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2026 WC: Morocco march into quarter-finals with win over Canada

Morocco booked their place in the World Cup quarter-finals with an ultimately convincing 3-0 win over co-hosts Canada in Houston. That margin of victory did not look...

2026 WC: It’s disappointing – Carlos Queiroz after Ghana’s loss to Colombia

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has described his side’s World Cup elimination as a “disappointing” outcome after the Black Stars were beaten 1-0 by...

2026 WC: Thomas-Asante played when it was necessary – Carlos Queiroz

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has explained Brandon Thomas-Asante’s limited involvement at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the forward’s bright impact off...

2026 WC: We fell short offensively – Jordan Ayew after loss to Colombia

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has conceded that Ghana lost its defensive shape in the 1-0 defeat to Colombia, a result that ended their...

2026 WC: Marvin Senaya’s injury disrupted our game plan against Colombia – Queiroz

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has pointed to the early injury to defender Marvin Senaya as a decisive turning point in Ghana’s 1-0...

2026 WC: Black Stars’ performance against Colombia was below average – Asamoah Gyan

Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has delivered a stinging assessment of Ghana’s performance following their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana bowed...

Jordan Ayew calls for patience with Carlos Queiroz after Ghana’s World Cup exit

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed for calm and patience around head coach Carlos Queiroz following Ghana’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World...

2026 WC: We failed to take our chances against Colombia – Jerome Opoku after elimination

Ghana defender Jerome Opoku has blamed the Black Stars' inability to convert their chances for their exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup following...

‘Recharged’ Klopp says he is ‘ready’ for Germany job as he confirms talks

A ”recharged” Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach, but says ”fundamental changes” are needed...

Ghana crash out of 2026 World Cup after narrow defeat to Colombia

Ghana's journey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup came to an end on Saturday after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of...

2026 WC: Argentina survive huge scare to beat Cabo Verde in five-goal extra-time thriller

Holders Argentina needed an own goal in extra-time to squeeze into the round of 16 with a 3-2 victory after Cabo Verde had threatened one of...

2026 WC: Queiroz makes four changes as Ghana name strong XI for Colombia clash

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has made four changes to his starting line-up for the Black Stars' FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash...

2026 WC: Salah’s Egypt beat Australia on penalties to make last-16 of World Cup

Egypt booked their place in the last-16 of the World Cup finals after overcoming Australia with a tense penalty shootout victory in Dallas. There was...

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: 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...

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...

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...