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2026 WC: Sports Ministry calls for FIFA intervention after Thomas Partey denied entry into Canada ahead of Panama clash
Ghana’s Ministry of Sports and Recreation has called on FIFA to intervene following the denial of entry into Canada for Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the country’s opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The development means the 33-year-old will be unavailable for Ghana’s Group L opener against Panam...
Semenyo reports to Black Stars camp after Carabao Cup win
Semenyo reported to the team’s base in Vienna on Monday, March 23, less than 24 hours after helping City to Carabao Cup triumph.
Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his full tournament fee. Artan was interrogated for 11 hours by US immigration authorities at Miami International Airport on Monday before being told he would not be allowed into the country after his...
2026 WC: Gideon Mensah hails Ghana’s resilience after winning start
Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has praised the determination and resilience of his teammates following Ghana’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-time African champions made a winning start to their fifth appearance at the Mundial on Wednesday night at BM...
Luv FM thrill football fans with Black Stars watch party at Sora Sky Bar
The event brought together Ghanaians donned their replica Black Stars jerseys among other nationals who enjoyed an exciting atmosphere filled with football, music, food, predictions and entertainment.
Ghana can win 2026 World Cup but … – Charles Akonnor
Former Black Stars coach Charles Kwabla Akonnor has expressed confidence that Ghana can mount a serious challenge at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that a strong start will be key to their chances. Akonnor, who currently manages Gor Mahia, said the team’s prospects at the tournament—co-hosted by the United States,...
Black Satellites rescue point against Burkina Faso to keep 2026 WAFU B U-20 campaign alive
Ghana’s Black Satellites fought back from an early setback to secure a 1-1 draw against Burkina Faso in their second Group B match at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship on Thursday in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. The four-time African champions entered the game under pressure following their 4-2 defeat to Nigeria in the...
2026 WC: Caleb Yirenkyi is the ideal replacement for Thomas Partey – Laryea Kingston
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has tipped Caleb Yirenkyi as the ideal candidate to replace Thomas Partey in the Black Stars midfield for their opening FIFA World Cup Group L clash against Panama. Ghana will be without Partey for the crucial encounter after the midfielder was denied entry into Canada due to...
Man City reach FA Cup final after comeback win against Southampton
Manchester City survived a shock by coming from behind to edge past Southampton and reach a record fourth consecutive FA Cup final to keep alive their hopes of claiming a domestic treble. Pep Guardiola’s side have already lifted the Carabao Cup this season and will return to the capital on Saturday, 16 May when they […...
Somali referee denied entry to US for World Cup
Award-winning Somali referee Omar Artan, set to be the first from his country to officiate at the World Cup finals, was denied entry to the United States, a sports ministry official told AFP on Monday. It was not immediately clear why Artan was barred from entering the US at Miami International Airport, but Somalia is...
Ghana Sports Fund administrator urges patience and support for Black Stars after Croatia defeat
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Waku, has called on Ghanaians to continue supporting the Black Stars, insisting that the team’s defeat to Croatia should not overshadow what he described as an impressive and spirited performance. Speaking after the match in the United States, Dr Waku said footb...
Ghana will host 2027 U-20 AFCON – Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirms
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that Ghana will host the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking a major boost for the country’s football ambitions. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Tuesday, the Buem MP disclosed that Ghana secured the hosting rights without any financial...