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2027 WC: Decision to sack Otto Addo was unfortunate – Henry Asante Twum
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) says it would have preferred to see Otto Addo remain in charge of the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as the team prepares for the tournament under new head coach Carlos Queiroz. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum acknowledged that Addo—who was reappointed i...
2026 WC: Black Stars players ready to give their best – Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed strong confidence in his final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the players are united, motivated and ready to represent the nation with pride on football’s biggest stage. The Portuguese tactician on Monday, June 1, named his 26-man squad for the tournament in N...
2026 WC: Everything will depend on ‘poster boy’ Antoine Semenyo – Asamoah Gyan
Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan believes Antoine Semenyo could be the difference-maker for the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be staged across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Semenyo has enjoyed a remarkable season that has elevated his profile on the global stage. After impressing with AFC Bournem...
Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French sports journalist who is in prison in Algeria. Christophe Gleizes was jailed in 2025 for seven years for supporting terrorism. French journalists’ unions have called on Algeria to release Gleizes, who spe...
“We can’t blame Otto alone” – Arhinful questions Black Stars decision-makers
Former Ghana international Augustine Arhinful has criticised suggestions that Otto Addo lost control of the Black Stars dressing room prior to his dismissal, insisting there is no evidence to support claims of indiscipline within the squad. Speaking to JoySports, Arhinful argued that responsibility for the team’s strug...
2026 WC: Two goalkeepers likely to be chopped from Black Stars’ final squad – Sports Minister
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams says the Black Stars are fully prepared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while indicating that two players are expected to be dropped from the current provisional squad, likely from the goalkeeping department. Head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 28-man provisional list that i...
Newcastle, Liverpool and England legend Keegan dies
Former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan has died at the age of 75, seven weeks after he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage four cancer, his family have confirmed. One of English football’s most decorated players, Keegan enjoyed spells at Scunthorpe United, Liverpool, Hamburg, Southampton and Newcastle du...
2026 WAFCON: Show Africa the true spirit of the Black Queens – Kofi Adams urges players ahead of opener
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has thrown his full support behind the Black Queens, urging the team to play with courage and confidence ahead of their Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) opener against Cape Verde. The Minister paid a morale-boosting visit to the team’s training session in Morocc...
Honouring Dominic Frimpong: Premier League Match Day 30 fixtures postponed
the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has postponed all Ghana Premier League fixtures scheduled for Match Day 30 following the tragic death of player Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea
No taxpayer money for fans’ World Cup trips — Sports Ministry clarifies sponsorship plans
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has dismissed claims that government funds are being used to sponsor supporters to attend the FIFA World Cup, describing such reports as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement issued on June 18, 2026, the Ministry stressed that neither President John Dramani Mahama nor the gover...
Luv/Nhyira FM thrill football fans with ‘Rep your Jersey’ UEFA Champions League Final experience
Hundreds of soccer lovers gathered at the SG Mall in Kumasi on Saturday, May 30, 2026, as Luv FM and Nhyira FM hosted a memorable UEFA Champions League final viewing event dubbed “Rep Your Jersey.” The event brought together supporters of various football clubs donned in their replica jerseys to enjoy an exciting atmos...
Morocco’s World Cup success reflects Africa’s long struggle for recognition – Herbert Mensah
The President of Rugby Africa, Herbert Mensah, has described Morocco’s impressive FIFA World Cup campaign as a victory not only for the North African nation but for the entire African continent, saying it demonstrates how far African sport has come in overcoming decades of exclusion and prejudice. Speaking on the perfo...