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Former Germany International Gerald Asamoah Calls For More Time For Chris Hughton
27 Nov

Former Germany International Gerald Asamoah Calls For More Time For Chris Hughton

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Ghanaian-born ex-Germany international Gerald Asamoah has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to stick a bit longer with Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton. In the aftermath of Ghana's 1-0 defeat to Comoros in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, questions and concerns have emerged regarding Hughton's tenure as the team's coach. The loss was the Irish manager's first in six competitive games. Hughton had been under pressure prior to the start of the qualifiers after the Black Stars had lost to Mexico and the USA in October and was tipped to be relieved of his role. However, that…
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2026 CAF WCQ : Abukari Damba Questions Players’ Intrinsic Motivation Under Hughton
22 Nov

2026 CAF WCQ : Abukari Damba Questions Players’ Intrinsic Motivation Under Hughton

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Former Black Stars Player, Abukari Damba, has questioned the players’ intrinsic motivation under Chris Hughton following another lackluster display against Comoros in the second group I game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Myziane Maolida’s solitary strike condemned the Black Stars to a second defeat against Comoros in a competitive fixture. https://twitter.com/GhanaBlackstars/status/1727023682407800899?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1727023682407800899%7Ctwgr%5Ea527c5c6e57bafe8335cceef84d2ddd9c940d4ed%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcitisportsonline.com%2F2023%2F11%2F22%2F2026-caf-wcq-abukari-damba-questions-players-intrinsic-motivation-under-hughton%2F The Black Stars occupy fourth on the group standings with 3 points, behind Madagascar, Mali & Comoros heading into the next set of qualifiers in June 2024. Damba who spoke to Citi Sports in an exclusive interview, pinned the latest defeat in the World Cup qualifiers to some…
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World Cup 2026Q: We Conceded A Poor Goal Against Comoros – Hughton
22 Nov

World Cup 2026Q: We Conceded A Poor Goal Against Comoros – Hughton

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Ghana boss Chris Hughton has criticised his team’s defending for the goal conceded in the defeat to Comoros on Tuesday. The Black Stars succumbed to a 1-0 defeat on matchday two of the 2026 World Cup African qualifiers in Moroni, failing to take advantage of Mali’s slip to go top of Group I. Ghana’s defending in the 43rd minute was questioned after Myziane Maolida went on a solo after receiving the ball from the midfield before going on to score. Speaking in his post-match, Hughton expressed his displeasure at the goal the team conceded. “I thought Ghana we were the…
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World Cup 2026Q: Chris Hughton Blames Missed Chances For Black Stars Defeat To Comoros
22 Nov

World Cup 2026Q: Chris Hughton Blames Missed Chances For Black Stars Defeat To Comoros

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Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton says lack of sharpness in front of goal was behind the team’s defeat Comoros. Ghana suffered defeat on matchday two of the 2026 World Cup African qualifiers in Moroni on Tuesday, November 21. According to the Irish manager, the Blacks were the better team for a large extent on the day but couldn’t take the chances that came their way in the game. “Congratulations to Comoros for the victory. In my opinion over the 90 minutes, we were the better team. I thought Ghana we were the better team,” Hughton said after the game.…
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World Cup 2026Q: Black Stars Fail To Shine As They Fall To Defeat Against Comoros
21 Nov

World Cup 2026Q: Black Stars Fail To Shine As They Fall To Defeat Against Comoros

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The Black Stars of Ghana suffered a shocking defeat against Comoros on matchday two of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday, November 21. The Coelacanths claimed all three points at home to go top of Group I having already beaten Central African Republic in their first game. Antoine Semenyo should have given Ghana the lead in the opening six minutes of the game but the Bournemouth forward's effort went into the side net. Jordan Ayew also came close to putting Ghana in front but his header from six yards out went just wide of the Comoros post. Myziane…
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2026 WCQ: Comoros v Ghana Preview
21 Nov

2026 WCQ: Comoros v Ghana Preview

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The Black Stars of Ghana will take on Comoros at the Stade de Moroni in their second Group I game of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Both teams will be hoping to make it two wins from two in World Cup qualifying when Comoros host Ghana on Tuesday. Comoros defeated Central African Republic 4-2 on Friday, while Ghana beat Madagascar 1-0 at the Baba Yara Stadium on Friday. After seeing their fellow East African islanders push Ghana hard in the opening round of fixtures, Comoros will retain genuine belief of causing a major upset against the Black Stars on Tuesday afternoon. Having only become a FIFA member…
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Qualification To 2026 World Cup Must Be Black Stars Priority – Dr. Randy Abbey
20 Nov

Qualification To 2026 World Cup Must Be Black Stars Priority – Dr. Randy Abbey

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Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Dr Randy Abbey says Black Stars must prioritise qualifying for the 2026 World Cup which is slated to be hosted in USA, Canada and Mexico. Ghana over the weekend kicked off their qualifiers for the Mundial with a 1-0 win against Madagascar in their Group I opener at the Baba Yara Stadium. Athletic Bilbao striker, Inaki Williams powerfully headed home a cross from Gideon Mensah in the 95th minute. After the win, Dr Randy Abbey said they aim to finish as group winners and qualify for the global showpiece. “If we…
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Black Stars Begin 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Madagascar Today In Kumasi
17 Nov

Black Stars Begin 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Madagascar Today In Kumasi

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A month after the disastrous performances against Mexico and the United States of America, the Black Stars have an opportunity to win the hearts of Ghanaians again. Ghana commence the qualifying series for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday, November 17, against Madagascar. The game at the Baba Yara Stadium is also an opportunity for Chris Hughton to put behind him a dreadful month which has seen his future come into question. It will be the third meeting in the last year between the two teams after they met during the qualifiers for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.…
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World Cup 2026Q: I Know The Importance Of Madagascar And Comoros Games – Chris Hughton
16 Nov

World Cup 2026Q: I Know The Importance Of Madagascar And Comoros Games – Chris Hughton

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Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton has reiterated the need for Ghana to begin the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on a high on Friday. According to the gaffer, the two opening games of the qualifying series are the most important things for the players and technical staff before any other assignment. Ghana face Madagascar in their first game of the qualifiers at the Baba Yara Stadium on Friday, November 17, hoping to claim all three points before playing Comoros four day later. Hughton has been addressing the press ahead of the clash. "I am very aware of how important…
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2025 WCQ: GFA Reveals Why Black Stars Is Training Behind Closed Doors Ahead Of Madagascar And Comoros Games
16 Nov

2025 WCQ: GFA Reveals Why Black Stars Is Training Behind Closed Doors Ahead Of Madagascar And Comoros Games

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A spokesperson for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum has explained the reason why the Black Stars is holding their training session behind closed doors. The FA ahead of the team’s first two games of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers confirmed that the team will hold their training session behind closed doors. The decision has prevented Ghanaian football fans from going to the stadium. But Asante Twum said the decision was inspired by the technical team who demanded to have their peace of mind to execute their tactics ahead of their clash. “The fans watching training doesn’t affect…
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