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Quansah banned for two games after Mexico red card
England defender Jarell Quansah has been given a two-match ban for his red card against Mexico.
Mexico become first country to qualify for World Cup last 32
Co-hosts Mexico became the first nation to qualify for the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup with a narrow win over South Korea in Guadalajara.
Ghana’s World Cup squad “weakest in 20 years” — analyst
Ghana’s 2026 World Cup squad is the weakest the country has assembled for a major tournament in two decades, according to sports analyst Hans Mensah Andoh. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Tuesday (2 June), Andoh said the 26-man squad lacks both quality and cohesion compared to previous Black Stars teams. “I do...
2026 WC: Our real ‘World Cup’ starts now – Carlos Queiroz ahead of Ghana v Colombia clash
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has raised the stakes ahead of Saturday’s Round of 32 clash against Colombia, declaring that the tournament effectively begins at the knockout stage. Ghana face the South American side at the Kansas City Stadium on July 4, with kick-off scheduled for 01:30 GMT, as both teams battle...
World Cup ticket prices plummet as all three host nations exit tournament
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has witnessed the total elimination of all three host nations, reshuffling the economic landscape for the remainder of the tournament. The United States, Mexico, and Canada have all exited the competition, leading to a sharp decline in ticket demand. As soccer fans recalibrate their plans, the s...
Mbappe condemns racist posts from Paraguay senator
France forward Kylian Mbappe has condemned a Paraguayan senator as “despicable” and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education. Celeste Amarilla, of Paraguay’s Liberal Radical Party, posted her comments on X after her country’s defeat by France in the last 16 of...
2027 WC: Decision to sack Otto Addo was unfortunate – Henry Asante Twum
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) says it would have preferred to see Otto Addo remain in charge of the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even as the team prepares for the tournament under new head coach Carlos Queiroz. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum acknowledged that Addo—who was reappointed i...
2026 WC: Black Stars players ready to give their best – Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has expressed strong confidence in his final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the players are united, motivated and ready to represent the nation with pride on football’s biggest stage. The Portuguese tactician on Monday, June 1, named his 26-man squad for the tournament in N...
2026 WC: Everything will depend on ‘poster boy’ Antoine Semenyo – Asamoah Gyan
Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan believes Antoine Semenyo could be the difference-maker for the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be staged across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Semenyo has enjoyed a remarkable season that has elevated his profile on the global stage. After impressing with AFC Bournem...
Empty seat at World Cup for imprisoned French sports journalist
A seat is being left empty in the press box at every France game at the World Cup to highlight the case of a French sports journalist who is in prison in Algeria. Christophe Gleizes was jailed in 2025 for seven years for supporting terrorism. French journalists’ unions have called on Algeria to release Gleizes, who spe...
2026 WC: Two goalkeepers likely to be chopped from Black Stars’ final squad – Sports Minister
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams says the Black Stars are fully prepared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while indicating that two players are expected to be dropped from the current provisional squad, likely from the goalkeeping department. Head coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 28-man provisional list that i...
No taxpayer money for fans’ World Cup trips — Sports Ministry clarifies sponsorship plans
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has dismissed claims that government funds are being used to sponsor supporters to attend the FIFA World Cup, describing such reports as misleading and inaccurate. In a statement issued on June 18, 2026, the Ministry stressed that neither President John Dramani Mahama nor the gover...