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2026 WC: We failed to take our chances against Colombia – Jerome Opoku after elimination
Ghana defender Jerome Opoku has blamed the Black Stars’ inability to convert their chances for their exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a narrow defeat to Colombia. The Black Stars’ campaign came to an end after a 1-0 loss to the South Americans in their Round of 32 encounter at Kansas City Stadium […]
MPs hold ‘jama’ session ahead of Black Stars opener against Panama
Members of the Parliament of Ghana were in high spirits on Wednesday, June 17, as they gathered in a lively JAMA-style session ahead of Ghana’s opening World Cup match against Panama tonight.
2026 WC: Why Baba Rahman has returned to Black Stars squad – GFA explains
Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has shed light on Baba Rahman’s return to the Black Stars squad, describing it as a purely technical decision by head coach Carlos Queiroz. The PAOK FC left-back has been included in Ghana’s 28-man provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA Wo...
Black Stars: Marvin Senaya out for several weeks after surgery on hamstring
The Black Stars medical team confirmed the injury following an MRI scan in Kansas City, which revealed a significant hamstring injury. The team’s medical staff immediately commenced initial management of the acute injury.
Sports Minister leads delegation to Ga Mantse for Black Stars World Cup prayers
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has led a high-profile delegation to the Ga Traditional Council to seek blessings ahead of the Black Stars’ crucial FIFA World Cup campaign.
‘We don’t have time’ – Fianoo calls for Schäfer to lead Black Stars temporarily
Former Black Stars Management Committee member Kudjoe Fianoo has suggested that the Ghana national team’s technical director, Winfried Schäfer, be allowed to take charge of the side on an interim basis ahead of the World Cup.
State of football in Ghana is a joke – Daniel Opare
Former Ghana international Daniel Opare has warned that the Black Stars could continue to struggle for years if urgent measures are not taken to improve youth football development in the country. Opare described the current state of Ghanaian football as a “joke,” expressing frustration over what he believes is inadequa...
Kumasi soccer fans upbeat about Ghana’s progress at 2026 World Cup after Black Stars, England stalemate
Football enthusiasts in Kumasi say the Black Stars' draw against England has restored confidence in the squad, as many insist Ghana is now ready for any challenge at the 2026 World Cup.
2026 WC: Odartey Lamptey applauds Ghana’s defensive display against England
Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey has praised the Black Stars’ defensive organisation following their goalless draw with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana’s backline, set up under head coach Carlos Queiroz, has emerged as one of the standout defensive units at the tournament, yet to concede a goal...
Otto Addo should have stepped down after AFCON qualification failure – Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe
Former Ghana Football Association chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has insisted that Otto Addo ought to have resigned following the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). His comments come in the wake of Addo’s dismissal after Ghana’s disappointing showing during the March interna...
U-17 AFCON: Black Starlets drawn in Group D alongside Senegal, South Africa, and Algeria
The Black Starlets of Ghana have discovered their opponents for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following the official draw at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) headquarters in Cairo on Wednesday. The tournament promises intense competition across all four groups. The tournament will take place in...
Ghana’s failure to qualify for 2025 AFCON disappointing – Michael Essien
Former Ghana international Michael Essien has described the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as a major disappointment, urging the team to move forward ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana endured a challenging qualifying campaign, registering three defeats and three draws in six ma...