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2026 WC: Local players must have a quota system in Black Stars squad – Yusif Chibsah
Former Asante Kotoko and Ghana midfielder Yussif Chibsah has called for the introduction of a quota system to ensure greater inclusion of home-grown players in the senior national team. His comments come amid the ongoing debate on the role of local players in the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Speaking t...
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 Cup campaign. The four-time African champions moved up eight places from 73rd after edging past Panama 1–0 in their Group L opener on Wednesday night. Caleb Yirenkyi scored the decisive goa...
‘I didn’t resign’ – Queiroz shoots down Black Stars resignation reports
Queiroz had been in the news for a recent post on his social media which many took as walking away from the Ghana job despite having a contract which is valid until August.
2026 WC: Jordan Ayew was a disaster – Titus Glover
Former Member of Parliament for Tema East, Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, has launched a strong critique of Jordan Ayew following Ghana’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars were knocked out in the Round of 32 after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia, with Jhon Arias scoring the only goal of the […]
Former Black Stars and Hearts Team Manager Sabahn Quaye passes away
The former Hearts of Oak and Black Stars team manager had been absent from football activities in recent years due to health-related challenges.
Rhode Island assures Black Stars hospitality throughout FIFA World Cup campaign
A vibrant flag-raising ceremony in Providence, Rhode Island, marked the official welcome of Ghana's national football team, the Black Stars, to the United States as the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway.
Leicester City confirm Abdul Fatawu Issahaku move to Ipswich Town
Leicester City have confirmed that Ghana international Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is set to join Ipswich Town after the two clubs reached an agreement over his transfer, subject to league and international clearance. The 22-year-old winger brings an end to a successful three-year spell at the King Power Stadium, having firs...
Ghana must not focus on winning AFCON now – Laryea Kingston
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to focus on rebuilding the Black Stars through a long-term development plan rather than placing immediate emphasis on winning the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Kingston’s comments follow Ghana’s elimination from the ongoing 2026...
We must focus on whoever comes next — Thomas-Asante charge Black Stars
Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has urged Ghana to quickly put behind the disappointment of their defeat to Croatia and channel all attention towards the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, insisting that progression in tournament football is far more important than dwelling on a single result.
Nyaho-Tamakloe backs Queiroz to remain Black Stars coach
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has called on the football governing body to retain Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars, insisting the Portuguese tactician needs time to rebuild the national team. Queiroz was appointed Ghana’s head coach in March following the dismi...
2026 WC: Michael Essien confident Black Stars can make knockout stages
Former Ghana international Michael Essien has expressed confidence that the Black Stars possess the quality to progress to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-time African champions are set to compete at the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, where they have been drawn in Group L a...
Andre Ayew left out of Black Stars’ 26-man World Cup squad
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has omitted veteran forward Andre Ayew from his final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending weeks of speculation over the player’s international future. Ayew, 36, has not featured for Ghana since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where the team exited at the group stage. D...