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Thomas-Asante lauds Carlos Queiroz’s influence as Black Stars step up World Cup preparations
Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has praised Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, describing his early experience under the veteran tactician as a “blessing” as the team continues preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz, who has taken charge on a short-term basis following the departure of Otto Addo, is...
GFA expects positive results from Black Stars ahead of Austria, Germany friendlies
Communication Director of the Ghana Football Association, Henry Asante Twum, says the Black Stars are expecting positive results in their upcoming international fixtures this month. The senior national team, as part of their preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will come up against Austria and Germany. The four-ti...
The May 9 dilemma: Celebration in the shadow of tragedy
Every nation has dates that are etched in the collective consciousness not by triumph, but by tears. In Ghana, May 9 is a day of profound stillness. It is the anniversary of the 2001 Accra Sports Stadium disaster—a tragedy that claimed 126 lives and left a permanent scar on the heart of the country. As […]
Carlos Queiroz will improve Black Stars – Ernest Henry Norgbey
Chairman of Ghana’s Parliamentary Sports Committee, Ernest Henry Norgbey, has expressed strong support for the appointment of experienced Portuguese tactician Carlos Queiroz as head coach of the Black Stars. The 73-year-old replaces Otto Addo on a short-term contract as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the...
Iran miss FIFA congress but ‘will play’ at World Cup
Iran were the only country not represented as FIFA met on Thursday for its annual congress in Canada.
2026 WC: France overcome stubborn Paraguay to reach quarter-final
World Cup favourites France were made to sweat to book their quarter-final place, but Kylian Mbappe’s second-half penalty proved enough to help them past a resolute Paraguay in Philadelphia. Paraguay limited the two-time winners to very few chances until substitute Desire Doue was fouled inside the box by Brighton’s Di...
Farewell Cape Verde – the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Cape Verde may have been the World Cup’s second-smallest nation, but they certainly made a big impact on the 2026 tournament. Forget Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane – it is the tournament debutants who have become the centre of attention. There were the heroics of goalkeeper Vozinha as th...
Gold Fields signs $5m sponsorship deal to support Black Stars and women’s football
Ghanaian mining giant Gold Fields has announced a landmark sponsorship agreement valued at US$5 million over two years, aimed at strengthening football development across the country. The deal, unveiled on Friday, May 8, at the company’s headquarters in Accra, will support several national teams and competitions, inclu...
I was aware of GFA’s decision to sack Otto Addo – Sports Minister
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has confirmed that he was fully aware of the Ghana Football Association’s decision to part ways with Black Stars head coach Otto Addo. The Buem MP disclosed that the move followed consultations between the Sports Ministry and the Ghana Football Association, stressing that the d...
Everton agree £24m deal for Chelsea winger George
Everton have agreed a deal worth up to £24m, including add-ons, to sign Chelsea winger Tyrique George. The 20-year-old spent the second half of last season on Merseyside, with a loan deal and option to buy permanently for £25m. Everton have renegotiated the upfront fee to £18m with a remaining £6m in add-ons based on E...
2026 WC: Baba Rahman’s return to Black Stars is on merit – Henry Asante Twum
The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has revealed that Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz played a decisive role in convincing Baba Rahman to return to the senior national team. Rahman, who now features for PAOK, had been absent from the Black Stars setup for nearly...
Biggest winners from Ghana’s defeat to Austria
Ghana’s World Cup preparations got off to the worst possible start when they suffered a 5-1 defeat to Austria in Vienna. It is the heaviest defeat Ghana has suffered in 19 years, since the 5-0 loss to Saudi Arabia. The result, to state the obvious, was terrible.Somehow, the performance was worse. Listless.Insipid.Coach...