By Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-01-24 11:56:27
Ghana’s decision to sack coach Chris Hughton comes after the team’s disappointing performance in the Africa Cup of Nations resulted in their elimination at the group stage. In their opening match in Ivory Coast, the Black Stars suffered a 2-1 defeat against Cape Verde. Subsequently, they drew with Egypt and Mozambique, leading to their elimination from Group B due to the results of other matches.
Chris Hughton, a former Tottenham defender and manager for Newcastle and Brighton, was appointed as Ghana’s coach in February 2023. Following their elimination from the tournament, the Ghana Football Association released a statement on Tuesday announcing Hughton’s dismissal and the dissolution of the technical team for the Black Stars. The federation also stated that a roadmap for the future direction of the national team would be provided in the coming days.
Ghana’s underwhelming performance in the Africa Cup of Nations follows their early exit from the 2021 tournament as well. The team, which had previously reached the World Cup quarter-finals in 2010, has experienced a series of disappointments in recent international competitions.
In addition to Ghana, former champions Algeria were also eliminated from the tournament on Tuesday, while hosts Ivory Coast are on the verge of an early exit. The developments have underscored the intense competition and unpredictability that characterizes the Africa Cup of Nations.
As Ghana grapples with the aftermath of their elimination, the focus now shifts to the future of the national team and the appointment of a new coach to lead them forward. The decision to relieve Hughton of his duties signals a significant shift in the team’s leadership and strategy, as they work towards regaining their competitive edge on the international stage.
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