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Black Stars coach Chris Hughton feels player exodus is unavoidable in Ghana

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8 months ago

September 26, 2023

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Ghana’s Black Stars head coach, Chris Hughton, believes that player exodus in Ghana’s leagues cannot be prevented.

According to him, players would continue to leave the country to play elsewhere since it is unavoidable that players will desire to ply their trade in Europe.

In an interview with the media following his visit to Sunyani to observe the Ghana Premier League game between Bofoakwa Tano and Real Tamale United FC, the coach explained why he believes players would continue to seek better pastures.

“This is a question for every Head Coach in the last couple of years,” he told Akwaaba Radio.

“There will always be, of course, players that leave here [Ghana] and go and play in Europe and this is something that has happened for quite some time.”

“If you generally gauge the national team, the Black Stars squad has most of the players playing abroad.”

“This is always the challenge, this is a challenge for the local league, the premier league to be at level, a competitive one that, whoever the Black Stars coach is, can look at it and pick from it,” he added.

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Andre Ayew is optimistic in the current Black Stars squad

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10 hours ago

May 8, 2024

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Similarly, at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, they were eliminated early in the group stage. Nonetheless, Ayew, the team's current captain, feels that young stars like as Mohammed Kudus, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamaldeen Sulemana, and Ibrahim Osman are making key contributions as the Black Stars seek to reclaim their previous glory. Ayew reflected on the team's history, saying, "We dominated for several years." I was a member of this squad with the golden generation. Then there was the generation of Mubarak Wakaso, Asamoah Gyan, and John Mensah. "Now there is a new generation coming," Ayew stated on Canal+. Despite the great expectations put on the current squad, Ayew is optimistic about Ghana's future in football.

Andre Ayew has voiced faith in the current Black Stars team.

The Black Stars have recently performed below expectations in important events.

In the previous two Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) championships, the squad failed to go beyond the group stage in their quest to end the country’s trophy drought.

Similarly, at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, they were eliminated early in the group stage.

Nonetheless, Ayew, the team’s current captain, feels that young stars like Mohammed Kudus, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamaldeen Sulemana, and Ibrahim Osman are making key contributions as the Black Stars seek to reclaim their previous glory.

Ayew reflected on the team’s history, saying, “We dominated for several years.” I was a member of this squad with the golden generation. Then there was the generation of Mubarak Wakaso, Asamoah Gyan, and John Mensah. “Now there is a new generation coming,” Ayew stated on Canal+.

Despite the great expectations put on the current squad, Ayew is optimistic about Ghana’s future in football.

“There is a lot of pressure.” Even though this generation dominated, we were unable to win. So this adds to the pressure and demands, and the country wants even more,” the Le Havre player revealed. Today’s players lack the experience of those I just highlighted,” he remarked.

Ayew emphasised the gap in experience between the current players and previous stalwarts, but he remained enthusiastic about the team’s prospects.

Meanwhile, the Black Stars will reconvene in June for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.

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We will overcome present obstacles – Black Stars skipper Andre Ayew affirms

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10 hours ago

May 8, 2024

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Despite recent failures, Ayew, who has over 100 caps for his nation, is confident in the team's resiliency. "The players begin by realising the significance of wearing this shirt, a symbol beloved by millions. "It's a heavy responsibility that requires strong shoulders," the 33-year-old said in an interview with Canal+. Ayew acknowledged the existing problems but offered confidence. "I know we'll make it back. We are going through a difficult time, but I am certain that we will get through it. Meanwhile, Andre Ayew will spearhead the team's recovery when they return in June for World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.

Andre Ayew, Black Stars captain, is confident in his team’s ability to overcome barriers to their advancement.

The four-time African Cup of Nations (AFCON) champions have come under fire in recent tournaments for poor performances, most notably failing to advance beyond the group stages in their previous three major events.

Despite great expectations, the Black Stars were eliminated from the group stage of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Despite recent failures, Ayew, who has over 100 caps for his nation, is confident in the team’s resiliency.

“The players begin by realising the significance of wearing this shirt, a symbol beloved by millions. “It’s a heavy responsibility that requires strong shoulders,” the 33-year-old said in an interview with Canal+.

Ayew acknowledged the existing problems but offered confidence.

“I know we’ll make it back. We are going through a difficult time, but I am certain that we will get through it.

Meanwhile, Andre Ayew will spearhead the team’s recovery when they return in June for World Cup qualifiers against Mali and the Central African Republic.