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Kwaku Nhyira-Addo writes: Arsenal isn’t just a club. It’s an idea. And perhaps that is the problem
As an Arsenal supporter, I acknowledge from the outset that complete objectivity may be impossible. Football fandom is emotional by nature. It shapes memory, perception, and interpretation. Every supporter sees their club through some degree of bias, conscious or otherwise. Perhaps what follows is what I would describe...
We may not have a right back for the World Cup – Black Stars coach Otto Addo
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has voiced concern over the Black Stars’ prospects of identifying a dependable right-back before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His remarks come in the wake of last Friday’s international friendly against Austria in Vienna, where he was compelled to field FC Nordsjaelland midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi...
Black Queens respond to Sports Ministry’s claims of payment of per diems and bonuses
The Black Queens players have hit back at the Ministry of Sports, demanding greater transparency, communication and accountability over outstanding per diems, qualification bonuses and the support provided to the national women’s team. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 13, 2026, the players said they were disap...
Otto Addo says Black Stars job “always under threat”
The gaffer has been under constant pressure since his second coming and the game against Austria three days ago didn’t make it any better.
World Cup and friendlies are different – Hans Sarpei on Ghana’s form under axed Otto Addo
Former Ghana international Hans Sarpei is not concerned about the jerky form of the Black Stars in friendlies ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Ghana secure qualification after strong showing at Six-Nation T20 tournament
Ghana’s national cricket team has secured qualification to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup African Sub-Regional Qualifier B following an impressive run at the Six-Nation T20 tournament held in Accra.
2026 WC: ‘Our goalkeepers will be ready’ – Gasper ahead of Ghana v England clash
Black Stars goalkeepers’ trainer Daniel Gasper has expressed confidence in Ghana’s goalkeepers ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash against England on Tuesday. Ghana began their World Cup campaign on a winning note with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama at the BMO Field in Toronto last week. A l...
Ghana Premier League is one of the best leagues in Africa – GHALCA boss John Ansah
President of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), John Ansah, has pushed back against criticism of the Ghana Premier League, insisting the domestic topflight remains one of the strongest competitions on the African continent. His comments come amid renewed debate over the composition of the Black Stars squad fo...
It’s a good time to play against Arsenal – Man City forward Antoine Semenyo
Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo has insisted his side are peaking at the right moment ahead of Sunday’s Premier League title decider against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, describing City’s recent form as their strongest of the season. Speaking in the build-up to the high-stakes clash, Semenyo expressed confide...
Ghana is a nation of talent – Carlos Queiroz
Newly appointed Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed satisfaction with Ghana’s football heritage of producing top talents. Queiroz was announced on Monday evening as Black Stars coach to lead Ghana to the World Cup. In his first words after signing a four-month contract, the Portuguese said, “It is with a dee...
Gov’t allocating World Cup slots to NDC MPs, party supporters – Habib Iddrisu
The Minority in Parliament has accused the government of allocating World Cup travel slots to National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament and party supporters while failing to account to Parliament on Ghana's preparations for the tournament.
Champions League: PSG beat Bayern 5-4 in thrilling first leg of semi-final
A nine-goal Champions League classic saw holders PSG sensationally beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in the first leg of their semi-final in Paris.