The Ghana Football Association has appointed former Ghana international Godwin Attram as an assistant coach of the Black Stars. This move is part of efforts to strengthen the national team’s technical setup ahead of a busy international schedule. Attram replaces Desmond Ofei, who will now focus fully on his role as head coach of Ghana’s U23 side, the Black Meteors. The changes form part of the GFA’s ongoing restructuring of Ghana’s national team technical structures.
Attram brings a wealth of playing and coaching experience to Carlos Queiroz’s technical team. The former midfielder enjoyed a distinguished playing career, featuring for clubs in Europe including PSV Eindhoven and Silkeborg IF. Known for his attacking qualities during his playing days, Attram also represented Ghana at international level, giving him first-hand experience of the demands and expectations that come with playing for the Black Stars.
Following his retirement from professional football, Attram turned his attention to coaching and player development. He previously served as head coach of Great Olympics and has also been involved in Ghana’s national youth teams. His experience working with young players is expected to complement the existing technical structure and provide additional support to Queiroz as the Portuguese coach begins another important phase with the Black Stars.
Ghana will open their 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign away to neighbours Ivory Coast on September 24 before hosting The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on September 29. The qualifiers will provide the first major test of the Black Stars’ preparations following their participation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. These upcoming matches will be crucial in assessing the team's progress and readiness for future competitions.
Meanwhile, Ofei’s departure from the senior technical team will allow him to concentrate exclusively on the Black Meteors and their preparations for the next Olympic Games qualification campaign. Ofei previously worked with the Black Satellites before taking charge of the U23 side, while also serving as an assistant to the Black Stars. This change is expected to create greater clarity across Ghana’s national teams.
The GFA believes the latest changes will create greater clarity across Ghana’s national teams and allow the respective coaching teams to focus on their specific responsibilities. Attram’s appointment therefore adds experience to Queiroz’s backroom staff as the Black Stars begin preparations for a crucial AFCON qualifying campaign and the international assignments ahead. This move is anticipated to have a positive impact on the team's performance.
With Attram on board, the Black Stars are set to face a busy international schedule, including the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and other major international assignments. The team’s technical setup has been strengthened, and the coaching staff is expected to work together to achieve success in these upcoming competitions. The appointment of Attram is a significant development in the team's preparations.
Key points
- Godwin Attram appointed as assistant coach of Black Stars
- Attram replaces Desmond Ofei, who will focus on Ghana's U23 side
- Black Stars to face Ivory Coast and The Gambia in 2027 AFCON qualifiers
