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Africa Cup of Nations final

Also known as: Africa Cup of Nations in 2024

2026-04-282026-09-20
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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … He has represented the nation at the Africa Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup on several occasions, always showing passion and commitment whenever he wears the Ghana jersey. …

    Why Andre Dede Ayew deserves a place in Ghana’s 2026 World Cup squad

  3. Joy Online

    … They won the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations on home soil and reached consecutive World Cups in 1998 and 2002. …

    South Africa: The boys who gave the world a party, and went home early
  4. April 2026

  5. The Ghanaian Times

    … Players who leave the pitch in protest at a referee’s decisions could also now face a red card, following ugly scenes at the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. …

    FIFA accepts new laws ahead of World Cup

  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … It’s an investigation that it sure to add further uncertainty to next year’s Africa Cup of Nations. …

    FIFA investigates Kenya FA amidst AFCON hosting uncertainty

  7. Joy Online

    … Players who leave the pitch in protest at a referee’s decisions could also now face a red card, following ugly scenes at the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal. …

    Players who cover mouths face red card at World Cup
Sport

Ronald Donkor earns maiden Black Stars call-up for qualifiers

The News

New York Red Bulls midfielder Ronald Donkor has received his first call-up to Ghana's national team for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia, as well as a friendly against Morocco. The 21-year-old was selected by head coach Carlos Queiroz in a 24-man squad following impressive performances for the Red Bulls, where he has contributed two goals and four assists across all competitions this season.

18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

  1. Ronald Donkor earns maiden Black Stars call-up for qualifiers

    New York Red Bulls midfielder Ronald Donkor has received his first call-up to Ghana's national team for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia, as well as a friendly against Morocco. The 21-year-old was selected by head coach Carlos Queiroz in a 24-man squad following impressive performances for the Red Bulls, where he has contributed two goals and four assists across all competitions this season.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Black Stars must qualify before talking of winning AFCON

    Head coach Carlos Queiroz has urged Ghanaians to be realistic, saying the team cannot discuss winning the Africa Cup of Nations until they have qualified. Queiroz emphasised the need for ambition alongside humility, noting the Black Stars' recent history of group stage exits and missed qualifications, and prioritized 2027 AFCON qualification before focusing on the 2030 World Cup.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. Nairobi selected as first African host of World Athletics Championships

    World Athletics announced that Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, making it the first African city to stage the event. The championships will take place at Kasarani Stadium, while Munich was awarded the 2031 edition.

    16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Queiroz submits Black Stars squad for 2027 AFCON qualifiers

    Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has submitted his squad for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with the Ghana Football Association set to announce the final list after approval processes. Ghana will face Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké on September 24 and host The Gambia five days later.

    15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Accra Sports Stadium cleared to host Niger, Somalia AFCON qualifier matches

    The Accra Sports Stadium has been cleared by CAF to host international matches and will serve as the home venue for Niger and Somalia's 2027 AFCON Qualifiers games, according to the National Sports Authority. The facility is currently the only approved venue for FIFA Category A matches in Ghana.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Kenya to host inaugural World Athletics Championships in Africa

    World Athletics confirmed Nairobi as the host city for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, making it the first time Africa will host the full championships. The event will be held at Kasarani Stadium, which is undergoing renovation ahead of Kenya's co-hosting of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 14 September

  1. Three midfielders could cover for injured Partey in AFCON qualifiers

    Ghana faces a possible absence of Thomas Partey due to injury for upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia, with coach Carlos Queiroz considering replacements including Ibrahim Sulemana, Emmanuel Adjei, and a third midfielder.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Nigeria to face Russia in October international friendly

    Nigeria will play Russia in an international friendly on October 6 in Nizhny Novgorod, marking the second senior fixture between the nations following a 1-1 draw in June 2025.

    10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Tariq Lamptey injured in QPR Championship match against Charlton

    Ghana international and QPR defender Tariq Lamptey was forced off with an injury after 36 minutes in the club's Championship clash with Charlton Athletic on Wednesday, ending his run of five consecutive appearances. The injury raises concerns over his availability for Ghana's September Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 9 September

  1. GFA: Accra Sports Stadium only approved AFCON 2027 qualifier venue

    The Ghana Football Association has confirmed that the Accra Sports Stadium is currently the only approved venue in the country for the Black Stars' 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The stadium is undergoing rehabilitation to meet CAF standards and is expected to be ready for Ghana's second Group C qualifier against The Gambia on September 27.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

  1. GFA President Okraku confident his legacy will be appreciated

    Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku expressed confidence that his contributions to Ghana football will be better appreciated after his tenure, comparing himself to predecessors like Kwame Nkrumah and former GFA president Kwesi Nyantakyi. Okraku acknowledged facing criticism but said he remains focused on leaving behind a positively remembered legacy and doing "his part" for the sport's development.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GFA President Okraku welcomes constructive criticism of football administration

    Kurt Okraku says he welcomes criticism of his GFA administration provided it is constructive, noting that all football leaders face scrutiny and that their work should ultimately be judged by their contributions to the game.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. Former striker Lamptey criticises Queiroz's Ghana team performance

    Former Black Stars forward Nii Odartey Lamptey has expressed disappointment with Ghana's performance under Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, saying the current team compares unfavourably to previous World Cup squads and noting that the Black Stars scored just two goals in four competitive matches.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. President Mahama dissolves NSA board with immediate effect

