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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...

Telecel expands promotion of sports, culture as Otumfuo tees off 69th Open Golf Championship in Kumasi

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, teed off the Telecel 69th Asantehene Open Golf Championship on Friday, June 26 on the lush greens of...

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...

Ghana’s UN Mission confirms distribution of World Cup tickets to selected diaspora members

Some members of the Ghanaian community in the United States have received government-sponsored tickets to support the Black Stars at the FIFA World Cup...

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...

2026 WC: Kwasi Sibo targets Group L top spot as Black Stars eye win over Croatia

Black Stars midfielder Kwasi Sibo has set his sights on finishing top of Group L at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Ghana...

Laryea Kingston calls on Carlos Queiroz to tweak tactics against Croatia

Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has called for slight tactical adjustments from the Black Stars as they continue their campaign at the FIFA World...

2026 WC: Black Stars arrive in Philadelphia for final crunch Croatia clash

The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in Philadelphia ahead of their decisive FIFA World Cup Group L encounter against Croatia on Saturday, with...

‘We could call it racist’ – Ivory Coast boss sad at Schweinsteiger comments

Comments from former Germany midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger about Ivory Coast's "wild" playing style could be considered racist, says their manager Emerse Fae. Schweinsteiger, speaking before...

2026 WC: Australia and Paraguay play out draw which suits both

Australia sealed their passage to the last 32 and Paraguay are almost certain to join them after they shared a drab draw in San...

Ivory Coast reach World Cup knockouts for first time

Ivory Coast reached the knockout stages for the first time in World Cup history thanks to a Nicolas Pepe double as they eliminated minnows...

2026 WC: Ecuador stun Germany to reach World Cup last 32

Ecuador reached the World Cup knockout stage in dramatic fashion as they came from behind to beat Germany in New Jersey and set up...

2026 WC: Brobbey scores again as Dutch set up Morocco tie in last 32

Two goals within the first seven minutes helped to guide the Netherlands to victory over Tunisia as they finished top of Group F. Winning the...

2026 WC: Japan and Sweden progress with draw – but tough ties await

Anthony Elanga scored a second-half stunner to secure a last-32 spot for Sweden as they came from behind to earn a point against Japan. Graham...

Man City agree record fee with Forest for Anderson

Manchester City have agreed a deal with Nottingham Forest to sign Elliot Anderson for a club record £116m. The England midfielder, 23, is set to have a medical...

2026 WC: Government delegation visits Black Stars ahead of Croatia clash

A high-powered government delegation on Thursday visited the Black Stars' camp in Rhode Island to boost the team's morale ahead of their crucial final...

2026 WC: Black Stars travel to Philadelphia for final Group L game against Croatia

The Black Stars have relocated from Rhode Island to Philadelphia as preparations intensify ahead of their decisive FIFA World Cup Group L encounter against...

2026 WC: Ghana could face Portugal or Colombia in knockout phase

Ghana could be heading for a high-stakes knockout clash against either Portugal or Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, depending on how Group...

Meet Kevin Akoto and friend being paid $50,000 to watch every single World Cup match

The World Cup is ramping up with six matches scheduled each day until the end of the group stage, which makes tuning in something...

2026 WC: Credit to them – England boss Thomas Tuchel after Ghana’s stalemate with England

England manager Thomas Tuchel has lauded Ghana’s organisation and resilience after the Black Stars held the Three Lions to a goalless draw in their...

2026 WC: Ghana played well – England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford

England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford has praised Ghana’s tactical organisation and resilience after the two sides played out a goalless draw in their Group L...

Scotland’s World Cup hopes dealt major blow after defeat to Vinicius-inspired Brazil

Brazil sealed top spot in Group C with a commanding 3-0 victory over Scotland, thanks to a Vinicius Junior brace and a second-half strike...

South Africa stun South Korea to make World Cup history

South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history -- an...

2026 WC: Morocco beat Haiti to progress as runners-up

Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine scored late goals for Morocco to deny Haiti their first-ever World Cup point in Atlanta. Morocco pegged the Caribbean nation...

Switzerland beat Canada but both through to World Cup last 32

Switzerland sealed their place in the last 32 of the World Cup by defeating co-hosts Canada to finish top of Group B. Goals from Ruben...

2026 WC: Bosnia knock out Qatar to boost World Cup last-32 hopes

Bosnia-Herzegovina boosted their hopes of reaching the knockout stages of the World Cup for a first ever time by defeating Qatar in their final...