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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,...

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...

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...

2026 WC: Thomas-Asante eyes more starts after decisive impact in Ghana’s win over Panama

Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has acknowledged the importance of accepting squad roles but admits he is eager to earn more starting opportunities after...

World Cup 2026: Black Stars can achieve something special after win over Panama – Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed optimism that his side can achieve something significant at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after opening their...

2026 WC: We must be ready to suffer against England – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has challenged his players to prepare for a tougher test against England following their dramatic opening victory at the...

The night a nation refused to break: Ghana vs Panama game

For 93 minutes, Ghana was not just playing Panama. Ghana was playing against disappointment. Against years of frustration. Against rising prices at home. Against the...

2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz hails Black Stars’ resilience after late winner sinks Panama

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has praised his players for their determination and tactical discipline following their dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their...

Ivory Coast’s Wahi denied entry to Canada

Ivory Coast international Elye Wahi has been denied entry to Canada for his country's World Cup group game against Germany on Saturday. The Nice forward...

2026 WC: Caleb Yirenkyi’s stoppage-time strike hands Ghana dramatic win over Panama

Ghana began their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama after Caleb Yirenkyi scored a stoppage-time winner at BMO...

Ronaldo Nazario: Time to accept Messi is the GOAT

Ronaldo, the legendary former Brazil striker, believes that Lionel Messi is the undisputed greatest player of all time, claiming the Argentina captain's latest masterclass...

2026 WC: We won the game with our brains – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz after late win over Panama

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has lauded his side’s resilience and tactical discipline after the Black Stars snatched a late 1-0 win over Panama...

2026 WC: England tie will be difficult – Antoine Semenyo

Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo has called for calm and focus within the Black Stars camp ahead of their clash against England despite their hard-fought...

2026 WC: We have been practicing that at the training ground – Yirenkyi opens up on winner against Panama

Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi has attributed his decisive strike against Panama in the 2026 FIFA World Cup to detailed preparation on the training ground,...

2026 WC: Antoine Semenyo named Man of the Match as Ghana edge Panama in opener

Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo was named Man of the Match following an influential display in Ghana’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in their...

Kane, Bellingham catch the eye but Konsa struggles – England player ratings

England kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia on Wednesday night, as goals from Harry Kane, Jude...

2026 WC: Ronaldo fires blank as Portugal held to shock draw by DR Congo

Yoanne Wissa’s emphatic header proved pivotal as the Democratic Republic of the Congo earned their first-ever FIFA World Cup point in a hard-fought 1-1...

2026 WC: Ghana High Commission distributes tickets to supporters across Canada

The Ghana High Commission in Ottawa has successfully distributed FIFA World Cup tickets provided by President John Dramani Mahama to Ghanaian supporters across Canada,...

Thomas Partey will not have Villarreal contract renewed, set to become free agent

Villarreal are not intending to renew Thomas Partey’s contract for a further season, leaving the player without a club from the end of this...

Failure to beat Panama in World Cup group stage will be disappointing – Black Stars told

Ghanaian football fans in Kumasi say anything less than victory against Panama in the World Cup group stage will be a major disappointment for...