Ghana Minute.
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Ghana’s news, on the hourWork with us
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Accra—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Ghanaian press · Person

Benjamin Asare

Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper who earned 2025/26 GPL Player of the Year and started Ghana's 2026 World Cup campaign, including a clean sheet against England.

2026-04-282026-10-29

News reports

Order a long-term news report on Benjamin Asare

Every mention in the Ghanaian press over the period you choose, compiled as a PDF or Word document.

Order a news report

Tell us where to reach you and we’ll be in touch to agree the period and format.

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    … The players gave everything.” The Black Stars produced a disciplined defensive display to frustrate England, with goalkeeper Benjamin Asare keeping a clean sheet behind a resolute backline featuring Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Marvin Senaya and Gideon Mensah. …

    Queiroz Urges Focus Ahead Of Croatia Clash
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    Ghana coach, Carlos Queiroz, has praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars’ goalless draw with England at the Boston Stadium. …

    Queiroz hails Asare’s exploits against England
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    … Tuesday’s result saw Ghana execute a disciplined defensive plan to frustrate England, with goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, centre back Jerome Opoku, and midfielder Kwasi Sibo all earning praise post-match. …

    Black Stars depart Rhode Island for Philadelphia ahead of Croatia decider
  5. Daily Guide

    … Saka was denied by an excellent save from goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, while O’Reilly struck the crossbar. …

    Black Stars Hold England To Boost World Cup Hopes
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … The players gave everything.” Queiroz praised his squad’s resilience after Benjamin Asare’s clean sheet and a disciplined defensive display from Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Marvin Senaya and Gideon Mensah. …

    2026 FIFA World Cup: We have won nothing yet, target is 1/16th round… Queiroz tells fans after England stalemate
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    … With the three chances, Benjamin Asare pulled magnificent saves to set a record as the first Ghanaian goalie to record two clean sheets in succession. …

    The God of Daniel spoke for Black Stars against Three Lions
  8. Joy Online

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars’ goalless draw with England at the Boston Stadium. …

    Queiroz hails Benjamin Asare’s exploits against England
  9. Joy Online

    … On Tuesday night (June 23, 2026) at Gillette Stadium in Boston, Benjamin Asare stood tall against one of the most feared attacks in world football, keeping a clean sheet against the Three Lions of England and cementing his place as Ghana’s No. …

    From career-threatening injury to Ghana’s World Cup heroics : Benjamin Asare’s miracle rise
  10. Joy Online

    … We’ve been better than them in terms of fighting spirit and determination.” The Ghana coach also hailed the performance of Benjamin Asare, who started in goal for the injured Lawrence Ati-Zigi and produced a composed display. …

    Queiroz fumes at VAR after Ghana draw with England, claims officials missed penalty and red card
  11. Joy Online

    The Ghana Black Stars goalkeeper, Benjamin Asare, has become a source of deep emotion in Korle Gonno, a suburb of Accra where he was raised, following his standout performance in the goalless draw against England in the 2026 World Cup group-stage match on Tuesday. …

    Benjamin Asare’s grandmother sheds tears of joy over his performance in England vs Ghana match

Monday 26 October

  1. Hearts of Oak beat Holy Stars to extend winning streak

    Accra Hearts of Oak defeated Basake Holy Stars 1-0 at the University of Ghana Stadium, with substitute Martin Karikari scoring in the 82nd minute to secure their third successive league win.

    26 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 19 October

  1. Shatta Wale headlines ShattaFest Accra concert at MoMoFest

    Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale headlined ShattaFest Accra 2026 at MoMoFest on October 17, drawing thousands of fans to the Accra Sports Stadium for a birthday celebration featuring over a dozen artistes including Medikal, Sista Afia, and Patapaa. The all-white themed event included emotional moments, performances, and an onstage collaboration between Shatta Wale and Medikal.

    19 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. ShattaFest 2026 crowd reveals youth trust gaps in state and church

    An analysis of the October 17, 2026 ShattaFest concert at Accra Sports Stadium—which drew a capacity crowd—argues that the stadium's full stands demonstrate Ghanaians' willingness to gather and believe, but highlight institutional failures of the state and church to command similar trust from young people.

    19 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 18 October

  1. Shatta Wale celebrates 45th birthday with ShattaFest concert

    Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale held ShattaFest 2026 at Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, October 17, drawing thousands of fans for performances by Medikal, Patapaa, Fancy Gadam, Jupitar, Kwesi Amewuga and Sista Afia, with Shatta Wale appearing visibly moved by the turnout and fan support.

    18 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

  1. Hearts of Oak, Dreams FC draw goalless in GPL Matchday 5

    Accra Hearts of Oak and Dreams FC played a goalless draw in their Ghana Premier League fixture at the University of Ghana Stadium, with Hearts seeking their third win and winless Dreams FC chasing their first victory of the season.

    5 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Sarpong criticises minimal GPL representation in Black Stars squad

    Veteran coach Joseph Emmanuel Sarpong has criticised the limited inclusion of Ghana Premier League players in Carlos Queiroz's 24-man Black Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with only Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare selected as a home-based player. Sarpong argues that deserving domestic players are denied international opportunities while players who later succeed abroad are eventually called up.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

  1. Queiroz names 24-man Ghana squad for AFCON qualifiers and Morocco

    Coach Carlos Queiroz has named a 24-man squad for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia, as well as a friendly against Morocco. The squad includes World Cup players, two debutants, and Mohammed Kudus, who returns after seven months out with injury.

    18 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 31 August

  1. Kotoko defeat Hearts on penalties to win Democracy Cup

    Kumasi Asante Kotoko defeated Hearts of Oak 4-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw in regulation time to win the 2026 Democracy Cup at Baba Yara Sports Stadium, with goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim saving two spot-kicks to secure the Porcupine Warriors' second title.

