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2026 WC: Jordan Ayew calls for improved performance as Ghana prepare for Colombia showdown
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has urged his side to tighten up after their Group L campaign ended in defeat at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars were beaten 2-1 by Croatia, a result that saw them finish third in the group but still progress to the Round of 32. Ghana will now face […]

Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach last 16 of World Cup
Four-time winners Germany have been knocked out of the 2026 World Cup, losing to Paraguay in a thrilling penalty shootout after it finished 1-1 after extra time. Arsenal forward Kai Havertz and Newcastle’s Nick Woltemade both had their spot-kicks saved by goalkeeper Orlando Gill. But Paraguay twice missed chances to go...

‘Recharged’ Klopp says he is ‘ready’ for Germany job as he confirms talks
A ”recharged” Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany head coach, but says ”fundamental changes” are needed to improve the nation’s fortunes following their 2026 World Cup round of 32 exit against Paraguay. Nagelsmann stepped down from his role following Germany’s shock penalty...

Norway’s Haaland says pressure is all on England
Norway striker Erling Haaland says all the pressure is on England leading into their World Cup quarter-final meeting on Saturday – and with a smile, called on the media to put as much pressure on Thomas Tuchel’s side as possible. Norway had not competed at a World Cup since 1998, but have reached the final […]

Carlos Queiroz tasked to guide Black Stars to semifinals of 2026 World Cup – Kofi Adams
Minister of Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has disclosed that new Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has been given an ambitious mandate to lead Ghana to the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 73-year-old Portuguese tactician, who signed a four-month contract to replace Otto Addo, was officially unveiled i...
King Promise pays visit to Black Stars team in camp [Video]
Fresh off passionately supporting the Black Stars from the stands during their FIFA World Cup clash against England, Ghanaian singer King Promise took his support a step further by paying a special visit to the national team at their training camp. The award-winning musician was warmly welcomed by Black Stars Managemen...

The financial winners and losers from the World Cup
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2026 WC: We have to be aggressive around match officials – Semenyo
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has called on his teammates to be aggressive around match officials at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a series of contentious penalty decisions against the Black Stars. Ghana have made a strong start to the tournament, collecting four points from their opening two matches. The...

AFC joins Uefa and Concacaf in opposing Fifa plan
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) says it "stands in solidarity" with Uefa and Concacaf in opposition to Fifa's proposal to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors.

2026 WC: Fatawu Issahaku eyes impact role in Black Stars squad
Ghana forward Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has welcomed his inclusion in the Black Stars’ final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he is motivated to play a decisive role as the team targets a strong tournament run. The 22-year-old winger, who featured at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar—making an appearance against Portuga...

2026 WC: Canada thrash nine-man Qatar but Marsch in tears over Kone injury
Ismael Kone’s serious-looking injury left Canada manager Jesse Marsch in tears and overshadowed their first-ever World Cup finals win as they thrashed nine-man Qatar 6-0. With the co-hosts already leading 3-0 in Vancouver and with a man advantage, Qatar’s Assim Omer Madibo and Kone both challenged for the ball, resulti...

2026 WC: I’m not confident in Black Stars — Ex-Sports Minister
Former Ghana Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has cast uncertainty over the Black Stars’ chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he is unconvinced by the current squad’s readiness for the tournament. Ghana, set for their fifth appearance at football’s global showpiece, have been drawn in Group L alongside...