Ghana head coach Charles Akonnor has demanded for more belief in his abilities from Ghanaians as the country aims to win a fifth Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) title next year in Cameroon.
So far, all four titles have been won by Ghanaian coaches with Charles Kumi Gyamfi winning it three times (1963, 1965 and 1982) whilst Fred Osman Doudu won it once in 1978.
There has been intense pressure on Akonnor to lead Ghana to end its 39-year wait for a major trophy.
However, Akonnor is asking fans to get behind the team and trust that another local coach can win the Afcon for Ghana.
“I want to achieve this but we all need to believe. It's only local coaches who have won the AFCON", Akonnor revealed in a press conference with the media.
"I am confident it will happen with a local coach. Ghanaians must start believing us".
The Black Stars were drawn in Group C of next year’s tournament alongside one time champions Morocco, debutants Comoros and 2017 hosts Gabon.
Akonnor admitted the North African giants will be the strongest team in the group.
“Our group is very hard and I am very happy the Ghana FA arranged that friendly against Morocco.
“If we have the chance of meeting Morocco again things will be different. They are the strongest among our group,” he added.
The Black Stars were knocked out on penalties in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations by Tunisia and will hope for a better performance this time.
Latest Stories
-
BoG acted within labour law terminating employment of some persons – Austin Gamey
17 minutes -
‘Work to make NPP attractive’ – Former Constituency Chairman charges
24 minutes -
NPP no longer upholds its tradition of firm leadership – Patrick Boamah observes
27 minutes -
Initially, I didn’t want to show my face, but I do now – Arathejay
35 minutes -
Today’s Front pages: Tuesday, June 24, 2025
38 minutes -
GTBank Ghana changes corporate logo
1 hour -
Patrick Boamah appeals to Kufuor and Akufo-Addo to rein in NPP leadership
2 hours -
Deputy Trade Minister reaffirms gov’t’s commitment to local textile, garment industry growth
2 hours -
Trump says Iran-Israel ceasefire now in effect
2 hours -
Ghanaians made their choice with clarity in 2024 – Okaikwei Central MP
2 hours -
Ex-President Kufuor alarmed by NPP’s internal turmoil – Patrick Boamah claims
2 hours -
Gov’t to make disability inclusion legal obligation – Deputy Education Minister
2 hours -
Mahama appoints renowned Turkish-trained humanitarian as Ghana’s ambassador to Turkey
2 hours -
Spektra Global puts sustainability and safety first in new GIA headquarters
2 hours -
76 officers pass-out from GAFCSC Junior Staff Course
2 hours