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.
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Joy Online
… His dedication and service earned widespread admiration, culminating in a special presentation by former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah, who presented Nana with a miniature FIFA World Cup trophy in recognition of his contribution. …
FIFA celebrates 23-year-old Ghanaian medical doctor for his voluntary service at World CupThe Ghanaian Times
… Randy Abbey, Stephen Appiah, Moses Armah and Samuel Aboabire. The post I have a special bonus for you — Businessman Ibrahim Mahama pledges appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
I have a special bonus for you — Businessman Ibrahim Mahama pledgesThe Ghanaian Times
… Stephen Appiah had a lot of good energy and confidence in his side. Michael Essien dominated midfield. …
How Ghana’s World Cup campaign could reshape West African football for a generationDaily Guide
… Other notable Ghanaians at the stadium included business moguls Osei Kwame Despite, Ernest Ofori Sarpong, Stephen Appiah, and members of the East Legon Executive Fitness Club, who all turned up to cheer the Black Stars in their crucial clash against Panama. …
Veep’s Dance Moves Warms Hearts at BlackStars World Cup TournamentJoy Online
… He also encouraged the squad to draw inspiration from former captains and legends such as Asamoah Gyan and Stephen Appiah, while expressing confidence in Jordan Ayew’s leadership and the team’s ability to perform on the world stage. …
We’re fully prepared and determined to secure victory – Black Stars assure MahamaJoy Online
… Players such as Asamoah Gyan, Stephen Appiah, Michael Essien, and Mohammed Kudus serve as examples of how local football structures can produce world-class talent. …
Ghana’s domestic football: An industry in dire need of attentionJoy Online
… Thomas-Asante will don the jersey number which was worn in the past by Stephen Appiah (2006 and 2010) and Andre Ayew (2014 and 2022) as far as the global tournament is concerned. …
Thomas-Asante takes the 10; Boakye takes 20 – Find out Ghana’s squad jersey numbers for World Cup 2026The Ghanaian Times
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has revealed that he battled depression about a year ago as he was officially outdoored as Brand Ambassador for Ghana’s national teams and colts football. …
Asamoah Gyan opens up on depression struggles following ambassadorial appointmentDaily Guide
… The delegation, led by Medeama SC President Moses Armah, included Stephen Appiah, Samuel Aboabire and other officials of the Ghana Football Association. …
Black Stars Seek Chief Imam’s Blessings Ahead Of 2026 World CupThe Ghanaian Times
… The delegation was led by Medeama SC President and Black Stars Management Committee member, Moses Armah, and included GFA Executive Council member, Samuel Aboabire, and former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah, both key members of the committee. …
Black Stars Mgt C’ttee calls on Chief ImamVincent 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →