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Mohammed Kudus misses Tottenham’s pre-season tour as injury recovery continues
Ghana international Mohammed Kudus has been left out of Tottenham Hotspur’s squad for the club’s pre-season tour of New Zealand and Australia as he continues his recovery from a long-term injury. The 25-year-old midfielder has been sidelined since January and is yet to regain full fitness, with Tottenham’s medical team...
Maradona retrial begins with prosecution denouncing the “house of horrors” he died in
The high-stakes retrial of the medical team charged in the death of Diego Maradona began in San Isidro on 14 April 2026. The seven defendants include neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque, psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, and psychologist Carlos Díaz. Prosecutors launched a blistering opening statement, accusing the defendants of...
Baba Rahman, Mumin and Nuamah return as Black Stars name provisional squad
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 28-man squad for the World Cup preparation camp and the international friendly against Wales in Cardiff. The team comprises five goalkeepers, nine defenders, seven midfielders, and seven forwards. The team opened camp on Monday, May 25, 2026, and trained at the Dragon P...
Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Plans for a 64-team men's World Cup are set to be assessed after the 2026 tournament, with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying the event needs to be "for the whole world".
We may not have the stars, but we have the spirit – Kofi Adams predicts strong Black Stars run
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams says the Black Stars may not boast the biggest names in world football, but he believes the team has the spirit, support, and momentum to make a deep run at the FIFA World Cup. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Wednesday, the minister pointed to growing excitement among […]
Litina Travels launches “made in Ghana business expo” ahead of 2026 World Cup
Litina Travels and Tours has launched its “Made in Ghana Business Expo” in Boston, targeting Ghanaian supporters travelling for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brobbey scores late winner for Sunderland at Newcastle
Brian Brobbey scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner as Sunderland came from behind to beat Newcastle United in a thrilling Tyne-Wear derby at St James’ Park. Newcastle had been on target for their first home victory in this fixture since 2010 when Anthony Gordon gave the hosts a ninth-minute lead. Sunderland played out...
Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana job, calls for stronger off-field structures for Black Stars
Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz, has bid an emotional farewell to Ghana following his stint with the Black Stars, reflecting on his tenure with a call for long-term structural improvements in the country’s football development system.
“If you have high blood pressure, don’t watch” — Hans Mensah warns of stressful World Cup for Ghanaians
Sports analyst Hans Mensah has issued a blunt warning to Ghanaian football fans ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026: prepare for a tense and highly defensive campaign — or avoid watching altogether if you have health concerns. “If you’re a Ghanaian and you have high blood pressure, I suggest you don’t watch the games,” he...
2026 WC: Jordan Ayew eyes ‘special game’ between Ghana and England
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has described his upcoming World Cup meeting with England as a “special game,” with the striker viewing the encounter as a return to what he calls his “third home.” The West African side, Ghana, face England on Tuesday, June 23 at Gillette Stadium in their second Group L fixture, having begun...
Glasgow 2026: Shoulder fracture forces boxer Desmond Pappoe to withdraw from 80kg quarter-final contest
Ghana’s Desmond Pappoe has withdrawn from the men’s 80kg quarter-final contest against Ghanaian-born Canadian, Joshua Ofori. He was forced to withdraw after medical tests revealed a right shoulder fractured. Pappoe sustained the injury in the second round of Monday’s 3-2 split decision win over New Zealand’s Josh Tonga...
Karim Zito: I might return to Kotoko one day
Former Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito has left the door open for a possible return to the club in the future. Zito initially took over as interim coach midway through the 2024/25 season, succeeding Prosper Narteh Ogum. During his tenure, he led the team to an impressive trophy haul, winning the FA Cup, Toyota Cup, […]