Accra Hearts of Oak have parted company with head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani following what the club described as a “comprehensive technical review” of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.
The decision brings an end to Dramani’s tenure less than two years after he was appointed in June 2025 on a two-year contract, succeeding former manager Aboubakar Ouattara.
In an official statement, the club confirmed the departure of the technical team led by the coach, while expressing appreciation for their work during the campaign.
“Accra Hearts of Oak SC wishes to announce that, following a comprehensive technical review of the 2025/26 football season, the Board has decided to part ways with the Technical Team led by Coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani.
The club extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Dramani and his staff for their professionalism, commitment, and service. Under their guidance, Hearts of Oak secured a third-place finish in the just-ended season, and we acknowledge the discipline and effort they brought to the technical setup”
The club added that further updates regarding the next phase of technical direction would be communicated in due course.
“As part of this transition, the team and players are currently in recess. The Board will, in due course, communicate the technical direction of the club as we continue to align our football philosophy with the long-term ambitions and identity of Accra Hearts of Oak SC.”
Dramani leaves after guiding Hearts of Oak to a third-place finish in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League, where they accumulated 54 points from 34 matches.
While the Phobians were praised for their defensive organisation, the season was defined by criticism over a lack of attacking fluency and an unusually high number of draws.
Hearts of Oak conceded just 15 goals across the entire campaign, the lowest in the league, underlining Dramani’s emphasis on structure and defensive discipline. However, the team scored only 25 goals, averaging 0.73 per match, a factor that contributed to 15 drawn games.
That combination ultimately proved costly in the title race, despite a strong late-season finish that included a 4-2 victory over champions Medeama SC on the final day.
Dramani had taken charge with expectations of restoring Hearts of Oak to domestic dominance, and while he improved defensive stability, questions remained over the team’s attacking output throughout the season.
His departure now leaves Hearts of Oak searching for a new head coach as the club looks to realign its playing philosophy with what the board describes as its long-term ambitions and identity.
