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Injuries denied me my full potential – Former Ghana defender Daniel Opare
Former Ghana international Daniel Opare has opened up about the biggest regret of his career, admitting that persistent injuries prevented him from reaching the heights he once seemed destined for.
De Sá: Black Stars must be deployed in right roles for World Cup success
Black Stars assistant coach Roger De Sá has stressed the importance of deploying players in their natural positions as Ghana intensifies preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana will make their fifth appearance at the global showpiece this summer in North America, with the team aiming to improve on disappointing...
2026 WC: Black Stars can progress if players hit top form – Roger De Sá
Black Stars assistant coach Roger De Sá has expressed confidence that Ghana can advance beyond the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the team performs to its full potential. Ghana will be making their fifth appearance at the global showpiece, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The...
AFCON 2027Q: Black Stars drawn in Group C, face Cote d’Ivoire, Gambia and Somalia
The Black Stars have drawn Cote d'Ivoire, Gambia and Somalia for the qualifiers for the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Why I haven’t started coaching — Asamoah Gyan
Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan has opened up on why he has yet to transition into coaching, despite holding the required qualifications to step into the dugout. Widely regarded as one of Ghana’s finest footballers and a standout figure on the African and European stages, the former striker says the demands of coaching have...
Four players handed debut call-ups ahead of Black Stars’ pre-World Cup friendlies against Austria and Germany
Otto Addo, head coach of the Ghana national football team, has included four debutants in his latest squad for Ghana’s upcoming international friendlies against Austria national football team and Germany national football team. The quartet — Derrick Luckassen, Patrick Pfeiffer, Marvin Senaya and Daniel Agyei — have all...
2026 WC: How Black Stars can upset England – Former GFA Veep
Former Ghana Football Association Vice President George Afriyie has expressed confidence that the Ghana national football team could spring a surprise against England national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the team finds its rhythm and is thoroughly prepared. Ghana is set to face the European giants in th...
Kwasi Sibo is not good enough to play for Black Stars – Kojo Addae-Mensah
Databank Ghana Chief Executive Officer, Kojo Addae-Mensah, has criticised Black Stars midfielder Kwasi Sibo, insisting the 28-year-old is not good enough to represent Ghana at the international level. Sibo was included in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America and featured in all four of the Black S...
2026 World Cup: Rak-Sakyi, Prince Amoako among Black Stars players in camp for Mexico friendly
Twenty-two players have currently reported to the Black Stars camp in Puebla ahead of the friendly game against Mexico. Ghana will face one of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts as part of their preparations for the global tournament which starts next month. The squad, which consists of home-based players, debutants and a few...
Davor Šuker: Croatia has outgrown underdog status ahead of 2026 World Cup
Davor Šuker says Croatia has outgrown its underdog label following its recent exploits on football’s biggest stage. Drawn into Group L alongside England, Panama, and Ghana for the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, Croatia enters the tournament with renewed respect in the international arena. Spe...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz set to name Black Stars’ provisional squad this week
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to unveil the Black Stars’ provisional squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup later this week, ahead of the tournament in North America. The four-time African champions will be among the 48 nations competing at the global showpiece, which will be hosted across the USA, Canada and...
2026 WC: Black Stars will make the country proud – Kurt Okraku assures
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed strong confidence that the Black Stars will deliver a proud performance at the 2026 World Cup. The four-time African champions are set to compete in the tournament, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Ghana has been drawn into Group L alongside...