Managerial 'inconsistency' hurting Ghana - Hughton

What the report says

Former Ghana coach Chris Hughton has said the Black Stars are being damaged by repeated changes in their technical leadership as the team enters a decisive period in 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying. Speaking to BBC Sport Africa, Hughton argued that constant turnover in the dugout makes it harder for players to settle into a clear system and maintain confidence.

Ghana are preparing for back-to-back Group C matches against Somalia with women’s national team coach Kim Bjorkegren temporarily in charge after Carlos Queiroz departed by mutual consent. The team lost its opening two qualifiers against Ivory Coast and The Gambia, leaving its campaign in danger early on. Queiroz had been reappointed only in September after an earlier spell that included Ghana’s World Cup campaign, but his return ended after two defeats.

Hughton, who himself lasted less than a year as Ghana head coach before being dismissed in January 2024, said the broader pattern of coaching changes has become a problem for the national side. BBC Sport Africa noted that Ghana have used five men as head coach over the past six years, with Otto Addo serving two spells. Hughton also pointed to wider structural concerns, including pressure on the domestic game and the need for more investment.

The former Brighton, Newcastle, Norwich and Tottenham coach said Ghana still have strong support and a history of World Cup success, but their recent Afcon record has been poor. The article frames the current qualifiers as important not only for qualification prospects, but also for whether the country can restore stability around the Black Stars.