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Choosing Ghana was an easy decision – Antoine Semenyo
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo says it was an easy decision for him to choose to represent Ghana on the international stage. Semenyo earned his maiden call-up to the national team on May 26, 2022, and made his debut for the Black Stars on June 1, 2022, in a 3-0 win against Madagascar in a 2023 […]
Mohammed Polo: World Cup expansion a blessing for Africa
Ghana football legend Mohammed Polo has thrown his support behind FIFA’s decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams, arguing that the move finally addresses long-standing concerns over Africa’s limited representation on the global stage. The 1978 Africa Cup of Nations winner believes the new structure will significan...
OFFICIAL: Qualification confirmed for Ghana before Croatia kick-off
The Black Stars have secured qualification to the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 before kicking a ball in their final Group L fixture against Croatia, following results elsewhere that confirmed Ghana's place in the knockout stage.
OFFICIAL: FIFA confirms Ghana’s qualification ahead of Croatia clash
The Black Stars have secured qualification to the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 before kicking a ball in their final Group L fixture against Croatia, following results elsewhere that confirmed Ghana's place in the knockout stage.
World Cup: Ibrahim Mahama hails Black Stars, promises cash reward
Businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has promised a special financial reward for the Black Stars following their impressive performances at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to progress further in the tournament. The renowned entrepreneur made the pledge when he visited th...
2026 WC: Semenyo will be key for Black Stars – Albert Adomah
Former Ghana international Albert Adomah believes Antoine Semenyo will play a crucial role for the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following his impressive rise in club football. Semenyo has enjoyed a remarkable run since sealing a move from AFC Bournemouth to Manchester City in January. The 25-year-old forward...
Players happy, content with Queiroz plan but focused only on qualification – Semenyo
Antoine Semenyo says Ghana’s defensive discipline will again be key against Croatia, insisting the Black Stars must “defend as a team for 90 minutes to get a result” and warning the squad is “not trying to get ahead of ourselves.”
Carlos Queiroz must decide Andre Ayew’s World Cup fate – Augustine Arhinful
Former Ghana international Augustine Arhinful believes any decision on André Ayew’s inclusion in the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup should be left entirely to the head coach. Ayew, 36, has not featured for Ghana since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire. After spending the first half of the [...
Otto Addo: We were not good enough against Austria
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has acknowledged that his Black Stars side fell short in their 5–1 defeat to Austria on Friday at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium. The loss, in the first of two friendly matches this month, highlighted defensive lapses and a lack of intensity that Addo says must be addressed ahead of the […]
Black Stars must build a team, not rely on talent – Daniel Opare
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare has urged the technical team to focus on building a cohesive team rather than relying on individual talent.
We need to play with intense tempo – Ghana coach Otto Addo
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has called for greater intensity from his players following a heavy 5-1 defeat to Austria in their first of two pre-World Cup friendlies. The match, held on Friday at Vienna’s Ernst Happel Stadium, exposed defensive lapses and a lack of sharpness, particularly in the second half. Addo, who pr...
2026 WC: Black Stars have a real chance to progress despite tough group – Albert Adomah
Former Ghana international Albert Adomah has warned that the Black Stars must be fully prepared for a difficult test at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as he remains optimistic about their chances of progressing to the knockout stage. Ghana, four-time African champions, will be making their fifth appearance at the global...