Hearts of Oak head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara, was involved in a heated exchange with the press following his side’s draw against Dreams FC over the weekend.
The Phobians played out a goalless draw with the Still Believes lads on matchday seven of the Ghana Premier League at the Tuba Astro Turf.
Ouattara’s remark followed a question on the team’s tactics, with the gaffer emphasizing his sole authority over the team’s decisions.
“I am the coach, and I’m the one to decide. I don’t need you to advise me on what I can or cannot do. The way you’re speaking suggests you have the right to dictate something,” he said.
“You’re a journalist. You ask your questions, and I give you my reply. Don’t expect me to give the response you want—I am the coach.”
“I am responsible for tomorrow’s match. If things don’t go well, I’m the one who signed the contract, not you. I don’t follow any commentary when making my decisions.”
The result means Hearts are unbeaten in their last five games but have picked up just two wins in that period. It also leaves Dreams FC winless after seven matches.
The Phobians host Bibiani GoldStars in their next game on Sunday, October 27.
