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2026 WC: Ghana ready for Colombia challenge, says captain Jordan Ayew

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew says the Black Stars are fully prepared for their highly anticipated Round of 32 showdown against Colombia at the 2026...

2026 WC: Semenyo lauds Carlos Queiroz’s impact ahead of Ghana’s clasg with Colombia

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has credited head coach Carlos Queiroz with transforming the Black Stars into a more disciplined and resilient side ahead of...

2026 WC: We want to win the tournament – Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante

Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has set his sights on winning the 2026 World Cup, insisting the Black Stars are not at the tournament merely...

Jordan Ayew takes centre stage as Ghana end 16-year wait for another World Cup knockout game

For almost his entire international career, Jordan Ayew has lived in the shadow of Ghana's greatest FIFA World Cup generation. On Friday, in Kansas City, against Colombia, he finally gets...

Ghana’s Brandon Thomas-Asante showing why he belongs in the Premier League with Coventry

There are footballers whose careers seem preordained from the moment they enter an elite academy, and there are others whose rise has been built...

2026 WC: We will exploit Colombia’s weaknesses – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has insisted that no side at the World Cup is flawless as he outlined his team’s approach ahead of...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz confirms near-full squad as Ghana prepare for Colombia clash

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has confirmed that 25 of his 26-man squad are available for selection ahead of Saturday’s World Cup Round of...

2026 WC: Our real ‘World Cup’ starts now – Carlos Queiroz ahead of Ghana v Colombia clash

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has raised the stakes ahead of Saturday’s Round of 32 clash against Colombia, declaring that the tournament effectively...

2026 WC: Ghana must keep Africa’s dream alive against Colombia – Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has challenged his players to keep Africa's hopes alive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by securing a place...

2026 WC: We have to be perfect against Colombia – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz

Carlos Queiroz has warned that Ghana will need a disciplined, near-flawless performance to get past Colombia in their FIFA World Cup Round of 32...

What it takes to be chosen as a World Cup referee – and how to ref the final

As 48 nations battle for World Cup glory, another group has endured a similarly gruelling path to soccer’s biggest stage: the referees. This year, 52 referees, 88 assistant...

Nagelsmann leaves Germany job with Klopp set for talks

Julian Nagelsmann has left his role as Germany manager after his team's penalty shoot-out loss to Paraguay in the last 32 of the 2026...

2026 WC: I am confident in our tactics and game plan for Colombia test – Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed confidence that Ghana are well prepared tactically as they gear up for a decisive Round of 32...

Allegri appointed new Napoli manager on three-year deal

Massimiliano Allegri has been appointed the new Napoli manager, with a contract until 2029, replacing Antonio Conte at the club, it was announced on...

Mahrez retires from Algeria duty after World Cup exit

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has announced his retirement from international football following his side's 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the last 32 of the...

2026 WC: Ronaldo scores as Portugal set up Spain showdown after beating Croatia in thriller

Goncalo Ramos’s stoppage time header sent Portugal through to the last 16 of the World Cup with a 2-1 win over Croatia, who had...

Switzerland beat Algeria for first World Cup knockout win in 88 years

Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored to seal Switzerland's first World Cup knockout stage win since 1938 as they comfortably beat Algeria to book...

The World Cup’s free agents looking for their next move

The World Cup is getting interesting. The tournament is now well into the knockout stages, the path to the final is known and the excitement...

First Afcon, now World Cup – Senegal trapped in ‘football hell’

In the city famous for giving us rock legends Nirvana, Senegal contrived a way to slip from a blissful state back into football hell...

2026 WC: I can guarantee that we will make Africa and Ghana proud – Jordan Ayew ahead of Ghana v Colombia tie

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has promised that Ghana will give everything to make both the nation and the African continent proud when they...

2026 WC: Oyarzabal strikes twice as Spain blow Austria away to cruise into last 16

Lamine Yamal was in sizzling form as slick Spain produced a statement victory in Los Angeles with a 3-0 victory over outclassed Austria that...

2026 WC: Ghana v Colombia preview

Ghana will take on Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday at Kansas City Stadium, with a...

2026 WC: French referee Clément Turpin to officiate Ghana v Colombia tie

French referee Clément Turpin has been appointed to officiate Ghana's Round of 32 match against Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the...

Gueye quits Senegal until coaching staff replaced

Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye says he will be "taking a break" from playing for his country while the current management is in charge. The 27-year-old's...

Spurs sign Fernandes for club record £85m

Tottenham have completed the signing of midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham for a club-record fee of £85m. Spurs have not confirmed the length of contract for the...

2026 WC: Black Stars arrive in Kansas City ahead of knockout clash with Colombia

The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in Kansas City as preparations intensify for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash...

2026 WC: We are ready to compete despite pressure – Antoine Semenyo ahead of Colombia clash

Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo says Ghana are embracing the pressure of knockout-stage football at the 2026 World Cup, insisting the squad is ready...

Nottingham Forest set to replace Pereira with Glasner

Vitor Pereira is poised to leave Nottingham Forest with the club ready to appoint former Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner as his successor. BBC Sport understands a deal to...

2026 WC: USA set up last-16 tie with Belgium as scorer Balogun sent off

The United States of America are through to the Round of 16 of their home World Cup after seeing off an unambitious Bosnia and...

Chelsea sign Italy defender Palestra for £47m

Chelsea have completed the signing of Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra for a fee of about £47m, including add-ons. The 21-year-old has signed a six-year deal, with...

Four die in Mexico City World Cup celebrations

A 19-year-old woman is among three people to have died from suffocation during World Cup celebrations in Mexico City on Tuesday. A 48-year-old woman and...

Spurs agree deal worth up to £100m for Newcastle’s Tonali

Tottenham Hotspur are set to break their transfer record for a second time this week after agreeing a deal worth up to £100m with Newcastle United for...

2026 WC: Belgium break Senegal hearts with last-gasp penalty in wild comeback win

Belgium completed one of the greatest comeback wins in World Cup history as they hit back from 2-0 down against a stunned Senegal to...

2026 WC: Kane double rescues England as late comeback downs DR Congo to seal last 16 spot

England completed a dramatic late turnaround to come from behind and beat DR Congo 2-1 through a Harry Kane brace in a thrilling World Cup last-32 clash. The Three Lions...

2026 WC: We need to beat Colombia – Jordan Ayew tells Black Stars

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has called on his teammates to be more decisive in front of goal as Ghana prepare for their Round...

2026 WC: Jordan Ayew calls for improved performance as Ghana prepare for Colombia showdown

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has urged his side to tighten up after their Group L campaign ended in defeat at the 2026 FIFA World...

Black Stars coach sympathises with Accra flood victims

Head coach of the Ghana Black Stars, Carlos Queiroz, has expressed deep sympathy to victims of the recent devastating floods in Accra, assuring them...

2026 WC: We are chasing the trophy, says Sports Minister Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has reaffirmed Ghana’s ambition to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Black Stars remain...

2026 WC: Government pledges financial stability for Black Stars ahead of Colombia clash

Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Iddie Adams has assured that government is taking steps to ensure financial issues do not become a distraction...

2026 WC: Our real tournament starts against Colombia – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has called for defensive improvements and greater sharpness in attack as Ghana prepare for their decisive FIFA World...