Spartak Trnava have bolstered their defence with the signing of 22-year-old Ghanaian centre-back Ivan Anokye Mensah, who has agreed a contract running until 2029.Mensah returns to Slovak football after spells with Zilina and Banska Bystrica and spent last season with Sparta Pragueâ??s B team, where he also earned a first-team league appearance. According to Spartak Trnava the young defender brings familiarity with the league and a readiness to step into the squad, having already

Former England defender Gary Neville has suggested that Anthony Gordon is â??under the most pressureâ? to retain his place in the side after Englandâ??s 0-0 draw with Ghana in their second World Cup Group L match.Gordon, who joined Barcelona from Newcastle ahead of the tournament, started both group games but again struggled to influence proceedings as England were held by a disciplined Ghana side.England, led by Thomas Tuchel, dominated possession for long spells but

Former England midfielder Paul Merson has described Englandâ??s 0-0 draw with Ghana in the World Cup as a â??reality checkâ? for Thomas Tuchelâ??s side after they were frustrated in Group L.England, who had opened their campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia, were unable to break down a disciplined Ghana side in their second group match, leaving both teams well placed to progress but with clear questions over Englandâ??s attacking edge.â??Itâ??s back to reality.

England defender Harry Maguire has urged the Three Lions to remain focused on their long-term objectives after being held to a goalless draw by Ghana in their Group L clash at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The result in Boston ended England's perfect start to the tournament and continued a curious trend, with the Three Lions now drawing their second group-stage match at four consecutive major tournaments.Despite the disappointment of failing to break down Ghana's disciplined

French club OGC Nice have praised Ghana defender Kojo Peprah Oppong after his memorable FIFA World Cup debut against England.The 21-year-old was introduced in the 87th minute of Ghana's goalless draw with England, replacing Marvin Senaya as the Black Stars looked to preserve a valuable point in Group L.Despite his late arrival, Peprah Oppong made an immediate impact.With England pushing for a winner in the closing stages, the defender produced a vital goal-line clearance to