    President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the governing board of the National Sports Authority, chaired by Dr Fred Awaah, with immediate effect. The affected board and eight others will be reconstituted in due course.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Accra Sports Stadium closed until Ghana's AFCON qualifier against Gambia

    The Accra Sports Stadium will remain closed for competitive football until Ghana's 2027 AFCON qualifier against The Gambia, the National Sports Authority director general has confirmed. Ghana Premier League clubs will need to find alternative venues for the upcoming 2026/27 season as the NSA works to ensure the facility meets CAF standards.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Thomas Partey fitness monitored after Saudi knock

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey picked up a knock for Al-Shabab that ruled him out of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Al Hazem. Ghana's technical team will monitor his recovery ahead of the September AFCON qualifiers against Ivory Coast and The Gambia.

    1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 27 August

  1. Ghana unveils women's minifootball team for 2026 AFCON

    The Ghana Minifootball Association has officially unveiled its women's national team, the Sparks Ladies, ahead of the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations inaugural women's minifootball tournament. MAG President Bernard Paakow Ekumah stated Ghana's target is to reach the top of Africa's rankings from its current fifth-place position out of 47 countries.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Ethiopia submits bid to host AFCON for first time since 1976

    Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, which would be its first in more than half a century. The bid faces obstacles including ongoing insurgencies in Amhara and Oromia states and threats of renewed civil war with the Tigray region.

    26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. CAS to hear Senegal AFCON appeal against Morocco in October

    The Court of Arbitration for Sport will hear Senegal's appeal on 8 October against the Confederation of African Football's March decision to award Morocco the 2025 AFCON title instead of Senegal, who won the on-pitch final 1-0 but had the result overturned following pitch disturbances.

    26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Ethiopia bids to host Afcon 2028 amid infrastructure concerns

    Ethiopia has submitted an official bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, backed by its government, but faces questions about whether it has enough stadiums meeting Confederation of African Football standards for a 24-team tournament. The country had just one approved stadium last season but is building a new international stadium in Addis Ababa.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Patrick Vieira appointed head coach of Senegal national team

    Patrick Vieira, the Senegal-born former Arsenal captain and France World Cup winner, has been appointed head coach of the Senegalese national A team, replacing Pape Thiaw. Vieira most recently managed Genoa in Serie A before departing by mutual consent last November.

    19 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Ibrahim Tanko open to Black Stars coaching role

    Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed willingness to take charge of Ghana's national team if offered the position by the GFA. Ghana is currently without a substantive head coach following Carlos Queiroz's departure, with the Black Stars set to begin 2027 AFCON qualifier preparations in September.

    18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 17 August

  1. Kenya bids to host 2029 World Athletics Championships

    Kenya has submitted an official bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships and seeks to become the first African nation to stage the event. The bid, backed by the government, faces competition from London, Rome and Munich, with World Athletics expected to decide next month.

    17 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Evelyn Badu: footballer from Seikwa rises to global renown

    Evelyn Badu, born in Seikwa in Ghana's Bono region, has become a globally renowned footballer. She joined Hasaacas Ladies under mentorship from former Ghana captain Samira Suleman, and helped the team to their first league title since 2015.

    13 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Somali referee Artan to make UEFA Super Cup history

    Somali referee Omar Artan will become the first non-European to referee the UEFA Super Cup tomorrow in Salzburg. The 34-year-old has been a leading African referee, including being named CAF Men's Referee of the Year, though he was barred from entering the United States for the World Cup despite having a valid visa.

    11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 7 August

  1. Ugandan footballer David Owori killed in street gang attack

    David Owori, 27, captain of SC Villa and a national team player, was fatally beaten by suspected robbers near his home in Kampala after resisting a mobile phone theft. Police are investigating the killing, which has prompted public outcry over violent crime in Uganda.

    7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 6 August

  1. Ugandan football captain killed in gang robbery in Kampala

    David Owori, 27-year-old captain of SC Villa and player for Uganda's national team, was beaten to death by suspected robbers near his home in Kampala after resisting an attempt to steal his mobile phone and belongings. The attack has prompted public outrage over violent crime in Uganda.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Cape Verde coach Bubista leaves for Moroccan club RS Berkane

    Bubista Pedro Leitão Brito has resigned as Cape Verde head coach to join Moroccan club RS Berkane on a two-year deal. The 56-year-old guided Cape Verde to the World Cup last 32, where they lost 3-2 to Argentina, and previously reached the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.

    5 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Cape Verde coach Bubista joins Moroccan club RS Berkane

    Bubista has resigned as Cape Verde head coach to sign a two-year deal with Moroccan club RS Berkane. Bubista guided Cape Verde to the World Cup last 32 last month and to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals.

    4 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

  1. BRÜHM honours five Ghana football legends for contributions

    BRÜHM, a home appliance and consumer electronics brand, recognised five former Ghana internationals — Rev. Osei Kofi, Ibrahim Sunday, Mohammed Ahmed "Polo", Nii Odartey Lamptey, and Dan Quaye — during a dinner on 31 July 2026, honouring their achievements in African and FIFA competitions. Each recipient received a commemorative citation, BRÜHM television, and refrigerator.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

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