Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have intensified as head coach Otto Addo finalises a robust technical and backroom team for the Black Stars ahead of the global showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Otto Addo and his technical team gear up Ghana’s Black Stars for the 2026 World Cup
Head Coach
Otto Addo remains the head coach of the Black Stars, tasked with tactical leadership, squad management and overall team direction as Ghana targets a strong World Cup campaign.
Assistant Coaches
The Ghana Football Association has reinforced Otto Addo’s bench with experienced assistants, including Alain Ravera, a UEFA-licensed French coach known for his tactical discipline, and Kim Lars Björkegren, who also doubles as head coach of the Ghana Black Queens, bringing continuity and international experience.
Technical Analysis and Match Preparation
Spanish analyst José Daniel Martínez Alfonso has been appointed as assistant coach and video analyst, focusing on opposition scouting, match analysis and data-driven preparation to give the Black Stars a competitive edge.
Performance and Physical Conditioning
Dwayne Peasah Paa Kwesi serves as performance coach, responsible for player conditioning, recovery and peak fitness throughout the qualification and tournament phases.
Medical Team
The medical department is led by experienced physiotherapist Carlos Lozano Romero, who returns after previously working with the Black Stars at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, ensuring player health and injury prevention remain top priorities.
Goalkeeping and Specialist Support
Former Black Stars goalkeeper Fatawu Dauda continues to play a key role in goalkeepers’ training, while tactical analyst Desmond Ofei supports game strategy, opposition breakdown and set-piece preparation.
Technical Advisory and Psychology
Veteran German coach Winfried Anton Schäfer offers strategic oversight as technical advisor, with mental performance support provided by team psychologist Kris Perquy, focusing on player mindset and tournament pressure management.
This comprehensive technical structure reflects the Ghana Football Association’s commitment to giving Otto Addo the resources needed to compete at the highest level and restore Ghana’s reputation on the world stage.
