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We may not find a right back before the World Cup – Otto Addo
Ghana coach Otto Addo is not confident about finding a suitable right back for the Black Stars before the World Cup starts. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday ahead of the international friendly with Germany, Otto Addo said We have two more months to look (for a new right back). I do not think […]

2026 WC: Black Stars can defy the odds – Sports Minister Kofi Adams
Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed confidence in the Black Stars’ ability to exceed expectations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite Ghana being regarded as one of the tournament’s underdogs. The minister made the remarks during a surprise visit to the Second Chance Church, led by Stephen Adom...
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We will do our best to win against Austria and Germany – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew [Video]
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed confidence in Ghana’s readiness ahead of their upcoming international friendlies against Austria and Germany. The fixtures form part of Ghana’s build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the Black Stars set to face Austria on Friday, March 27, at the Ernst-Happel-Stadion bef...

2026 WC: We have the right tools despite experience gap – Asamoah Gyan
Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan is optimistic about the Black Stars’ prospects at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has the quality to compete strongly on the global stage. The tournament, set to be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will mark Ghana’s fifth appearance at the World Cup. The Black S...

I am the second most criticised person after John Mahama, says GFA boss Kurt Okraku
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku says he is the second most criticised public figure in the country, behind only President John Mahama. Okraku made the remarks during the launch of the GFA’s UK Talent Identification Programme, where he reflected on the intense public scrutiny surrounding his role...

Agyemang-Badu backs Semenyo to lead Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup push
Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged Antoine Semenyo to embrace his growing status in the Black Stars setup and play a decisive role in the team’s quest to progress beyond the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, are targeting a first knockout-stage appearan...

2026 WC: Black Stars must have a strong bench – Agyemang-Badu
Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has called for greater depth in the Black Stars squad, insisting that a strong bench could prove decisive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, are set to feature at the global tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. With head coach...

‘We will do our best’ – Jordan Ayew looks ahead to strong outing against Austria
Ghana will face Austria at the Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna in the first of two friendlies during the March international break as they continue to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026 WC: Kurt Okraku optimistic Carlos Queiroz’s appointment can ignite Black Stars players
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed confidence that the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars will inject renewed energy and belief into the national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese tactician was named Ghana’s new head coach following the d...

2026 WC: Black Stars will make knockout phase progression under Carlos Queiroz – Attram
Former Ghana international Godwin Attram believes the Black Stars are showing encouraging signs of tactical organisation under head coach Carlos Queiroz, arguing that the team’s structure and adaptability could prove decisive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana were held to a 1-1 draw by Wales in a preparatory friendly a...

2026 WC: Wayne Rooney salatues Carlos Queiroz’s game plan after Ghana’s draw with England
Former England striker Wayne Rooney has praised Carlos Queiroz’s tactical approach after Ghana secured a resilient 0-0 draw against England in their Group L clash at the Boston Stadium on Tuesday evening. Both sides entered the match on the back of opening-day victories at the 2026 World Cup, but it was Ghana who stood...

2026 WC: We will play to win against Croatia – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz pledges
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has stressed that his side will not adopt a defensive mindset when they take on Croatia in their final Group L fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars head into the decisive clash against the 2018 finalists knowing that a draw would be enough to secure progression […]