Senegal gave themselves hope of extending their stay at the FIFA World Cup with an emphatic 5-0 win over Iraq as the two nations met for the first time on football’s biggest stage in the final Group I clash in Toronto. …
France have won all three group games at a FIFA World Cup for the first time since first winning the trophy on home soil in 1998 – and they did so thanks to a historic hat-trick by Ousmane Dembele. …
… a reported move by First Atlantic Bank to wind up the company over an alleged GH¢2.5 million debt, describing the action as premature, malicious and an attempt to damage its business reputation at a time when it is providing travel-related services for the ongoing FIFA World Cup …
… A legacy of heartbreak and triumph: Ghana’s World Cup history Ghana made their first appearance in the FIFA World Cup in Germany in 2006, and they didn’t come quietly. …
As the FIFA World Cup captivates millions of viewers around the globe, many Ghanaians living with visual impairment are finding their own ways to stay connected to the action. …
Businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has promised a special financial reward for the Black Stars following their impressive performances at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in the team’s ability to progress further in the tournament. …
The senior national team, the Black Stars, will face off with the Vatreni of Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium in the final Group L fixture of the ongoing FIFA World Cup tomorrow at 9pm local time. …
President of Rugby Africa, Herbert Mensah, has hailed the strong performance of African nations at the FIFA World Cup, describing the continent’s unprecedented representation at the tournament as proof of its growing football quality and global competitiveness. …
… Thousands of Ghanaians packed the Boston stadium for Ghana’s second Group L match against England at the FIFA World Cup, proudly draped in the nation’s red, gold and green colours. …
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has confirmed that Black Starshead 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ghana's Black Starshead 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.