Black Stars
Stories in this category
Carlos Queiroz hails disciplined Black Stars despite draw with Wales
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed satisfaction with his team’s discipline and tactical understanding, insisting Ghana are on an upward trajectory as preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continue. Ghana were held to a 1-1 draw against Wales on Tuesday night at the Cardiff City Stadium in a friendly...
Benjamin Asare’s performance questioned after Ghana’s 1-1 draw against Wales
Former Ghana international Augustine Arhinful has raised concerns about the performance of Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following Ghana’s 1-1 draw with Wales in an international friendly at the Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday. The match formed part of Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with head...
Government spent GH¢58 million on Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup campaign – Finance Minister
The Government of Ghana spent GH¢58 million to support the Black Stars’ participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has disclosed. Dr Forson made the revelation while presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Thursday, July 23, as part of government’s accountabilit...
We must move forward and build a new future for Black Stars — Djiku
Ghana defender Alexander Djiku has expressed disappointment over the Black Stars’ recent struggles on the international stage but believes the team must now focus on rebuilding for the future. Djiku, who missed Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign through injury, said he was frustrated that the team failed to progress...
2026 WC: Canada defends visa rejection of Thomas Partey ahead of opener against Panama
Canada’s Immigration Minister Lena Diab has defended the decision to reject Thomas Partey’s visa application, a ruling that will see the Ghana midfielder miss the Black Stars’ opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Partey, formerly of Arsenal, is currently awaiting trial in London after pleading not guilty to multip...
2026 WC: Black Stars will put up one of their best performances – Kurt Okraku assures
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has expressed confidence that the Black Stars can produce one of their strongest performances yet at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His comments were made on Friday, May 8, during the official unveiling of a new partnership between the GFA and Gold Fields Ghana....
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz rejects claims of external influence in Black Stars squad selection
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has dismissed claims that outside forces play a role in his decisions regarding player call-ups to the national team. Queiroz addressed the issue during a press conference on Monday ahead of Ghana’s international friendly against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium on Tuesday, June 2...
2026 WC: I wasn’t worried – Frederick Asare opens up on missing Black Stars squad
Former Asante Kotoko goalkeeper, Frederick Asare, has revealed that he was not disappointed after missing out on a call-up to Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the players selected deserved their places. The goalkeeper made 4 appearances for Durban City Football Club in South Africa in the 2025/...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz hints at Black Stars selection criteria
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has set out his approach to player selection ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that only deserving and fully fit players will earn a place in his squad. Speaking during his unveiling at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, the experienced Portuguese tactician underlined that no play...
![LilWin meets up with Black Stars players, GFA president ahead of England clash [Video]](/storage/imports/featured/ec58cb599f1ef8268acec9ffd0236bbb560266a8.webp)
LilWin meets up with Black Stars players, GFA president ahead of England clash [Video]
Comic actor LilWin has paid a visit to the Black Stars camp in United States ahead of Ghana’s crucial Group L encounter against England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In videos he shared on social media,LilWin was seen interacting with members of the national team and offering prayers for success as they prepare for […]
2026 WC: Wales friendly a key dress rehearsal for Black Stars – Henry Asante Twum
Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum says the Black Stars’ international friendly against Wales will offer a crucial preview of the tactical and physical demands they are likely to face when they meet England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, a...
Carlos Queiroz promises fair chance for local players in Black Stars selection
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has pledged to give home-based players a genuine opportunity to earn places in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced Portuguese tactician made the assurance during his official unveiling at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, where he was introduced as Otto Addo’s replac...