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Ghana to host 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations after nearly three decades

Ghana has been confirmed as the host nation for the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking a major return to the continental...

Carlos Queiroz not on $100,000 monthly salary as Black Stars coach – Sources

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz is not earning a reported $100,000 monthly salary, according to sources. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) officially unveiled the...

Ivory Coast will test our readiness for U-17 AFCON – Black Starlets coach Prosper Narteh Ogum

Black Starlets head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum has described Ghana’s upcoming double-header friendly against Ivory Coast as a crucial test ahead of the U-17...

We are looking for a team to compete at the highest level – Narteh Ogum ahead of Black Starlets’ double-header friendlies against Ivory Coast

Black Starlets head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum believes Ghana’s upcoming double-header friendly against Ivory Coast will be instrumental in shaping his final squad for...

Black Starlets land in Ivory Coast for back-to-back friendlies against Young Elephants

Ghana’s Black Starlets have arrived safely in Ivory Coast ahead of their scheduled two international friendly matches against the Young Elephants. The team departed Ghana...

Hire, fire, final – Chelsea’s player power may be ugly, but it wins

Liam Rosenior's thoughts would have been worth a lot more than a penny as Chelsea's triumphant players took the acclaim of their supporters inside Wembley...

Sawe smashes two-hour mark to ‘move goalposts for marathon running’

Sabastian Sawe made history at the London Marathon by becoming the first athlete to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race. The 31-year-old Kenyan...

Italian referee chief suspends himself over allegations

Gianluca Rocchi, the man in charge of assigning referees in Italy's top flight, has suspended himself following a reported investigation into alleged sporting fraud. According...

Chelsea edge out Leeds to set up FA Cup final against Man City

Enzo Fernandez scored the winner as Chelsea reached the 2026 FA Cup final with a 1-0 victory over Leeds United at Wembley. The Blues were...

Brandon Thomas-Asante on target as Coventry seal Championship title with win over Wrexham

Ghana international Brandon Thomas-Asante delivered a standout performance on Sunday, finding the net as Coventry City cruised to a 3-1 victory over Wrexham A.F.C....

U-17 AFCON: Black Starlets to play Ivory Coast in a double-header friendly as part of preparations

Ghana’s Black Starlets will face Ivory Coast’s Young Elephants in a two-game international friendly series as part of their final build-up to the U-17...

Nkwanta South conflict: MCE laments gradual collapse of sporting activities

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Nkwanta South in the Oti Region, Joseph Awal Antwi, has expressed concern over the gradual decline of football...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz is the right man for the Black Stars job – Fred Pappoe

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has thrown his support behind the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as Black Stars head coach,...

It’s a privilege and honour to be part of Ghana football – Carlos Queiroz

Veteran coach Carlos Queiroz has described his appointment as head coach of Ghana national football team as both a privilege and a deeply personal...

Man City reach FA Cup final after comeback win against Southampton

Manchester City survived a shock by coming from behind to edge past Southampton and reach a record fourth consecutive FA Cup final to keep...

Eze strike gives Arsenal important win in title fight

Arsenal regained their place at the top of the Premier League as Eberechi Eze's first-half strike was enough for the Gunners to beat Newcastle...

Prince Adu Kwabena strikes as Viktoria Plzen edge Banik Ostrava to strengthen European push

Ghanaian forward Prince Kwabena Adu was the match-winner on Saturday as Viktoria Plzen secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Banik Ostrava at Městský Stadion. The...

Rashford scores as Barcelona close in on La Liga title

Marcus Rashford scored as Barcelona tightened their grip on a second successive La Liga title with victory over Getafe. The on-loan Manchester United forward finished...

Palhinha strike gives Tottenham survival hope

Joao Palhinha's late strike earned Tottenham their first Premier League win since December but failed to ease their relegation fears. West Ham's dramatic 2-1 win over...

West Ham boost survival hopes with win over Everton

Callum Wilson scored a dramatic-stoppage time winner as West Ham boosted their survival hopes with victory against Everton. The Hammers had looked set to drop...

Isak scores as Liverpool win to strengthen Champions League hopes

Alexander Isak scored in the Premier League at Anfield for the first time since joining Liverpool as the Reds strengthened their grip on a...

Italy rejects ‘shameful’ idea to replace Iran at World Cup

Italian sports officials say four-time champion Italy is not interested in replacing Iran at the upcoming World Cup following a suggestion to that effect by a Trump administration...

Former Nigeria striker Eneramo dies during match

Former Nigeria striker Michael Eneramo has died after suffering a suspected cardiac arrest during a friendly match, the country's football federation (NFF) has announced. The...

Why I stayed at ‘struggling’ Man Utd and didn’t think we’d be third now – Fernandes

Wayne Rooney never played alongside Bruno Fernandes. They faced each other once - and both remember the FA Cup tie between Derby County and Manchester...

Chris Hughton opens up on prostate cancer battle

Former Chris Hughton has revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year but has since undergone successful surgery and is now cancer-free. The 67-year-old...

Barcelona duo David Oduro and Abdul Aziz set for Black Stars call-up for Mexico friendly

FC Barcelona Atlètic duo David Oduro and Abdul Aziz Issah are in line for potential inclusion in Ghana’s squad for their upcoming international friendly...

10 key things Carlos Queiroz’s said at his unveiling

Portuguese manager Carlos Queiroz was officially unveiled as the new Black Stars coach in Accra on Thursday, April 23, at the Alisa Hotel.  The 73-year-old...

You will be foolish to defend GFA’s decision to use Black Stars coach’s residence as a technical directorate office – George Afriyie

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie has strongly criticised the governing body over its decision to convert the official residence of...

Asante Kotoko defender Lord Amoah undergoes successful ACL surgery

Asante Kotoko right-back Lord Amoah has successfully undergone surgery after suffering a serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury that has ruled him out for...

2026 WC: Agyemang-Badu unsure of Black Stars’ prospects

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has declined to predict how far the Black Stars will go at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing uncertainty...

Pitso Mosimane confirms GFA approach before Carlos Queiroz’s appointment

South African coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed that Ghana made an informal approach to him regarding the Black Stars job ahead of the 2026...

World Cup 2026 injury watch: Key names racing to be ready

With the World Cup fast approaching, several high-profile players are sidelined or in a race against time to prove their fitness. Injuries have left international...

Carrick takes long-term view amid rise in sackings

Manchester United interim head coach Michael Carrick refuses to view the increasing turnover of managers in English football as a reason to change the...

Injured Lamine Yamal ‘expected to be fit’ for World Cup

Spain forward Lamine Yamal will miss the remainder of Barcelona's season but is expected to be fit in time for the World Cup. The 18-year-old...

Prestianni gets six-match ban for homophobic conduct

Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has been given a six-game ban by Uefa for homophobic conduct during their Champions League knockout play-off match with Real...

US rights groups urge caution for World Cup visitors

Rights groups have urged fans, players, journalists, and other visitors to this summer's World Cup to "exercise caution" if travelling to the United States. More...

Rule change could pave way for Véron Mosengo-Omba to become president of DRC football federation

Football’s governing body in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (the DRC) has changed eligibility rules for its presidential elections, allowing a university friend of Gianni...

We must improve the legacy of Otto Addo – Black Stars Carlos Queiroz

New Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has paid glowing tribute to his predecessor, Otto Addo, during his official unveiling in Accra, acknowledging the...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz hints at Black Stars selection criteria

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has set out his approach to player selection ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that only...

Carlos Queiroz promises fair chance for local players in Black Stars selection

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has pledged to give home-based players a genuine opportunity to earn places in Ghana’s squad for the 2026...