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Carlos Queiroz begins Ghana reign with ‘mission, not just a job’ promise ahead of 2026 World Cup
New Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has described his appointment as a “mission” rather than a routine managerial role, expressing deep gratitude, humility and determination as he begins his tenure in charge of Ghana’s national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The experienced Portuguese tactician has been h...
GTA, Tribe Culture Fest unveil nationwide World Cup viewing initiative
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), in partnership with Tribe Culture Fest, has unveiled a nationwide public viewing initiative ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Late Antwi strike rescues Nations FC in stalemate with Berekum Chelsea
Nations FC staged a late comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against Berekum Chelsea in their Matchday 27 Ghana Premier League clash at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
2026 WC: Ghana will challenge Canada’s decision to deny Thomas Partey visa – Kofi Adams
Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, says government has launched diplomatic efforts through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other state institutions to contest Canada’s decision to deny entry to Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Partey, 32, had been expected t...
2026 WC: Black Stars had no chemistry – Kofi Adams
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has admitted that the Black Stars lacked cohesion during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, attributing the challenge to the limited time the squad had together before the tournament. Ghana made its fifth appearance at the global showpiece in North America and reached the knockout st...
New York issues air quality alert days before World Cup final
Officials in New York and New Jersey have issued an air-quality health alert due to wildfire smoke, just days before the World Cup final.
Empty rooms and FIFA cancellations – US hotels fear World Cup washout
The World Cup was supposed to provide a tourism boom for the US, but now the fear is that it may never materialise.
2026 WC: We are adapting to Carlos Queiroz’s training style – Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah
Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has acknowledged that the national team is still adjusting to the demanding training methods introduced by head coach Carlos Queiroz following his appointment as replacement for Otto Addo. A provisional 28-man squad is currently based in Cardiff, where preparations for the 2026 FIFA W...
It was a deceptive scoreline against Austria – Ghana coach Otto Addo
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has insisted that Ghana’s heavy 5-1 defeat to Austria last Friday did not truly reflect the team’s overall performance. The loss in Vienna marked Ghana’s biggest setback since 2007, but Addo believes the margin of defeat was overly harsh on his side. “The scoreline was a bit deceptive,...
2026 WC: Kwesi Nyantakyi calls for support for Black Stars
Former Kwesi Nyantakyi has urged Ghanaians to rally behind the Black Stars as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana will make its fifth appearance at the global showpiece this summer after being drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England and Croatia. Despite concerns over the senior national team’s recen...
We improved against Germany despite defeat – Black Stars coach Otto Addo
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has pointed to signs of improvement from his team despite a narrow 2-1 defeat to Germany in their latest international friendly. The result brought the Black Stars’ March international break to a close, offering a more assured and competitive performance than their previous outing. Ghana had...
The World Cup line-up is complete – here’s what you need to know
The final six nations have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, completing the expanded 48‑team line‑up for this summer’s tournament. DR Congo and Iraq were the last two teams to book their places in the 23rd edition of the World Cup to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to […]