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Stephen Appiah

Also known as: former Ghana captain · former Black Stars captain

Stephen Appiah — former Black Stars captain, serves on committee to find new national team head coach.

2026-05-022026-11-02

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … You go to Mamprobi, Stephen Appiah and co. That’s where they come from. …

    ‘Ghana Premier League not entertaining’ – Odotei on low patronage
  3. Daily Guide

    … Baffoe was named as one of five members of the committee, which is chaired by Pappoe and also includes former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah, legal practitioner Agbesi Dzakpasu and high-performance specialist, Faisal Chibsah. …

    Anthony Baffoe Withdraws From Black Stars Coaching Search Committee – GFA Confirms
  4. Joy Online

    … Baffoe was appointed to the committee alongside former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah, legal practitioner Agbesi Dzakpasu and high-performance specialist Faisal Chibsah. …

    Anthony Baffoe pulls out of Black Stars coaching search committee – GFA
  5. Joy Online

    … Among those set to feature are former Black Stars captains Stephen Appiah and Asamoah Gyan, alongside well-known figures such as Lexis Bill and Dr Pounds. …

    Ga Manste Tennis Open begins today
  6. Daily Guide

    … The committee is chaired by former GFA vice-president Fred Pappoe and includes former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah, former Ghana international Anthony Yeboah, Faisal Chibsah and Agbesi Dzakpasu. …

    Interim Coach Expected For Black Stars After Queiroz Exit
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    … Ably supporting him, according to the statement, are Anthony Baffoe, a former Ghana international and General Secretary of the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG); Agbesi Dzakpasu (Esq.), legal practitioner and football administrator; Stephen Appiah, former Black …

    Pappoe heads Black Stars coach search c’ttee
  8. Joy Online

    … The committee is chaired by former GFA Vice-President Fred Pappoe and includes Anthony Baffoe, Agbesi Dzakpasu, former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah and high-performance specialist Faisal Chibsah. …

    Boyoyo: Is the new search for a Black Stars coach a faux pas or an own goal?
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    … Oh, for the days of Stephen Appiah! A time when the jersey meant blood, sweat, and actual victories, rather than Instagram reels, designer headphones, and hefty appearance fees. …

    The President’s wallet and the boys who won’t score
  10. September 2026
  11. Daily Guide

    … He cited several former stars who began their careers in Colts football, including Abedi Pele of Great Falcons, Asamoah Gyan of Great Cedabs and former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah of Mighty Victory. …

    Kurt Okraku Pays Tribute To Ghana’s Colts Football Heroes
  12. August 2026
  13. Joy Online

    … I saw a similar philosophy in the Betway 12th Man project, which the company undertook with former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah. …

    Betway at 10: A decade of impact, and a journey I have witnessed from close range

Saturday 31 October

  1. Ghana Premier League lacks entertainment, says Hearts of Oak IMC lead

    Vincent Sowah Odotei, interim lead administrator of Accra Hearts of Oak, has blamed the Ghana Premier League's poor stadium attendance on insufficient entertainment quality, saying the league fails to produce star players who attract fans from their communities to watch matches.

    31 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 22 October

  1. Anthony Baffoe withdraws from Black Stars coaching search committee

    Former Ghana international Anthony Baffoe has withdrawn from the committee tasked with finding a new head coach for the Black Stars, the GFA confirmed. The committee remains chaired by Fred Pappoe and includes Stephen Appiah, Agbesi Dzakpasu, and Faisal Chibsah, with no reason given for Baffoe's withdrawal.

    22 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. Anthony Baffoe withdraws from Black Stars coaching search committee

    The Ghana Football Association confirmed that Anthony Baffoe has withdrawn from the five-member committee tasked with finding a new Black Stars coach following Carlos Queiroz's departure. The remaining four-member committee subsequently appointed Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren as head coach, with Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram as temporary assistants.

    21 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 19 October

  1. Inaugural Ga Manste Tennis Open starts today in Accra

    The six-day Ga Manste Tennis Open Championship begins today at the Accra Sports Stadium, featuring men's and women's singles and wheelchair tennis, alongside an exhibition match with former Black Stars captains and media personalities. Launched by King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the tournament is part of the 2026 Homowo festival celebrations and aims to discover and nurture young talent across Ghana and Africa.

    19 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 8 October

  1. Black Stars interim coach recommendation expected Friday

    A five-member committee tasked with finding a successor to Carlos Queiroz is expected to recommend an interim coach for the Black Stars on Friday, October 9, who will take charge during November's AFCON qualifier double-header against Somalia while the search for a permanent head coach continues.

    8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 5 October

  1. Pappoe leads committee to find new Black Stars coach

    Former GFA Vice-President Fred Pappoe has been appointed to head a five-member search committee tasked with finding a replacement for departing coach Carlos Queiroz. The decision followed the mutual termination of Queiroz's contract after poor performances in recent AFCON qualifiers.

    5 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 3 October

  1. Ghana seeks new Black Stars coach after AFCON qualifying defeats

    The Black Stars lost 4-2 to The Gambia and 2-0 to Côte d'Ivoire in their opening two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, prompting Carlos Queiroz's contract termination and the formation of a five-member committee to identify and recommend a new head coach.

