I am focused on winning games, restoring confidence at Black Stars, says interim coach Kim Lars Björkegren

Interim Black Stars coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his priority is to win matches and rebuild confidence within the squad rather than focus on securing the permanent coaching position.

The Swedish tactician made the remarks after guiding Ghana to a 2-0 victory over Somalia in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounter at the Essipong Sports Stadium on Thursday.

Björkegren was asked about the possibility of taking charge of the four-time African champions on a permanent basis but insisted his immediate focus was on supporting the players and delivering positive results.

"I have to do my best when I'm here. My job is to support Ghana, be there for the boys and do my absolute best to win every game and help the boys back in this group," Björkegren said.

"I'm doing my job now, and we will see what happens after this," he added.

The Swedish coach was appointed on an interim basis following the resignation of Carlos Queiroz after Ghana's disappointing start to the 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign.

The Black Stars had suffered consecutive defeats in their opening Group C matches against Ivory Coast and Gambia before Thursday's victory ended their poor run.

The result moves Ghana to third place in the group with three points, although they remain on a goal difference of minus two.

Björkegren's side will face Somalia again on Monday, 16 November, at the Essipong Sports Stadium in the return fixture, with another victory crucial to improving their chances of qualification.

Ghana are hoping to return to the continental showpiece after missing out on the 2025 edition in Morocco.

The 2027 AFCON tournament will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.