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2026 WC: We fell short offensively – Jordan Ayew after loss to Colombia
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has conceded that Ghana lost its defensive shape in the 1-0 defeat to Colombia, a result that ended their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign at the Round of 32 stage. The South American side edged the contest on Saturday morning, bringing an end to what was also a likely final […]
VAR official says hand gesture was ‘involuntary, subconscious twitch’
Video assistant referee Shaun Evans says an ‘OK’ sign hand gesture was “an involuntary, subconscious twitch” after he was cleared by a Fifa investigation. Evans said that he was “unaware” of making the hand movement and denied “intentionally” attempting to “communicate a message, affiliation, game or beli...
2026 WC: Ghana secures 1,000 tickets for fans – Sports Minister confirms
Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, says the government has pre-purchased 1,000 tickets for supporters of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the move as expensive but essential. Speaking to Citi News, he explained that early planning was crucial to avoid the rising costs typi...
AFCON 2027 set for June–July showdown in East Africa
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place from June 19 to July 17, 2027, following confirmation of the tournament window at a high-level meeting held ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada. The decision forms part of a wider approval of international competition schedules across FIFA’s global...
Big blow for Black Stars as Djiku likely to miss 2026 World Cup
Ghana have been handed a major setback ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with defender Alexander Djiku expected to miss out on the final squad due to an ongoing injury concern. Djiku, who was named in coach Carlos Queiroz’s 28-man provisional squad, arrived in camp in Cardiff already carrying a knock picked up after […...
Black Stars coach sympathises with Accra flood victims
Head coach of the Ghana Black Stars, Carlos Queiroz, has expressed deep sympathy to victims of the recent devastating floods in Accra, assuring them that the entire national team stands in solidarity with them. In a heartfelt message released on behalf of himself, his technical team, and the squad currently in the Unit...
2026 WC: Ghana must keep Africa’s dream alive against Colombia – Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has challenged his players to keep Africa’s hopes alive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup by securing a place in the quarter-finals with victory over Colombia. The Black Stars face the South American side in their Round of 16 clash at the Kansas City Stadium on Saturday, knowing they are […]
Thousands welcome home Cape Verde footballers after stunning World Cup run
Cape Verde's football team have been welcomed home by tens of thousands of elated supporters following a historic run at the World Cup.
WAFU B U-20 Championship: Black Satellites suffer 4-2 defeat in opener against Nigeria
Ghana’s Black Satellites suffered a disappointing start to their 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship campaign after falling 4-2 to defending champions Nigeria in their Group B opener at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, on Monday. The Flying Eagles made a flying start to the contest, taking the...
Ghana suffer 2-0 loss against Mexico in World Cup preparatory game
Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup suffered a setback after the Black Stars fell to a 2-0 defeat against Mexico on Saturday morning at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc. With head coach Carlos Queiroz unavailable for the encounter, assistant coach Desmond Ofei took charge as Ghana faced the North American side in an...
Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni under investigation for underage prostitution
The Inter and Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni is under investigation over alleged underage prostitution as part of an inquiry into an events company that organised “all-inclusive” nights for VIP clients at clubs, Italian prosecutors said on Tuesday. According to investigators, Bastoni allegedly had sex with a 17-year...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz is the right man for the Black Stars job – Fred Pappoe
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has thrown his support behind the appointment of Carlos Queiroz as Black Stars head coach, describing the experienced tactician as the right man to stabilise the team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz, who has previously managed Egypt, Iran and...