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2026 WC: Brobbey, Gakpo and Summerville on target as Netherlands hit five in Sweden romp

The Netherlands took a big step towards qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages with an emphatic 5-1 win over Sweden. It was the perfect...

Ghana rise to 65th in FIFA Rankings after opening World Cup win over Panama

The Black Stars of Ghana have climbed to 65th in the latest FIFA world rankings following a winning start to their 2026 FIFA World...

2026 WC: I am confident Ghana can shock England – Kurt Okraku

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed confidence that the Black Stars can get a result against England as their 2026 FIFA...

2026 WC: We must fight for each other – Jerome Opoku rallies Black Stars for England showdown

Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has called for unity and maximum effort as Ghana prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L...

2026 WC: It was a perfect result – Jerome Opoku after win over Panama

Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has described Ghana's opening victory against Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the ideal start to their...

2026 WC: Gideon Mensah hails Ghana’s resilience after winning start

Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has praised the determination and resilience of his teammates following Ghana's hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening...

2026 WC: White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions

The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup. Iran are allowed to fly into the...

2026 WC: Cunha at the double as Brazil beat Haiti to go top of group

Brazil recorded their first win of the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to a first-half brace from Matheus Cunha and a goal from Vinicius...

2026 WC: Gary Neville praises Brandon Thomas-Asante’s standout performance against Panama

Former England international and Manchester United defender Gary Neville has praised Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante following his impressive showing at the 2026 FIFA World...

Fifa alters how World Cup tables work – it changes everything

There has been a subtle change in the way Fifa is determining league tables for the 2026 World Cup - and it might have...

2026 WC: England winger Saka unlikely to start against Ghana

England head coach Thomas Tuchel has hinted that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to be in contention to start against Ghana on Tuesday. Saka came off...

2026 WC: USA book place in knockouts with comfortable win over Australia

The USA continued their 100% record at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing an ultimately comfortable 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle. Both goals came in a very...

Obuasi youth petition AngloGold Ashanti over alleged neglect of sports facilities

Concerned youth, football supporters, traditional authorities, sports administrators and residents of Obuasi have petitioned AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Limited over what they describe as years...

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...

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...

Rice expected to be fit to face Ghana despite back pain

Declan Rice is expected to be available for England's World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia. The...

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...

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...

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...

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...