Next yearâ??s World Cup will feature a historic change to its draw structure, with the top four seeds guaranteed to avoid each other until the semi-finals, provided they win their groups.FIFA confirmed that Spain, ranked first, will be paired with second-seeded Argentina and placed in opposite halves of the bracket. Third-seeded France and fourth-seeded England will also be paired, preventing England from meeting Spain or Argentina before the semi-finals, and France before the

Cristiano Ronaldo will be available for Portugalâ??s first match at the 2026 World Cup after avoiding a full suspension following his red card against the Republic of Ireland.The 40-year-old forward was dismissed for elbowing Dara Oâ??Shea during Portugalâ??s 2â??0 qualifying defeat earlier this month. Violent conduct typically carries a three-match ban, but FIFA has suspended the second and third matches for a year, placing Ronaldo under a probationary period.BBC Sport

Prominent Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has been selected to officiate at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after serving various roles, including VAR official at previous tournaments. The experienced centre-man is the only Ghanaian official named in the 73-man list for the continental showpiece next month in Morocco.Laryea remains Ghana's refereeing beacon and he is expected to handle some of the biggest games at the competition in North Africa.The Accra Academy graduate

Ghana Premier League side Basake Holy Stars have strengthened their technical team with the appointment of experienced Ghanaian tactician Johnson Smith.The club confirmed the recruitment of the former Asante Kotoko coach in an official notice on their Facebook page on Tuesday, November 25.â??Basake Holy Stars warmly welcomes Johnson Smith to our technical team.â??His expertise and experience will be an asset to our club. We look forward to achieving more together,â? the

Asante Kotoko coach Abdul Karim Zito says he accepts all criticism directed at him and his squad, insisting they understand the expectations that come with representing the club.Kotoko remain unbeaten in the 2025:2026 Ghana Premier League season, yet recent performances have sparked frustration among supporters.The team enters Wednesdayâ??s trip to Basake Holy Stars with three draws and one win from its last four matches, a run many fans feel should have yielded more points.The

The head coach of Medeama Sporting Club, Ibrahim Tanko, is confident his side will defeat Rospak FC in their MTN FA Cup Round of 64 clash in midweek.The Yellow and Mauves are set to host the lower division outfit at the TnA Stadium on Wednesday, November 26, in what will be their first match in this seasonâ??s domestic cup competition.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Ibrahim Tanko noted that his team is determined to fight to beat Rospak FC to advance to the next round of the

Juventus are preparing a formal push for Kobbie Mainoo as the midfielderâ??s uncertain role at Manchester United continues to attract interest from across Europe.The English-Ghanaian youngster has endured a difficult spell under Ruben Amorim, with his limited minutes raising concerns about his World Cup prospects.Scouts believe his blend of technique and physicality suits Serie A. The 20-year-old asked for a loan move late in the summer window and his stance has not changed as

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has stressed his teamâ??s resolve to improve, insisting that they are currently underrated due to poor performances in the Ghana Premier League. The team currently sits in the relegation zone of the league table with 10 points from the first 11 matches.The Hunters on Wednesday, November 26, will take on Aduana FC in a Round 64 clash in the MTN FA Cup.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Kobina Amissah described the upcoming match as a crucial

Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has argued that the Super Eaglesâ?? failure to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup was influenced by the revamped qualification format introduced for the tournament.The West African football heavyweightâ??s latest attempt to reach the global tournament ended in heartbreak after falling short in the qualifying series, marking their first back-to-back absence since 1994.Despite advancing to the playoff stage, Nigeria

Bechem United goalkeeper Benjamin Asiedu has disclosed that their ambition in this season's MTN FA Cup is to reach the final and fight to lift the title.Nicknamed the Hunters, the Premier League side will kick off their campaign in the FA Cup on Wednesday, November 26, when they take on Aduana FC in Round 64.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Benjamin Asiedu noted that although Bechem United have not been performing well in the league this season, there is no pressure on the

