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Hughton has forged one of the most impressive CVs of any black manager

Hughton's career an inspiration for coach Defoe

Ex-Tottenham forward Jermain Defoe had contemplated giving up on his managerial dream, but remains determined to follow in the footsteps of Chris Hughton and become a trailblazer for black coaches.

Soccer • 08 Feb 24

Chris Hughton was less than a year in the Ghana job

Ghana fire Hughton after AFCON disappointment

Chris Hughton has been fired as coach of Ghana after their elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations was confirmed.

Soccer • 24 Jan 24

Hughton in the firing line as Ghana exit looks imminent

Ghana coach Chris Hughton is in the firing line after their participation at the Africa Cup of Nations looks to be at an end after a third group game without a win.

Soccer • 23 Jan 24

Hughton thankful for support after attack from fan

Ghana coach Chris Hughton said he was thankful for messages of support received after an angry supporter tried to attack him at the Africa Cup of Nations over the weekend but preferred not to dwell on the incident on Wednesday.

Soccer • 17 Jan 24

Hughton was subject to verbal abuse after the defeat to Cape Verse (file pic)

Hughton accosted by angry Ghana fan after AFCON defeat

An angry supporter attempted to strike Ghana coach Chris Hughton after their upset loss at the Africa Cup of Nations finals on Sunday and was taken away by police, team officials confirmed on Monday.

Soccer • 15 Jan 24

Chris Hughton put his point across during a recent training session with Ghana

Kelly: FAI may be swayed by misunderstood Hughton

Chris Hughton's wealth of managerial experience and track record at improving teams may tip the scales in his favour in becoming the next Republic of Ireland manager, according to Stephen Kelly.

Soccer • 12 Dec 23

Chris Hughton was at the 2022 World Cup with Ghana as part of the backroom team

Former Ireland defender Hughton named Ghana head coach

Former Republic of Ireland defender Chris Hughton has been appointed head coach of Ghana's national team.

Soccer • 12 Feb 23

Steve Cooper (R) and Chris Hughton pictured when Swansea played Forest in January

Nottingham Forest appoint Cooper to succeed Hughton

Nottingham Forest have appointed Steve Cooper as their new head coach.

Soccer • 21 Sep 21

If Hughton is the answer then what's the direction?

On the carousel of football management, almost everybody grazes shoulders at some stage of the ride. To connect Chris Hughton and Stephen Kenny, just insert Graham Potter.

Soccer • 18 Sep 21

Steven Reid (right) takes interim charge following Chris Hughton's (left) sacking

Chris Hughton sacked by Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest have sacked manager Chris Hughton after a run of six defeats in seven league matches left them bottom of the Championship.

Soccer • 16 Sep 21

Is the clock ticking on Chris Hughton's position at Forest?

Ch'ship wrap: Pressure on Hughton as Forest lose again

On-loan pair Andraz Sporar and Onel Hernandez secured a 2-0 win for Middlesbrough at Nottingham Forest to heap more pressure on under-fire home boss Chris Hughton.

Soccer • 15 Sep 21

Former Ireland team-mates Chris Hughton and Mick McCarthy met in the Championship on Friday.

Hughton praises young star, Mick still chasing top six

Nottingham Forest manager Chris Hughton believes teenage talent Alex Mighten is developing into a key player for his side after helping them to a 1-0 victory over Mick McCarthy's Cardiff.

Soccer • 02 Apr 21

Chris Hughton and Forest first team coach and fellow former Ireland international Steven Reid (l)

Hughton hopeful Forest can get out of woods versus Owls

Chris Hughton has urged Nottingham Forest to take their anger and frustration out on fellow strugglers Sheffield Wednesday as they attempt to end a seven-game run without a win.

Soccer • 14 Dec 20

Steven Reid has been part of the Scotland backroom team

Reid and Colgan add to Hughton's Irish mix at Forest

New Nottingham Forest manager Chris Hughton has strengthened the Irish connection at the club by adding Steven Reid and Nick Colgan to his backroom team.

Soccer • 16 Oct 20

Can Hughton now lead a third team up to the Premier League from the Premiership?

Chris Hughton handed the reins at Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest have announced the appointment of Chris Hughton as their new manager, following the sacking of Sabri Lamouchi.

Soccer • 06 Oct 20

Chris Hughton spent four-and-a-half years as Seagulls boss

Hughton admits shock at Brighton dismissal

Chris Hughton has revealed he was "hugely disappointed and surprised" to be sacked by Brighton.

Soccer • 22 May 19

Chris Hughton earned promotion to the Premier League with Brighton

'Right time for change' - Brighton sack Chris Hughton

Brighton have sacked manager Chris Hughton following the club's poor run of form in 2019.

Soccer • 13 May 19

Chris Hughton's Brighton are just outside the drop zone in the Premier League

Players have not 'downed tools' insists Hughton

Chris Hughton has disputed Martin Keown's suggestion that Brighton's players have "downed tools" and are relying on results elsewhere to avoid Premier League relegation.

Soccer • 22 Apr 19

Neil Warnock: "Nobody gave him a chance either, he has been written off that many times and we have."

Warnock urges Cardiff to take inspiration from Tiger

Neil Warnock believes Tiger Woods' stunning Masters triumph can act as inspiration for relegation-threatened Cardiff to mount their own comeback success story.

Soccer • 15 Apr 19

Florin Andone celebrates with Brighton fans

FA Cup wrap: Brighton have too much for Cherries

Chris Hughton's Brighton eased into the fourth round of the FA Cup with a deserved 3-1 win against Bournemouth.

Soccer • 05 Jan 19

' I still think there are referees who would have sent him off as the last man'

Hughton: Alonso should have been sent off

Chris Hughton felt Chelsea's Marcos Alonso should have been sent off as the visitors resisted late pressure from Brighton to secure a 2-1 victory at the Amex Stadium.

Soccer • 16 Dec 18

Hughton: More diversity at top needed to change culture

Former Republic of Ireland international and Brighton manager Chris Hughton believes greater inclusion is required before true progress can be made in eradicating racism from football.

Soccer • 14 Dec 18

Duffy 'disappointed' after reckless red card

Shane Duffy has apologised for getting sent off in Brighton's win over Crystal Palace, saying he is disappointed in himself.

Soccer • 05 Dec 18

Hughton watches Campbell at Newcastle training

Hughton hails Campbell's Macclesfield appointment

The former Ireland defender has long campaigned for more Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) coaches in football.

Soccer • 29 Nov 18

Chris Hughton has built an impressive managerial career

John Aldridge: Fantastic Hughton is the ideal candidate

Chris Hughton is the "ideal candidate" to get the Republic of Ireland back on track, according to John Aldridge, but he admitted the FAI would have their work cut out to lure him from Brighton and Hove Albion.

Soccer • 22 Nov 18