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England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final
England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start the World Cup semi-final against Argentina. But there remains optimism the Arsenal midfielder can shake off the effects of an illness to play on Wednesday. Rice, who suffered with a sickness bug in the lead-up to Saturday’s quarter-final victory o...
Messi’s father dealing with ‘health-related situation’
Lionel Messi’s father is currently dealing with a “health-related situation”, the family said in a statement on Thursday. “At this time, he is under medical supervision, recovering and progressing favourably within the condition he is experiencing,” the statement said. Messi was in tears after scoring his first goal in...
Tuchel’s complaints lead to Fifa moving photographers
England head coach Thomas Tuchel has won a battle with Fifa to get photographers moved away from the bench during the national anthems. Tuchel said he “could not see my team” before Wednesday’s 4-2 win over Croatia, with a wall of photographers blocking his view to the pitch. Fifa has now changed its policy and agreein...
2026 WC: I am ready for any role – Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi
Black Stars midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi has reaffirmed his commitment to the national team, stressing his readiness to operate in any role assigned to him as Ghana continues its World Cup campaign. The young midfielder delivered a decisive moment in Ghana’s opening Group L fixture, scoring deep into stoppage time to secu...
Rice expected to be fit to face Ghana despite back pain
Declan Rice is expected to be available for England’s World Cup match against Ghana after suffering from lower back pain during the win over Croatia. The midfielder was substituted midway through the second half, raising concerns about his fitness. But it is understood the back issue is unlikely to prevent Rice from pl...
Black Stars faces tactical vacuum after Otto Addo dismissal 72 days before World Cup
The Ghana Football Association’s decision to terminate Otto Addo 72 days before the 2026 World Cup is a seismic shift in the African football landscape. By choosing a “new technical direction” so close to the tournament, the GFA has prioritized immediate tactical repair over long-term stability. The dismissal follows a...
Ghana Feel It All as Coca-Cola kicks off FIFA World Cup 26 campaign
Coca-Cola officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26 campaign, “Feel It All,” in Ghana with an electrifying Watch Party for Ghana’s opening match against Panama, held at the Ghud Park, Accra Mall in Accra.
We may not have the stars, but we have the spirit – Kofi Adams predicts strong Black Stars run
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams says the Black Stars may not boast the biggest names in world football, but he believes the team has the spirit, support, and momentum to make a deep run at the FIFA World Cup.
Shakira, Madonna, Justin Bieber and BTS perform at colourful World Cup half-time show
Pop giants Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber performed for thousands of spectators at the 2026 World Cup final half-time show.
Iran still awaiting World Cup visas, says FA president
Iran players are yet to receive visas for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Iranian Football Federation president Mehdi Taj. Speaking ahead of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June, Taj said discussions with FIFA were ongoing as visa issues remain unre...
Mbappe and Dembele send France into World Cup semi-finals
Slick France coasted into their third successive World Cup semi-final as second-half goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele sealed a one-sided 2-0 quarter-final victory over Morocco in Boston. Les Blues were frustrated by well-drilled opponents in the first half and Mbappe saw a weak penalty saved by Morocco goal...
FIFA plans to speed up launch of new World Cup spin-off
FIFA already has plans to receive the first financing in less than 100 days from private investors in an accelerated launch of a new World Cup spinoff venture, Sky News can reveal.