The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the expiration of its contract with Nora Hauptle, the former Head Coach of the Senior National Female Football Team, the Black Queens who was confirmed as the Head Coach for Zambia’s Copper Queens on Saturday, Jan 4, 2025 by the Zambian Football Federation
Press Statement: Nora Hauptle Contract Expiry https://t.co/6oAqnqUWau
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The GFA expressed its heartfelt appreciation to Hauptle for her dedication and contributions to the Black Queens and the development of Ghana Women’s Football during her tenure.
According to the Ghana Football Association, throughout her two years with the team, Hauptle’s salary and accommodation were fully funded by the Association.
The GFA further added that, in anticipation of her contract ending on December 31, 2024, the football Association initiated renewal discussions with Hauptle in June 2024.
Despite presenting her with a significantly improved salary and working conditions, the two parties were unable to reach an agreement on the terms for renewal.
The GFA further assured fans that the appointment of a new head coach for the Black Queens will be announced soon.
Ghana’s Black Queens are scheduled to play a part at the upcoming Women’s African Cup of Nations to be played in Morocco in July 2025.
