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I’m Not Under Pressure To Do Better Than The Last AFCON – Chris Hughton
13 Oct

I’m Not Under Pressure To Do Better Than The Last AFCON – Chris Hughton

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Head coach of the Black Stars Chris Hughton says he is not under any pressure to ensure the team better their record from the last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana suffered its worst performance on the continental stage during the AFCON 2021 which was played in Cameroon. Then under Milovan Rajevac, the Black Stars failed to advance from the group stage. They lost their opening game to Morocco before picking up a draw against Gabon. The team also suffered defeat to Comoros, ending their campaign in Cameroon. Fast forward to 2023, Ghana will look to challenge for the trophy…
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Mohammed Kudus, Jerome Opoku Join Black Stars Camp In Charlotte
12 Oct

Mohammed Kudus, Jerome Opoku Join Black Stars Camp In Charlotte

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Mohammed Kudus has joined the Black Stars camp in Charlotte for the test matches against Mexico and the United States of America. The West Ham United man who reported Wednesday morning trained with the rest of the squad in the evening ahead of the two matches Also joining the team is Turkey based Jerome Opoku who plays for Süper Lig side İstanbul Başakşehir. The arrival of the two players brings the number to 21 – as Ghana prepare to take on 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup Champions Mexico at the Bank of America stadium in Charlotte – North Carolina on Saturday,…
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Black Stars: Tariq Lamptey, Osman Bukari And Two Others Ruled Out Of Mexico, USA friendlies
11 Oct

Black Stars: Tariq Lamptey, Osman Bukari And Two Others Ruled Out Of Mexico, USA friendlies

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Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton will be without the services of four players for the friendly games against Mexico and the United States of America during the October international break. Tariq Lamptey, Daniel Amartey, Alexander Djiku and Osman Bukari are the players who have pulled out of the fixtures due to respective injuries from the last game before the international break. Lamptey was left out of Brighton and Hove Albion's squad for their 2-2 game against Liverpool in the Premier League. Amartey was involved in Besiktas win over Istanbulspor in the Turkish top flight. Bukari and Djiku also featured…
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Black Stars Set To Begin Camping For USA, Mexico Matches
10 Oct

Black Stars Set To Begin Camping For USA, Mexico Matches

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Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars, are set to begin camping for their upcoming friendly matches against the United States of America and Mexico. The Black Stars have a date with Mexico on Saturday, October 14 and another game against the USA on October 17 in the States. Ahead of the matches coach Chris Hughton named a 23-man squad to represent the country for the matches. The players who were engaged in action for their clubs in Europe are expected to fly to the team’s camp in the USA to begin preparations for the match. Medeama SC left-back Abdul Fatawu Hamidu is…
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With Lots Of Hard Work, It’s Possible For Ghana To Win The World – Gelson Fernandes
06 Oct

With Lots Of Hard Work, It’s Possible For Ghana To Win The World – Gelson Fernandes

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FIFA Director of Member Associations for Africa, Gelson Fernandes has shared that it is possible for Ghana to win the World Cup. According to the former Udinese and Manchester City midfielder, this can only be possible if all football stakeholders come to together to work towards that dream. In an interview with the media team of the GFA, he said it would require hard work for the Black Stars to lift the World Cup. "Having spoken to some of my mates like Kwadwo Asamoah, Agyemang Badu, Sulley Muntari, Stephen Appiah, and co., they all believe that Ghana has the potential…
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Andre Ayew, Baba Rahman Dropped As Chris Hughton Names Black Stars Squad For Mexico, USA Friendlies
04 Oct

Andre Ayew, Baba Rahman Dropped As Chris Hughton Names Black Stars Squad For Mexico, USA Friendlies

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Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton has called up 23 players for this month’s international friendly matches against Mexico and the United States of America. Brighton and Hove Albion right-back Tariq Lamptey makes a return to the squad after being out injured during the last international break. The player made his injury return just before the September break and has seen minutes for Roberto De Zerbi's side since. Hughton also hands a call to Thomas Partey who also missed the last international break due to a muscle injury. The Arsenal man missed games against Central African Republic and Liberia. He…
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Chris Hughton Names Ghana’s Squad For Mexico, USA Friendly Matches
04 Oct

Chris Hughton Names Ghana’s Squad For Mexico, USA Friendly Matches

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Twenty-three players have been called up by Chris Hughton for this month’s International friendly matches against Mexico and the United States of America. Brighton and Hive Albion defender Tariq Lamptey has made a return to the squad following his brilliant start to the season in England. Lamptey had a challenging season last year, and due to injuries, he had to stay on the sidelines for close to six-months. Also in the squad is Deputy captain Thomas Teye Partey who missed the qualifier against Central African Republic due to injury. Ghana will take on Mexico at the Bank of America stadium…
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September FIFA World Rankings: Black Stars Remain 60th Globally, 11th In Africa
21 Sep

September FIFA World Rankings: Black Stars Remain 60th Globally, 11th In Africa

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The position of Ghana’s Black Stars in the latest FIFA World Rankings remains unchanged both globally and in Africa. The Black Stars maintain their 60th place globally and 11th in Africa – these are the same positions the four-time African champions held in the July rankings. The September rankings were released on Thursday, September 21, 2023, by the world football governing body. Ghana played two matches during the September international break: the final 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier and an international friendly match. Chris Hughton’s men came from a goal down to beat the Central African Republic 2-1…
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Osman Bukari Scores On UCL Debut Against Manchester City
20 Sep

Osman Bukari Scores On UCL Debut Against Manchester City

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Red Star Belgrade winger Osman Bukari was on target for his team in a captivating UEFA Champions League fixture at the Etihad on Tuesday night. The 24-year-old Ghana forward stood out for his team despite being defeated in their opening fixture as the defending champions secured a come-from-behind win. Bukari scored a timely goal on the eve of halftime to break the deadlock in the game and give his team a surprise lead against Manchester City. His goal was however cancelled immediately after the break thanks to a brilliant finish from Argentinean striker Julian Alvarez who later added another goal…
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Why Inaki Williams Is Not Scoring Goals For Black Stars – Augustine Ahinful
19 Sep

Why Inaki Williams Is Not Scoring Goals For Black Stars – Augustine Ahinful

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Former Ghana striker, Augustine Ahinful, has advised the technical team of the Black Stars to reconsider the role of Inaki Williams in order to get the best out of him. After playing nine times for the Black Stars, the Atletico Bilbao striker is yet to find the back of the net for the senior national since his nationality switch to the West African country last year June despite his exploit in La Liga. This has led to questions about his suitability as Ghana’s primary striker, especially given the other striking options available to Coach Chris Hughton. However, over the weekend, Williams…
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