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We will surprise people at 2026 World Cup – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed strong belief in Ghana’s chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has the quality to “surprise people” at the tournament in North America. The experienced forward made the remarks ahead of Ghana’s international friendly against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadiu...
World Cup 2026: Nine African nations reach knockout stage as Tunisia bows out
Ghana and eight other African representatives are in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an impressive group-stage campaign that saw every African nation except Tunisia progress to the Round of 32.
Stonebwoy urges Ghanaians to support Black Stars despite World Cup exit
Award-winning Ghanaian musician Stonebwoy has called on Ghanaians to show greater support for the Black Stars following the team’s exit from the FIFA World Cup, urging fans to appreciate the players’ efforts instead of subjecting them to constant criticism. Speaking during a TikTok Live session, the musician said he wa...
‘They took their chance; we didn’t’ — Jerome Opoku reflects on Ghana’s World Cup exit
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has attributed Ghana's elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team's inability to convert scoring opportunities, saying fine margins ultimately separated the Black Stars from Colombia.
2026 WC: Government pledges financial stability for Black Stars ahead of Colombia clash
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Iddie Adams has assured that government is taking steps to ensure financial issues do not become a distraction for Black Stars as they prepare for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup. The assurance comes ahead of Ghana’s Round of 32 encounter with Colombia, with the team mak...
Ghana has a chance to win 2026 World Cup, says ‘confident’ GFA president Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has declined to dismiss the Black Stars’ chances of going all the way at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that football history repeatedly proves the unpredictable nature of the game. Ghana will be among 48 nations competing for the global title in North...
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Fans rally behind Black Stars at Adom FM, Asempa FM watch party despite Croatia defeat[Photos]
Football fans thronged Electroland on Ring Road in Accra on Saturday, June 27, as Adom FM and Asempa FM hosted a lively watch party for Ghana’s decisive Group L clash against Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The venue came alive long before kickoff, with supporters dressed in Ghana’s national colours chanting, singi...
2026 WC: Black Stars will win against Panama – Carlos Queiroz declares
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has insisted that his side will begin their 2026 World Cup campaign with a victory over Panama. The Black Stars open their Group L campaign on Wednesday, June 17, at BMO Field against Panama, in what will be their first match of the tournament. Preparations for Ghana have, however, been...
Ghana versus Wales: The winners and losers from Black Stars friendly
Ghana ended a run of five consecutive losses when they held Wales to a 1-1 draw at the Cardiff City Stadium. While Ghana did not win, the manner of their second-half performance suggests that new coach Carlos Queiroz may be able to get a tune out of this uber-talented group. The Black Stars played with […]
2026 WC: Black Stars to face Honduras in final warm-up game ahead of tournament
The Black Stars of Ghana will conclude their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a behind-closed-doors friendly against Honduras on June 9, with the venue yet to be confirmed. The fixture replaces a previously planned match against Jamaica, which could not be finalised after negotiations fell through. The gam...
Honduras friendly cancellation deals blow to Ghana’s World Cup preparations
Ghana’s final preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a setback after Honduras withdrew from a planned international friendly scheduled for June 9. The match, which was expected to be played behind closed doors, formed part of the Black Stars’ final build-up ahead of the tournament in North America. It h...
I don’t know why I was sacked – Former Ghana coach Otto Addo
Former Ghana head coach Otto Addo has revealed that he still does not know why he was dismissed from his role as Black Stars coach earlier this year. The 50-year-old, who returned for a second spell in charge of the national team in March 2024, was relieved of his duties in March 2026 following a […]