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2026 World Cup: No nervousness ahead of Panama opener – Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi
Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has dismissed suggestions that the team are feeling nervous ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, insisting the squad is united and fully focused on the task ahead. Ghana, who have been drawn in Group L, will begin their tournament against Panama at BMO Field on June 17,...
Athletes must avoid comparing treatment to Black Stars – Ex-GFA Veep Fred Pappoe
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has urged Ghanaian athletes to channel their grievances through the appropriate federations rather than comparing their situation to that of the Black Stars. His comments follow growing concerns over the level of attention and support given to athletics...
Boston is red, gold and green: The best photos from Ghana vs England
Everywhere the Black Stars go, Ghanaian fans follow – and Tuesday night in Boston was no exception. Thousands of Ghanaians packed the Boston stadium for Ghana’s second Group L match against England at the FIFA World Cup, proudly draped in the nation’s red, gold and green colours. The passionate support created a vibran...
Mexico friendly a chance for players to prove themselves – Desmond Ofei
Black Stars assistant coach Desmond Ofei says Ghana’s upcoming international friendly against Mexico offers an important opportunity for players to demonstrate their quality ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The technical team, led by Carlos Queiroz, has named a 23-man squad that includes six home-based players for the...
2026 WC: We must fight for each other – Jerome Opoku rallies Black Stars for England showdown
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has called for unity and maximum effort as Ghana prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash against England. Ghana opened their campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama at BMO Field, with Caleb Yirenkyi netting a late winner to secure all three points for the […...
Augustine Arhinful slams Otto Addo over ‘I don’t read social media’ comment
Former Ghana international Augustine Ahinful has cautioned Black Stars head coach Otto Addo over his public communication, following comments made in the aftermath of Ghana’s heavy defeat to Austria. Otto Addo, reacting to growing criticism and calls for his dismissal after the 5–1 loss, stated that he does not “pay at...
Deniz Undav strikes late as Germany beat Ghana in Stuttgart
The Black Stars of Ghana wrapped up their March international window with a narrow 2-1 defeat to Germany on Monday night at the MHP Arena in Stuttgart. The West Africans entered the encounter looking to bounce back from a heavy 5-1 loss to Austria in their previous friendly, but were once again undone late in […]
2026 WC: We must stay positive – Ati-Zigi urges Black Stars teammates
Goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has urged his Black Stars teammates to maintain concentration and adopt a positive mentality as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Ghana, set to make their fifth appearance at the global tournament, have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England, and...
2026 WC: Agyemang-Badu backs ‘modern’ Black Stars midfield ahead of tourney
Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has pushed back against comparisons between the current Black Stars midfield and those of previous eras, arguing that modern football has evolved in ways that make such debates less meaningful. His remarks come amid renewed scrutiny of Ghana’s midfield options ahead of...
Herbert Mensah rallies Ghanaians behind Black Stars ahead of World Cup
President of Rugby Africa, Herbert Mensah, has called on Ghanaians to unite in support of the Black Stars as the national team prepares for the FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in the squad's ability to make the country proud on football's biggest stage. Speaking during an interview, Mr Mensah said the Black Stars...
2026 WC: Play for the flag – Mahama charges Black Stars ahead of Panama tie
President John Dramani Mahama has delivered an emotional message of encouragement to Ghana’s national team, the Black Stars, as they prepare to begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Panama in Toronto. The four-time African champions will open their Group L campaign at BMO Field, with kick-off set for 23:00 G...
Otto Addo sees heavy loss to Austria as learning opportunity
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has described the Black Stars’ 5–1 defeat to Austria as part of a broader learning curve as the team continues preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The loss, which came on Friday at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium, is Ghana’s heaviest since the 5–0 defeat to Saudi Arabia in 2007. […]