    31 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Benjamin Asare wins GPL Player of the Year award

    Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been named the Best Player of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season after keeping 12 clean sheets and helping Hearts record the best defensive record as they finished third. He will receive a $38,000 JAC Motors vehicle.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Benjamin Asare receives US$38,000 vehicle for World Cup performance

    Ghana goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been awarded a JAC Motors vehicle valued at US$38,000 after being recognised as the best locally based player in Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad. Asare, who plays for Hearts of Oak, started two matches and kept clean sheets in both, including a goalless draw against England.

    20 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

  1. Football administrator criticises GFA's seven-year tenure

    Isaac Tetteh, an experienced football administrator, has criticised the Kurt Okraku-led Ghana Football Association administration as "below average," citing weak domestic league representation and alleging politicisation of football governance. He called on the GFA President to either improve performance or step aside for more competent leadership.

    30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 17 July

  1. Hearts of Oak denies setting transfer fee for Asare

    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 →

  2. Hearts of Oak denies setting transfer fee for Asare

    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 →

Thursday 16 July

  1. Hearts of Oak denies setting transfer fee for Benjamin Asare

    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 →

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Hearts of Oak deny $200,000 valuation on Benjamin Asare

    Accra Hearts of Oak have dismissed reports that they placed a $200,000 price tag on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, whose World Cup performances have attracted transfer interest from clubs across Africa and the Gulf region. The club stated it had not placed any valuation on Asare and had not authorised any communication of a transfer fee on its behalf.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Ghana makes four changes for World Cup knockout against Colombia

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has recalled Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi to the starting line-up for a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. The winner advances to face Switzerland in the Round of 16.

    4 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 29 June

  1. Ghana holds England 0-0 in symbolic football match

    Ghana drew 0-0 with England in a June 2026 football match, with the article framing the result as a historical reckoning—noting that England abstained on a UN resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity in March 2026, then failed to score against Ghana three months later.

    29 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Saturday 27 June

  1. Black Stars aim for group win against Croatia tonight

    Ghana's Black Stars play Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium tonight needing victory to secure qualification from Group L as group winners or runners-up, having earned four points from two matches against England and Panama.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Benjamin Asare: Late-bloomer goalkeeper rising through Black Stars ranks

    Benjamin Asare, a 33-year-old goalkeeper, has emerged as a prominent figure in Ghanaian football after a late-career rise, earning a maiden call-up to the Black Stars following his move to Accra Hearts of Oak in July 2024 and notable performances in domestic competition.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. Black Stars travel to Philadelphia for crucial Croatia World Cup match

    Ghana's football team moved from Rhode Island to Philadelphia on Thursday ahead of a FIFA World Cup Group L match against Croatia on Saturday. The Black Stars drew 0-0 with England to share the group's top spot with four points and need a win to secure Round of 32 qualification.

    26 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Queiroz urges focus after Ghana draw with England

    Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has called for calm and continued focus after the Black Stars' 0-0 draw with England at the World Cup, which moved them to four points in Group L. Ghana will face Croatia on June 28 in their final group-stage fixture, knowing that victory will guarantee a place in the Round of 32.

    26 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Queiroz praises Asare after Ghana's goalless draw with England

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars' goalless draw with England at Boston Stadium, including key saves such as denying Bukayo Saka, and emphasized that the result reflected collective team effort.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Black Stars travel to Philadelphia for crucial Croatia World Cup match

    Ghana's national football team will depart Rhode Island for Philadelphia on Thursday ahead of a FIFA World Cup Group L clash against Croatia on Saturday. A victory would send Ghana into the Round of 32, with the team currently sharing top spot in the group with England on four points.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Ghana draws 0-0 with England in World Cup group match

    Ghana earned a 0-0 draw against England at Boston Stadium in a Group L World Cup encounter, with disciplined defensive play limiting the tournament favourites to few clear-cut chances. The result strengthens Ghana's hopes of reaching the knockout stage, though a late penalty appeal for the Black Stars was dismissed.

    25 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  3. Ghana holds England 0-0 at 2026 World Cup group stage

    Ghana drew 0-0 with England in their second Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico, leaving the Black Stars second in the group with four points. Coach Carlos Queiroz told fans the team's target remains reaching the knockout stage, with matches against Croatia and Panama still to play.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  4. Ghana faces England in 2026 World Cup group stage

    The Ghanaian Times compares Ghana's group-stage encounter with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the biblical story of Daniel in the Lions' Den, drawing a parallel between Daniel's faith and the Black Stars' challenge against a stronger opponent after Ghana opened with victories against Croatia and Panama.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  5. Queiroz praises Asare's goalkeeping in draw with England

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars' goalless draw with England, with Asare making key saves including denying Bukayo Saka.

    25 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Ghanaian goalkeeper Benjamin Asare shines at 2026 World Cup

    Benjamin Asare, a 33-year-old Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, has emerged as Ghana's standout player at the World Cup, producing back-to-back clean sheets against Panama and England, including six saves and shutting out England's attack including Harry Kane in his first two World Cup appearances. His rise comes after an ankle injury in 2021 during a city derby that sidelined him for 18 months, nearly ending his career.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Queiroz claims VAR missed penalty and red card in England draw

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz criticised VAR officials after his team's goalless draw with England, claiming they missed a clear penalty and red card when substitute Prince Adu was brought down by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the second half.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Benjamin Asare's grandmother tears up over his England performance

    Ghana goalkeeper Benjamin Asare impressed in a goalless draw against England in a 2026 World Cup group-stage match on Tuesday. His grandmother, who raised him after his mother's death, broke down in tears reflecting on his achievement of representing Ghana internationally.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Benjamin Asare — Ghanaian press coverage · Ghana Minute