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Man City appoint Enzo Maresca as new manager

Manchester City have appointed Enzo Maresca as their new manager. Maresca has signed a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium, and...

Winfried Schafer commends Otto Addo’s influence on Black Stars despite ‘painful’ sack

Former Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schäfer has defended Otto Addo’s tenure with the Ghana national team, insisting the sacked coach made meaningful progress...

Otto Addo dismissal was shocking – Ex-Black Stars Technical Advisor Winfried Schäfer

Former Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schäfer has admitted he was shocked by the Ghana Football Association’s decision to dismiss Otto Addo. Addo, who guided...

2026 WC: We conceded easy goals against Croatia – Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has pointed to defensive lapses as the key reason behind the Black Stars’ 2-1 defeat to Croatia in their...

2026 WC: Ghana secure at least $13.5m after reaching knockout stage

The Black Stars of Ghana have secured a minimum of $13.5 million in FIFA prize money after booking a place in the Round of...

South Korea president calls for government investigation into World Cup exit as head coach resigns

South Korea president Lee Jae Myung has called for the country’s sports ministry to investigate the national team’s World Cup group-stage exit, with head...

2026 WC: Spain’s Williams criticises tackle that injured him

Nico Williams has criticised Uruguay's Nicolas de la Cruz for a "completely unnecessary" tackle that injured the Spain winger, who is expected to miss...

Ugarte has ‘most serious injury footballer can face’

Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte says he suffered "the most serious injury a footballer can face" while playing at the World Cup for Uruguay. The...

South Africa’s defeat marks World Cup farewell for coach Hugo Broos

South Africa coach Hugo Broos said his side's 1-0 loss to Canada would be his final act at a World Cup, potentially bringing down...

2026 WC: Late Eustaquio goal sends Canada into last 16 with win over South Africa

Stephen Eustaquio's stoppage-time winner fired Canada to a 1-0 win over South Africa on Sunday in the first match of the World Cup knockout...

2026 WC: We wanted to win against Croatia – Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante

Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has dismissed claims that Ghana approached their final Group L match against Croatia with anything less than a winning...

FIFA’s 48-team expansion has made World Cup ‘vulgar and ordinary’, says Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has criticized the decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams, saying it has devalued the qualification process...

Historic achievement for Africa as nine nations reach FIFA World Cup Round of 32

African football will enjoy unprecedented representation in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after nine nations secured places in the knockout phase of...

FIFA World Cup: Round of 32 bracket and schedule confirmed

The knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on Sunday with South Africa taking on Canada in the first round of 32 tie. With the...

Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland’s Xhaka

Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale after it emerged Chelsea have entered talks with the player's camp over a potential move. The Switzerland international,...

2026 WC: We will give our best to go far – Ghana defender Derrick Luckassen

Black Stars defender Derrick Luckassen has stressed that Ghana’s World Cup journey should not stop at mere qualification, insisting the team is aiming much...

Fans rally behind Black Stars at Adom FM, Asempa FM watch party despite Croatia defeat[Photos]

Football fans thronged Electroland on Ring Road in Accra on Saturday, June 27, as Adom FM and Asempa FM hosted a lively watch party...

2026 WC: : Black Stars set up Round of 32 clash with Colombia after narrow loss to Croatia

The Black Stars of Ghana will face Colombia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite ending their Group L...

2026 WC: Ghana taste first defeat against Croatia to finish 3rd in Group L

Ghana suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Croatia in their final Group L fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Nikola Vlašić's late...

Kane breaks World Cup record as England beat Panama to top group

Harry Kane became England's record World Cup goalscorer as they recovered from an unconvincing start to overcome Panama and finish top of Group L. Jude...

Clarke steps down as Scotland boss after World Cup exit

Steve Clarke has resigned as head coach following Scotland's exit from the World Cup. The Scottish FA announced his departure in a statement just moments...

2026 WC: Historic win for DR Congo sets up England tie in last 32

DR Congo set up a World Cup last-32 meeting with England by reaching the knockouts for the first time as they came from behind...

Salah an injury doubt for Egypt’s last-32 tie

Egypt captain Mohamed Salah is a doubt for Friday's World Cup last-32 tie against Australia after suffering a hamstring injury. The 34-year-old was substituted during Egypt's...

2026 WC: Ghana secure Round of 32 spot ahead of Croatia clash

The Black Stars of Ghana have officially qualified for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming one of the first...

Ibrahim Mahama seeks Boston Stadium blueprint for new project in Ghana

Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has disclosed that businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has directed him and the Ghana Football Association (GFA)...

How Cape Verde stunned World Cup to set up Argentina tie

Cape Verde have made history by becoming the smallest nation to reach the knockout stage at the World Cup. The prize for a side representing...

Messi to start final Argentina group match on bench

World Cup top scorer Lionel Messi will start Argentina's final group match against Jordan on the bench, manager Lionel Scaloni has confirmed. Messi, 39, leads...

2026 WC: Iran still hold chance to progress while Egypt go through

Iran had a goal ruled out for offside and hit the crossbar in the final seconds of a 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle,...

Belgium beat New Zealand 5-1 to advance to World Cup knockout stage

Leandro Trossard scored twice as Belgium booked their place in the World Cup knockout stage with a dominant win over New Zealand. In a must-win...

2026 WC: We have to be aggressive around match officials – Semenyo

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has called on his teammates to be aggressive around match officials at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a...

2026 WC: We will play to win against Croatia – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz pledges

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has stressed that his side will not adopt a defensive mindset when they take on Croatia in their final...

2026 WC: We have to be cutious – Antoine Semenyo urges Black Stars teammates ahead of Croatia

Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo insists Ghana are fully focused on securing qualification and are not looking beyond their decisive Group L clash against...

2026 WC: Senegal revive qualification hopes by putting five past Iraq

Senegal crushed Iraq 5-0 in Group I of their World Cup game on Friday afternoon in the United States. Both sides needed a big win...

2026 WC: First half Dembele hat-trick fires France past Norway to seal top spot

Ousmane Dembele struck the second fastest hat-trick in World Cup history as France topped Group I courtesy of a 4-1 win over second-placed Norway in Boston. The Paris Saint-Germain...

2026 WC: Sports Minister hints at contract extension for Carlos Queiroz after World Cup

Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has suggested that Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz could be handed a contract extension after Ghana's campaign...

2026 WC: Mahama to offer special reward for Black Stars after tournament

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has disclosed that President John Dramani Mahama is preparing a special package for the Black Stars following their...

2026 WC: Ibrahim Mahama reaffirms $5m Black Stars pledge after impressive start

Ghanaian businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has reiterated his commitment to supporting the Black Stars, saying he is ready to fulfil — and potentially...

2026 WC: We are capable of performing at the highest level, says Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed confidence in Ghana’s performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising the team’s ability to compete...

2026 WC: Ghana is capable of beating Croatia – Winfried Schafer

Former Ghana technical advisor Winfried Schäfer has expressed confidence that the Black Stars have the quality to defeat Croatia in their final Group L...

Winfried Schafer denies involvement in Otto Addo’s sacking as Black Stars coach

Former Ghana Black Stars technical director Winfried Schäfer has dismissed suggestions that he played any role in the dismissal of Otto Addo, insisting the...