Interim Black Stars head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has played down suggestions that he is targeting the job permanently, insisting his immediate priority is to help Ghana win matches and revive their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.

The Swedish trainer addressed questions about his future after guiding Ghana to a 2-0 victory over Somalia at the Essipong Sports Stadium on Thursday, November 12, securing the team’s first points in Group C.

Asked whether he would welcome the chance to lead the Black Stars beyond his temporary assignment, Björkegren declined to look too far ahead, stressing that supporting the players remains his main responsibility.

“It’s not a question for me; I’m going to do my best when I’m here,” he said. “My job is to be here to support Ghana, to be there for the boys, and do my absolute best to win every game.”

The coach also expressed confidence that Ghana can recover from their difficult start and qualify for the continental tournament.

Björkegren took temporary charge following the departure of Carlos Queiroz, whose tenure ended after consecutive qualifying defeats against Ivory Coast and The Gambia. Those results left the four-time African champions under pressure heading into November’s double-header against Somalia.

Jonas Adjetey and Felix Afena-Gyan scored in Thursday’s victory, handing Björkegren a winning start and boosting Ghana’s qualification hopes.

The Swede, who also coaches the Black Queens, is working with assistants Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram, while Fatawu Dauda serves as goalkeepers’ coach during the interim assignment.

Despite the encouraging result, Björkegren believes the Black Stars must improve their speed of play and finishing as they seek greater consistency.

Ghana face Somalia again on Monday, November 16, with another victory the immediate target. For Björkegren, that assignment takes precedence over any discussion of whether his temporary appointment could become a longer-term role with the national team.