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Sports Minister Presents GH¢1 Million to Medeama SC on Behalf of President Akufo-Addo
On December 14, 2023, Mustapha Ussif, the Member of Parliament for the people of Yagaba Kubori and the Minister for Youth and Sports, took the stage on behalf of the President of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo. This special occasion followed a previous presentation to the Medeama Soccer Club, during which Ussif had the […]
High Court Orders Asamoah Gyan to Pay GH¢1,000,000 in Malicious Prosecution Lawsuit
In a significant legal development, the High Court has ruled that Asamoah Gyan, the former captain of Ghana’s Black Stars, must pay GH¢1,000,000 to Ghanaian journalist Osarfo Anthony. This ruling follows a lawsuit of malicious prosecution initiated by Osarfo against Gyan. The legal battle stemmed from a prosecution in 2015 where Osarfo was charged with […]
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi rejects AFCON title despite ruling by CAF
Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi has made a striking declaration, publicly rejecting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy and insisting that Senegal were the legitimate champions, despite the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeal Board ruling. Speaking candidly, the Paris Saint-Germain defender said, “My...
I want to continue as a head coach or assistant coach – Otto Addo
Former Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has revealed his ambition to return to management after parting ways with the Ghana national team. The 50-year-old trainer, who was handed the Black Stars job for a second time in March 2024, was dismissed earlier this year following a disappointing run of results, although he ha...
Rodrygo ruled out of the 2026 World Cup with ACL tear
Rodrygo Goes has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, ruling him out for the remainder of the season and the 2026 World Cup. Medical tests following the discomfort he suffered against Getafe confirmed the most feared diagnosis. It is a crushing setback for the player, Real Madrid, and the Brazil natio...
Iran soccer team arrives in US for World Cup opener as two nations reach peace deal
The Iranian national soccer team arrived at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday for its first appearance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad landed and held a press conference on the same day that Washington and Tehran announced a peace agreement to end a four-month war. For months, profound uncertainty envel...
GFA appoints Carlos Queiroz as new Black Stars coach
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed experienced Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz replaces Otto Addo, who was dismissed in March following consecutive friendly defeats to Austria and Germany. The decision was confirmed by the GF...
Hearts of Oak appoint Nebojsa Kapor as new head coach on a two-year deal
Hearts of Oak have officially named Serbian coach Nebojsa Kapor as their new head coach as the club begins preparations for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season. Kapor takes over from Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, who parted ways with the Phobians after the conclusion of the 2025/26 league campaign. The Serbian tactician has...
I felt I would be sack after weeks of my reappointment as Black Stars coach – Otto Addo
Former Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has revealed that he feared his second stint in charge of Ghana could come to an end just weeks after his appointment, citing growing tensions with the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The 50-year-old was reappointed as Ghana’s head coach in March 2024 but was dismissed two year...
2026 WC: Quarter-final fixtures confirmed
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its knockout climax, with the quarter-final fixtures now officially confirmed following the completion of the Round of 16. Eight nations remain in contention for football’s biggest prize, setting up four intriguing encounters featuring former champions, European powerhouses and surpr...
2026 World Cup: List of squads, players announced so far
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off 11 June, which means we will soon know which 26 players will be representing each country in this summer’s big event. Nations were required to submit provisional squad lists of between 35 and 55 players, including at least four goalkeepers, to FIFA by May 11. However, these are largely...
The dangerous myth that Panama are Ghana’s easiest opponent at the World Cup
Ghana’s fifth FIFA World Cup campaign begins against Panama in Toronto, with many Black Stars supporters viewing the CONCACAF side as the most realistic opportunity for three points in a group that also includes England and Croatia. However, that assessment may underestimate the challenge posed by Thomas Christiansen’s...