FIFA World Cup

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July 2026
7 JulJoy 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 exit
6 JulThe Ghanaian Times
… CAF will host a competition involving senior men’s national teams every year except during the year of the FIFA World Cup. …
CAF invites bids for AFCON 2028, 2032, 2036
4 JulJoy Online
… Ghana’s hopes of advancing at the FIFA World Cup came to an end after Colombia capitalised on a first-half opportunity to secure the only goal of the match, sending the Black Stars out of the tournament. …
World Cup exit: Asamoah Gyan says Ghana’s performance was below par
4 JulJoy Online
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku has attributed Ghana’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team’s inability to convert scoring opportunities, saying fine margins ultimately separated the Black Stars from Colombia. …
‘They took their chance; we didn’t’ — Jerome Opoku reflects on Ghana’s World Cup exit
4 JulJoy Online
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed to Ghanaians to exercise patience with head coach Carlos Queiroz, insisting that the Portuguese trainer needs time to fully implement his philosophy following Ghana’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup. …
Black Stars need time to adapt to Queiroz’s philosophy — Jordan Ayew
3 JulJoy Online
Egypt created fresh history in Dallas as they earned their first knockout win at a FIFA World Cup finals, beating Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw. …
Egypt take historic step with shootout win over Socceroos
3 JulJoy Online
Black Stars Head Coach Carlos Queiroz says Ghana’s FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase on Friday, as the team prepares for a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. …
Carlos Queiroz demands courage, character against Colombia
2 JulJoy Online
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, has used Ghana’s participation in the ongoing FIFA World Cup to rally international support for sports development, calling on investors, philanthropists and corporate organisations to invest in the country’s next g …
Ghana Sports Fund boss courts global support for youth sports development
1 JulJoy Online
Egypt remain optimistic that the hamstring strain Mohamed Salah picked up against Iran will not prevent him from facing Australia in Friday’s last-32 tie at the FIFA World Cup. …
Egypt optimistic Salah will be fit to face Australia
1 JulDaily Guide
Carlos Queiroz’s message of sympathy Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has extended his condolences and support to victims of the recent floods in Accra, saying the national team stands in solidarity with all those affected as it prepares for Ghana’s FIFA World Cup Round of 3 …
Carlos Queiroz Sends Message Of Support To Accra Flood Victims

Business

FIFA offers member associations $40m to approve commercial plan

The News

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has offered up to $40 million in funding to member associations that approve selling minority stakes in FIFA's flagship competitions by 19 September, with funds coming from the sale of a stake in a commercial subsidiary expected to generate $10 billion. The proposal has sparked opposition from football bodies in Europe, Asia and North America over concerns about lack of transparency and proper consultation.

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FIFA offers member associations $40m to approve commercial plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has offered up to $40 million in funding to member associations that approve selling minority stakes in FIFA's flagship competitions by 19 September, with funds coming from the sale of a stake in a commercial subsidiary expected to generate $10 billion. The proposal has sparked opposition from football bodies in Europe, Asia and North America over concerns about lack of transparency and proper consultation.
22 hours ago · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 29 July

Ghana's Black Queens face Cape Verde in WAFCON opener
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 →

Saturday 25 July

Government silent on GH¢40m creative sector funding promise
Ghana's government promised GH¢20 million each for a Film Fund and Creative Arts Fund in the 2026 Budget, but the Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review contains no mention of implementation or funding releases for either initiative.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

Ghanaian designer's dress worn at FIFA World Cup halftime show
Ghanaian fashion designer Hashim missed the live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup halftime show despite one of his designs being worn by American rapper Swae Lee during the performance. The designer said he was away from home when the show aired but learned of the moment through calls from friends and family, and has since seen a significant boost in brand visibility and social media engagement.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian designer reveals surprise at Swae Lee's World Cup jacket
Ghanaian fashion designer Hashim did not know which artist would wear his custom Flower Boy leather jacket at the FIFA World Cup halftime show until moments before the performance, after a stylist contacted him to source pieces with less than a week to prepare.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Phil Foden extends Manchester City contract until 2030
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract to remain at the club until 2030, replacing his previous deal that was due to expire next summer. The 26-year-old, who has made 369 appearances and won six Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League and two FA Cups with City, expressed his commitment to the club under new head coach Enzo Maresca.
23 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 21 July

Ipswich Town signs Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu from Leicester
Premier League side Ipswich Town has signed 22-year-old Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu from Leicester City on a five-year contract through 2031. Fatawu has 32 caps for Ghana and scored nine goals in 44 appearances for Leicester during 2025/26.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 18 July

Mahama urges squad stability for Black Stars AFCON, World Cup success
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 →

Thursday 16 July

Ehalakasa appeals for government funding for world poetry slam team
Ghana's spoken word collective Ehalakasa is requesting government support to send three representatives to the 2026 World Poetry Slam Championship in Durban, South Africa, arguing that national representation should extend beyond football to include arts and culture.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 15 July

