AFCON 2023: Ghana Coach Chris Hughton Sacked

Ghana has relieved coach Chris Hughton of his duties after the national team’s early elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations.

VerseSports understands that Hughton’s team failed to secure a win in the group stage, finishing third in Group B with only two points.

Despite a chance to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams, Ghana’s elimination was confirmed when Cameroon beat The Gambia 3-2.

The Ghana Football Association announced Hughton’s dismissal and the dissolution of the technical team, with plans for a roadmap on the future direction of the Black Stars to be provided in the coming days.

“The Ghana Football Association wishes to announce that Chris Hughton has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the senior National team with immediate effect.

“The Ghana Football Association will in the coming days provide a roadmap on the future direction of the Black Stars,” GFA’s official statement read in part.

Hughton’s backroom staff have all also been let go by the federation.