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Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has urged Ghana to quickly put behind the disappointment of their defeat to Croatia and channel all attention towards the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, insisting that progression in tournament football is far more important than dwelling on …
We must focus on whoever comes next — Thomas-Asante charge Black StarsJoy Online
Several Ghanaian supporters who travelled thousands of miles to cheer on the Black Stars at the FIFA World Cup were left devastated after they were unable to gain entry to Saturday’s Group L match against Croatia at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia because of ticket issues …
Ticket chaos leaves Ghana supporters stranded outside stadiumJoy Online
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has insisted that Ghana’s defeat to Croatia in their final Group L match at the FIFA World Cup will not dampen the team’s confidence as they prepare for the Round of 32 stage of the tournament. …
Croatia defeat a lesson, not a setback – AyewJoy Online
Congo DR completed a sensational comeback to secure progression to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history, as goals from Yoane Wissa (2) and Fiston Mayele delivered a 3-1 win over eliminated Uzbekistan. …
Congo DR come from behind to set up England tieJoy Online
Ghana’s Black Stars are 90 minutes away from transforming a promising FIFA World Cup campaign into a statement of intent, with victory over Croatia tonight at the Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field) expected to complete a superb Group L campaign with aplomb. …
Black Stars go again tonightJoy Online
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. …
Senegal score their way to last 32 contentionJoy Online
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. …
Dembele hits terrific treble as France top groupJoy Online
… 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 …
Kenpong Travel disputes First Atlantic Bank’s winding-up move over alleged GH¢2.5m debtThe Ghanaian Times
… 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. …
How Ghana’s World Cup campaign could reshape West African football for a generationJoy Online
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. …
Beyond Sight: How visually impaired Ghanaians are experiencing the World CupGhana Football Association says Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz will "soon submit" his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Ghana's opening match against Côte d'Ivoire on September 24. Queiroz, who was given a contract extension after guiding Ghana to the World Cup Round of 32, has been working on selections since the World Cup ended.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association says Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz will "soon submit" his squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with Ghana's opening match against Côte d'Ivoire on September 24. Queiroz, who was given a contract extension after guiding Ghana to the World Cup Round of 32, has been working on selections since the World Cup ended.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku expressed confidence that his contributions to Ghana football will be better appreciated after his tenure, comparing himself to predecessors like Kwame Nkrumah and former GFA president Kwesi Nyantakyi. Okraku acknowledged facing criticism but said he remains focused on leaving behind a positively remembered legacy and doing "his part" for the sport's development.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kurt Okraku says he welcomes criticism of his GFA administration provided it is constructive, noting that all football leaders face scrutiny and that their work should ultimately be judged by their contributions to the game.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian artist Black Sherif has released a new six-track EP titled Sun Sherif via RBA/Empire. The project explores themes of love, life and self-discovery, marked by storytelling and intimate melodies that represent an evolution from his previous album Iron Boy.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has announced an agreement with Portuguese trainer Carlos Queiroz to continue as Head Coach of the Black Stars ahead of AFCON qualifiers. The GFA cited Queiroz's international experience and technical expertise, noting his previous leadership of Ghana at the last FIFA World Cup.
4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Football Association has agreed with Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz to continue as head coach of the Black Stars following the conclusion of his previous mandate at the FIFA World Cup. Queiroz's new tenure will begin with the upcoming international window, with the GFA citing his international experience and knowledge of the team as reasons for the reappointment.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey picked up a knock for Al-Shabab that ruled him out of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Al Hazem. Ghana's technical team will monitor his recovery ahead of the September AFCON qualifiers against Ivory Coast and The Gambia.
1 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
GFA President Kurt Okraku says Ghana will approach their upcoming match against Côte d'Ivoire with confidence, citing the team's improved organisation and competitive performance at the last FIFA World Cup, where Ghana finished 24th-ranked after entering as the lowest-ranked side.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku says the Black Stars have overcome the psychological burden that affected their previous performances, citing their World Cup campaign—where they entered as the lowest-ranked team but finished 24th—as evidence of the team's progress and renewed confidence.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ethiopia has submitted an official bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, backed by its government, but faces questions about whether it has enough stadiums meeting Confederation of African Football standards for a 24-team tournament. The country had just one approved stadium last season but is building a new international stadium in Addis Ababa.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
LALIGA has officially launched its 2026/27 season with a "Welcome to our Fútbol" campaign marking the return of Spanish football after the FIFA World Cup, during which 24 of the 52 World Cup final players were from LALIGA clubs. The new season will also feature PUMA's STELLAR NITRO as the official match ball.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
BRÜHM, a home appliance and consumer electronics brand, recognised five former Ghana internationals — Rev. Osei Kofi, Ibrahim Sunday, Mohammed Ahmed "Polo", Nii Odartey Lamptey, and Dan Quaye — during a dinner on 31 July 2026, honouring their achievements in African and FIFA competitions. Each recipient received a commemorative citation, BRÜHM television, and refrigerator.
3 August 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 →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro resigned after the Asian Football Confederation joined European and North/Central American bodies in opposing a plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors. Cordeiro called the proposal "a bad deal for football" that would "mortgage football's future," and the AFC warned the plan lacks the broad consensus needed and risks undermining the unity of the FIFA World Cup.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asian Football Confederation said it stands in solidarity with Uefa and Concacaf against Fifa's proposal to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors, arguing the plan cannot achieve the necessary consensus and risks undermining the unity of the World Cup.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 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 →