Money won't influence my decision to return as Black Stars coach – Kwesi Appiah

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has dismissed claims that money would influence his decision to return as head coach of Ghana’s Black Stars if the opportunity arises.

The former Black Stars coach recently made headlines after guiding Sudan to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This success came at the expense of Ghana, four-time African champions, who have now failed to qualify for the tournament for two consecutive decades.

Despite speculation about a potentially lucrative offer, Appiah, speaking on the BKB show, has made it clear that financial incentives, even as high as $1 million per week, would not sway his decision.

Is it the $1 million that will be given to me every week? What will that do? At my age, I don’t value money; I do things from my heart.

Appiah highlighted that his primary focus is on his current role with Sudan, where he has achieved remarkable results despite the significant challenges the country faces. He reiterated that his passion for football and a desire to achieve success—not monetary gain—would guide his future decisions.

I do not need to worry myself with anything

Notably, Kwesi Appiah was the first Ghanaian coach to lead the Black Stars to a FIFA World Cup, achieving this feat in 2014.

Black Stars' decline and the way forward

Following the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 AFCON, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has outlined plans to engage all key stakeholders in football to find lasting solutions to the team’s ongoing struggles.

The Black Stars' technical team, led by Otto Addo, is also focused on building a formidable squad ahead of the World Cup qualifiers. With Ghanaian football fans desperate to see their nation compete on the world stage again, these efforts are seen as crucial to restoring the Black Stars' glory.

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