
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