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‘Intense and aggressive’ – Iraola’s Liverpool plan
Andoni Iraola has said he wants to give Liverpool fans “a team they can be proud of” and that he is ready for the responsibility of such a high-profile job. The 44-year-old signed a two-year deal with Liverpool last month after three successful seasons at Bournemouth. Liverpool finished fifth in the Premier League last...
Chris Hughton: Former Black Stars coach survives cancer
Former Black Stars head coach Chris Hughton has made a successful recovery from prostate cancer after being diagnosed in April 2025. According to a Daily Mail report, the former Tottenham Hotspur and Republic of Ireland national team defender discovered the illness early and underwent surgery in May 2025. Speaking abou...
Mahama hints at Ghana-Côte d’Ivoire joint AFCON hosting bid
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana could consider co-hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in the future as part of efforts to upgrade the country’s sports infrastructure. The President made the disclosure during an inspection tour of the Ho Stadium, where he outlined plans to develop at least fi...
CAF doubles WAFCON prize money to $2m ahead of 2026 tournament
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in prize money for the 2026 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), underlining its continued commitment to the growth and development of women’s football across the continent. CAF confirmed on Tuesday that the winners of...
‘We want to win World Cup for him’ – Portugal carry Diogo Jota’s memory
"I still talk to him," Ruben Neves says about Diogo Jota, his close friend and former Porto, Wolves and Portugal team-mate.
2026 WC: Check out Black Stars jersey numbers as Brandon Thomas-Asante handed No. 10 shirt
Ghana have officially confirmed the squad numbers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the announcement of the Black Stars’ final 26-man squad by head coach Carlos Queiroz. The Portuguese tactician unveiled his squad on Monday, June 1, ahead of the tournament, which will be staged across the United States, Canada and...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz announces final Black Stars 26-man squad
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has confirmed his final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, finalising his selection ahead of the tournament. The list features key decisions, including the omission of goalkeepers Paul Reverson and Solomon Agbasi from the initial 28-man provisional squad. Vice-cap...
Diomande agrees Real Madrid terms as PSG step away
RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande has agreed personal terms with Real Madrid after Paris St-Germain withdrew their interest.
2026 WC: White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner
The White House has defended the Argentinian football team’s right to free speech after they controversially waved a banner in support of their country’s territorial claim to the Falkland Islands while celebrating their World Cup win against England. Argentina face potential disciplinary action from Fifa over the incid...
Queiroz names Ghana’s final squad for 2026 World Cup
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has named his final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
2026 WC: It’s disappointing – Carlos Queiroz after Ghana’s loss to Colombia
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has described his side’s World Cup elimination as a “disappointing” outcome after the Black Stars were beaten 1-0 by Colombia in Kansas City. Speaking after the Round of 32 defeat, the Portuguese manager acknowledged his players’ effort but said they fell short against stronger oppositio...
2026 WC: Thomas-Asante played when it was necessary – Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has explained Brandon Thomas-Asante’s limited involvement at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the forward’s bright impact off the bench in the group stage. The Coventry City striker produced one of Ghana’s standout moments of the tournament, providing an assist in a 1-0 win over Pa...