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Haaland double as Norway stun Brazil to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Erling Haaland scored twice late in the second half as Norway stunned five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in the World Cup round of 16 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals.
KFC Ghana announces sponsorship of Ghana Football Association ahead of big year for Black Stars and Black Queens
KFC Ghana has announced a new sponsorship partnership with the Ghana Football Association (GFA), supporting the Black Stars during one of the most significant years in Ghanaian football history. The partnership, which runs until May 2027, positions KFC Ghana alongside Ghana’s national teams as they compete on global an...
Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale donate to Black Stars World Cup fundraising campaign
The two musicians were present at the launch of the campaign at the Kempinski Hotel on Friday night, where individuals and corporate bodies pledged significant amounts to support Ghana's preparation for the global tournament.
We will appoint a proven winner as Black Stars coach – GFA President
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, says the association is determined to appoint a new head coach capable of rebuilding confidence within the Black Stars setup. The search for a new manager follows the dismissal of Otto Addo on Monday, March 31, after a disappointing run of results during t...
Benjamin Azamati blazes into Commonwealth Games semi-finals with record time
Ghana’s Benjamin Azamati has booked his place in the men’s semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after a statement performance in his opening heat, underlining Ghana’s growing medal ambitions on the track. The Ghanaian sprint star finished first in his men’s 100m with a blistering time of 10.00 seconds, which is t...
2026 WC: Jordan Ayew calls for patience for Black Stars players ahead of tourney
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged Ghanaians to stay patient with the national team as preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The 35-year-old made the appeal ahead of Ghana’s international friendly against Wales on Tuesday at the Cardiff City Stadium, with kick-off scheduled fo...
Carlos Queiroz embraces pressure ahead of Ghana’s 2026 World Cup campaign
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has acknowledged the immense pressure that comes with leading Ghana into the 2026 FIFA World Cup but insists it remains a vital source of motivation. The 73-year-old tactician was appointed on a short-term deal in March following the dismissal of Otto Addo and now faces the task of...
Noskova holds off extraordinary Muchova fightback to win Wimbledon
Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovered from missing five championship points to beat her friend Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary and dramatic Wimbledon final. Noskova looked on course for a routine victory when she led 6-2 5-2 – but she crumbled with the finishing line in sight as 10th seed Muchova won five games...
I am not here because of my father’s legacy – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has rejected suggestions that his long-standing place in Ghana’s national team is a result of his family name, insisting that his achievements with the Black Stars have been earned through hard work and consistent performances. The 34-year-old forward, who made his senior debut for Ghana...
2026 WC: State will not fund fans’ travel due to soaring costs – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has ruled out any state-sponsored mass travel for Ghanaian supporters to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning that the financial implications are far beyond what the country can currently justify. Speaking at a diaspora town hall meeting in London on Sunday, May 31, the President said the esti...
2026 WC: GH¢150m budget for Black Stars awaiting Finance Ministry release – Kofi Adams
Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has revealed that the GH¢150 million budget allocated for the Black Stars’ FIFA World Cup campaign is yet to be released by the Ministry of Finance, despite the team entering the decisive phase of its preparations. Speaking in an interview with TV3, the Minister e...
GFA to receive $12.5m for 2026 World Cup participation funding
The Ghana Football Association is set for a significant financial boost ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup participation, following an increase in tournament-related funding announced by FIFA. Football’s world governing body has confirmed that close to $900 million will be distributed among the 48 participating nations at th...