Also known as: Confederation of African Football
CAF — African football's governing confederation, approves stadiums and organizes tournaments including Champions League and Women's Africa Cup of Nations.
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… Senegal had come into the 2026 World Cup after appealing against a decision by the Confederation of African Football (Caf) to strip them of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title following a controversy in which Thiaw had been a main protagonist. …
Senegal sack manager Pape Thiaw in wake of World Cup exitThe Ghanaian Times
… According to him, talent identification and grassroots football have always been central to the development agenda of both FIFA and Confederation of African Football through initiatives such as the FIFA Forward Programme and the GOAL Project. …
Ghana must recommit to long-term football development-Kwesi NyantakyiDaily Guide
… The Confederation of African Football (CAF) awarded Ghana the hosting rights for the 2027 U-20 AFCON. …
‘Accra Sports Stadium Not Fit To Host 2027 U-20 AFCON’Daily Guide
The Black Queens will begin their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign under a revised fixture schedule following changes announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). …
Black Queens Receive Revised WAFCON 2026 Group Stage ScheduleThe Ghanaian Times
The Black Queens have a revised fixture schedule for the group stage of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following adjustments made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). …
WAFCON 2026: Ghana, Cape Verde now slated for July 29Daily Guide
… In a statement signed by GFA President and second Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the Association said the tragedy has cast a shadow over a period of national celebration following the Black Stars’ qualification for the sec …
GFA Sympathises With Flood Victims, Calls For UnityJoy Online
… The Black Maidens will face Senegal as they chase a return to the global stage after serving a two-edition ban from the Confederation of African Football. …
2026 U17 WWCQ: Black Maidens arrive in Dakar ahead of Senegal qualifierJoy Online
… He linked that period to the efforts of African leaders, including Kwame Nkrumah, and the establishment of Confederation of African Football in 1957, which helped advance the continent’s demands for fair representation in international football. …
Morocco’s World Cup success reflects Africa’s long struggle for recognition – Herbert MensahThe Ghanaian Times
… The 2022 runners-up have learned their lesson and will be wary of the threat posed by Pape Thiaw’s side on this occasion, with the West Africans winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations before being unfairly stripped of their title by the Confederation of African Football. …
France seeking payback against SenegalJoy Online
… Artan, the 2025 Confederation of African Football (Caf) men’s referee of the year, has since been invited to officiate the UEFA Super Cup between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa in Salzburg, Austria, on 12 August. …
FIFA to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup feeThe Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium has received Category 2 Stadium Approval from CAF, allowing Medeama SC to host their 2026/27 CAF Champions League Preliminary Round matches there. The approval marks the first time continental club football will be held in Tarkwa and reflects Ghana's efforts to improve football infrastructure.
3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium has received Category 2 Stadium Approval from CAF, allowing Medeama SC to host their 2026/27 CAF Champions League Preliminary Round matches there. The approval marks the first time continental club football will be held in Tarkwa and reflects Ghana's efforts to improve football infrastructure.
3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Referees from Ghana's Northern Sector have started the mandatory assessment process ahead of the 2026/27 football season, with a written examination held in Techiman to evaluate their readiness. The comprehensive assessment programme includes written, fitness and technical tests to ensure officials meet GFA requirements for match appointments.
3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has scrapped a controversial proposal to sell stakes in the governing body's major competitions, including the World Cups, citing divisions it had created. The plan had offered all 211 member associations $40m each to back private investment in tournaments, but faced widespread opposition from UEFA, Concacaf, and the AFC.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Football administrator Eric Alagidede has urged the Ghana Football Association to reject FIFA's plans to sell stakes in World Cup competitions to private investors, warning that the proposal could lead to over-commercialisation of football and make it expensive for fans to watch.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Confederation of African Football will review FIFA's proposal to establish a commercial subsidiary to manage the World Cup and other flagship tournaments, through which FIFA aims to raise $4.2 billion by selling minority stakes valued at $20 billion. If approved, each of FIFA's 211 member associations would receive a one-off payment of $20 million in early 2027 and increased annual development funding from $8 million to $20 million per association, though the plan has faced opposition from UEFA and European officials over commercialisation concerns.
31 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Medeama SC will host their 2026/27 CAF Champions League Preliminary Round matches at the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium after CAF granted the venue Category 2 Stadium Approval, allowing the club to host continental football in Tarkwa for the first time.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC has received CAF Category 2 Stadium Approval to host their 2026/27 TotalEnergies CAF Champions League Preliminary Round matches at Tarkwa and Aboso (TnA) Stadium, marking the first time continental football will be hosted in Tarkwa.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Football's world governing body announced plans to create a commercial subsidiary to run major events like the World Cup and Club World Cup, allowing private minority investors to acquire stakes. The proposal aims to raise up to $4.2 billion and would provide each of FIFA's 211 member associations with a $20 million one-off payment in early 2027 and increased annual funding, though UEFA, European federations, EU officials, CONCACAF, and AFC have raised concerns over commercialisation, conflicts of interest, and consultation processes.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has written to 211 member associations offering $40m if they back his plan to sell stakes in major competitions, including the World Cup, with a 19 September deadline for access to an initial $20m. UEFA accused FIFA of using football to enrich themselves and their friends.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Elite referee Julian Nunoo and assistant referee Theophilus Akugre have been appointed to officiate at the WAFU Zone B U20 Championship in Cote d'Ivoire from July 26 to August 10, 2026, with Nunoo as the only Ghanaian centre referee selected for the tournament.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Three West African nations led by military governments have submitted a joint bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations, emphasizing regional integration and sustainable development of African football. The Caf president said the countries will have "as good a chance as everybody else" despite their military governance and ongoing security challenges from jihadist groups.
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 →
CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe announced that the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations winner will receive a record $2 million in prize money, a $1 million increase from the previous edition. The 2026 tournament will expand from 12 to 16 teams and serve as qualifiers for the 2027 Women's World Cup.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama says Ghana is planning to upgrade at least five stadiums to meet CAF standards for hosting major competitions and could co-host the Africa Cup of Nations with Côte d'Ivoire in the future, nearly two decades after Ghana last hosted the tournament in 2008.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association concluded a six-day FIFA Member Association Elite Refereeing Course at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence, bringing together 37 elite match officials for training in decision-making, match management, positioning, teamwork, and the Laws of the Game.
17 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Football Association concluded a six-day FIFA Elite Refereeing Course at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, training 37 match officials in decision-making, match management, positioning, and application of the Laws of the Game to align Ghana's standards with international best practices.
17 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Black Queens vice-captain Cynthia Konlan called for greater investment in goalkeeper coaching and development across Africa during a CAF "Stars Spotlight" webinar, highlighting the evolving standard of goalkeeping on the continent and encouraging young girls to pursue careers as goalkeepers.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Senegal dismissed manager Pape Thiaw following their last-32 exit from the 2026 World Cup, where they lost 3-2 to Belgium after leading 2-0. The Senegal Football Federation cited "thorough evaluation of sporting results and prospects" for the decision.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi argues that Ghana's future football success depends on sustained investment in youth talent and infrastructure, citing Morocco's recent international success as a result of deliberate planning and long-term grassroots development programmes. He notes that Ghana previously adopted such an approach under Ben Koufie's Five-Year Football Development Plan (2001–2006) and his own revised Four-Year Business and Development Plan (2006–2010).
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Sports Authority Director General warns that the Accra Sports Stadium is not currently fit to host the 2027 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations unless urgent rehabilitation begins immediately and funding is secured. Ghana will stage the tournament for the second time, with 12 teams competing and the top four qualifying for the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's women's football team will face Cape Verde on July 29, Cameroon on August 2, and Mali on August 6 in Group C of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, all at the Moulay Rachid Stadium following CAF's fixture revisions.
6 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Queens will play Cape Verde on July 29, Cameroon on August 2, and Mali on August 6 in Group C of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Casablanca, following revised fixture and logistical adjustments by CAF.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Confédération of African Football has invited its 54 member associations to submit bids to host the Africa Cup of Nations in 2028, 2032, and 2036, using a bidding framework developed with support from PwC and external advisers to ensure a transparent and ethical selection process.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup 2026, with playmaker Brahim Diaz delivering two assists. The victory advances the Atlas Lions to the quarter-finals, matching their achievement at Qatar 2022 and making them the first African team to reach the quarter-finals in two different World Cup editions.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina defeated Cabo Verde 2–1 in extra time in a FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Miami to advance to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt. Lionel Messi scored once and assisted on the winning goal, an own goal by Diney Borges from a Messi corner.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's newly accredited Ambassador to Egypt, Prof. J. S. Korantwi-Barimah, has pledged to strengthen relations between the two countries with renewed focus on economic diplomacy, trade, investment, and people-to-people cooperation.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has expressed condolences to individuals, families and communities affected by recent flooding in the country, assuring victims of its support. GFA President Kurt Okraku commended government, emergency responders and relief agencies for their efforts and urged Ghanaians to remain united and compassionate.
2 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's U-17 female national team have arrived in Dakar ahead of the first leg of their final 2026 Women's World Cup Qualifiers against Senegal on Friday, July 4. The Black Maidens are seeking to return to the global stage after a two-edition ban from the Confederation of African Football.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa president Herbert Mensah said Morocco's FIFA World Cup campaign and strong African performances challenged stereotypes about African teams' tactical discipline and competitiveness, demonstrating that African football can compete with and defeat traditional powerhouses.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
France head coach Didier Deschamps says his side will show proper respect to Senegal in their opening 2026 World Cup match at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, seeking to avenge a 1-0 defeat to the Lions of Teranga in 2002 when France were defending champions. Deschamps, who won the World Cup as both player (1998) and manager (2018), will step down after the tournament.
16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →