The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has revealed that Black Starlets coach, Laryea Kingston misconducted himself while stepping down as head coach of the team.
Kingston announced to the media he had quit his role moments after the team’s 2-1 defeat to Burkina Faso at the ongoing WAFU B U-17 championship.
The decision surprised many, who wondered what might have triggered the resignation of the former Black Stars player.
On Sunday, the GFA released a statement accusing the 43-year old of foul language, and other forms of misconduct.
See the full statement below
The Ghana Football Association has taken note of the decision of the Head Coach of the National U17 Team, the Black Starlets, Laryea Kingston, to leave the team following his behaviour after the WAFU ZONE B U17 qualifier Semifinal match against Burkina Faso on 25th May 2024.
Laryea Kingston's decision has been supported by his subsequent actions.
Coach Kingston announced to the players and the coaching staff that he has resigned whilst using inappropriate language.
He subsequently said same in his post-match Press Conference.
Coach Kingston also got off the Team Bus whilst the team was on its way to the Team Hotel.
He failed to attend the Team’s evening meeting with the Management Committee and has since not reported at the Team Hotel.
For the 3rd place play off match between Ghana and Nigeria scheduled for Tuesday , 28th May, 2024 , the current Assistant Coaches will take charge with support and from the Technical Director of the GFA.
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