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Ghana rise to 65th in FIFA Rankings after opening World Cup win over Panama

The Black Stars of Ghana have climbed to 65th in the latest FIFA world rankings following a winning start to their 2026 FIFA World...

2026 WC: I am confident Ghana can shock England – Kurt Okraku

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed confidence that the Black Stars can get a result against England as their 2026 FIFA...

2026 WC: We must fight for each other – Jerome Opoku rallies Black Stars for England showdown

Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has called for unity and maximum effort as Ghana prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L...

2026 WC: It was a perfect result – Jerome Opoku after win over Panama

Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has described Ghana's opening victory against Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the ideal start to their...

2026 WC: Gideon Mensah hails Ghana’s resilience after winning start

Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has praised the determination and resilience of his teammates following Ghana's hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening...

2026 WC: White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions

The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup. Iran are allowed to fly into the...

2026 WC: Turkiye crash out as Paraguay hang on despite historic Almiron red card

A second defeat in succession meant Turkiye became only the second side of the tournament to be mathematically dispatched from World Cup 2026. Paraguay...

2026 WC: Cunha at the double as Brazil beat Haiti to go top of group

Brazil recorded their first win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to a first-half brace from Matheus Cunha and a goal from Vinicius...

2026 WC: Gary Neville praises Brandon Thomas-Asante’s standout performance against Panama

Former England international and Manchester United defender Gary Neville has praised Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante following his impressive showing at the 2026 FIFA World...

Fifa alters how World Cup tables work – it changes everything

There has been a subtle change in the way Fifa is determining league tables for the 2026 World Cup - and it might have...

2026 WC: England winger Saka unlikely to start against Ghana

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has hinted that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to be in contention to start against Ghana on Tuesday. Saka came off...

2026 WC: Morocco boost qualification chances with narrow win over Scotland

Morocco were straight out f the traps when Ismael Saibarri scored within 70 seconds, to give his side the advantage. Scotland were understandably rattled by...

2026 WC: USA book place in knockouts with comfortable win over Australia

The USA continued their 100% record at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing an ultimately comfortable 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle. Both goals came in a very...

Obuasi youth petition AngloGold Ashanti over alleged neglect of sports facilities

Concerned youth, football supporters, traditional authorities, sports administrators and residents of Obuasi have petitioned AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Limited over what they describe as years...

Judicial Service explains Chief Justice’s visit to Black Stars camp in Canada

The Judicial Service has clarified circumstances surrounding Chief Justice Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie’s recent visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada, following public discussions...

2026 WC: England is beatable – Ex-GFA veep tells Black Stars

Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), George Afriyie, believes Ghana are capable of pulling off a surprise result against England in...

Trionda, the smart match ball transforming football officiating at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Football has always been a game of passion, skill, and fine margins. Today, however, technology is becoming just as important as tactics and talent...

2026 WC: I am ready for any role – Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi

Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi has reaffirmed his commitment to the national team, stressing his readiness to operate in any role assigned to him...

Carlos Queiroz makes World Cup history as Ghana edge Panama in opener

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has etched his name into FIFA World Cup history after becoming the oldest coach ever to win a match...

2026 World Cup: It will not be easy but we want to win against England – Antoine Semenyo

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has acknowledged the challenge awaiting the Black Stars against England but insists the team is fully focused on securing another...

One year to go until Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda host historic 2027 AFCON tournament

In exactly one year's time, Africa's greatest Football Show will return to East Africa for the first time since 1976, when the TotalEnergies CAF Africa...

Cape Verde’s Vozinha delighted with mother’s visa but wants to talk football

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha was not ​too keen to discuss it on Thursday, but finally conceded he was very happy his mother had obtained a...

No taxpayer money for fans’ World Cup trips — Sports Ministry clarifies sponsorship plans

The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has dismissed claims that government funds are being used to sponsor supporters to attend the FIFA World Cup,...

Rice expected to be fit to face Ghana despite back pain

Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia. The...

Ivory Coast’s Wahi allowed into Canada after visa issue

Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for his country's World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday, after earlier being...

Mexico become first country to qualify for World Cup last 32

Co-hosts Mexico became the first nation to qualify for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup with a narrow win over South Korea...

Moroccan footballer Hakimi to be tried in France for rape, appeals court says

A French court confirmed Friday that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. The 27-year-old footballer, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG),...

Coventry play champions Arsenal in Premier League opener

Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal in the first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season. The season's curtain raiser on Friday, 21 August...

2026 WC: Canada thrash nine-man Qatar but Marsch in tears over Kone injury

Ismael Kone's serious-looking injury left Canada manager Jesse Marsch in tears and overshadowed their first-ever World Cup finals win as they thrashed nine-man Qatar...

Messi’s father dealing with ‘health-related situation’

Lionel Messi's father is currently dealing with a "health-related situation", the family said in a statement on Thursday. "At this time, he is under medical...

Liverpool sign Munoz and offer £86m for Diomande

Liverpool have signed Spain winger Victor Munoz - and told RB Leipzig that they will pay a package worth about 100m euros (£86m) for Yan...

Tuchel’s complaints lead to Fifa moving photographers

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has won a battle with Fifa to get photographers moved away from the bench during the national anthems. Tuchel said...

Visa saga will not shake Thomas Partey; England clash could be his ‘payback time’ – George Afriyie

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie believes Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey remains mentally strong despite the controversy surrounding his Canadian...

2026 WC: Why England is beatable – George Afriyie speaks on Black Stars’ next game

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie has expressed confidence in the Black Stars' ability to upset England at the 2026 FIFA...

Tragedy as young lawyer dies during Ghana-Panama World Cup celebration

A 26-year-old private legal practitioner has tragically died after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest while celebrating Ghana's victory over Panama in their opening match...

2026 WC: ‘Exceptional’ Caleb Yirenkyi must be protected – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has called for patience and protection for rising star Caleb Yirenkyi following the midfielder's match-winning display in Ghana's opening...

2026 WC: Thomas Partey will be the difference-maker against England – Akwatia MP

Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Bernard Bediako Baidoo, believes Black Stars deputy captain Thomas Partey could play a decisive role when the team face...

2026 WC: Black Stars ready to prove a point against England – Antoine Semenyo

Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo says they are determined to make a statement when they face England in the 2026 World Cup. Ghana will come...

2026 WC: Substitute Manzambi inspires Switzerland to World Cup win over Bosnia

Substitute Johan Manzambi scored twice as Switzerland beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 in a chaotic final 20 minutes to edge towards a place in the World...

2026 WC: South Africa score late from spot to draw with Czech Rep

Teboho Mokoena scored an 83rd-minute penalty to earn South Africa a draw against the Czech Republic at the World Cup. South Africa trailed after five...