Former Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah has shared his ideas on the timing and success of his teaching profession, reflecting on his historic achievements and future ambitions.
Appiah, who’s now the Technical Director at Asante Kotoko, made historical past as the primary coach from sub-Saharan Africa to guide a staff to the World Cup. His journey included worthwhile experiences as an assistant coach underneath notable figures like Claude Le Roy, Milovan Rajevac, and Goran Stevanović.
Appiah was appointed head coach of the Black Stars after the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and led Ghana to the semi-finals of the 2013 AFCON in South Africa. His tenure additionally noticed Ghana qualify for the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
In an interview with FIFA Media, Appiah emphasised the importance of timing in his profession.
“This career requires persistence and cautious consideration to even the smallest particulars,” he acknowledged. “And my alternative got here at simply the best time.”
Appiah expressed pleasure in his achievements and admiration for fellow African coaches. “I’m comfortable that I’m now not the one one to have performed this. Once I ponder the achievements of my colleague Aliou Cissé with Senegal, it makes me actually proud,” he mentioned.
Now teaching Sudan, Appiah is optimistic about future alternatives for African coaches. “Others will come after us and attain extra,” he believes. Appiah is set to guide Sudan to the following World Cup, expressing confidence in attaining this purpose. “I firmly imagine we are able to obtain this,” he asserted.