Former Ghana international Asamoah Gyan has urged the technical team of the Black Stars to work on finding replacements for Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salisu for the 2026 World Cup. …
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Mohammed Kudus — Black Stars midfielder sidelined by hamstring injury, risking his availability for the 2026 World Cup.
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Ghana’s all-time leading goalscorer, Asamoah Gyan, is worried about the tactical prowess of the Black Stars following the withdrawal of midfield talisman Mohammed Kudus due to injury. …
Asamoah Gyan fears for Black Stars as Kudus’ injury rocks World Cup plans… With Mohammed Kudus sidelined through injury and Ernest Nuamah only just returning to fitness, Boakye could offer a timely solution in wide or central attacking roles. …
Ghana’s Mexico friendly offers final chance for World Cup hopefuls… The medical team of the national team are currently monitoring the fitness of several players, including Mohammed Kudus, Mohammed Salisu, and Francis Abu, while Inaki Williams has also struggled for full fitness in recent weeks. …
World Cup 2026: Injuries to key players ahead of tournament worrying – Kurt Okraku… Mohammed Kudus enjoyed a breakthrough second season at Nordsjaelland, scoring 11 goals and providing one assist after limited involvement in his debut campaign. …
Prince Amoako Jnr scores in Nordsjaelland draw against Brøndby- April 2026
Former Black Stars defender Daniel Opare believes the team will be “in deep trouble” without Mohammed Kudus at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
2026 World Cup: Black Stars ‘in deep trouble’ without Kudus – Daniel OpareMohammed Kudus Black Stars player, Mohammed Kudus, has reportedly decided against undergoing surgery for his latest injury setback, despite advice from Tottenham Hotspur medical staff. …
Kudus Rejects Surgery Amid World Cup Fears… Subsequent editions would feature other great players including Egypt’s Mohammed Salah, Sadio Mane of Senegal, Mohammed Kudus of Ghana; not leaving out fans of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, who lit the modern game with their skills and finesse. …
‘World Cup Soccer Fiesta’ airs todayFormer agent Jennifer Mendelewitsch of Mohammed Kudus believes the Ghanaian is the one being on the receiving end of failure following the decision to part ways. …
Kudus is ‘the one who is being punished the most’ after split – Former agentThe former agent of Mohammed Kudus, Jennifer Mendelewitsch, has alleged that the Ghanaian obliged to pressure from his family to end his deal with her. …
‘Family pressured Kudus to cut ties with me’ – Ex-agent alleges
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Gyan warns of Kudus, Salisu injuries ahead of 2026 World Cup
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Asamoah Gyan has urged Ghana's technical team to find replacements for Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salisu, both sidelined by long-term injuries ahead of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada and USA. Gyan said their absence would be a major blow, with Kudus providing individual brilliance and Salisu crucial in set pieces.
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Gyan warns of Kudus, Salisu injuries ahead of 2026 World Cup
Asamoah Gyan has urged Ghana's technical team to find replacements for Mohammed Kudus and Mohammed Salisu, both sidelined by long-term injuries ahead of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, Canada and USA. Gyan said their absence would be a major blow, with Kudus providing individual brilliance and Salisu crucial in set pieces.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Saturday 9 May
Asamoah Gyan warns of Kudus injury impact on Black Stars
Ghana's all-time leading goalscorer Asamoah Gyan has expressed concern about the Black Stars' tactical ability following midfielder Mohammed Kudus' withdrawal due to injury ahead of a friendly against Mexico and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Gyan stressed that Kudus has become the heartbeat of the national side and that his unique ability to transition between defence and attack will be difficult to replace.
9 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 6 May
Ghana's Mexico friendly offers final World Cup squad audition
Ghana's May 28 friendly against Mexico, played outside the FIFA international window, presents head coach Carlos Queiroz with his only chance to assess the squad before the final World Cup squad deadline. Named mostly of U-23 and Ghana Premier League players, the match offers fringe players a decisive audition opportunity.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Saturday 2 May
Ghana's key players dealing with injuries ahead of 2026 World Cup
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed concern about a growing list of injuries to key Black Stars players, including Mohammed Kudus, Mohammed Salisu, Francis Abu, and Inaki Williams, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite acknowledging the challenge, Okraku expressed confidence in the team's resilience and unity under coach Carlos Queiroz, who will assess the squad through two friendly matches before finalising his selection.
2 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Prince Amoako Jnr scores as Nordsjaelland draws with Brøndby
The 18-year-old Ghanaian winger Prince Amoako Jnr scored in FC Nordsjaelland's draw against Brøndby on Friday, bringing his tally to eight goals and five assists in all competitions this season.
2 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 30 April
Black Stars at risk without Kudus for 2026 World Cup
Former defender Daniel Opare says Ghana will be "in deep trouble" if Mohammed Kudus misses the 2026 World Cup. Kudus is sidelined by a hamstring injury and is expected to miss the rest of the season, risking his availability for the tournament in June.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
Kudus rejects Tottenham surgery over World Cup recovery fears
Mohammed Kudus has declined recommended surgery for a hamstring injury, opting instead for conservative rehabilitation to avoid extended recovery time that could jeopardize his 2026 World Cup availability. The Black Stars midfielder has been sidelined since January with previous quad problems.
29 April 2026 · Daily Guide →
World Cup Soccer Fiesta documentary series debuts today on GTV Sports+
MOFA Productions' 'World Cup Soccer Fiesta', a 15-part sports documentary series featuring archival footage from World Cup tournaments from 1930 to 2026, airs today on GTV Sports+ with subsequent episodes on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8:30pm. The show will cover legendary players and include fact segments, team updates, and a compilation of top 200 World Cup goals.
29 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Monday 27 April
Kudus bears brunt of split from agent, Mendelewitsch says
Mohammed Kudus's former agent Jennifer Mendelewitsch says the midfielder is being punished most after their split, which occurred before his transfer to Tottenham Hotspur last summer; Mendelewitsch claims Kudus was pressured by family to end their working relationship that spanned from his time at FC Nordsjaelland through Ajax and West Ham.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Kudus' family pressured him to end agent deal, ex-agent claims
Mohammed Kudus' former agent Jennifer Mendelewitsch alleges that the Tottenham midfielder ended their relationship under pressure from his family, who she says wanted higher financial compensation. Mendelewitsch had worked with Kudus since his time at Nordsjaelland and facilitated his moves to Ajax and West Ham.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →