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  1. May 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    Ghana face Panama in Toronto on June 17 before taking on England and Croatia in the other Group L matches in Boston and Philadelphia respectively The post Commitment bigger than talent – Queiroz urges Black Stars 30 days to Panama opener appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

    Commitment bigger than talent – Queiroz urges Black Stars 30 days to Panama opener
  3. Joy Online

    Chan School of Public Health in Boston who is affiliated with the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation.

    You can reverse much of the damage alcohol has done to your body, science says
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    England fans previously expressed their discontent with the travel cost, with one saying the trains from Boston and New York to the games would cost more than what they paid to attend the Euro 2024 final in Berlin.

    Price of World Cup bus in New York reduced after fan outcry
  5. Joy Online

    Elsewhere, fans travelling to Foxborough, Boston, are facing transport price hikes of more than 300%.

    World Cup transport prices cut after fan backlash
  6. Joy Online

    She will visit the historic northern city of Reggio Emilia, her first overseas royal trip since undergoing cancer treatment, with her last being to Boston, US, in December 2022, where she accompanied Prince William.

    Catherine to return to overseas visits with Italy trip
  7. Joy Online

    District Judge Julia Kobick in Boston reached that conclusion, issuing a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit by around 200 people from 20 countries, including Iran, Haiti, Venezuela and Syria, who sued over a halt to the processing of their immigration-related applications.

    US judge rejects Trump administration’s halt on immigration applications

Today

  1. Black Stars captain appeals for prayer and support ahead of 2026 World Cup

    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

  2. Ghana disputes Canadian visa refusal for Partey

    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

Yesterday

  1. Scotland defeats Haiti with McGinn goal in World Cup Group C

    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

Saturday 13 June

  1. Ghana's Sports Ministry seeks FIFA help over Partey's visa denial

    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

  2. Ghana protests Canada's denial of Partey World Cup visa

    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

  3. Sports minister says Black Stars will overcome Partey visa setback

    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

  4. Thomas Partey granted US visa, currently in Boston with Ghana squad

    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

  5. Ghana Sports Minister criticizes FIFA over Partey visa denial

    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

Friday 12 June

  1. Ghana protests Canada's visa denial for Partey ahead World Cup

    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

  2. Ghana loses Partey to visa denial for World Cup opener

    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

  3. Black Stars arrive in Providence for final World Cup preparations

    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

  4. Ghana seeks Canadian visa review for midfielder Thomas Partey

    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

  5. Thomas Partey denied Canadian visa, misses Ghana's World Cup opener

    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

  6. Ghana midfielder Partey denied entry to Canada for World Cup

    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

  7. Thomas Partey denied Canada entry for Ghana's World Cup opener

    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

  8. Thomas Partey barred from Canada, misses Ghana's World Cup opener

    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

  9. Black Stars arrive in Providence for 2026 World Cup preparations

    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

  10. Ghana's 2026 World Cup qualification to boost economy

    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

  11. Morocco withdraws two players ahead of World Cup opener

    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

  12. Black Stars move to Rhode Island for World Cup preparations

    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

Thursday 11 June

  1. Scotland's McTominay travels separately as precaution before Haiti

    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

  2. Dumelo provides free DStv, screens, meals for World Cup viewing

    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

  3. Haiti eyes World Cup upset despite being 83rd-ranked underdogs

    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

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Olise scores hat-trick as France beats Northern Ireland 3-1

    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

  2. Olise scores hat-trick in France's World Cup warm-up win

    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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. FIFA reverses water bottle ban for World Cup in US and Canada

    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

Sunday 7 June

  1. World Cup fans blocked by US visa restrictions and travel bans

    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

Friday 5 June

  1. Ghana captain Ayew urges fans to support Black Stars, new coach Queiroz

    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

Thursday 4 June

  1. Asantehene to attend Black Stars' 2026 World Cup opener in Toronto

    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

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Asamoah Gyan: Ghana success depends on Semenyo handling pressure

    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

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