Kim Lars’ reported Black Stars appointment sparks controversy

Coach Kim Lars Björkegren has become a major topic of discussion on social media following reports that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is considering him for the interim head coach role of the Black Stars.

Local media reports indicate that the Swedish tactician could be tasked with leading Ghana in their crucial November double-header against Somalia, with Black Stars assistant coach Godwin Attram and Ibrahim Tanko expected to assist him.

The reported move comes at a critical moment for Ghana, who have suffered consecutive defeats in their opening Group C matches and are desperate to get their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualification campaign back on track.

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However, some fans and social media users have opposed the reported decision, citing the fact that Kim Lars currently coaches the Black Queens.

They further argued that, with the Black Queens facing crucial matches that could determine their chances of qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, it would be unwise for him to take on both roles simultaneously. They also expressed concern that his departure could disrupt the team’s preparations.

Despite these concerns, other fans and personalities have backed the reported move, arguing that Kim Lars is competent enough to lead the Black Stars during this challenging period.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has yet to officially announce a decision, as the nation awaits the appointment of a successor to Carlos Queiroz.

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@OtiAdjei Most sensible decision in my opinion
— Eddy Eddy (@Eddy_yn) October 15, 2026

@ghonetv Oh God I don’t even know what to say anymore. So they really set up a whole committee just to arrive at this conclusion? Why are these leaders so dumb and useless
— I . M (@INOCENTMONI07) October 16, 2026

@SannieDaara Everything shows we don't value female national team. If we did, we wouldn't appoint a coach that has a playoff in November to lead the black stars that also has 2 games in that same November
— Isaac Kwame Koomson (@ikekoomson) October 15, 2026

@ghonetv Ghanaians talk too much so Kurt brought in some they can’t pronounce the name to save the noise 😂👏I think he’s done well with the women’s team he can do better 😅
— Fameye’s Lawyer (@KingGomez100) October 16, 2026

@OtiAdjei Joke of a country. He’s not even better than Tanko when it comes to men’s national teams
— kobby Yankey (@Kay_fret) October 15, 2026

@ghonetv Good one. He makes the girls play good attacking football so hoping it’ll be better with the ladies
— @Jokine_19 (@jokine_19) October 15, 2026

@SannieDaara Herrrr chale so who gave this useless people the chance to be leading the FA? They don’t have any plan just so useless. Instead of finding a coach to build the team they just want to find a way to qualify for afcon and go and disgrace us. We’re so cooked bruh🤦🏽‍♂️
— I . M (@INOCENTMONI07) October 16, 2026