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GCB Bank supports Ghana Army Volleyball Team with US$20,000 for Rwanda tournament
As part of GCB Bank PLC’s broader commitment to supporting national institutions and promoting sports development, the bank has donated US$20,000 to the Ghana Army Volleyball Team.
2026 WC: Inaki Williams proud of Black Stars despite Round of 32 exit
Forward Inaki Williams has expressed pride in the Black Stars despite their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, praising the team’s effort and the unwavering support of Ghanaians throughout the tournament. The four-time African champions saw their World Cup journey come to an end after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colo...
Queiroz admits feeling pressure ahead of World Cup
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has acknowledged the pressure that comes with leading Ghana into the upcoming FIFA World Cup, admitting the expectations surrounding the team weigh heavily on him. The Portuguese tactician takes charge of a Ghana side that has lost its last five matches, with the Black Stars’ most...
Black Stars players to receive $100,000 appearance fee for 2026 World Cup
The minister for sports and recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that Black Stars players will each receive an appearance fee of $100,000 for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He said the government has approved the package for players selected to represent Ghana at the tournament, which will be staged in the United States, Ca...
2026 Commonwealth Games: Zinabu Issah wins Ghana’s first medal
Ghana has secured its first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after para-athlete Zinabu Issah won silver in the Women’s F57 Shot Put. Issah produced a season-best throw of 8.65 metres in the final, earning second place and becoming Team Ghana’s first medallist at the Games in Glasgow. Her performance provides a sign...
GH¢7m Navrongo Sports project left abandoned after nearly nine years
A youth and sports facility in Navrongo that was expected to transform opportunities for young people in the Upper East Region remains unfinished nearly nine years after construction began, despite assurances that it would be completed within months.
Mbappe first to win Golden Boot twice as Rodri named best player
Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament. The France forward netted 10 goals in eight games to edge out Lionel Messi in a high-quality race. Having struck eight times to finish top scorer at Qatar 2022, Mbappe has […]
Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
Pop giants Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber have performed for thousands of spectators at the World Cup final in a half-time show to rival the Superbowl. Madonna, who sung her hit song Music – seemed to appear from tunnels under the arena, joined by Brazilian football legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. The performa...
GPL 2025/26: Berekum Chelsea end season on high with win over Bechem
Berekum Chelsea wrapped up the 2025/26 season in impressive fashion with a 3-2 victory over regional rivals Bechem United at the Golden City Park. Chelsea took firm control in the first half as Seidu Abubakari struck twice in quick succession in the 37th and 38th minutes to put the hosts in command. Bechem United respo...
ITTF- Africa Youth championship: Aklie, Borteye make history as Ghana win first African table tennis gold since 1987
Ghana has ended a 39-year wait for a gold medal at a major African table tennis event after Israel Aklie and Joanita Borteye clinched the U15 Mixed Doubles title.
Mbappe strikes again to send France through
Kylian Mbappe scored his seventh goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ as France overcame Paraguay to set up a quarter-final meeting with Morocco.
Christian Eriksen ‘conscious and doing well’ after collapsing on pitch
Christian Eriksen is conscious and “doing well under the circumstances” after collapsing on the pitch during Denmark’s friendly match against Ukraine on Sunday, the Danish Football Association (DBU) has said. The fixture was abandoned after the 34-year-old midfielder, who plays for German side Wolfsburg, collapsed to t...