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The Ghanaian Times
… Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 on Saturday dawn, Jhon Arias’ 14th-minute goal proving decisive at Kansas City Stadium. …
Black Stars will bounce back -Gideon MensahJoy Online
Portuguese trainer Carlos Queiroz has left his role as head coach of the Black Stars following the team’s 2026 FIFA World Cup exit. …
Carlos Quieroz leaves Black Stars head coach role after World Cup exitJoy Online
… To the future.” Queiroz was unveiled on Thursday, April 23, 2026, by the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Mr Kofi Adams, following the departure of Otto Addo, and was tasked with leading the Black Stars to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana job, calls for stronger off-field structures for Black StarsJoy Online
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has urged Ghanaians to remain optimistic about the future of the Black Stars and Ghana football despite the team’s exit at the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the campaign as a foundation for g …
The future of Ghana football remains bright -GFA PresidentJoy Online
The curtains have fallen on Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. In a gut-wrenching encounter at the Round of 32, the Black Stars were edged out 1-0 by a clinical Colombian side, marking a premature end to their journey on the global stage. …
GFA looks to the future after Colombia humbles Black StarsJoy Online
… Kofi Adams, has urged the Black Stars to stay united following their 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
We’ve taken a good step – Sports Minister encourages Black Stars after Colombia defeatJoy Online
Following Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, left back Gideon Mensah says the team’s focus has already shifted to redemption in the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers. …
We don’t take your sacrifice for granted – Gideon Mensah salutes Ghanaian fansJoy Online
… Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32 on Friday night, Jhon Arias’ 14th-minute goal proving decisive at Kansas City Stadium. …
Gideon Mensah vows Black Stars will bounce backJoy Online
The fallout from Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup elimination has exposed deep-seated frustration within the Black Stars camp. …
Internal friction and tactical flaws define Ghana’s 2026 World Cup exitJoy Online
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has identified the early injury to defender Marvin Senaya as a major factor in Ghana’s 1-0 defeat to Colombia, a result that ended the country’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. …
Black Stars lost organisation after Senaya’s injury – Carlos QueirozNeymar has officially announced the end of his international career with Brazil, stating he will not play for the Seleção again after more than a decade representing the country. His announcement came after Brazil's World Cup elimination against Norway.
10 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Neymar has officially announced the end of his international career with Brazil, stating he will not play for the Seleção again after more than a decade representing the country. His announcement came after Brazil's World Cup elimination against Norway.
10 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Betano Ghana is refunding customers who placed outright bets on the Black Stars to progress further in the 2026 FIFA World Cup following Ghana's elimination in the Round of 32. The company says the refund initiative is intended to support football fans who backed the national team during its World Cup campaign.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Ghana head coach Otto Addo has expressed his desire to return to coaching following his exit from the national team, saying he remains motivated and is open to working as either a head coach or assistant coach.
27 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams confirmed that Ghana's Black Queens, Black Princesses, Black Satellites, and Black Maidens are owed outstanding winning and qualification bonuses, while the Black Stars have had their 2023–2025 qualifying bonuses cleared ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The government is working to settle the arrears, with delays partly attributed to new Sports Act provisions requiring percentage deductions for a national sports development fund.
24 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Finance Minister Ato Forson said the government will recover GHS58 million it spent to support the Black Stars' preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup once FIFA pays the team's World Cup appearance fee. Forson explained that the government had to fund the team's preparations before FIFA's payment arrived.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Three West African nations led by military governments have submitted a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations, emphasizing regional integration and sustainable development of African football. The Caf president said the countries will have "as good a chance as everybody else" despite their military governance and ongoing security challenges from jihadist groups.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz could be involved in a CAF review meeting assessing Africa's performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CAF president Patrice Motsepe announced plans to bring together national team coaches, football experts and former players following a record-breaking showing by African teams at the tournament.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi finished the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the most effective shot-stopper with a goals prevented statistic of 2.35 and a team-leading rating of 7.21, playing 135 minutes before an injury ended his tournament after Ghana's opening group match.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. Spain's second men's World Cup title was widely praised as a fitting reward for their technically superior performance, in which they dominated possession at 65 per cent and registered 20 shots including 11 on target.
21 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
England secured third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating France 6-4 in a bronze-medal playoff in Miami, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Jude Bellingham setting a new England World Cup scoring record.
