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U-17 AFCON: Our target is to win the trophy – Black Starlets coach Prosper Narteh Ogum
Prosper Narteh Ogum, head coach of the Black Starlets, has declared that his team’s ambition is to win the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with qualification for the FIFA U-17 World Cup also a key objective. Ghana has been drawn in a challenging Group D alongside Algeria, Senegal, and South Africa, setting the...
Asamoah Gyan: It’s an honour to be Africa’s highest goalscorer in the history of the World Cup
Former Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan has reflected on his enduring World Cup legacy, offering a challenge to the next generation of Black Stars to surpass his landmark achievements on football’s biggest stage. Gyan holds the distinction of being Africa’s all-time leading scorer at the FIFA World Cup, with six goals—a reco...
Messi becomes World Cup all-time leading scorer – how has he stayed at the top?
When Lionel Messi swept home a trademark left-footed curler in Argentina’s second World Cup match against Austria, he was not just getting his team off to a strong start. The 38-year-old was also making history, becoming the World Cup’s all-time leading goalscorer, and demonstrating that he still lays claim to being th...
Queiroz can build stronger Black Stars capable of competing at AFCON and World Cup – Mahama
Carlos Queiroz led Ghana to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where the team was eliminated in the Round of 32 after losing to Colombia.
Why FC Nordsjælland and Right to Dream project drew me in – Michael Essien
Former Ghana international Michael Essien has explained that his move into the coaching environment at Danish side FC Nordsjælland was driven by a shared vision centred on youth development and African talent pathways. Speaking to FIFA, the ex-Chelsea midfielder pointed to his personal connection with former club owner...
2026 WC: You will be proud of Black Stars after the games – Carlos Queiroz assures
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed confidence that Ghana will deliver a performance that will make supporters proud at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team is focused on winning matches and bringing joy to fans. The 73-year-old made the remarks at a send-off ceremony on Wednesday as the squad de...
2026 WC: Black Stars are here to fight for the title – GFA president Kurt Okraku
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has delivered an ambitious message of intent ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the Black Stars are not in the tournament merely to participate, but to compete for the ultimate prize. Speaking at a farewell dinner for the national team at the Hilton H...
2026 WC: Ghana can disturb England and Croatia – Ibrahimovic
Former Sweden captain Zlatan Ibrahimović has backed Ghana to cause surprises against England and Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-time African champions, set for their fifth appearance on football’s biggest stage, have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama. Despite Ghana’s inconsisten...
2026 WC: Black Stars surpassed expectations – President Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has praised the Black Stars for their performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the team’s campaign as one that exceeded expectations. Ghana’s journey at the global tournament ended at the Round of 32 stage after a competitive outing that saw the four-time African champions reach...
2026 WC: They have three lions, but we have 33 million lions – Queiroz ahead of Ghana v England tie
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed confidence in his side’s readiness ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash against England. The Black Stars and the Three Lions, both victorious in their opening matches, will face off at Gillette Stadium tonight in a game that could prove decisi...
Appoint a coach who understands our local football culture – Fred Pappoe urges GFA
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice-President Fred Pappoe has called on the football authorities to appoint a coach who understands the country’s football culture and can quickly improve the Black Stars. The GFA is in search of a new head coach following the dismissal of Otto Addo, with less than three months...
World Cup opening ceremony reflects global identity, not host culture — Kwame Plahar
Sports analyst Kwame Plahar says the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup showcased a globalised spectacle rather than a distinct cultural identity of the host nation. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show, Plahar described the ceremony as a “global masterpiece” shaped by the collaborative hosting arrangement be...