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2026 WC: We had to defend against England, says Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has acknowledged that the Black Stars were forced into extended periods without possession as they battled to secure a 0-0...

2026 WC: Wayne Rooney salatues Carlos Queiroz’s game plan after Ghana’s draw with England

Former England striker Wayne Rooney has praised Carlos Queiroz’s tactical approach after Ghana secured a resilient 0-0 draw against England in their Group L...

2026 WC: We knew it was going to be tough against Ghana – Jordan Pickford

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has acknowledged that the Three Lions went into their clash with Ghana anticipating a difficult encounter, after both sides settled...

2026 WC: It was a fair result – Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz after stalemate with England

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has praised his side’s organisation and resilience after their 0-0 draw with England in Foxborough, describing the result as...

2026 WC: VAR went for coffee to aid ‘lucky’ England – Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz took aim at the Video Assistant Referee system after his side’s 0-0 draw with England, joking that VAR had...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz hails Black Stars’ fighting spirit after England draw

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has praised his players for their resilience and discipline after the Black Stars secured a goalless draw against England...

2026 WC: It was tough to play against Ghana – England midfielder Declan Rice

England midfielder Declan Rice has hailed Ghana's disciplined defensive performance after the Black Stars held the Three Lions to a 0-0 draw in their...

2026 WC: Bellingham says he ‘didn’t deserve’ player-of-the-match award vs Ghana

Jude Bellingham claimed that he ought not to have been named player of the match after England were handed a timely reality check by...

2026 World Cup: Carlos Queiroz urged us to exploit nervous England – Kwasi Sibo reveals

Ghana midfielder Kwasi Sibo has disclosed that head coach Carlos Queiroz encouraged his players to be more aggressive and push for victory during their...

2026 WC: Should Ghana have been awarded a penalty against England?

England fans were left frustrated as their side were held to a goalless draw against Ghana, but were Thomas Tuchel's side fortunate not to...

2026 WC: It’s a frustrating – Jude Bellingham after England held to stalemate by Ghana

England midfielder Jude Bellingham has admitted his side's goalless draw against Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a frustrating result. The Three Lions...

2026 WC: Ghana hold England to stalemate as Benjamin Asare shines

Ghana and England played out a hard-fought goalless draw at the Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, leaving Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

2026 WC: Spence appears not to shake hands with Partey

Footage circulating on social media appears to show England full-back Djed Spence not shaking hands with Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey before their World Cup...

2026 WC: Partey, Asare and Inaki start as Carlos Queiroz names starting squad for England game

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has named his starting lineup for Ghana's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash against England at...

2026 WC: Record-breaker Ronaldo ends goal drought as double helps Portugal sink Uzbekistan

Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups as his double helped Portugal thrash Uzbekistan. The 41-year-old made history when he...

2026 WC: Antoine Semenyo will be a threat to England – Michael Essien

Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has identified Antoine Semenyo as the Black Stars’ most dangerous attacking weapon ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World...

2026 World Cup: We will have no regrets against England – Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged composure and collective responsibility within the squad ahead of Ghana’s high-stakes World Cup meeting with England at...

2026 World Cup: Who are the Ghana players England should look out for?

Ghana had a troubled build-up to the World Cup after coach Otto Addo was dismissed following a string of poor results just 72 days...

Hydration breaks ‘not about money’, insists Infantino

Gianni Infantino has explained the use of unpopular hydration breaks. The intervals, introduced at the mid-point of each half, have been booed in stadia...

Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy

United States president Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and help present the trophy, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino. Trump, 80, is yet...

2026 WC: Iran’s US entry terms changed for final group game

Iran's football team is being given extra time in the United States to prepare for their final World Cup group game, the US Department...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz promises entertaining showdown as Ghana brace for England test

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has promised fans a vibrant and attacking display when his side face England in their second Group L fixture...

Ghana coach Queiroz says playing England ‘easiest’ World Cup game

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said facing a team of England's calibre at the World Cup is the "easiest type of game" to approach, as...

2026 WC: They have three lions, but we have 33 million lions – Queiroz ahead of Ghana v England tie

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed confidence in his side’s readiness ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash...

2026 WC: Ghana v England preview

Ghana and England meet in a decisive Group L encounter at the Gillette Stadium on Tuesday night, with both sides knowing victory would all...

2026 WC: I am ready to play – Thomas Partey declares ahead of England tie

Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey says he is ready to return to action as Ghana prepare for a pivotal Group L meeting with England...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz to decide on Ati-Zigi fitness ahead of England clash

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will wait until the final medical assessment on matchday to determine whether goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi is fit enough...

2026 WC: Jordan Ayew eyes ‘special game’ between Ghana and England

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has described his upcoming World Cup meeting with England as a “special game,” with the striker viewing the encounter as...

2026 WC: We are happy to have him – Partey praises ‘special’ Caleb Yirenkyi

Black Stars vice-captain Thomas Partey has praised youngster Caleb Yirenkyi following his decisive impact in Ghana’s opening World Cup Group L victory over Panama. The...

2026 WC: We will put on a show and make everybody proud – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has acknowledged the magnitude of Ghana's upcoming clash against England, insisting the team is prepared to rise to the...

226 WC: We are mentally prepared for England game – Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey

Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey says Ghana's players are mentally prepared for their crucial Group L clash against England at the 2026 FIFA World...

2026 WC: Thomas Partey breaks silence after being denied entry into Canada

Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey says he is ready to return to action after being unable to join Ghana's squad in Canada for their...

Algeria pull off comeback win to knock Jordan out of World Cup

Algeria fought back to eliminate debutants Jordan from the World Cup and keep their own knockout hopes alive in San Francisco. Jordan were organised in...

Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer – how has he stayed at the top?

When Lionel Messi swept home a trademark left-footed curler in Argentina's second World Cup match against Austria, he was not just getting his team...

2026 WC: Record-breaking Messi scores twice as Argentina progress

Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer as his double against Austria sent holders Argentina into the last 32. The forward, who turns...

2026 WC: Two-goal Haaland fires Norway into last 32 with win over Senegal

Erling Haaland scored twice as Norway booked their place in the last 32 of the World Cup with victory over Senegal in New Jersey. After...

2026 WC: Mbappe double as France beat Iraq after two-hour delay

Kylian Mbappe scored twice to move joint-second in the all-time World Cup goalscoring list as France cruised past Iraq in a weather-delayed game in...

2026 World Cup: I’ll be surprised if Black Stars beat England – Nii Odartey Lamptey

Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey says he would not be surprised if the Ghana national football team Black Stars suffer defeat against England...

Morocco and PSG player Hakimi to stand trial on rape charge

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi, who is due to ​join the Morocco squad against Scotland later on Friday, ‌said he faced trial on a...

Man Utd agree land deal for 100,000-seater stadium

Manchester United have taken a significant step towards a new 100,000-capacity stadium by buying the majority of the land needed to build it close...