Kwesi Appiah has been nominated for the prestigious CAF Awards 2024 Coach of the Year.
The former Ghana international earned this recognition for his remarkable work as head coach of the Sudan national team, which he took over last year amid the country’s challenging circumstances.
Since assuming the role, Appiah has led Sudan in 12 matches, achieving 7 wins, 4 draws, and only 1 loss.
Under his leadership, the Falcons of Jediane are on the brink of qualifying for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a crucial 2-0 victory over Ghana in Libya, after a goalless draw in the first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Sudan is second in Group F with seven points, trailing Angola by three points. With two matches remaining, they are just one draw away from securing their spot in the AFCON.
Additionally, the team is leading their 2026 World Cup qualifying Group B, with ten points, two points ahead of Senegal after four games.
Appiah, a former coach of the Ghana national team, will be competing for the Coach of the Year title against notable names such as Emerse Fae, Hugo Broos, Pedro Gonçalves, and Jose Gomes, among others.
The CAF Awards ceremony is set to take place in mid-December in Morocco.
