Ghanaian _Ghanaian Football Coaches Involved in Car Accident, Expected to Recover for Upcoming Matches

Three Ghanaian football coaches, including former Premier League defender John Paintsil, are recovering after a car accident while returning from a scouting trip. The coaches, also including head coach Otto Addo and goalkeeping coach Fatawu Dauda, swerved to avoid a collision with a pick-up truck that suddenly veered into their lane.

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Fortunately, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) reports that all three coaches are in stable condition and will undergo further medical checks upon their return to Accra. The GFA is hopeful that they will recover in time to lead the national team in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and Niger.

John Paintsil, 43, had a notable Premier League career with West Ham and Leicester City between 2006 and 2012. Otto Addo, 49, currently serves as head coach of the Black Stars and has previously worked as an assistant coach at Borussia Dortmund.

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The coaches were on an official assignment, observing the Champion of Champions match between FC Samartex 1996 and Nsoatreman FC, when the accident occurred. The GFA is relieved that the coaches are recovering well and is optimistic about their return to duty for the upcoming matches.