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Sports Ministry denies sponsoring fans for Black Stars Germany friendlies
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has dismissed claims that it sponsored individuals to travel to Germany for the Black Stars international friendlies. In a statement issued on 29 March 2026, the Ministry described the allegations—circulating in a viral social media video—as false and misleading. According to the M...

Black Stars begin preparations in Cardiff ahead of Wales friendly and 2026 World Cup
The Black Stars of Ghana have officially opened camp in Cardiff as preparations intensify for next week’s international friendly against Wales ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A total of 13 players took part in the team’s first training session at Dragon Park on Monday, with the remaining members of the squad expected...

2026 WC: Black Stars must be cautious against group opponents – Albert Adomah
Former Ghana international Albert Adomah has urged the Black Stars to approach every opponent with caution and respect ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, will be making their fifth appearance at the global showpiece after being drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama. S...

2026 WC: GFA lauded for Carlos Queiroz’s appointment as Black Stars coach
Former Ghana striker Godwin Attram has welcomed the Ghana Football Association’s appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars, describing it as a positive step that could reshape the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced Portuguese tactician was confirmed as Ghana’s new head...

2026 WC: Mahama calls for transparency in sports spending
President John Dramani Mahama has called for greater consistency and transparency in the disclosure of spending on sporting activities in Ghana. He made the appeal while addressing a fundraising event on Friday, March 20, at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, held in support of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA...

2026 WC: Black Stars can cause a surprise despite concerns – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare remains confident that Ghana can spring a surprise at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite doubts surrounding the team’s recent performances. The four-time African champions have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama for the tournament, which will be hosted joi...

Frank Lampard delighted with Caleb Yirenkyi’s Coventry City arrival
Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has expressed his delight with the arrival of Ghana international midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, insisting the club has great belief in the young talent. Yirenkyi made an immediate impression on his Coventry debut, registering an assist in their 2-0 pre-season victory over AS Monaco. The...

England Applied for Goals. Ghana Requested Additional Documentation…
Once upon a time, England came to the Gold Coast. They arrived in ships, carrying flags, maps, administrators, missionaries and the calm confidence of people who believed the world was simply waiting to be properly arranged by them. Eventually, they left.

2026 WC: Jerome Opoku warns against complacency as Ghana nears knockout stage
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has stressed that Ghana will remain composed and focused despite their strong start to the World Cup campaign, as attention now shifts to a decisive Group L fixture against Croatia. Ghana earned a hard-fought goalless draw against England at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday night, a result...

2026 WC: England will face a determined Ghana team – Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, says the Black Stars are capable of giving England a tough challenge when the two sides meet at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana are set to face the Three Lions in their second Group L fixture at Gillette Stadium on June 23, following their opening […]

World Cup reality check: Mexico beat fringe Black Stars 2-0 in Puebla friendly
A youthful Ghana side, largely made up of Ghana Premier League players and U-23 prospects, suffered a 2-0 defeat to Mexico in an international friendly at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc in Puebla on Saturday morning.

Davido rallies behind Black Stars ahead of England World Cup clash
While some football fans across Africa have thrown their support behind England ahead of Ghana’s crucial World Cup encounter, Nigerian music superstar Davido has publicly backed the Black Stars. Ahead of Ghana’s second Group L match against England, the award-winning artiste took to social media to express his support...