Hearts of Oak deny $200,000 valuation on Benjamin Asare
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 Clarifies Queiroz Monthly Salary at $80,000
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 →
Sports Minister defends Otto Addo sacking before World Cup
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 →

Monday 13 July

Davido defends use of World Cup platform for Nigeria kidnapping crisis
Afrobeats star Davido explained his decision to spotlight Nigeria's kidnapping crisis during the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony, saying citizen safety should outweigh concerns about national image. He wore an outfit bearing names of missing schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oyo State, and criticized public figures for remaining silent on security challenges rather than speaking out on humanitarian issues.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 9 July

Egypt requests FIFA remove refereeing team after Argentina loss
The Egyptian Football Association has formally requested FIFA to remove the officiating team from Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, citing serious refereeing errors including a disallowed goal and a missed penalty claim. The EFA president submitted a complaint against French referee François Letexier and the match officials, alleging blatant errors and inconsistent decision-making.
9 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana debates local versus foreign coach for national team
Ghana Football Association seeks a new head coach following Queiroz's departure, with the Africa Development Council calling for the GFA to promote qualified local managers rather than hire another foreign coach with limited domestic experience.
9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 8 July

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends in defeat to Spain
Portugal lost 1-0 to Spain in the Round of 16 after Mikel Merino's stoppage-time goal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup appearance. The 41-year-old forward, who confirmed before the tournament this would be his last World Cup, has retired from the competition without winning it despite a career including five Ballon d'Or titles and five UEFA Champions League trophies.
8 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 7 July

World Cup revenue must develop Ghana's football ecosystem – MP urges
Old Tafo MP Vincent Ekow Assafuah has urged football authorities to invest every cedi generated from Ghana's FIFA World Cup participation into developing the country's football ecosystem, including grassroots football, talent identification, coaching education, sports science, infrastructure, and women's football.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
MP calls for reinvesting World Cup proceeds into football development
Vincent Ekow Assafuah, Old Tafo MP and Ranking Member of Parliament's Committee on Youth and Sports, has called for reinvesting Ghana's FIFA World Cup proceeds into strategic programmes to rebuild the football sector, including grassroots football, youth development, infrastructure, coaching education, sports science and women's football rather than routine expenditure.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Neymar retires from Brazil after World Cup loss
Brazilian forward Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with the 34-year-old scoring his 80th goal for his country via a late penalty.
7 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Black Stars eliminated from World Cup after loss to Colombia
Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32. Fans blamed the technical team's player selection and the team's cautious tactical approach throughout the tournament.
7 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
ADC urges investment in local coaches for Ghana football
Following Ghana's exit from the FIFA World Cup, the Africa Development Council has urged greater investment in Ghanaian coaches rather than relying on foreign appointments, arguing that the decision over team leadership involves identity and capacity building beyond tactics alone.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 6 July

CAF opens bidding for AFCON tournaments 2028, 2032, 2036
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 →

Saturday 4 July

Asamoah Gyan criticizes Ghana's below-par World Cup exit performance
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan said Ghana's performance in their 1-0 World Cup loss to Colombia was below average, citing lack of intensity and insufficient attacking players, while acknowledging that Colombia deserved their victory.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana defender blames missed chances for World Cup exit
Black Stars defender Jerome Opoku attributed Ghana's elimination from the FIFA World Cup to the team's inability to convert scoring opportunities after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia. Opoku said Colombia capitalised on one of their few clear openings while Ghana failed to take its chances.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Jordan Ayew urges patience with Queiroz after World Cup exit
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed to Ghanaians to be patient with head coach Carlos Queiroz following Ghana's 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the FIFA World Cup, arguing that the Portuguese trainer needs time to implement his philosophy and that the team is only two months into its rebuilding process.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 3 July

Egypt wins first World Cup knockout match against Australia
Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw to record their first knockout victory at a FIFA World Cup, advancing to a Round of 16 tie against the winners of the Argentina v Cabo Verde match on 7 July.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Queiroz emphasizes character and mentality ahead of Colombia
Ghana's head coach Carlos Queiroz says the Black Stars' FIFA World Cup campaign enters its decisive phase in a Round of 32 knockout clash with Colombia, stressing that mentality, character, and attitude will decide the contest rather than talent alone.
3 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 2 July

Ghana Sports Fund seeks global investment for youth development
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, is rallying international support from investors, philanthropists and corporate organisations to fund sports development and talent opportunities for young athletes, emphasizing that Ghana has abundant sporting talent but lacks sufficient financial investment to unlock its potential.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 1 July

Egypt hopeful Salah will play against Australia at World Cup
Egypt believe Mohamed Salah's hamstring strain will not prevent him from facing Australia in Friday's World Cup last-32 tie, with the captain returning to training and undergoing intensive rehabilitation after sustaining the injury against Iran.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Carlos Queiroz extends support to Accra flood victims
Ghana's Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has sent condolences to victims of recent floods in Accra, saying the national team stands in solidarity with those affected. Queiroz said the team would carry the people of Accra in their hearts during Ghana's FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia on July 3.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →