Also known as: the Black Stars · Ghana Black Stars · Black Stars Fund · Blacks Stars · Black Sars · Ghana Blackstars · Ghana National Team · Senior National Football Team · Ghanaians · Black Stars of Ghana
Ghana's national football team, which reached the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup before losing to Colombia.
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Joy Online
… According to him, while the Black Stars’ elimination at the Round of 32 stage of the tournament was disappointing, the situation provides an opportunity for Ghana to reassess its football development structures and make the necessary investments for future success. …
Ekow Assafuah: Reinvest the World Cup proceeds, rebuild Ghana footballJoy Online
Ghanaian forward Prince Osei Owusu has distanced himself from comments circulating on social media alleging that he was dropped from the Black Stars after refusing to hand over a percentage of his appearance fee and winning bonus to the Ghana Football Association. …
Prince Osei Owusu distances himself from viral claims over Black Stars omissionJoy Online
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) might be considering their options as far as the Black Stars’ coaching role is concerned, following the team’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
Laryea Kingston issues come-and-get-me plea to GFA over Black Stars coaching roleDaily Guide
Carlos Queiroz Carlos Queiroz has resigned as head coach of Ghana after just three months in charge, following the Black Stars’ exit from the World Cup. …
Carlos Queiroz Steps Down After Black Stars World Cup ExitThe Ghanaian Times
The Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup dream came to an end on Saturday following a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, leaving football fans across the country disappointed and calling for major changes to the national team. …
Black Stars exit from World Cup …fans blame technical team for team’s poor showJoy Online
Ghana’s exit from the ongoing FIFA World Cup has reignited debate over the future of the Black Stars, with the Africa Development Council (ADC) urging greater investment in local coaches instead of relying on foreign appointments. …
Build Ghanaian coaches – ADC urges after Black Stars World Cup exitJoy Online
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has firmly dismissed suggestions that government officials and other external entities influence player selection for the Black Stars, insisting that such decisions remain the exclusive responsibility of the national team’s head …
Kofi Adams rejects claims of external interference in Black Stars player selectionsJoy Online
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has disclosed that he has not received any formal resignation letter from Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, despite widespread speculation following a message posted by the Portuguese tactician on social media. …
‘We haven’t received any resignation letter from Carlos Queiroz’ — Sports Minister revealsJoy Online
… Sports Minister Kofi Adams made the comments while responding to calls by some Ghanaians for the dissolution of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) following the Black Stars’ failure to progress at the World Cup. …
Gov’t to revive annual school sports as part of football development strategy — Kofi AdamsThe Ghanaian Times
Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the Black Stars to learn from their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign and stay focused on upcoming assignments after Ghana’s defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. …
Don’t let criticism dampen you – Sports Minister Kofi Adams charges Black StarsIsaac 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 →
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 →
Ghana's Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says his team's experience will be crucial in their Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign opener against debutants Cape Verde. Björkegren expects a tough match but expressed confidence in his squad, noting that the team now has more experienced players compared to 12 months ago.
29 July 2026 · 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 →
Hearts of Oak have appointed former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Kingson as goalkeepers' coach as the club rebuilds ahead of the 2026/27 season, following two trophyless campaigns and the earlier hiring of Serbian head coach Nebojsa Kapor. The 47-year-old brings over 90 caps for Ghana and World Cup experience to the technical team.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Hearts of Oak have appointed former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Kingson as the club's goalkeepers' coach on a two-year deal, reuniting him with the club where he began his career before playing across Europe and earning more than 90 international caps.
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 →
Football analyst Kojo Addae-Mensah says coach Carlos Queiroz exceeded expectations at the World Cup by guiding Ghana to the knockout round and drawing with England, but warns that his defensive tactical philosophy will not change and Ghanaians should accept formations like 5-4-1 if they want to retain him.
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 →
Ghana international Tariq Lamptey has completed a permanent move to English Championship club Queens Park Rangers after an injury-disrupted spell with Fiorentina. The defender, who made 11 senior caps for Ghana, is expected to return to selection in September as he recovers from an ACL injury sustained in Italy.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Samuel Inkoom Football Academy has appointed Lawrence Kofi Abedu Aubyn as Sporting Director, responsible for strategic planning and institutional development. The academy, based in Kasoa, won the Division 3 League last season and gained promotion to the Second Division.
21 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr. Gideon Boako, a new MP for Tano North Constituency, has completed one year in Parliament, characterized by parliamentary contributions and development projects including dormitory blocks at Bomaa Senior High School, boreholes in over 45 communities, security service recruitment of 60-plus young people, and direct educational support for 127 students.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama called for continuity in Ghana's national football team, expressing confidence that retaining the current squad and technical team would enable them to compete for AFCON and World Cup titles. He cited the team's recent performance at the FIFA World Cup, where they progressed beyond the group phase to the Round of 32, as evidence of their potential.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Black Starlets midfielder Ernest Ofori is undergoing a two-week trial with Swedish side Falkenberg FF. The Great Somas FC captain has been in Sweden for assessment as part of a possible move managed by One World Sports Management.
17 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Hearts of Oak are in advanced negotiations to appoint Bosnian tactician Nebojša Kapor as head coach, with the club aiming to finalise paperwork before the upcoming football season. Former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Olele Kingston is also tipped to join Kapor's technical team as goalkeeper trainer.
15 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Emmanuel Toku, a former Ghana U-17 and U-20 captain now playing for Thai champions Buriram United, says he hopes to earn an invitation to the Black Stars senior team through consistent performances at club level and hard work. He acknowledged that past youth team achievements alone are insufficient and that only players who prove themselves on the pitch deserve the opportunity.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams attributed Ghana's World Cup struggles to opponents who had spent years building stable teams with deep preparation, stronger coordination, and players with significant time playing together at club and national levels.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Sports Minister defended the decision to replace Otto Addo with Carlos Queiroz before the World Cup, arguing the team could not afford to rely on hope after disappointing friendly results. The Minister cited improved performances under Queiroz in subsequent friendlies against Wales, Panama, England, and Croatia as evidence the coaching change had merit.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams said Ghana's performance against England at the World Cup showed the quality of the Black Stars, though the team faced disadvantages including shorter preparation time and less on-field familiarity compared to other tournament nations.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams acknowledged that Ghana lacked the cohesion and understanding needed to compete consistently against the world's best teams at the World Cup, attributing the gap to better-prepared opponents with more established squad familiarity and longer periods of preparation together.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority in Parliament has called for separate ministerial briefings on the sustainability of the national clean-up exercise and Ghana's World Cup participation, insisting lawmakers deserve greater accountability. MPs urged the government to provide detailed updates on plans to sustain nationwide sanitation efforts and account for Ghana's World Cup campaign.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →