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‘‘We can handle difficult situations’’ – defiant Otto Addo assures ahead of Germany test
Ghana coach Otto Addo remains unfazed by Monday’s test against Germany, despite Friday’s defeat to Austria in Vienna. The Stars suffered a humiliating 5-1 defeat at the hands of Austria in a pre-World Cup friendly. Friday’s defeat was the first time Ghana had conceded five goals in a match since the 5-0 loss to Saudi [...
Rodri set to undergo back surgery
World Cup winner Rodri will have surgery on a back issue on Monday, new Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has confirmed.
Sports Ministry, Creative Arts join forces to boost Ghana’s 2026 World Cup agenda
Ghana’s push toward a successful World Cup campaign is taking a broader, more inclusive approach, as the Ministry of Sports intensifies collaboration with the creative arts sector to rally national support and showcase the country’s cultural identity on the global stage.
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Adom FM/Asempa FM host thrilling Black Stars watch party at Blueprint Lounge [Photos]
Football fans gathered in their numbers at Blueprint Lounge in Kotobabi on Wednesday, June 17, as Adom FM and Asempa FM hosted a vibrant watch party for Ghana’s opening match against Panama national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The atmosphere was electric throughout the game, with supporters passionately c...
Uruguay pick Man Utd’s Ugarte but Suarez left out
Uruguay have included Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte in their squad for the World Cup – but there is no place for veteran striker Luis Suarez. Ugarte is one of three Premier League players selected for the tournament in North America along with Wolves defender Santiago Bueno and Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo...
2026 WC: Ecuador stun Germany to reach World Cup last 32
Ecuador reached the World Cup knockout stage in dramatic fashion as they came from behind to beat Germany in New Jersey and set up a potential meeting with England. They had not scored a goal in their first two games, a draw with Curacao and a defeat by Ivory Coast, but finally showed the talent […]
2026 WC: Brobbey scores again as Dutch set up Morocco tie in last 32
Two goals within the first seven minutes helped to guide the Netherlands to victory over Tunisia as they finished top of Group F. Winning the group sets up a tie with Group C runners-up – and 2022 semi-finalists – Morocco in Monterrey at 02:00 BST on Tuesday. Ronald Koeman’s side were ahead before the clock […]
Black Stars and the Art of Sacking: When the Coach Must Always Go First
The sacking of Otto Addo as head coach of the Ghana national football team has followed a familiar national script—one that is as predictable as it is revealing. It is a script Ghana knows too well, one that begins with defeat and ends with dismissal. There is a ritual in the Republic whenever the Black Stars lose. It...
Tunisia out of World Cup after thumping defeat by Japan
Tunisia’s miserable World Cup continued as their inability to progress from the group stage was confirmed by defeat against Japan. After a tumultuous week in which they suffered a 5-1 defeat by Sweden, sacked Sabri Lamouchi and appointed ex-Saudi Arabia boss Herve Renard as head coach, it took less than four minutes fo...
Mohammed Polo: World Cup expansion a blessing for Africa
Ghana football legend Mohammed Polo has thrown his support behind FIFA’s decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams, arguing that the move finally addresses long-standing concerns over Africa’s limited representation on the global stage. The 1978 Africa Cup of Nations winner believes the new structure will significan...
The 3 things every World Cup fan should remember: Breathe, Hydrate, and Choose Healthy Snacks
The FIFA World Cup is more than a football tournament. It is a global emotional event. Across countries, cultures, homes, workplaces, restaurants, viewing centres, fan parks, and stadiums, millions of people gather to watch, cheer, argue, celebrate, and sometimes suffer through every pass, tackle, missed chance, and pe...
FIFA sanctions Nigeria and DR Congo over World Cup play-off
FIFA has sanctioned the national football teams of Nigeria and DR Congo following disciplinary incidents during their 2026 World Cup continental play-off in November last year.