Following the recent dismissal of Black Stars coach Chris Hughton, passionate football enthusiasts in Ghana are fervently advocating for the appointment of Herve Renard as the new head coach of the national team. Renard, renowned for his remarkable achievements, holds the distinction of being the only coach to clinch the African Cup of Nations (Afcon) title twice with two different countries—Zambia in 2012 and Cote D’Ivoire in 2015.
Notably, Renard showcased his coaching prowess at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar by guiding Saudi Arabia to a sensational 2-1 victory over eventual champions Argentina. Currently at the helm of the France Women’s national football team, Renard boasts an impressive international coaching pedigree.
In the aftermath of Chris Hughton’s departure, a groundswell of support has emerged among Ghanaian fans, with many voicing their desire to see Herve Renard take the reins of the Black Stars. A sentiment echoed across social media platforms emphasizes Renard as the ideal successor to address the coaching vacuum left by Hughton’s dismissal.
Ghana, now on the verge of appointing its seventh coach in six years, seeks a fresh start after the disappointing performance of the Black Stars in the 2023 African Cup of Nations held in Cote D’Ivoire. The team’s early exit from the group stage has intensified the call for a proven and accomplished tactician like Herve Renard to lead the national squad into a new era.