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito is making sure his players stay alert and respect every opponent as they continue their campaign in the Ghana Premier League.He believes that every match against Kotoko becomes a big occasion for other clubs, so his team must always stay focused and prepared.The Porcupine Warriors travel to the AAK II Arena on Wednesday to face Basake Holy Stars in their outstanding match-week three fixture. Zito has reminded his players that teams raise their

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has emphasised his teamâ??s determination to overcome Aduana FC in their upcoming MTN FA Cup Round 64 clash. The two Ghana Premier League clubs will lock horns on Wednesday, November 26, in a highly-anticipated contest in the domestic cup competition.Speaking ahead of the showdown, Kobina Amissah stressed the importance of the match, assuring fans that his players are heading into the match with the focus of eliminating the opponent to

Karim Zito is making it clear that motivation must come from both sides, from him as a coach and from the players themselves.Ahead of Asante Kotokoâ??s outstanding match-week three clash against Basake Holy Stars at the AAK II Arena on Wednesday, he stressed that every player signed for the club with a purpose.The Kotoko coach reminded his squad that they didnâ??t join the Porcupine Warriors just to wear the famous jersey, but to play well and improve their careers."I

Karim Zito is keeping his attention on getting the best out of his Asante Kotoko players as they prepare for another key league match.The head coach believes his role is to guide the squad properly so they can give strong performances every week.He stressed that giving the players enough rest is now a big part of his plan, especially with games coming quickly. Kotoko face Basake Holy Stars at the AAK II Arena on Wednesday in their outstanding match-week three fixture, and Zito wants

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko is placing full belief in his squad as they prepare for their clash with Rospak FC in the FA Cup.He made it clear that in his team, there are no backup players because every player has the quality to start important matches.Tanko shared that only one player, Emmanuel Owusu, will miss the upcoming game due to injury. However, he is confident Owusu will be back soon as the injury is not too serious. The Mauve and Yellow will host Rospak at the TnA Stadium,

Ibrahim Tanko wants his Medeama side fully prepared as they head into their FA Cup clash against lower-division opponents Rospak FC.The head coach believes every match deserves the same level of work and attention, no matter the opponent. With the game set for Wednesday at the TnA Stadium, he is pushing his players to stay sharp and maintain their winning attitude.The coach explained that training has been intense as they aim to progress to the next stage. He reminded fans that

President of the Ghana Football Association and CAF 2nd Vice-President, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has launched a comprehensive insurance policy for referees, marking a major step forward in welfare and protection for match officials across the countryâ??s domestic leagues.The initiative, introduced on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, fulfils a pledge he made during the 31st Ordinary Session of Congress in Prampram in August. Describing the occasion as a significant moment for Ghanaian

Basake Holy Stars have been left without their substantive head coach after Augustine Evans Adotey abruptly abandoned his role following the clubâ??s week eight defeat to Hearts of Oak.Adotey, who previously managed Medeama SC, went absent without notice after the 2-1 home loss, leaving assistant coach Rashad Musah to take charge of the team. Under Musahâ??s interim leadership, Holy Stars have recorded one win and two defeats.The newly promoted side have endured a difficult

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed an appeal by the Fédération Guinéenne de Football (FEGUIFOOT) seeking to overturn Tanzaniaâ??s qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The case centred on a shirt number irregularity from a qualifier on 19 November 2024, which Tanzania won 1-0.Guinea argued that a Tanzanian player entered the pitch wearing number 26 instead of his registered number 24, claiming the discrepancy created an unfair tactical

Antoine Semenyoâ??s preferred destination remains unclear as interest intensifies ahead of the January transfer window, with several Premier League clubs monitoring his situation.The Bournemouth forward is expected to attract significant attention once the market opens, especially with a release clause active early in the month.Semenyo, who committed to a long-term deal with Bournemouth last summer, has a £65 million buyout clause that can be triggered during the first two