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Qatar stun Switzerland to snatch first-ever World Cup point
Qatar scored a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser as they fought back to draw against Switzerland to claim their first-ever point at a World Cup finals. Boualem Khoukhi headed home Homam El Amin’s cross in the 94th minute to spark wild celebrations among Julen Lopetegui’s squad. It delivered a remarkable conclusion to a...
2026 WC: It will be a competitive clash – Gyan on Ghana’s group game against England
Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan has expressed confidence that Ghana will produce a strong showing against England at the 2026 World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, are set to make their fifth World Cup appearance and have been drawn into Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia. The Black Stars w...
Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada, unable to play Ghana’s World Cup opener
Thomas Partey will play no part in Ghana’s first World Cup game in Toronto as he has been denied entry to Canada.
The Thomas Partey Case: Presumption of innocence, sovereignty and the World Cup
The sudden and dramatic decision by Canadian authorities to deny entry to Ghana's star midfielder, Thomas Partey, ahead of the national team's opening FIFA World Cup fixture against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, has sparked significant legal, diplomatic, and sporting controversy. What initially appeared to be a routine...
Mexico beat South Africa in chaotic World Cup opener as three players sent off
Mexico got the 2026 World Cup underway by comfortably beating South Africa 2-0, in a match that saw three players sent off.
Subtitute Merino scores late winner as Spain knock out Portugal
Mikel Merino came off the bench to score an injury-time winner for Spain as they knocked Portugal - and Cristiano Ronaldo - out of the World Cup in a heavyweight last-16 tie in Dallas.
Scaloni leaves news conference in tears talking about his future
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni left his post-match news conference in tears when talking about his future after Sunday's World Cup final defeat by Spain.
Messi suffers injury scare before World Cup
Argentina star Lionel Messi suffered an injury scare before the World Cup, requesting a substitution during Inter Miami's Major League Soccer game on Sunday.
Gov’t to buy 2026 World Cup tickets for Ghanaians abroad to support Black Stars – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans for the government to purchase match tickets for Ghanaians living abroad who wish to support the Ghana national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2026 WC: Black Stars determined to make Ghanaians proud – Thomas-Asante
Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante says the team is determined to make Ghanaians proud as preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana heads into the tournament seeking an improved performance after disappointing group-stage exits at the 2014 and 2022 World Cups in Brazil and Qatar respectively...
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz must be firm – David Accam
Former Black Stars winger David Accam has backed head coach Carlos Queiroz to take a firm, authoritative approach as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Portuguese tactician was appointed in April on a short-term deal, replacing Otto Addo, and is expected to lead Ghana into the tournament in North America....
2026 WC: Ghana ready for Colombia challenge, says captain Jordan Ayew
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew says the Black Stars are fully prepared for their highly anticipated Round of 32 showdown against Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-time African champions will face the unbeaten South Americans on Saturday, July 4, at the Kansas City Stadium after progressing from Group L in third...