Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially announced the dismissal of national team coach Chris Hughton following the team’s elimination from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon). The Black Stars were unable to advance beyond the group stage, securing a spot as one of the best third-place finishers after Cameroon’s 3-2 victory over Gambia.
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In a statement, the GFA declared: “The Ghana Football Association wishes to announce that Chris Hughton has been relieved of his duties as the head coach of the senior National team with immediate effect. The Executive Council has also taken a decision to dissolve the technical team of the Black Stars. The Ghana Football Association will, in the coming days, provide a roadmap on the future direction of the Black Stars.”
