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Asare, Ayew dropped as Carlos Queiroz announces Black Stars squad for Mexico friendly
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has unveiled a 23-man squad for Ghana’s upcoming international friendly against Mexico later this month, blending talent from the domestic league, Europe, and the country’s U-23 setup. The selection features a mix of experienced internationals and emerging prospects as Ghana contin...
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Old Tafo MP slams decision to sack Otto Addo [Audio]
A Ranking member of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sports, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has sharply criticised the Ghana Football Association (GFA) over the dismissal of Otto Addo, calling the move poorly timed and indicative of weak leadership. The GFA confirmed Addo’s departure on Monday, March 31, following consecu...
2026 WC: What to know about Ghana’s group opponent, England
Get the lowdown on every team at the 2026 World Cup. Here we take a closer look at England. What can I expect from England? No one can accuse Thomas Tuchel of bowing to popular opinion. His eclectic squad ruffled feathers and raised eyebrows, but he was never going to waiver from his belief that forging a […]
Coach Carlos Queiroz begins European player engagements
Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz has since last Sunday began an European tour for monitoring and engagements with Black stars players after starting World Cup preparations in Accra. The Portuguese trainer, who was unveiled in Accra last week started work with the monitoring of players of the Black Galaxies before...
Sacking Otto Addo was the right decision – Fred Pappoe
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has endorsed the federation’s decision to part ways with head coach Otto Addo, just 72 days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The GFA confirmed Addo’s dismissal on March 31, following a poor run of results during the most recent international window. The...
Thursdays for the Black Stars: Gov’t institutionalises weekly updates on $30m World Cup fund
The Ministry of Finance has turned the spotlight on fiscal discipline and national pride, designating every Thursday as a formal day of reckoning and contribution for the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
2026 WC: Black Stars lacked cohesion – Kofi Adams
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has admitted that the Black Stars lacked the cohesion and understanding required to compete consistently with the world’s top teams during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana’s campaign in North America ended in the Round of 32 after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia, with Jhon Arias...
Ebenezer Annan set to miss Black Stars friendly vs Mexico amid AS Saint-Étienne promotion push
Ghanaian player Ebenezer Annan is likely to miss the Black Stars’ upcoming pre-World Cup friendly against Mexico after being caught between national duty and a crucial club commitment in France. The left-back was recently handed a call-up by new Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz as part of preparations for the Worl...
2026 World Cup: ‘There are no easy games’ – Jordan Ayew ahead of England clash
Ayew captained Ghana in the opening game against Panama as they picked up all three points in the opening game of the World Cup for the first time since 2010.
Black Stars could have made an impact if Carlos Queiroz was appointed earlier – Kofi Adams
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams believes the Black Stars could have achieved a better result at the 2026 FIFA World Cup if head coach Carlos Queiroz had been appointed earlier. The experienced Portuguese coach, 73, replaced Otto Addo in April, only weeks before Ghana’s participation in the global tournament....
Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer aiming to make Black Stars squad for 2026 World Cup
Germany-born attacker Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer has reiterated his ambition to earn a place in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting he will continue to work hard to impress the technical team. The 24-year-old is currently in camp with the Black Stars after receiving a late invitation for the interna...
We want to win against Austria – Antoine Semenyo
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has expressed his determination for victory as the Black Stars prepare to face Austria in an international friendly on Friday. The West Africans will take on the European side at the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna as part of their build-up to the upcoming World Cup. Speaking ahead of the e...