Gideon Mensah — Ghana Black Stars left-back and captain, recently joined FC Köln after the 2026 World Cup.
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… Queiroz keeps faith with the same back four that shut out Panama: Marvin Senaya, Jonas Adjetey, Jerome Opoku, and Gideon Mensah. …
Partey, Inaki Williams start as Queiroz makes four changes for England clashThe Ghanaian Times
… Gideon Mensah at yesterday’s training session It was a case of ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy’ moments for some of the players as captured in this scene Training at the Smithfield, Rhode Island campus, has been aggressive and upbeat, with head coach and technical sta …
Black Stars in high spirits as England clash loomsThe Ghanaian Times
… Lawrence Ati-Zigi started in goal, with a backline of Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Jerome Opoku and Jonas Adjetey. …
Late Koumas header denies Ghana win over WalesJoy Online
… Gideon Mensah – 4 The Auxerre full-back struggled to contain his opponent on several occasions and looked uncertain in key defensive moments. …
Senaya, Ati Zigi stand out as Black Stars players rated against WalesJoy Online
… Wales pushed for an equaliser and almost benefited from an own goal when Gideon Mensah’s attempted clearance narrowly missed the target. …
Yirenkyi scores as Wales claw back to hold Black Stars in Queiroz’s first gameJoy Online
… Here is the full squad: Goalkeepers Benjamin Asare Lawrence Ati-Zigi Joseph Anang Defenders Baba Abdul Rahman Gideon Mensah Marvin Senaya Alidu Seidu Abdul Mumin Jerome Opoku Jonas Adjetey Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Preprah Derrick Luckassen Midfielders Thomas Partey Elisha Owusu Kwasi …
Queiroz names Ghana’s final squad for 2026 World CupDaily Guide
… The rest are Baba Abdul Rahman, Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Prince Kwabena Adu, Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams. …
Black Stars Receive Partey, Inaki Boost Ahead Of Wales FriendlyThe Ghanaian Times
… The rest are Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, Jonas Adjetey, Christopher Bonsu Baah, Ernest Nuamah, Brandon Thomas-Asante, Prince Kwabena Adu, Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, and Inaki Williams. …
Partey, Inaki boost for Black Stars ahead of Wales friendlyJoy Online
… The players in camp are: Elisha Owusu, Kwasi Sibo, Caleb Yirenkyi, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Joseph Anang, Solomon Agbasi, Paul Reverson, Baba Abdul Rahman, Gideon Mensah, Marvin Senaya, Alidu Seidu, Abdul Mumin, Jerome Opoku, …
Partey, Inaki join Black Stars camp as preparations intensify for Wales friendlyJoy Online
… The early arrivals include Jordan Ayew, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Gideon Mensah, Jerome Opoku, Marvin Senaya and Alidu Seidu, who were seen in a video circulating on social media. …
Black Stars open camp in Wales ahead of World Cup friendlyGhana's Black Stars surrendered a 2-0 lead to suffer a 4-2 defeat to Gambia in a 2027 AFCON qualifier, prompting calls for Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's resignation. Queiroz rejected the calls, arguing his departure would not solve the deeper problems facing Ghanaian football.
1 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Stars surrendered a 2-0 lead to suffer a 4-2 defeat to Gambia in a 2027 AFCON qualifier, prompting calls for Head Coach Carlos Queiroz's resignation. Queiroz rejected the calls, arguing his departure would not solve the deeper problems facing Ghanaian football.
1 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah admitted full responsibility after Ghana's 4-2 defeat to The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium, where he was at fault for two of the opponents' goals. The left-back, who captained the side, cited difficulty integrating new players into the team and said they must accept criticism from supporters.
30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Black Stars captain Gideon Mensah acknowledged that "nothing worked" for Ghana in their 4-2 loss to The Gambia at Accra Sports Stadium and took personal responsibility for the defeat, while noting the squad's challenges with several new players following withdrawals.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana suffered a second successive defeat in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, falling to Gambia 4-2 at the Accra Sports Stadium after leading 2-0 with goals from Ernest Nuamah and Felix Afena-Gyan. Gambia staged a comeback with four unanswered goals to secure the victory.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana surrendered a 2-0 lead to lose 4-2 to Gambia in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium, marking the Black Stars' second successive defeat in the competition. Nuamah and Afena-Gyan scored Ghana's goals before Gambia staged a comeback to win.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana plays The Gambia in a 2027 AFCON qualifier today at Accra Sports Stadium without defender Alexander Djiku, who was injured in Matchday 1's loss to Côte d'Ivoire. Coach Carlos Queiroz faces defensive challenges as several key players, including Captain Jordan Ayew, Kudus and Semenyo, remain unavailable.
29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's national football team will play The Gambia in a 2027 AFCON qualifier today at the Accra Sports Stadium, seeking their first points after a Matchday 1 defeat to Côte d'Ivoire. Experienced defender Alexander Djiku is unavailable due to injury sustained in the opening match, compounding defensive challenges for Head Coach Carlos Queiroz.
