Accra Lions have announced the appointment of James Francis to the First Team Coaching Staff with immediate effect.

The 39-year-old British technician had a successful spell as Head Coach of Division One League side Tudu Mighty Jets from February 2019 to December 2020.

Sporting Director Rainer Kraft said: “It’s great to have James with us. James is a young coach who has already demonstrated his ability to deliver a very competitive team within a very tough competition. His playing philosophy and general understanding of how Accra Lions should play football is very similar to mine. We are excited to welcome James to Accra Lions Football Club as another step forward in the consistent further development of our club.” He concluded.

Accra Lions are on top of Zone 2 League standings one point ahead of Tema Youth.