Ghana coach Chris Hughton has highlighted the importance of Inaki Williams debut goal for the Black Stars.
Inaki Williams, who plays for Athletic Club, secured a late victory for the Black Stars, ending his 11-game goal drought for Ghana in the opening 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The former Spain international switched allegiance to Ghana in June 2022 and had to wait until last Friday before netting his first goal for the national team.
Speaking to DSTV, Hughton asserted Inaki’s first goal for the national team will unlock a lot of opportunities for him.
“We are relieved as a team. It was a wonderful cross from Gideon and Inaki at the right place scored. He obviously had one goal disallowed which was his moment until such glorious moment. I think it will do wonders for him because I think when you are a striker and you still waiting for first goal sometimes it can be a bit frustrating. Inaki is one that always continue to work for the team so really pleased for him” he said.
The Black Stars will aim to build on their opening win and secure another positive result against Comoros as they continue their journey in the World Cup qualifiers.