29 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana left-back Gideon Mensah joined Köln on a free transfer following the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has emphasized the importance of treating every game seriously in the Bundesliga. Mensah said transfer discussions with Köln began before the World Cup, making the move straightforward, and has already made his debut in the DFB Pokal.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana international and Black Stars defender Gideon Mensah has completed a move to German Bundesliga side FC Koln on a two-year contract until June 2028, following the end of his four-year spell with French club Auxerre.
11 July 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
Ghana's left-back Gideon Mensah says the team feels the pain of a 1-0 knockout-stage defeat to Colombia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup but will use the disappointment as motivation for the future. Mensah noted the unforgiving nature of knockout football and the weight of expectation on the squad.
6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
After Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, left back Gideon Mensah said the team's focus has shifted to redemption in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers and expressed gratitude to Ghanaian supporters who sacrificed sleep to follow the team despite difficult kickoff times.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana left-back Gideon Mensah says the team felt ready for their 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match but will use the disappointment of a 1-0 loss to Colombia as motivation for the future. Mensah acknowledged the unforgiving nature of knockout football and the emotional toll of losing on the world stage with so many supporters' hopes resting on the team.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has recalled Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Jerome Opoku, Inaki Williams, and Caleb Yirenkyi to the starting line-up for a FIFA World Cup Round of 32 match against Colombia at Kansas City Stadium. The winner advances to face Switzerland in the Round of 16.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
As of 2 July, 14 players still active at the World Cup are technically without clubs to return to after the tournament ends. Notable free agents include Casemiro, James Rodriguez, Mo Salah, John Stones, and others, some of whom are using the competition to impress potential suitors despite their employment situations.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars play Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium tonight needing victory to secure qualification from Group L as group winners or runners-up, having earned four points from two matches against England and Panama.
27 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has called for calm and continued focus after the Black Stars' 0-0 draw with England at the World Cup, which moved them to four points in Group L. Ghana will face Croatia on June 28 in their final group-stage fixture, knowing that victory will guarantee a place in the Round of 32.
26 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana will play Croatia in the final Group L fixture of the FIFA World Cup at Philadelphia Stadium tomorrow at 9pm local time. Ghana needs at least a point to advance to the round of 32, while Croatia must win to guarantee progression.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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 →
The Ghanaian Times compares Ghana's group-stage encounter with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the biblical story of Daniel in the Lions' Den, drawing a parallel between Daniel's faith and the Black Stars' challenge against a stronger opponent after Ghana opened with victories against Croatia and Panama.
25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Coach Carlos Queiroz recalled Thomas Partey to midfield and handed Inaki Williams his first tournament start in Ghana's 4-3-3 formation for Tuesday's World Cup Group L clash against England at Gillette Stadium. Queiroz made four changes overall while retaining the same defensive line from Ghana's opening 1-0 win over Panama.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's national football team conducted high-intensity training at Bryant University ahead of their Group L clash against England, with the coaching staff focusing on tactical shape, set-piece routines, and managing England's attacking threats. Goalkeeping coach Daniel Gasper said the team is pleased with Lawrence Ati-Zigi's progress following his injury against Panama, with decisions on his return to be made session by session.
22 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana were held to a 1-1 draw by Wales at Cardiff City Stadium after conceding a late equaliser. Caleb Yirenkyi gave Ghana the lead in the 66th minute, but Wales struck back in the closing stages to deny the Black Stars victory.
4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana drew 1-1 with Wales in a 2026 World Cup preparatory match at Cardiff Stadium, with Lewis Koumas scoring an equaliser late in the game. Several Ghana players, including Lawrence Ati Zigi and Marvin Senaya, earned positive ratings for their performances.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars ended four consecutive defeats with a 1-1 draw against Wales in an international friendly, marking Carlos Queiroz's first game in charge as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Coach Carlos Queiroz has named Ghana's final 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, omitting goalkeepers Paul Reverson and Solomon Agbasi from the initial 28-man squad and replacing injured vice-captain Alexander Djiku with Derrick Luckassen.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Stars completed a training session at Dragon Park on Saturday with 24 players, boosted by the arrival of Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams, ahead of a friendly against Wales on Tuesday in Cardiff as part of their 2026 World Cup preparations.
1 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams have joined the Black Stars squad in Cardiff, bringing the squad to 24 players ahead of tomorrow's friendly against Wales and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad will face Wales at Cardiff City Stadium in a match that will be Carlos Queiroz's first real test since taking charge of the team.
1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thomas Partey and Inaki Williams have joined Ghana's Black Stars squad as the team prepares for Tuesday's international friendly against Wales. With 24 players in camp, Head Coach Carlos Queiroz is assessing the squad through tactical training ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.
31 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Nine players have opened camp for Ghana's Black Stars in Wales ahead of a June 2 friendly in Cardiff. The Ghana Football Association will release the full squad list for the friendly and the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 1.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →