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Ezri Konsa

Defender signed by Arsenal from Aston Villa for £51m in August 2026, can play centre-back or right-back.

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  1. June 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Indeed, if that is the case, it appears that John Stones and Ezri Konsa will start the World Cup as England’s first-choice central defensive pairing. …

    Bellingham, but no Guehi – England’s expected team

  3. Joy Online

    … England’s World Cup squad numbers Jordan Pickford Ezri Konsa Nico O’Reilly Declan Rice John Stones Marc Guehi Bukayo Saka Elliot Anderson Harry Kane Jude Bellingham Marcus Rashford Tino Livramento Dean Henderson Jordan Henderson Dan Burn Kobbie Mainoo Morgan Rogers Anthony Gordon …

    Bellingham is No 10 in England World Cup squad
Sport

England must use own strengths, not copy Spain—Gordon

The News

Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon says England cannot replicate Spain's football style and should instead play to their own strengths to end their 60-year wait for a major tournament title. Gordon, who scored in England's World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, argues that both nations have equally talented players with different qualities and that England should leverage what makes them distinct rather than imitating Spanish methods.

25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 25 September

  1. England must use own strengths, not copy Spain—Gordon

    Barcelona winger Anthony Gordon says England cannot replicate Spain's football style and should instead play to their own strengths to end their 60-year wait for a major tournament title. Gordon, who scored in England's World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina, argues that both nations have equally talented players with different qualities and that England should leverage what makes them distinct rather than imitating Spanish methods.

    25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 19 September

  1. Aston Villa defeats Tottenham 3-1, climbs toward Champions League place

    Aston Villa's eighth win in nine Premier League games lifted them to fifth place, with goals from Ezri Konsa and Boubacar Kamara securing victory over Tottenham. Spurs remain fourth from bottom and will turn focus to their Europa League final against Manchester United on 21 May.

    19 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Arsenal to contest Konsa penalty decision with referees body

    Arsenal will contact Pro Ref to seek explanation for a penalty awarded against defender Ezri Konsa in Saturday's win over Sunderland, after manager Mikel Arteta criticised referee John Brooks' decision for excessive holding. The penalty was confirmed by VAR.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

  1. Arsenal finalising new long-term contract with manager Arteta

    Arsenal are close to finalising a new contract with manager Mikel Arteta, with well-placed sources indicating discussions have progressed and full confidence among those involved that he will renew. Once signed, Arteta can expect to become one of the best-paid managers in world football, with Arsenal committed to significantly improving on his current deal worth £10m a season plus an extra £5m upon Champions League qualification.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Ollie Watkins scores on Saudi Pro League debut

    England international Ollie Watkins marked his Saudi Pro League debut with a goal as Al-Hilal beat Al-Ahli 3-0. The 30-year-old, who joined from Aston Villa for £51m, was introduced at half-time and headed home Sultan Mandash's cross near the end of the match.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Aston Villa sign Mbaye from PSG and Harwood-Bellis

    Aston Villa have signed Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain for €55 million and English defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal reaching £29 million, as manager Unai Emery strengthens the squad.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Aston Villa close to £65m deal for Chelsea striker Jackson

    Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal for Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, an England international who will have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old, who joined Villa in July 2019, has made 286 appearances over the past seven seasons.

    20 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Arsenal sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for £51m

    Arsenal have agreed a £51m deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, providing defensive cover while William Saliba recovers from a back injury and Jurriën Timber returns from a groin injury. The 28-year-old, who can play both centre-back and right-back, joins the Premier League champions as manager Mikel Arteta looks to maintain title success.

    20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Arsenal agrees £50m deal to sign Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, who is set to have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium.

    20 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Arsenal in fresh talks for Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have held fresh talks with Aston Villa over signing central defender Ezri Konsa, increasing their initial offer to closer to their preferred valuation of around £30m, though Villa continue to demand £60m for the 28-year-old England international.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

  1. Arsenal pursues Newcastle's Guimaraes with £70m offer

    Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, with talks ongoing, though Newcastle sources insist they have no intention of selling and have received no direct approach from the Gunners.

    24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 20 July

  1. England defeats France 6-4, finishes third at 2026 World Cup

    England secured third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating France 6-4 in a bronze-medal playoff in Miami, with Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick and Jude Bellingham setting a new England World Cup scoring record.

    20 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 17 July

  1. Tuchel's defensive shift costs England World Cup semi-final

    England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach; Argentina scored twice in the final minutes through Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez to eliminate England. England had only 12% possession after taking the lead and introduced defenders rather than forwards.

    17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. England lose World Cup semi-final to Argentina after defensive shift

    England led 1-0 against Argentina in the World Cup semi-final but conceded two goals in the 85th and 92nd minutes after manager Thomas Tuchel switched to a defensive approach, with the team holding only 12% possession after taking the lead. Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez noted the momentum shift as England brought on defensive players rather than pushing forward.

    17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 15 July

  1. Didi Dramani previews England-Argentina World Cup semi-final tactics

    Former Hearts of Oak boss Mas-Ud Didi Dramani provides a tactical breakdown of England and Argentina's strategies ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final clash on Wednesday, with the winner to face Spain in the final.

    15 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Henderson and Quansah absent for England's Argentina World Cup semi-final

    Jordan Henderson is unavailable while recovering from arm surgery sustained celebrating Mexico's defeat, and defender Jarell Quansah is suspended after a red card in the same match. Head coach Thomas Tuchel is considering retaining the same back four from the quarter-final win over Norway.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 12 July

  1. England beat Norway in World Cup quarter-final despite Rice illness

    England boss Thomas Tuchel said midfielder Declan Rice spent most of three days in bed with sickness before England's 2-1 World Cup quarter-final victory over Norway, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to set up a semi-final against Argentina.

    12 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 6 July

  1. FA considers appeal of Quansah red card after Balogun precedent

    The Football Association is considering whether to appeal England defender Jarell Quansah's red card from Sunday's 3-2 World Cup win over Mexico after the United States successfully had striker Folarin Balogun's suspension overturned through Fifa's article 27 clause, which allows the governing body to make decisions without meeting other criteria.

    6 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Declan Rice expected to start England's World Cup knockout tie versus DR Congo

    England midfielder Declan Rice is expected to return to the starting lineup for the last-32 match against DR Congo on Wednesday after being rested against Panama due to a calf injury sustained in the draw with Ghana. England manager Thomas Tuchel faces significant uncertainty at right-back, with Reece James unlikely to return this tournament and Jarell Quansah doubtful for the DR Congo game due to an ankle injury.

    28 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. Semenyo calls for Black Stars to pressure referees on penalty decisions

    Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo said the team needs to be more aggressive in drawing referees' attention to fouls, after officials missed what he believed was a clear penalty incident involving Prince Adu Kwabena in the draw against England.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Queiroz criticises VAR decisions after Ghana's England draw

    Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz expressed frustration with the Video Assistant Referee system after the Black Stars' goalless draw against England in their Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, particularly over a second-half incident in the penalty area involving England defender Ezri Konsa and Ghana substitute Prince Adu Kwabena that he believed should have resulted in a penalty and red card.

    25 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  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 →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. England escaped potential VAR penalty decision vs Ghana

    Former Premier League official Darren Cann says England were fortunate that VAR did not intervene when Ezri Konsa challenged Prince Kwabena Adu in the penalty area during a goalless draw, arguing the incident should have been referred to the match official for review.

    24 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Ghana penalty appeal against England divides football experts

    During a goalless draw between England and Ghana, Prince Adu went down after Ezri Konsa appeared to bring him down in the box, but no penalty was awarded. BBC pundits including Wayne Rooney and Micah Richards suggested the incident could have been given as a penalty on another day, though the VAR did not intervene.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana holds England to goalless draw in World Cup 2026

    Ghana's defensive display earned a 0–0 draw with England at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both teams remain in the top two of Group L and can secure a Round of 32 spot with a point from their final matches against Panama and Croatia respectively.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana draws 0-0 with England in 2026 World Cup

    Ghana's Black Stars held England to a 0-0 draw in their second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, leaving both teams on four points with Ghana second in the group. The result brings Ghana closer to the Round of 32, with a Panama-Croatia draw on Tuesday guaranteeing their qualification.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghana faces England in 2026 World Cup group stage

    Ghana and England, each with three points from their opening matches, meet in the second group game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium; a win for either side could secure automatic progression to the knockout phase.

    23 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 15 June

  1. Stones overcomes injury struggles to reach World Cup squad

    England defender John Stones, 32, has been selected for the World Cup squad after considering retirement last October due to injuries. Stones credits his mental strength for overcoming the difficult period and says he is proud of his ability to recover from setbacks and return to top form.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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