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Barcelona duo David Oduro and Abdul Aziz set for Black Stars call-up for Mexico friendly
FC Barcelona Atlètic duo David Oduro and Abdul Aziz Issah are in line for potential inclusion in Ghana’s squad for their upcoming international friendly against Mexico national football team next month, as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Ghana national football team will take on Mexico on May 22...
2026 WC: We had to replace Alexander Djiku – Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has explained the decision to replace defender Alexander Djiku ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the centre-back’s injury setback in camp. Djiku was initially named in Ghana’s provisional squad for the tournament, which will be staged across the United States, Canada and M...
Chris Hughton opens up on prostate cancer battle
Former Chris Hughton has revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year but has since undergone successful surgery and is now cancer-free. The 67-year-old received the diagnosis in April and underwent an operation in May to remove his prostate. The condition was detected early, and he has since made a strong...
2026 WC: GFA explains Paintsil and Kohn omissions from Black Stars squad
The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has defended the decision to exclude Joseph Paintsil and Derrick Köhn from Ghana’s 28-man provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Head coach Carlos Queiroz left out the duo when he named his preliminary squad, a decision that...
2026 World Cup: Chief Imam urges national prayers for Black Stars ahead of Panama opener
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, has called on Muslims across Ghana to offer special prayers and spiritual support for the Black Stars as the national team embarks on its qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 WC: Mario Balotelli declares support for Ghana, praises Semenyo at tourney
Former Italy international Mario Balotelli has expressed his strong admiration for Ghana and Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo, praising the striker’s growing influence on the international stage. Semenyo, who joined Manchester City in the January transfer window, has emerged as one of Ghana’s key performers in r...
2026 WC: We have the quality and talent to beat any opposition – Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante
Brandon Thomas-Asante believes Black Stars have the quality and confidence to make a strong run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has the talent to impose itself on any opponent as it prepares for the knockout stage. Ghana secured a place in the Round of 32 after finishing third in Group L […]
Failure to beat Panama in World Cup group stage will be disappointing – Ghanaian fans to Black Stars
Ghanaian football fans in Kumasi say anything less than victory against Panama in the World Cup group stage will be a major disappointment for the Black Stars, as the team prepares for a must-win encounter today.
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 against Panama. The four-time African champions departed Rhode Island after spending the past week in the United States, where they have been engaged in intensive training ahead of...
Photos: Black Stars arrive in Providence for final phase of World Cup preparations
Ghana have arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, for the final phase of preparations ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
Hearts of Oak dismiss theft allegations against Benjamin Asare at Black Stars camp, initiate legal action
Hearts of Oak have strongly rejected allegations circulating online that goalkeeper Benjamin Asare was involved in theft while on national duty with the Black Stars. The claims surfaced on Friday, with reports from the team’s camp in Vienna suggesting that two Rolex watches and an amount of $2,250 belonging to a team o...
2026 WC: We have to show our quality against our opponents – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged Ghana’s squad to rise to the occasion and demonstrate their quality as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Ghana are among a record ten African nations heading to the tournament and have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama — […]