Grant has been coaching internationally for years and is currently leading the Zambian national team. He recently took them to the AFCON in the Ivory Coast, where they were knocked out in the group stage. Grant expressed his admiration for the quality of the pitches at the tournament. He believes that improving pitch conditions across Africa can help players enhance their performance.
In addition to the pitches, Grant also emphasized the need for improvement in other areas. He highlighted the importance of developing technical teams and coaching education on the continent. Grant stressed the need to enhance the backroom staff, including analysis, medical, and scouting departments, to help players reach their full potential. He also emphasized the importance of education for coaches in the main leagues and youth teams.
Grant believes that enhancing these three areas can lead to significant improvement in African football.