20 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign England international Morgan Rogers in a club-record transfer worth £117 million, with a medical scheduled for Monday and personal terms already agreed. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder will sign a six-year contract until 2032 with an optional additional year, and the deal will become Chelsea's most expensive signing and a new British transfer record.
20 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 115th minute after Argentina's Enzo Fernández was sent off in the second half. Spain's triumph, their second world title after 2010, was marked by their defensive strength as they conceded just one goal throughout the tournament.
20 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute. The victory gave Spain their second World Cup title and first since 2010, with Argentina finishing the match down to 10 men after Enzo Fernández's red card.
19 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama praised the Black Stars' 2026 World Cup performance, where Ghana reached the Round of 32 before losing to Colombia, and said maintaining the current squad and supporting Queiroz can build a stronger team capable of competing at future AFCON and World Cup tournaments.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama believes the Black Stars can grow stronger and compete at future tournaments if current players and technical staff are maintained and supported. Mahama praised the team's performance at the 2026 World Cup, where Ghana advanced to the Round of 32 before losing to Colombia.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
England midfielder Jude Bellingham could face FIFA disciplinary review after appearing to strike Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 defeat in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals. If found guilty of violent conduct, Bellingham risks missing England's third-place play-off against France.
17 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Jude Bellingham could face FIFA disciplinary review after appearing to strike Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 semi-final defeat in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If found guilty of violent conduct, the Real Madrid midfielder risks missing England's third-place play-off against France.
17 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Accra Hearts of Oak has dismissed reports that it assigned a transfer valuation to goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following his World Cup performances, saying no official valuation has been communicated and any circulating figures are speculative.
17 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Accra Hearts of Oak has dismissed reports that it placed a transfer valuation on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following his performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating it has not authorised any individual or media outlet to communicate a transfer value on behalf of the club. The club said any figures circulating are speculative and remains open to considering offers that serve the best interests of both the player and the club.
17 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Hearts of Oak have dismissed media reports of a transfer valuation placed on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following his performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating no official asking price has been set, though the club remains open to considering offers that benefit both player and club.
16 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Spain advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final with a 2-0 semi-final victory over France, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal's first-half penalty and Pedro Porro's second-half strike securing the win on Tuesday night.
16 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has confirmed that Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz earns $80,000 per month, contradicting earlier reports of a $100,000 monthly salary. Queiroz was appointed after Otto Addo's dismissal in March and led Ghana to the Round of 32 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers before a knockout-stage loss to Colombia.
15 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Football Association and Ministry of Sports have agreed to retain Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz beyond his initial four-month contract, with Queiroz expected to sign a two-year deal to lead the Black Stars toward winning the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi expressed confidence that Ghana will secure qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, saying the squad has the quality and hunger needed. Ghana has been drawn in Group C alongside Ivory Coast, Gambia, and Somalia, with qualifiers scheduled to begin in September.
14 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has denied reports of his resignation, clarifying that an emotional Instagram post following Ghana's 1-0 elimination by Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup was merely an expression of gratitude. Queiroz stated he remains the Black Stars coach and has not formally communicated any exit to Ghana's football administration.
13 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Senegalese Football Federation has dismissed head coach Pape Thiaw and his entire technical staff following Senegal's Round of 32 elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they lost 3-2 to Belgium after extra time despite leading 2-0.
13 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Spain (1), Argentina (2), France (3) and England (4) have all reached the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup for the first time. FIFA's draw change separated the top four teams into different quadrants to prevent them meeting before the semi-finals, requiring each to win their group.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana international and Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has completed a move to German Bundesliga side FC Koln on a two-year contract until June 2028, following the end of his four-year spell with French club Auxerre.
11 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen all three host nations—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—eliminated from the tournament, causing secondary market ticket prices to plummet. Quarterfinal tickets for the Spain versus Belgium match in Los Angeles fell 65 per cent to $1,100, while Miami-based tickets dropped 45 per cent to $2,000, as pricing had relied on host teams advancing.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama has urged Black Stars players to demonstrate greater patriotism and commitment when representing Ghana, expressing disappointment that some players did not sing the national anthem before matches. He stated that players unwilling to sing the national anthem should not be selected for the national team.
10 July 2026 · Daily Guide →