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Mexico beat South Africa in dramatic 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.
John Dumelo announces free World Cup viewing centres with meals for Ayawaso West residents
Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Dumelo, has announced a series of initiatives aimed at bringing football fans together as the World Cup kicks off. In a post shared on social media, the MP revealed that he has paid for DStv subscriptions at television viewing centres across the constituency to enable...
Messi, Maradona or Pele? Ranking the top 10 World Cup legends
It’s a daunting task. Trying to whittle down thousands of players from 22 tournaments spread over almost a century to pick the top 10 World Cup legends of all time. To my mind, the top six or seven are obvious – even if the order is debatable – but it’s those who fill the remaining spots that will no doubt spark the bi...
2026 WC: England favourites to reach semis, says Norway boss
England are favourites to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup, Norway boss Stale Solbakken has told BBC Sport. The Three Lions meet Norway – who knocked out five-time world champions Brazil in the last 16 – in Miami on Saturday (22:00 BST kick-off). And Solbakken, in an interview with BBC sports editor Dan Roan, […]
Antoine Semenyo has no England regrets ahead of World Cup showdown: “I could never say no to Ghana”
England-born Antoine Semenyo insists he has never once regretted choosing Ghana over the Three Lions as he prepares to face his country of birth in one of the standout fixtures of the World Cup group stage. Antoine Semenyo, the new Global Brand Ambassador for Ahmad Tea, commented: “I got a call from Ghana when I […]
Black Stars carry the hopes of millions of Ghanaians – Dr. Wuaku
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr. David Kofi Mawuvi Wuaku, says the Black Stars are carrying the hopes and aspirations of millions of Ghanaians as they continue their quest for success on the international stage. He said every appearance by the national team represents more than just a football match, des...
Immigration law that may have kept Thomas Partey out of Canada, as England clash looms
The decision to refuse Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey entry to Canada has turned attention to a feature of Canadian immigration law that surprises many travellers: a person can be barred without ever being convicted of a crime. Partey, 32, faces trial on seven counts of rape and one of sexual assault at Southwark Crown...
World Cup 2026: Julius Malema ‘jumped’ in attempt to rally Africa behind Bafana Bafana
South African political figure and Pan-African advocate, Julius Malema, will be disappointed in the kind of response he got to his post that sought to rally the entire African continent behind the Bafana Bafana of South Africa as they prepared to face 2026 World Cup co-host, Mexico, in the tournament-opening encounter...
Nigeria out of WAFCON in shock loss to Cameroon, who qualify for World Cup
Nigeria’s Super Falcons registered their worst-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations performance after being defeated 1-0 by Cameroon in Sunday’s quarterfinal in Casablanca, with the Indomitable Lionesses securing their berth at next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup. A thunderous 20th-minute free kick from teenage defender M...
USA striker Patrick Agyemang ruled out of World Cup due to injury
USA striker Patrick Agyemang will miss the upcoming FIFA World Cup after suffering an Achilles tendon injury, his English club Derby County has said.
2026 WC: Ghana secure Round of 32 spot ahead of Croatia clash
The Black Stars of Ghana have officially qualified for the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming one of the first African nations to book a place in the knockout stages of the tournament. The four-time African champions secured their place ahead of their final Group L match against Croatia, which will […]
2026 WC: Mohammed Kudus’ absence will affect Black Stars – Sports Minister Kofi Adams
The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has acknowledged that Mohammed Kudus’ absence is a significant setback for the Black Stars, while insisting that injuries remain an unavoidable part of professional football. The 25-year-old midfielder suffered a hamstring injury that initially placed him on course for...