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Judge me by results, not my personal qualities – Carlos Queiroz
Newly appointed Black Stars coach, Carlos Queiroz, has said that he would rather be judged by his results than by his personal qualities. Speaking ahead of his first game in charge of the Black Stars, the Portuguese trainer said: ”I don’t want you to judge me for my personal qualities. I’m here for you to […]
2026 WC: Black Stars must rise to the occasion – Stephen Appiah
Former captain and Vice Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Stephen Appiah, has called on the national team to rise to the occasion and make the country proud at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, represented by the Ghana national football team, will feature at the tournament co-hosted by the United States,...
Could Sellas Tetteh have become Ghana’s Luis de la Fuente?
When Spain appointed Luis de la Fuente as their senior national team coach, it was not a gamble. It was the culmination of a long-term vision. Having coached Spain’s U-19s, U-21s and Olympic team, De la Fuente knew the country’s best young talents inside out. He had developed many of the players before they reached […]
Ghanaians must lower expectations from after World Cup exit – Sannie Daara
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Ibrahim Sannie Daara has called on Ghanaians to manage their expectations of the Black Stars ahead of major tournaments, warning that unrealistic predictions often result in unnecessary disappointment. Ghana’s hopes of making a strong impact at the 2026 FI...
2026 World Cup: Ghana fails in bid to have Partey’s Canada visa denial overturned
The Villarreal player, formerly of Arsenal, was charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in July 2025 by London’s Metropolitan Police. In September of that year, he pleaded not guilty. He was charged with two new counts of rape in February this year, to which he pleaded not guilty in April.
Winfried Schafer commends Otto Addo’s influence on Black Stars despite ‘painful’ sack
Former Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schäfer has defended Otto Addo’s tenure with the Ghana national team, insisting the sacked coach made meaningful progress despite recent setbacks. Addo, who previously stepped down after the 2022 FIFA World Cup, was reappointed in March 2024 on a three-year contract but str...
Black Stars begin Wales camp as Queiroz prepares for World Cup decisions
The Black Stars, have opened camp in Cardiff, with a core group of players already reporting ahead of their 2 June international friendly against Wales. At least nine players, including captain Jordan Ayew, goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Gideon Mensah, Jerome Opoku, Marvin Senaya and Alidu Seidu, hav...
2026 WC: Inaki Williams proud of Black Stars despite Round of 32 exit
Forward Inaki Williams has expressed pride in the Black Stars despite their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising the team’s effort and the unwavering support of Ghanaians throughout the tournament. The four-time African champions saw their World Cup journey come to an end after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colo...
Queiroz admits feeling pressure ahead of World Cup
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has acknowledged the pressure that comes with leading Ghana into the upcoming FIFA World Cup, admitting the expectations surrounding the team weigh heavily on him. The Portuguese tactician takes charge of a Ghana side that has lost its last five matches, with the Black Stars’ most...
Black Stars players to receive $100,000 appearance fee for 2026 World Cup
The minister for sports and recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that Black Stars players will each receive an appearance fee of $100,000 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He said the government has approved the package for players selected to represent Ghana at the tournament, which will be staged in the United States, Ca...
2026 WC: Ghana secure at least $13.5m after reaching knockout stage
The Black Stars of Ghana have secured a minimum of $13.5 million in FIFA prize money after booking a place in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup. The four-time African champions advanced to the knockout phase after finishing third in Group L with four points from three matches, ensuring their continued participation...
Build Ghanaian coaches – ADC urges after Black Stars World Cup exit
Ghana’s exit from the ongoing FIFA World Cup has reignited debate over the future of the Black Stars, with the Africa Development Council (ADC) urging greater investment in local coaches instead of relying on foreign appointments.