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Jordan feeling pride not pressure over World Cup debut
Jordan are feeling pride not pressure ahead of their World Cup debut against Austria and will fight to prove their worth in what will be a new chapter in the country's soccer history, captain Ehsan Haddad said on Monday.
‘They want us gone’ – Man Utd fans’ fury over ticket ultimatum
Manchester United fans have reacted with fury after “thousands” had their season-ticket accounts restricted. The action follows an attempt by United to identify potential ticket touts and those breaking the club’s ticketing terms and conditions. But supporters have told BBC Sport that those who have been informed their...
We will surprise people at 2026 World Cup – Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed strong belief in Ghana’s chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has the quality to “surprise people” at the tournament in North America. The experienced forward made the remarks ahead of Ghana’s international friendly against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadiu...
World Cup 2026: Nine African nations reach knockout stage as Tunisia bows out
Ghana and eight other African representatives are in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after an impressive group-stage campaign that saw every African nation except Tunisia progress to the Round of 32.
Stonebwoy urges Ghanaians to support Black Stars despite World Cup exit
Award-winning Ghanaian musician Stonebwoy has called on Ghanaians to show greater support for the Black Stars following the team’s exit from the FIFA World Cup, urging fans to appreciate the players’ efforts instead of subjecting them to constant criticism. Speaking during a TikTok Live session, the musician said he wa...
2026 WC: Salah’s Egypt beat Australia on penalties to make last-16 of World Cup
Egypt booked their place in the last-16 of the World Cup finals after overcoming Australia with a tense penalty shootout victory in Dallas. There was very little to choose between these two sides in a tense and cagey affair, before Hossam Abdelmaguid’s winning spot-kick set up a meeting with either Argentina or Cabo Ve...
Poor renumeration affecting Ghanaian coaches – Nii Odartey Lamptey
Former Black Stars midfielder Nii Odartey Lamptey has raised concerns about the welfare of coaches in Ghana, arguing that poor remuneration is affecting their ability to develop professionally and improve the standard of the game. Lamptey, who enjoyed a successful playing career both locally and internationally, believ...
Karaga MP sends top three players for trials abroad
Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament (MP) for Karaga Constituency, has announced that the best player, best goalkeeper and top scorer of the Tumalana Community Games tournament will be sent to Dubai or Qatar for trials. “Best player, best goalkeeper and top scorer will be sent to Dub...
‘They took their chance; we didn’t’ — Jerome Opoku reflects on Ghana’s World Cup exit
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has attributed Ghana's elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team's inability to convert scoring opportunities, saying fine margins ultimately separated the Black Stars from Colombia.
2026 WC: Merino sends Spain into World Cup semi-finals at expense of Belgium
Mikel Merino came off the bench for the second straight match to fire Spain to victory with his late winner sinking brave Belgium 2-1 in an engrossing World Cup quarter-final battle in Los Angeles. After striking late in a 1-0 win over Portugal in the last 16, Merino repeated the dose when he walloped the ball into the...
2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship: Maxwell Konadu announces final Black Satellites squad
Black Satellites head coach Maxwell Konadu has unveiled Ghana’s squad for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, as the team prepares to battle for regional supremacy in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. The Ghanaian delegation arrived in the Ivorian capital on Friday. It immediately shifted focus to preparations, with the team...
2026 WC: Government pledges financial stability for Black Stars ahead of Colombia clash
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Iddie Adams has assured that government is taking steps to ensure financial issues do not become a distraction for Black Stars as they prepare for the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup. The assurance comes ahead of Ghana’s Round of 32 encounter with Colombia, with the team mak...