🇧🇪 George Boateng Appointed Head Coach of RAEC Mons

Belgian third-tier side RAEC Mons have appointed former Ghana assistant coach George Boateng as their new head coach, aiming to bring European and African football experience to the club.

Zig Diaries Sports
Date: Monday, 18 August 2025
Time: 17:45 WAT
Location: 📍 Mons, Belgium

The 49-year-old, a UEFA Pro License holder, has signed a three-year deal, replacing Emilio Ferrera as Mons seeks to climb the ranks of Belgian football.

Boateng, a former Netherlands international with Ghanaian roots, has built an extensive coaching resume across Europe. He previously served on the technical staff of Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Hull City, Nottingham Forest, and Coventry City, and was most recently part of Ghana’s Black Stars backroom team.

RAEC Mons described Boateng’s appointment as a step toward long-term growth, highlighting his tactical intelligence and wealth of experience as essential to achieving the club’s ambitions.

For Boateng, this marks his first permanent head coaching role after years of valuable stints as an assistant. Club officials expect his knowledge of European and African football to bring both innovation and balance to Mons’ setup.

Pre-season preparations are already underway, and Boateng will soon begin implementing his footballing philosophy as the club prepares for the upcoming campaign.

Fact-Check & Background
George Boateng enjoyed a successful playing career as a defensive midfielder, representing clubs in the Netherlands, England, and Italy. 

Transitioning into coaching, he has worked in multiple European clubs as part of technical teams and spent time with Ghana’s national team as an assistant. 

RAEC Mons, based in Wallonia, Belgium, have been rebuilding their squad and management structure in recent years, aiming to return to higher divisions of Belgian football.

Boateng’s appointment is seen as a key move in this strategic overhaul.

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