Samira Suleman Achieves Milestone in Coaching Journey with UEFA Football Management Certificate

Former Ghana Women’s national team star Samira Suleman has reached a significant milestone in her coaching journey by successfully obtaining her UEFA Football Management Certificate.

Former international striker Gana Jeon, who played for Iceland’s Vikingur Ólafsvik, has dedicated himself to developing his coaching education through the frozen environment of Icelandic football.

Suleman, who played for Hassakas Ladies, is currently coaching youth teams in Iceland, demonstrating her strong commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent.

Having excelled in management education, Suleman participated in the UEFA Football Management Certificate course and successfully completed it with excellent grades. Expressing her delight on social media, she said: “I am delighted to have completed the UEFA CFM. The UEFA Football Management Certificate is an outstanding program run by the UEFA Academy and the University of Lausanne / IDHEAP.”

She also revealed her passion for the sport, adding: “I’m really proud to have received my UEFA Football Management Certificate with distinction!”

During her illustrious career with the Black Queens, Samira Suleman has represented Ghana on several international stages, including the 2016 African Women’s Cup of Nations and the 2015 African Games.

Her club career spans Ghana, Sweden, Iceland and the United States, and includes playing for the Robert Morris Eagles.

In a heartwarming gesture, Ghanaian football icon Michael Essien, who recently obtained his UEFA Football Management Certificate, congratulated Suleman on social media.

The recognition of both players highlights their potential as future Ghana national team coaches.

As previously reported, Michael Essien has also received UEFA recognition, confirming his intention to expand his football knowledge after retirement. The former international player is preparing for a career in coaching, gaining valuable experience as an assistant coach at FC Nordseeland.

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• Samira Suleman
• UEFA Football Management Certificate
• Ghana Women’s national team
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