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2026 WC: ‘Exceptional’ Caleb Yirenkyi must be protected – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has called for patience and protection for rising star Caleb Yirenkyi following the midfielder’s match-winning display in Ghana’s opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Yirenkyi emerged as Ghana’s hero in Toronto, scoring deep into stoppage time to secure a dramatic 1-0 victory over Pa...
2026 WC: Kudus’ injury frustrating – Antoine Semenyo
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has voiced concern over the possible absence of teammate Mohammed Kudus ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Kudus, who currently plays for Tottenham Hotspur, is reportedly facing a potential spell on the sidelines after suffering an injury setback that could require surgery. The development...
Player ratings: Oppong earns high marks as Sibo and Adjetey draw low scores in Germany defeat
Black Stars’ 2-1 defeat to Germany on Monday night in their second March international friendly didn’t flatter Ghanaians, as many anticipated a worse result, but it presented the team with many changes, especially defensively. The biggest culprit of the team’s poor showing in the two friendlies is head coach Otto Addo,...
We are expecting a tense game against Austria – Ghana coach Otto Addo
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo is bracing for a demanding test when Ghana face Austria in an international friendly on Friday. The match will be played at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion, with kick-off set for 17:00 GMT, as the West Africans continue their build-up to the next global showpiece. Addressing the media on Thurs...
“GFA pays Queiroz’s hotel bills, residence use is their call” – Kofi Adams
The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has defended the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) decision to repurpose the Black Stars head coach’s official residence into a technical directorate hub.
Otto Addo stresses precision ahead of Austria friendly
Ghana coach Otto Addo has emphasised the need for precise execution as his Black Stars prepare to face Austria in a friendly clash. The match takes place today at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 GMT. Speaking to the media on Thursday, Addo acknowledged the challenge posed by Ralf R...
2026 World Cup: Queiroz tasked to take Black Stars to semi-finals – Sports Minister
Queiroz was unveiled as head coach of the national team last Thursday following the dismissal of Otto Addo after the losses to Austria and Germany during the March international break.
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Black Stars hold first training session at Dragon Park ahead of Wales friendly [Photos]
The Black Stars have begun preparations for their international friendly against Wales, holding their first training session at Dragon Park following the opening of camp on Monday. Head coach Carlos Queiroz officially assembled his squad before naming a provisional 28-man team for the upcoming friendly matches and the...
2026 WC: Making Black Stars will be one of the biggest achievements in my career – Prince Adu Kwabena
Viktoria Plzeň forward Prince Adu Kwabena says earning a spot in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup would rank among the defining moments of his career. The 22-year-old, who received his maiden Black Stars call-up during friendly matches against Japan and South Korea in November 2025, has since featured in recen...
Former Brong Afaho RFA chief criticises GFA’s Black Stars coaching decisions
Former Brong Ahafo Football Association Chairman Ralph Gyambrah questions the decision-making process behind the appointment of coaches for the Black Stars. His comments come following the departure of Otto Addo as head coach of Ghana’s senior national team after defeats to Austria and Germany during the March internat...
Sacking Otto Addo was in Ghana’s best interest – Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku says the decision to part ways with Black Stars head coach Otto Addo was taken in the best interest of the country, with just 72 days remaining before the FIFA World Cup.
We may not have a right back for the World Cup – Black Stars coach Otto Addo
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has voiced concern over the Black Stars’ prospects of identifying a dependable right-back before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His remarks come in the wake of last Friday’s international friendly against Austria in Vienna, where he was compelled to field FC Nordsjaelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi...