Chris Hughton handed over a year contract – GFA
The Ghana Football Association on Monday confirmed Chris Hughton has signed a 24 month contract as Black Stars coach.
Hughton was appointed to the role in February, but the details of his contract were kept secret until his official unveiling to fans and the media in Kumasi.
The contract is subject to renewal based on his performance, and his assistant coaches, George Boateng and Didi Dramani will also have their contracts running concurrently with that of Hughton. .
“For the first time, the head coach and his two assistants will have their contracts running concurrently. The contract that Mr. Chris Hughton has signed, his two assistants have both signed the same contracts which would run until December 31, 2024” Asante Twum stated.
Hughton’s appointment comes at a crucial time for Ghanaian football, as the country looks to rebuild its national team after a disappointing performance in the 2021 AFCON in Cameroon and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The new coach has been tasked with bringing back the glory days of Ghanaian football, and restoring the pride of the nation’s football fans.
Hughton has a wealth of experience in football management, having managed teams in the Premier League and the English Championship. He has a reputation for being a hard-working, no-nonsense coach, who focuses on discipline, tactics, and team spirit. These are all qualities that will be essential in his new role, as he seeks to lead the Black Stars to success.
His first assignment is on Thursday where the Black Stars take on Angola in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.
