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Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show

Pop giants Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber have performed for thousands of spectators at the World Cup final in a half-time show to...

IShowSpeed kicks off World Cup closing ceremony in blaze of colour

The 2026 World Cup closing ceremony has kicked off with a performance from streamer IShowSpeed, who took to the field alongside drummers and dancers...

Deschamps predicts ‘spectacular’ France v Spain semi-final

France boss Didier Deschamps is predicting a "spectacular" semi-final when his exciting side take on Spain in a heavyweight World Cup showdown in Dallas...

2026 WC: Quarter-final fixtures confirmed

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its knockout climax, with the quarter-final fixtures now officially confirmed following the completion of the Round of...

2026 WC: Ghana ready for Colombia challenge, says captain Jordan Ayew

Ghana captain Jordan Ayew says the Black Stars are fully prepared for their highly anticipated Round of 32 showdown against Colombia at the 2026...

Morocco beat Netherlands on penalties to reach last 16 of World Cup

Morocco beat the Netherlands in a penalty shootout after the match finished 1-1 to advance to the round of 16 on Monday night. Ismael Saibari...

Ghana Sports Fund boss rallies support for Black Stars despite Croatia defeat

The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr. David Kofi Wuaku, has urged Ghanaians to remain firmly behind the Black Stars, describing the team’s...

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...

Ghana Sports Fund boss commends Black Stars after England draw

The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr. David Kofi Waku, has commended the Black Stars for their impressive performance in the goalless draw...

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...

Kumasi soccer fans upbeat about Ghana’s progress at the World Cup after Black Stars draw with England

Football enthusiasts in Kumasi say the Black Stars’ draw against England has restored confidence in the squad, with many insisting Ghana is now ready...

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...

Kumasi sales and hopes rise as Black Stars target England for qualification

It was an exciting opener for Ghanaians and the Black Stars after the national team triumphed over Panama at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But...

2026 WC: Turkiye crash out as Paraguay hang on despite historic Almiron red card

A second defeat in succession meant Turkiye became only the second side of the tournament to be mathematically dispatched from World Cup 2026. Paraguay...

2026 WC: Morocco boost qualification chances with narrow win over Scotland

Morocco were straight out f the traps when Ismael Saibarri scored within 70 seconds, to give his side the advantage. Scotland were understandably rattled by...

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...

Black Stars playing against England is a motivation, I’m certain they’ll do well – C.K. Akonnor

Former Black Stars coach C.K. Akonnor believes Ghana must significantly improve in all aspects of its game ahead of the crucial FIFA World Cup...

2026 World Cup: We don’t know exactly why it happened – Akonnor on goalkeeper switch [Audio]

Former Ghana captain, Charles Akonnor, has weighed in on concerns surrounding Ghana’s goalkeeping situation following the Black Stars’ 1-0 win over Panama at the...

2026 WC: They sacrificed a lot for each other – Akonnor praises Black Stars team unity [Audio]

Former Ghana captain, Charles Akonnor, has praised the Black Stars for their disciplined performance in their 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match...

Not the best of performance, but… – George Afriyie on Ghana’s win over Panama [Audio]

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President, George Afriyie, has urged Ghanaians to remain supportive of the national team following Ghana’s victory over Panama...

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...

Adom FM/Asempa FM host thrilling Black Stars watch party at Blueprint Lounge [Photos]

Football fans gathered in their numbers at Blueprint Lounge in Kotobabi on Wednesday, June 17, as Adom FM and Asempa FM hosted a vibrant...

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...

Bawumia rallies behind Black Stars ahead of World Cup opener against Panama

Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has extended his best wishes to the Black Stars as Ghana begins...

2026 WC: We will showcase our strength against Panama – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed confidence in the Black Stars' ability to demonstrate their quality when they face Panama in their opening...

2026 WC: Ghana v Panama preview

The Black Stars of Ghana begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign tonight with a Group L fixture against Panama at BMO Field in...

Messi draws level with Klose as hat-trick v Algeria kicks off Argentina’s title defence

Lionel Messi recorded yet another accolade in his legendary career just a week shy of his 39th birthday, hitting his first World Cup hat-trick...

2026 WC: Asamoah Gyan urges unity and support as Black Stars begin campaign against Panama

Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has called on Ghanaians to rally behind the national team as they prepare to launch their 2026 FIFA...

2026 WC: Black Stars’ knockout qualification chances hinges on Panama game – Sannie Daara

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director, Ibrahim Sannie Daara, has called on the Black Stars to open their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign...

2026 WC: Thomas Partey set for Canadian court appeal as Ghana awaits verdict ahead of Panama opener

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is expected to appear before a Canadian Federal Court on Tuesday in a last-ditch effort to overturn a visa denial...

2026 WC: Black Stars will win against Panama – Carlos Queiroz declares

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has insisted that his side will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign with a victory over Panama. The Black Stars...

2026 WC: Black Stars arrive in Toronto ahead of Panama opener [Photos]

The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in Toronto as they step up preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening Group L fixture...

2026 WC: We will fight to beat Panama – Black Stars Assistant Coach

Assistant Black Stars coach Desmond Ofei has insisted Ghana will leave no stone unturned as they prepare for their opening World Cup Group L...

2026 WC: I’m not confident in Black Stars — Ex-Sports Minister

Former Ghana Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has cast uncertainty over the Black Stars’ chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he...

Tunisia appoint Herve Renard as new head coach after firing Sabri Lamouchi

Tunisia have brought in Herve Renard to oversee the remainder of their World Cup campaign, it has been announced. The move comes after Sabri Lamouchi,...

Uruguay fight back to claim draw as Araujo breaks Saudi Arabia resistance

Maxi Araujo scored a late Uruguay equaliser to deny Saudi Arabia another memorable opening-game win at a World Cup. Saudi Arabia stunned the world when...

2026 WC: Cape Verde’s Vozinha in tears as cost of visa stopped mother being at Spain draw

Vozinha, the 40-year-old goalkeeper who was named player of the match after making seven saves in his side’s 0-0 draw against Spain, was in...

VAR official says hand gesture was ‘involuntary, subconscious twitch’

Video assistant referee Shaun Evans says an 'OK' sign hand gesture was "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" after he was cleared by a Fifa investigation. Evans...

2026 WC: Black Stars depart Rhode Island for Toronto ahead of opener against Panama

Ghana's Black Stars have departed Rhode Island for Toronto as they step up preparations for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup...

Belgium and Egypt play out entertaining draw in World Cup

Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed Salah's 34th birthday. Emam Ashour opened...