    3 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Opinion: National football team's poor form drains public finances

    An opinion column criticizes the Black Stars for underperformance, arguing that government spending on the team diverts public money without corresponding results, and calls for accountability from both players and football officials.

    1 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 17 September

  1. GFA President tributes Ghana Colts as talent pipeline system

    GFA President Kurt Okraku has paid tribute to Ghana's Colts football system at the launch of the 2026/27 season, highlighting its role in developing generations of national football stars including Abedi Pele, Asamoah Gyan, Stephen Appiah, and Michael Essien.

    17 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 9 August

  1. Betway marks decade in Ghana with sports sponsorship, community impact

    Betway, which arrived in Ghana in 2016, is celebrating ten years in the country with a legacy that extends beyond betting and sports sponsorship to capacity building and community engagement. The company has sponsored Ghana Premier League clubs and the Women's Premier League, providing equipment and capacity-building workshops to players and officials.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 13 July

  1. FIFA honours 23-year-old Ghanaian doctor for World Cup volunteer work

    FIFA has recognized 23-year-old Ghanaian medical doctor Nana Kwasi Ampofo Owusu Mensah as Kansas City's FIFA World Cup 2026 "Unsung Hero" for his voluntary service in preparations for the tournament. The Techiman-born doctor, who has interests in orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine, was selected for FIFA's volunteer programme to support the event.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 26 June

  1. Businessman Ibrahim Mahama pledges personal bonus for Black Stars

    Businessman Ibrahim Mahama visited Ghana's Black Stars squad in Rhode Island ahead of their World Cup match against Croatia, pledging to provide the team with "a much better bonus" than taxpayers and promising personal investment in the squad. The visit included Ghana's Ambassador to the United States and cabinet ministers, and Mahama said he would now follow the team's World Cup campaign after reconnecting with the squad.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Ghana faces Croatia in decisive World Cup match

    Ghana sits on 4 points heading into a final group-stage clash against Croatia on June 27, with a draw sufficient to advance to the Round of 32. The Black Stars previously defeated Panama and drew goalless with England in their group.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 18 June

  1. Vice President celebrates as Black Stars beat Panama 1-0

    Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang's celebratory dance moves at Ghana's 1-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Panama in Toronto went viral on social media, drawing admiration from journalists and content creators. Caleb Yernkyi scored the winning goal in the 11th minute.

    18 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Black Stars assure Mahama of World Cup opener readiness

    Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew and head coach Carlos Queiroz assured President Mahama during a Zoom call that the team is fully prepared and determined to secure victory in their World Cup opener against Panama. Mahama expressed confidence in the squad and urged them to remain united and play with determination.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Ghana's domestic football clubs need greater attention and support

    Ghana's local football clubs struggle to gain necessary attention and support despite their role as the foundation for developing young talent, with many professional players including Asamoah Gyan, Stephen Appiah, Michael Essien, and Mohammed Kudus beginning their careers in grassroots football.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Ghana World Cup 2026 squad jersey numbers announced

    Brandon Thomas-Asante will wear the number 10 jersey for Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following in the footsteps of Stephen Appiah and Andre Ayew. Augustine Boakye takes number 20 in his debut tournament involvement, while Derrick Luckassen wears number 23 as a late replacement for the injured Alexander Djiku.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Asamoah Gyan appointed Brand Ambassador for Ghana football

    Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has been unveiled as Brand Ambassador for Ghana's national teams and colts football. Gyan disclosed that he battled depression about a year ago but was encouraged by GFA President Kurt Okraku to refocus on contributing to grassroots football development in the country.

    21 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Black Stars seek spiritual support from National Chief Imam

    Ghana's Black Stars management committee visited the National Chief Imam to seek prayers and spiritual guidance ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Chief Imam pledged nationwide prayers for the team's success, with Friday Jumu'ah prayers across the country to be dedicated to the Black Stars.

    14 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Black Stars seek spiritual guidance for 2026 World Cup campaign

    Ghana's Black Stars Management Committee visited National Chief Imam Dr Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu to seek spiritual support and prayers ahead of the country's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign in North America. The delegation, led by Moses Armah, emphasized the importance of national unity and faith as Ghana prepares to compete at football's biggest stage.

    14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 11 May

  1. Gold Fields Ghana becomes GFA Official Partner for $5 million

    Gold Fields Ghana Limited has signed a US$5 million sponsorship deal over two years to become an Official Partner of the Ghana Football Association, supporting the Black Stars, Black Queens, Women's Premier League, and Ghana's national amputee football team.

    11 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 3 May

  1. Kyereh credits Appiah's call for encouragement during injury recovery

    Daniel Kofi Kyereh, who suffered a serious cruciate ligament injury in 2022 that sidelined him for almost three years, has revealed that a phone call from former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah gave him encouragement during his rehabilitation. Kyereh made his Black Stars debut in 2021 and recently returned to action with SC Freiburg II.

    3 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Kofi-Kyereh ranks Andre Ayew above Essien, Appiah in blind game

    Ghana midfielder Daniel Kofi-Kyereh ranked Andre Ayew ahead of Michael Essien and Stephen Appiah in a blind-ranking game of Black Stars midfielders, in an exclusive interview with Joy Sports that aired in May 2026. The ranking included ten former and current national team midfielders.

    2 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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