Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has advised Black Stars head coach Otto Addo to remain assertive in his decision-making to enhance the team’s performance.

Addo, recently reappointed as the substantive coach for the Black Stars, has already made a positive impact, securing back-to-back wins in the World Cup qualifiers. Agyemang-Badu, who played for Udinese, expressed his support for Addo’s approach and decisions.

The 33-year-old midfielder praised the team’s recent performances against Mali and the Central African Republic, noting that these games provided a strong foundation for further development. Addo’s decision to exclude captain Andre Ayew in those matches was a notable move that received widespread praise.

“He’s bringing in new good guys. There are a lot of lapses in the team. That one, we can’t run away from that. He’s well experienced,” Agyemang-Badu told Joy Sports. “This is the second coming. He knows where he needs to beef up. We will support him. I mean, I’m a fan of him. Let me tell you that for a fact. I think he will build a good team for us.”

Agyemang-Badu emphasized the importance of Addo remaining firm in his decisions, saying, “He should be very tough like how he is as usual. Take decisions that he thinks will help him and help the team. That’s the most important thing.”

The Black Stars are gearing up for their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers in September, with fans and pundits eagerly anticipating how Addo’s strategies will unfold.