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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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Angry Ghanaian Fans Descend On Chris Hughton After Losing To Comoros
22 Nov

Angry Ghanaian Fans Descend On Chris Hughton After Losing To Comoros

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Ghanaian football-loving fans have taken to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter to vent their frustrations following Black Stars’ defeat to Comoros. Ghana in their second group of the 2026 World Cup qualifier suffered a 1-0 defeat against The Coelacanths at the Stade de Moroni on Tuesday. Having opened their campaign with a win, Chris Hughton and his boys were hoping to maintain their good start but Myziane Maolida’s first-half goal was enough as the home side recorded the three points. Earlier this month, the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) deliberated on the future of Chris Hughton…
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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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2026 WCQ : “We Have Huge Respect For Comoros” – Chris Hughton
21 Nov

2026 WCQ : “We Have Huge Respect For Comoros” – Chris Hughton

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Black Stars Head Coach, Chris Hughton says the results in the past against Comoros have zero significance on the game later today [November 21] at the OmniSports Stadium in Moroni in the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Hughton’s assertion comes on the back of the last meeting between the two countries where Ghana got kicked out from the 2021 AFCON held in Cameroon following a 3-2 defeat to Comoros in the final group. https://twitter.com/GhanaBlackstars/status/1726693133260632373?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1726693133260632373%7Ctwgr%5E2393c3a9d661af4243e631b66c29f6a87e9286ec%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fcitisportsonline.com%2F2023%2F11%2F21%2F2026-wcq-we-have-huge-respect-for-comoros-chris-hughton%2F In his pre-match press conference, Hughton reiterated the team’s desire to win the game against Comoros and further expressed the team’s readiness to clinch all three…
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Raphael Dwamena Was Set To Become Brighton’s First Ghanaian Player – Chris Hughton
17 Nov

Raphael Dwamena Was Set To Become Brighton’s First Ghanaian Player – Chris Hughton

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Former Brighton & Hove Albion manager, Chris Hughton, has paid tribute to the late Ghanaian striker, Raphael Dwamena, who tragically passed away in Albania last Saturday. Hughton, who currently manages the Black Stars, revealed that Brighton came close to signing Dwamena in 2017, and he was set to become the first Ghanaian player in the Premier League club. Hughton recalled the failed deal during his time with Brighton, stating, “Raphael Dwamena is always in the thoughts of everyone. I was the manager of Brighton when we tried to sign him, so I met him. We had gained promotion to the Premier League. He was set to be…
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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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There Were No Plans To Sack Chris Hughton – GFA Breaks Silence
14 Nov

There Were No Plans To Sack Chris Hughton – GFA Breaks Silence

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A spokesperson for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum has dismissed reports suggesting that, there were plans to sack Black Stars coach, Chris Hughton. The 64-year-old came under pressure following the team’s back-to-back defeats in the October international friendly games. Hughton’s unbeaten ended after Ghana lost 2-0 to Mexico before a 4-0 defeat against the USA team. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Madagascar and Comoros, the former Premier League manager’s future was left in doubt after multiple reports emerged that he would be sacked with George Boateng, who is the assistant coach set to be…
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Every Player Called Up For Black Stars Shows Full Commitment – Chris Hughton
11 Nov

Every Player Called Up For Black Stars Shows Full Commitment – Chris Hughton

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Ghana head coach, Chris Hughton has jumped to the defense of Black Stars players following allegations that some players are not committed to the national team. Speaking to BBC, the Irish-Ghanaian tactician said he has not seen any players who is not committed. He said the spirit in camp is always wonderful and players invited always want to do their best for the Black Stars. "I've seen nothing to say that they are not absolutely fully committed. The spirit that we see in camp is wonderful. "And I am incredibly confident that everybody that turns out for the Black Stars…
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The Most Important Thing Now Is The 2026 World Cup Qualifiers – Chris Hughton
10 Nov

The Most Important Thing Now Is The 2026 World Cup Qualifiers – Chris Hughton

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Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton says the team's priority at the moment is the two opening games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana will play Madagascar and Comoros in their first games of the qualifiers for the competition later this month before turning their attention to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Ghanaians are hungry for continental success after their last triumph came in 1982 and find the team alongside Egypt, Cape Verde and Mozambique in Group B for next year's tournament. However, the gaffer has asked that the main focus become the qualification campaign for the next…
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