Sports journalist Mohammed Amin Lamptey has adopted a wait-and-see stance on the appointment of Carlos Queiroz, arguing that the Portuguese coach’s tenure as Black Stars head coach will ultimately be judged on the pitch.
Speaking on ABC In The Morning, Lamptey argued that the focus of Ghana’s coaching decisions should go beyond experience and instead prioritize modern football demands and technical energy capable of connecting with players.
“it’s not about the experience that he has gathered, it’s about modernity,” he said.
He further stressed the need for a coach with the right physical and mental attributes to manage the Black Stars effectively.
“it’s about making sure we have a leader whom has the strength, who has the energy, who has a very strong mind set, who can easily communicate with the players,” he added.
Lamptey also described the current situation of the national team as a “very important crisis,” suggesting that “we should have looked for a stop gap trainer.”
He further proposed former Black Stars coach Kwesi Appiah as a more suitable option, arguing that his understanding of the team and Ghana’s football environment gives him an edge.
“A Ghanaian trainer who understands the boys… And I suggested Coach Kwesi Appiah,” he said.
Lamptey praised Appiah’s achievements and experience within the national setup, insisting his pedigree makes him highly qualified for such a role.
“The level that he has attained today is incomparable,” he stated. “He’s someone who understands the Black stars, former Captain of the Black stars and knows the terrain.”
Despite his reservations about Queiroz’s appointment, Lamptey admitted he was reluctant to offer outright criticism of the decision.
“the selection of Coach Carlos Queiroz cannot be critically analysed,” he said. “Why must he be given the job, I can’t say anything” but added, “The sweetness of the pudding is in the eating.”
