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2026 WC: Thomas Partey to miss Ghana’s opener after visa appeal rejected
Thomas Partey will miss Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama after wrongly telling officials in Canada he had never been arrested or charged with a crime. Partey, 33, was denied entry to Canada before Wednesday’s match in Toronto because of ongoing criminal proceedings in the UK. The Ghanaian government sought permi...
2026 WC: Knockout qualification is our priority – Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has set his sights firmly on a place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing that progression beyond the group stage must be the team’s minimum target. His comments came after Ghana were held to a 1-1 draw by Wales in a friendly at the […]
2026 WC: Big stars and old rivals – what to expect in semi-finals
The World Cup continues to deliver drama and unforgettable moments, and the field is now down to just four nations as we head into the semi-finals. France, Spain, England and Argentina are now two wins away from the world title, and with a place in the final at stake, the margin for error is now […]
Laryea Kingston open to Black Stars coaching role
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has revealed that he would accept the opportunity to coach the Black Stars if approached by the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The coaching position has come under renewed attention following Ghana’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the uncertainty surrounding the futu...
Underdogs, history and late goals – Africa’s World Cup
Africa sent its largest ever contingent to the 2026 Fifa World Cup, but while there were undoubtedly some great storylines, how successful was the tournament overall for the 10 teams who travelled? After nine nations made it into the knockout stage, Confederation of African Football (Caf) boss Patrice Motsepe said they...
Kurt Okraku confirms Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup squad announcement date
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has confirmed that Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be announced on June 1. The announcement follows the Black Stars’ 2-0 defeat to Mexico in an international friendly played on Saturday morning, a match Okraku said served a wider develop...
Brazil’s Neymar ‘recovering well’ after injury ahead of World Cup opener
Neymar is “recovering well” from the calf injury that has made him a doubt for the start of Brazil’s World Cup campaign, the team said in a statement on Monday. Brazil’s all-time record scorer underwent an MRI scan on Monday which showed he is “making good progress in his treatment” amid hopes that he will […]
Iran’s World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa row
Iran’s Fifa World Cup 2026 football team have landed in Mexico amid an ongoing row over visas and access to the stadiums in the US where they are to play. All three of Iran’s group games are in the US, but the players and support staff have been told they have to fly in and […]
2026 WC: Carlos Queiroz confirms near-full squad as Ghana prepare for Colombia clash
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has confirmed that 25 of his 26-man squad are available for selection ahead of Saturday’s World Cup Round of 16 clash against Colombia in Kansas City. Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Thursday, Queiroz said only one player will miss the decisive encounter due to injury. “Wit...
Black Stars arrive in USA to step up 2026 World Cup preparations
The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived safely in the United States as preparations intensify ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The senior national team departed Cardiff on Wednesday, June 3, after several weeks of training aimed at sharpening the squad for the global tournament. The delegation, comprising players, techn...
Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter the US, says White House official
Iran's World Cup soccer players have been granted visas to enter the United States, a White House official told Reuters on Friday, just 10 days before their first match in Los Angeles amid a conflict between the two countries.
2026 WC: Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat
England head coach Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association and is expected to lead the team into Euro 2028. A 2-1 defeat by Argentina on Wednesday meant England’s men missed out on a first World Cup final appearance since 1966. Tuchel was criticised for his substitutions as England squandered a 1-...