Coach Chris Hughton lauds striker Inaki Williams for his stellar performance in World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, kicked off their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign with a triumphant 1-0 victory over Madagascar in Kumasi on Friday. Coach Chris Hughton lauded striker Inaki Williams for his stellar performance, marking his debut goal for the Black Stars.
Hughton was quick to commend Williams, describing him as a versatile player capable of thriving in various positions on the field. However, the coach emphasized that Williams’s primary strength lies as a center forward. “Iñaki is a good professional. If I tell him to play in central midfield or right back, he will play there. But he is a number nine. That is his main strength,” said Hughton.
The significance of the win was not lost on the coach, who highlighted its importance as Ghana embarks on its journey towards World Cup qualification. Despite the challenges faced during the match against Madagascar, Hughton expressed confidence in the team’s ability to build momentum and deliver strong performances in the upcoming fixtures.
Looking ahead, Ghana’s next test will be against Comoros in Moroni, and Hughton stressed the importance of maintaining focus to secure another victory and stay on track for World Cup qualification. The coach believes in the team’s capabilities and sees the potential for them to top their group and earn a coveted spot in the tournament hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
As the Black Stars continue their quest for World Cup glory, Hughton’s optimism and praise for the versatile Inaki Williams set a positive tone for the team’s future endeavors in the qualifying rounds.
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