Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has made it clear that he has no intention of stepping down from his role, despite recent setbacks, including a 2-1 defeat to Niger in their final Group F match.

Responding to mounting calls for his resignation, Addo remained defiant, stating that the pressure would not influence his decision to continue leading the national team.

He emphasised that his long journey in football, both as a player and a coach, has been built on resilience, and he is not one to walk away when faced with challenges.

While acknowledging the team’s struggles, Addo pointed to some positive performances, especially from players who had limited previous experience.

He also urged the media and fans to focus on supporting the players rather than criticising them.

He made it clear that the criticism and demands for his departure would not sway him, asserting his commitment to leading the national team forward.

“I’m not the person who can resign. If I had done this, I’d never have become a player or even a coach. If you know where I have come from as a person to arrive at this job, you won’t even ask about my resignation. People shouting and telling me to resign can’t affect me,” Addo noted.

“We started okay but conceded a goal from a set piece. We were aware because the last time we met, they scored from a corner. Surely, we have to defend these set pieces better. It seems everything is going against us. There are some positives, especially from players who hadn’t played before but did well today.”

“The media has the power to control the narratives of games, not only the results. You have the power to lift somebody,” he stated. “I really need you to leave the players alone because they gave us everything,” Addo said.