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Joy Online
… . “And I am confident that with the manager’s ideas and the boys’ commitment, I am sure that we will surprise people.” Ghana have been drawn in Group L for the World Cup, where they would open their campaign against Panama in Toronto before taking on England and Croatia in Boston …
2026 World Cup: Let’s be positive about squad, manager – Jordan Ayew urges GhanaiansJoy Online
… The remaining Group L matches against Ghana and Panama, which will be played in Boston and New Jersey, respectively, will be played in a time zone five hours behind the UK. …
England players advised to holiday in US pre-World CupJoy Online
… Meanwhile, Ghana will be based in Boston at Bryant University as the Black Stars prepare for their group-stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mexico to host Iran for FIFA World Cup 2026Joy Online
… Ghana will face Panama in the opening Group L match in Toronto before taking on England and Croatia in Boston and Philadelphia, respectively. …
2026 World Cup: Baba Rahman, Mumin and Nuamah return as Black Stars name provisional squadJoy Online
… Scotland are set to face Haiti on 14 June and Morocco on 19 June in Boston and Brazil on 24 June in Miami.
McTominay overhead kick featured on new £20 banknoteJoy Online
… He hinted at the preparedness of US host cities like Philadelphia, Boston, Rhode and Island, to welcome business delegations, organise cultural programs. …
OLAG crowned winners of ACE Spoken Word ContestJoy Online
… As the winner of the competition, he will enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip to either Boston, Toronto or Philadelphia to watch the Black Stars live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
Albert Teye wins Kia Ghana World Cup contest grand prize on Joy FMJoy Online
… More than 10,000 England fans have bought tickets for each of England’s group games in Dallas, Boston and New Jersey, despite criticism of ticket and travel prices in the US next month. …
Three police officers to accompany 10,000 England fans at World CupJoy Online
… Up to 70% of rooms reserved by FIFA in Boston, Dallas, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Seattle have been cancelled, the AHLA said. …
Empty rooms and FIFA cancellations – US hotels fear World Cup washoutJoy Online
… Ghana will open its World Cup campaign against Panama at BMO Field in Toronto on June 17 before taking on England in Boston on June 23. …
Adom TV secures right to broadcast Black Stars friendlies ahead of 2026 World CupJordan Ayew has called on Ghanaians to pray and support the national team as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, describing their opening matches against Panama, England and Croatia as "massive games" and expressing confidence that public support could inspire the team to success.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Jordan Ayew has called on Ghanaians to pray and support the national team as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, describing their opening matches against Panama, England and Croatia as "massive games" and expressing confidence that public support could inspire the team to success.
3 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Sports and Foreign Affairs ministries are engaging with Canadian immigration authorities to challenge a visa refusal for midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the Black Stars' World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto. Partey faces charges of seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault in London, which he has pleaded not guilty to; Canada cited this in refusing him entry, though FIFA stated it does not oversee host country visa decisions.
4 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Scotland beat Haiti in their second Group C match at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with a first-half goal from John McGinn in the 29th minute proving decisive. Despite Haiti creating some chances in the second half, Scotland held on for the victory in a match played in Boston.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ministry of Sports and Recreation has called on FIFA to intervene after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada, making him unavailable for Ghana's World Cup Group L opener against Panama on 17 June. The Ministry argues that all qualified nations should have access to their eligible players throughout the competition.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has formally protested Canada's refusal to grant midfielder Thomas Teye Partey entry for the nation's opening World Cup match against Panama, citing pending criminal proceedings in the UK. Ghana has characterized the decision as "high-handed and extremely unfair" and is pursuing diplomatic engagements with Canadian authorities to overturn it.
13 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Kofi Adams, Ghana's Sports Minister, has expressed confidence that the Black Stars will overcome Thomas Partey's visa denial and channel the disappointment into stronger performance in their FIFA World Cup opener against Panama on June 17. Adams said the camp mood remains positive despite uncertainty surrounding Partey's availability, with the development serving as additional motivation for players.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Sports Minister Kofi Adams says midfielder Thomas Partey successfully secured a United States visa after applying in London and is currently with Ghana's national team at its World Cup training camp in Boston. Adams questioned Canada's refusal to grant Partey entry for Ghana's opening World Cup match against Panama, noting the player continues to travel freely across Europe and other jurisdictions despite ongoing legal proceedings in the United Kingdom.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Adams has criticized FIFA's handling of Canada's decision to deny Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey a visa for Ghana's 2026 World Cup opening match, arguing that FIFA failed to adequately protect participating nations and their players and should have ensured clearance for World Cup participants.
13 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Adams has strongly criticised Canada's decision to deny midfielder Thomas Partey a visa for Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup Group H match against Panama on June 17, calling the move unfair and an overreaction that violates the principle of presumption of innocence. Ghana has formally protested the visa refusal.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA confirmed that midfielder Thomas Partey will be unable to travel to Canada for Ghana's opening World Cup match against Panama on June 17 after Canadian authorities rejected his visa application. FIFA stated it has no role in immigration decisions, which remain the sole jurisdiction of host governments.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team has arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, for the final phase of preparation ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, with Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's squad set to resume training on Friday before their opening Group L match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is seeking a review of Canada's denial of a visa to Villarreal midfielder Thomas Partey ahead of the Black Stars' opening World Cup match against Panama in Toronto. Sports Minister Kofi Adams says the government has engaged the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to challenge the decision, while Partey remains eligible for Ghana's other group matches.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Canada after Canadian authorities refused his visa application. FIFA confirmed Partey cannot travel from Ghana's base camp in Boston, noting that host governments ultimately determine visa adjudication independently.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto after Canadian authorities refused his visa application. Partey has been charged with offenses in the UK but has not been convicted; Canadian immigration rules exclude those convicted of crimes, though FIFA states it has no role in host countries' visa decisions.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup tournament opener against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, though he may be eligible to play in subsequent group matches in the United States. Partey, who faces multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK, was included in Ghana's squad but cannot travel to Canada after his visa application was refused by the Canadian government.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied entry to Canada and will miss Ghana's World Cup match against Panama on June 17 in Toronto; his visa application was refused by the Canadian government. Partey, facing multiple rape and sexual assault charges in the UK to which he has pleaded not guilty, remains eligible to play in Ghana's subsequent matches in the United States.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, to continue final preparations for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, with Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's squad set to face Panama, England, and Croatia in Group L.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will deliver economic benefits across tourism, travel agencies, airlines, sports bars, and merchandise sales, with increased demand expected as Ghanaian fans follow the Black Stars during group stage matches in North America.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA confirmed that Morocco replaced injured winger Abde Ezzalzouli and defender Nayef Aguerd in its World Cup squad with Amine Sbaï and Marwane Saadane. Ezzalzouli suffered a right knee injury in a warmup game against Norway.
12 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's national football team arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, to finalize preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they will open Group L play against Panama on June 17 in Toronto, followed by matches against England and Croatia.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay travelled separately from the team bus in Boston with a doctor after missing Thursday's training session due to an upset stomach, ahead of their World Cup opener against Haiti on Saturday. The Napoli player has been a key performer for Scotland, having scored 15 goals in 70 caps.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The MP for Ayawaso West Wuogon has paid for DStv subscriptions at viewing centres and deployed giant screens at six locations across the constituency for 2026 FIFA World Cup matches. He has also engaged 13 kenkey sellers to provide free meals of kenkey and Ghana fish for constituents watching the Ghana matches.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Haiti qualified for the World Cup amid turmoil in the Caribbean nation and now face Scotland in their opening match, ranked 83rd and grouped with Brazil and Morocco. Star midfielder Jean-Ricner Bellegarde said the achievement is a celebration for the Haitian people and a source of pride for the country.
11 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise scored three goals in France's 3-1 World Cup warm-up win over Northern Ireland, prompting coach Didier Deschamps to praise his form and confidence ahead of the tournament.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
France coach Didier Deschamps praised Bayern Munich's Michael Olise after he scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 World Cup warm-up victory over Northern Ireland, backing him to make an impact at the tournament. William Saliba returned from injury as France prepare for their World Cup opener against Senegal on June 16.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
FIFA reversed its decision to bar refillable water bottles from World Cup stadiums in the US and Canada following criticism from fan organisations and politicians. Under the new policy, spectators can bring one factory-sealed disposable plastic bottle up to 20 ounces into matches, though hard-sided reusable containers remain prohibited.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Fans from more than a quarter of World Cup nations face travel bans, tighter restrictions, or high visa rejection rates, preventing them from attending matches in the US. Iraqi fan Abdulla Adnan, whose country qualified for only the second time in its history, spent $1,800 on tickets and travel to Jordan seeking a visa, only to be denied because he was not a Jordanian citizen.
7 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has called on Ghanaians to remain patient and supportive of the Black Stars and new head coach Carlos Queiroz as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad, which recently played Wales in an international friendly, is focused on building a new chapter and developing ahead of the tournament.
5 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is expected to travel to Canada to watch Ghana's Black Stars play Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match at BMO Field in Toronto on June 17, and will also attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup Business Summit as Special Guest of Honour.
4 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Black Stars striker Asamoah Gyan says Ghana's World Cup performance will hinge on how Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo handles the pressure of playing for a top club while representing the national team for the first time in a major tournament, noting that expectations will be high given his status.
3 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →