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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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

19 Oct

Black Stars Must Develop More Before 2023 AFCON – Coach Chris Hughton

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Chris Hughton has emphasised the need to enhance the Black Stars' performance and develop the team in preparation for the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana's recent international performances during the October break were disappointing, with the team losing both matches and conceding a total of six goals. They suffered a 2-0 defeat to Mexico at the Bank of America Stadium and a heavy loss to the United States (USA) at the Geodis Stadium on Wednesday. During a post-match conference after the USA defeat, the veteran gaffer acknowledged the need for further development as they prepare for the…

19 Oct

‘I Know What Football Means To Ghanaians’ – Chris Hughton After USA Humiliation

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Ghana head coach Chris Hughton has claimed that he knows what football means to Ghanaians after the Black Stars were thumped 4-0 by the United States in an international friendly on Wednesday dawn. The Yanks picked apart Ghana in the first half by scoring all four goals in 39 minutes, with know goals coming in the remainder of the game. Questioned on if he has seen any progress in the team since he took over, Hughton said he has been in football for a long time enough to know what football means to the people. "I understand all the consequences because I’ve been doing…

18 Oct

Black Stars: “I’m The Right Man For This Job” – Hughton After Embarrassing USA Defeat

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Black Stars head coach, Chris Hughton, has insisted that he is the right man for the Black Stars coaching job after the USA lesson on Wednesday. Ghana was humiliated in a 4-0 demolition at the Geodis Park in Nashville, Tennessee in an international friendly. That meant Chris Hughton has lost back-to-back games following the 2-0 defeat to Mexico earlier on Sunday. Speaking at the press conference after the USA loss, Hughton said, “If you ask me if I feel like I’m the right person for this job, the answer is yes,” as quoted by Joy Sports’ Fentuo Tahiru Fentuo. The…