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GFA appoints Carlos Queiroz as new Black Stars coach
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed experienced Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz replaces Otto Addo, who was dismissed in March following consecutive friendly defeats to Austria and Germany. The decision was confirmed by the GF...
I felt I would be sack after weeks of my reappointment as Black Stars coach – Otto Addo
Former Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has revealed that he feared his second stint in charge of Ghana could come to an end just weeks after his appointment, citing growing tensions with the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The 50-year-old was reappointed as Ghana’s head coach in March 2024 but was dismissed two year...
Chris Hughton: Former Black Stars coach survives cancer
Former Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton has made a successful recovery from prostate cancer after being diagnosed in April 2025. According to a Daily Mail report, the former Tottenham Hotspur and Republic of Ireland national team defender discovered the illness early and underwent surgery in May 2025. Speaking abou...
2026 WC: Check out Black Stars jersey numbers as Brandon Thomas-Asante handed No. 10 shirt
Ghana have officially confirmed the squad numbers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the announcement of the Black Stars’ final 26-man squad by head coach Carlos Queiroz. The Portuguese tactician unveiled his squad on Monday, June 1, ahead of the tournament, which will be staged across the United States, Canada and...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz announces final Black Stars 26-man squad
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has confirmed his final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, finalising his selection ahead of the tournament. The list features key decisions, including the omission of goalkeepers Paul Reverson and Solomon Agbasi from the initial 28-man provisional squad. Vice-cap...
2026 WC: It’s disappointing – Carlos Queiroz after Ghana’s loss to Colombia
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has described his side’s World Cup elimination as a “disappointing” outcome after the Black Stars were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City. Speaking after the Round of 32 defeat, the Portuguese manager acknowledged his players’ effort but said they fell short against stronger oppositio...
2026 WC: Thomas-Asante played when it was necessary – Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has explained Brandon Thomas-Asante’s limited involvement at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the forward’s bright impact off the bench in the group stage. The Coventry City striker produced one of Ghana’s standout moments of the tournament, providing an assist in a 1-0 win over Pa...
Black Stars will bounce back stronger after World Cup elimination – Kofi Adams
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has urged the Black Stars to use the disappointment of their 2026 FIFA World Cup exit as motivation, insisting the team has the quality to achieve greater success in future tournaments. The Minister delivered his message to the players after Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia in th...
Jordan Ayew hails Antoine Semenyo’s form ahead of Wales friendly clash
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has praised the impressive rise of Antoine Semenyo, urging the forward to carry his club-level brilliance into national duty ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Semenyo, who has been named in Ghana’s final 26-man squad for the tournament in North America, has enjoyed a standout season that...
Kofi Adams proposes overhaul of national teams management structure
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has criticised Ghana’s existing system of assigning separate Management Committees to each national team, describing the arrangement as inefficient and a setback to the country’s long-term sports development. For several years, Ghana’s national teams have operated with individu...
CAF President Motsepe hails Ghana’s 2026 World Cup performance
Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Dr Patrice Motsepe has praised Ghana and other African nations that featured at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing their performances as a significant milestone for football on the continent. Africa was represented by a record 10 teams at the expanded tournament, with...
Yirenkyi scores as Black Stars hold Wales in Queiroz’s first game
The result marked Carlos Queiroz's first game in charge of the Black Stars as preparations continue for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.