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Ghana finish 24th in 2026 FIFA World Cup rankings after knockout stage exit
Ghana secured a 24th-place finish in the final standings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking a successful return to football’s biggest stage with a place in the knockout phase. The Black Stars’ final position was confirmed after the conclusion of the expanded 48-team tournament, which ended with Spain defeating Argenti...
Gakpo and Brobbey at the double as Dutch sink Swedes
The Netherlands have stormed to the summit of Group F after braces from Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo secured a thrilling victory over Sweden in Houston.
Ghana’s first female world boxing champion Abigail Quartey seeks new management
Ghana’s first female world boxing champion, Abigail Quartey has announced that she is now a free agent and seeking a new manager and promoter to guide the next phase of her career.
Former Chelsea and Leeds owner Bates dies aged 94
Former Chelsea and Leeds United owner Ken Bates has died at the age of 94. Chelsea announced the death of Bates on Saturday, saying he “passed away peacefully in Monaco this morning surrounded by his wife and family”. Bates bought Chelsea for £1 in 1982 when they were in the old Second Division, taking on debts of £1.5...
Former Hearts of Oak board member and Gbese Mantse Nii Ayi-Bonte II passes away
Former Hearts of Oak Board and Management Member, Nii Ayi-Bonte II, who also served as the Gbese Mantse, has passed away after a short illness. Known in private life as Thomas Okine, the respected traditional ruler died on Saturday, June 6, 2026, bringing to an end a distinguished career that spanned traditional leader...
2026 Commonwealth Games: Azamati through to 100m semis, Botsio out
Ghana’s Benjamin Azamati has secured hisplace in the men’s 100m semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after an impressive victory in his opening heat on Monday. The second-fastest man in Ghana’s history produced a season’s best time of 10.00 seconds to win Heat 5 in commanding fashion, booking automatic qualificat...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz is extremely firm in his belief – Kurt Okraku
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has spoken highly of Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, praising his experience, authority, and influence within the national team setup as Ghana fine-tunes preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz, 73, was appointed on a short-term deal leadi...
Lack of World Cup buzz in US reflects football’s limited cultural reach — Hans Mensah
There is little visible excitement in the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup, highlighting football’s limited cultural footprint in the country, US-based analyst Hans Mensah has said. Speaking from Maryland on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Thursday (11 June), Mensah described a surprisingly subdued atmosphere. “Y...
Uefa president boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against FIFA.
FIFA opens investigation into Argentina post-final trouble
Argentina will face an investigation into the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final, Fifa has confirmed.
John Dumelo provides free DStv, giant screens and kenkey meals for Ayawaso West World Cup fans
The Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Setor Dumelo, has announced a comprehensive package for his constituents to enjoy the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including free meals prepared by 13 kenkey sellers across the constituency.
COP Lydia Donkor mentors young girls through JFC’s WELL GIRLS programme
The Accra-based football academy, which has trained more than 800 boys and girls since its inception, uses football as a platform to develop technical ability, leadership skills and character while creating pathways to schools and football academies in the United Kingdom.