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World Cup: I have right papers and visa – barred referee Artan
Somali referee Omar Artan says he was subjected to an 11-hour immigration interview before being denied entry to the United States for the World Cup despite holding the "right papers" and "right visa".
Players who cover mouths face red card at World Cup
Players at the World Cup could face a red card if they cover their mouths when speaking to opponents during confrontations. The decision was taken during a special meeting of the Fifa Council in Vancouver, Canada, on Tuesday, where two Fifa-proposed law amendments were approved.
Doku ‘not against’ journalist who criticised him at World Cup
Jeremy Doku says he is "not against" the journalist who criticised his plan to leave the Belgium camp during the World Cup to attend the birth of his first child.
2026 WC: There is pressure, but I am confident in Black Stars’ chances – Asamoah Gyan
Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan says there is growing optimism among Ghanaians ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while cautioning that the team will carry significant expectations when the tournament begins. Ghana will compete at the global showpiece hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking...
2026 WC: Local players must have a greater inclusion in Black Stars squad – GHALCA president
President of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), John Ansah, has called for more locally based players to be included in the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His appeal follows comments by newly appointed Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz, who recently indicated that home-based players would be given fa...
Kwadwo Asamoah urges caution over Black Stars’ World Cup expectations
Former Ghana international Kwadwo Asamoah has urged caution over expectations surrounding the Black Stars as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, four-time African champions, have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama in what is expected to be a challenging campaign in North America. S...
2026 WC: Black Stars change training ground in Virginia
The Black Stars of Ghana have changed their initially assigned training base ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as preparations intensify for their opening match against Panama. Before the team arrived in the United States, one of the tournament’s co-hosts, FIFA, had designated Bryant University in Boston as Ghana’s offi...
2026 WC: Ghana has a good team to beat group opponents – Majeed Waris
Former Ghana international Abdul Majeed Waris has expressed confidence in the Black Stars’ ability to make a strong impact at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ghana, who will be making their fifth appearance at the tournament to be hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico, have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England and [...
Otto Addo begins FIFA Technical Study Group role at 2026 World Cup
Former Ghana head coach Otto Addo has commenced his duties as a member of FIFA’s Technical Study Group (TSG) for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Addo is the only African representative on the influential 11-member panel tasked with analysing tactical trends throughout the tournament and helping to determine the winners of maj...
Portugal’s Ronaldo set for record sixth World Cup
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to play in a record sixth World Cup after being selected in Portugal's squad for this summer's tournament.
Eriksen conscious after collapsing in Denmark game
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine but is now conscious, says the Danish Football Association.
‘A World Cup for them not us’: Fans’ anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions
When Iraq's football team qualified for the World Cup at the end of March, Abdulla Adnan bought tickets for his country's matches against Norway and France, which will be played in the US cities of Boston and Philadelphia this month.