Hearts of Oak has taken a historic move by naming Mercy Tagoe as the head coach of their female club, Oaks FC.
This crucial appointment demonstrates the club’s commitment to the growth and development of women’s football in Ghana.
Coach Tagoe’s strong track record and dedication to the sport make her a highly awaited leader for Oaks FC as they strive to reach new heights this season.
Notably, Mercy Tagoe previously took over as coach of the Black Queens during the 2018 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations, becoming the first female coach to head the national team.
She built her name as a referee before moving into coaching, beginning her career in 1995. Mercy Tagoe made history when she became the first Ghanaian female referee to officiate in the FIFA Women’s World Cup in China in 2007.
Mercy Tagoe’s selection as the head coach of Oaks FC, with her plethora of experience and successes in both coaching and officiating, bodes well for the future of women’s football in Ghana.
