The pressure is mounting on Hearts of Oak head coach, Martin Koopman, as reports in the media suggest that he has been issued a three-match ultimatum to salvage his job. The Ghanaian giants have endured a challenging start to the season, managing just one win out of five matches and scoring a solitary goal, which came in their encounter against Nsoatreman FC during week three of the Ghana Premier League at the Accra Sports Stadium.
After a recent goalless draw against FC Samartex, Hearts of Oak finds themselves in an undesirable 17th position on the Ghana Premier League table, having accumulated only five points from their first five matches.
This underwhelming start to the season has left many fans concerned, with some calling for Martin Koopman’s removal as head coach. In response to the mounting discontent, the club’s management has reportedly granted Koopman a brief lifeline. He has been given the next three matches to reverse the club’s fortunes or face the possibility of being relieved of his duties.
The critical matches in question include contests against Bibiani Goldstars at the Dun’s Park, Medeama SC at the Accra Sports Stadium, and an outstanding fixture against Hearts of Lions at the Hohoe Sports Stadium.
Martin Koopman assumed the role of Hearts of Oak head coach at the start of the 2023/24 league season, following the dismissal of the interim coach. His future at the helm now hangs in the balance as he faces a pivotal period that will determine whether he can steer Hearts of Oak back on track and appease the restless fan base.
