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Thomas-Asante’s Coventry play champions Arsenal in Premier League opener
The season's curtain raiser on Friday, 21 August sees the Sky Blues play their first top-flight match in 25 years against the Gunners, who were led to their first Premier League title since 2004 by Mikel Arteta.

US official claims banned referee had links with ‘terror organisations’
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the United States because of his “association with suspected members of terror organisations”, says a US official. The 34-year-old – Africa’s referee of the year in 2025 – was set to be the first Somali to referee at a World Cup finals but was denied entry at Miami Internat...

FIFA boss Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, brushes off visa row
FIFA President Gianni Infantino brushed off criticism over World Cup visa issues and sky-high ticket prices on Wednesday in a defiant eve-of-tournament press conference. Speaking in Mexico City ahead of the World Cup’s opening game at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday, Infantino launched a spirited defense of the organisa...

Iran players: U.S. visa policies creating World Cup ‘tension’
Iran national team forward Mehdi Taremi said that steps the U.S. government has taken regarding the denial of visas and preventing a Somali referee from entering the country are hurting the country’s image and creating a “lot of tension” around the World Cup. The team’s participation in the World Cup, which begins...

2025/26 GHPL: Didi Dramani hails collective effort after Hearts of Oak’s third-place finish
Former Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani has praised his players and technical team for their commitment and resilience after guiding the club to a third-place finish in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. The Phobians endured a challenging start to the campaign, suffering a disappointing early exit from the M...

Sports Minister tasks Queiroz with unlocking Black Stars’ potential before World Cup
Ghana’s Sports Minister Kofi Adams has challenged newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz to translate individual talent into consistent results ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz, unveiled in April to replace Otto Addo, inherits a side struggling for form despite boasting several players excelling...

Police begin manhunt for killers of Berekum Chelsea player after highway attack
The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt after a Berekum Chelsea player was shot dead during a highway robbery on the Ahyiresu–KDS road.

PLAYBACK: Sports Minister Kofi Adams addresses issues on Fire-for-Fire
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2026 WC: Players must use their egos positively – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz
Carlos Queiroz says he is ready to harness the confidence and personalities within the Black Stars squad as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese trainer, who was appointed in April 2026 to replace Otto Addo after a series of disappointing results, believes strong personalities in the dressing room...

Salim Adams scores late as Medeama snatch late point against Bechem United
Midfielder Salim Adams converted a late penalty to secure a hard-earned 1-1 draw for Medeama SC against Bechem United in an absorbing Ghana Premier League clash at Nana Gyeabour Park on Saturday. Medeama dominated possession for long stretches and fashioned the clearer opportunities, but it was the home side that struc...

Glasgow 2026: Ghana to present 40 athletes for Commonwealth Games
The Ghana Olympic Committee will present a contingent of 40 athletes and coaches at the Commonwealth Games 2026. This was disclosed by president of the Ghana Olympic Committee, Richard Akpokavie, at Saturday’s Annual General Meeting. “The plan is to send 40 athletes, coaches, medical officers, safeguarding officers and...

DR Congo seek World Cup ticket refunds after Ebola outbreak
The Democratic Republic of Congo have asked FIFA to refund the cost of 2026 World Cup tickets bought by fans who are now unable to enter the United States because of Ebola-related travel restrictions.