Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has issued an emotional appeal to Ghanaians, calling for unity and unwavering support for the national team ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Panama.In a statement titled â??My People,â? the Ghana legend described the Black Stars as the nationâ??s pride and â??only product,â? congratulating the 26-man squad selected for the tournament and expressing confidence in their ability to represent the

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Ibrahim Sannie Daara has appealed for calm and positivity in the public discourse surrounding the Black Stars ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Panama.Ghana, making their fifth appearance at the global tournament, are in Group L and begin their campaign on Wednesday at BMO Field in Toronto.The Black Stars head into the game without a win in their last six preparatory matches, but Daara believes the mood

Former Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Ibrahim Sannie Daara, has called on the Black Stars to make a winning start to their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign by defeating Panama in their opening Group L fixture.Ghana, four-time African champions, will open their tournament against the Central American side on Wednesday, June 17, at BMO Field in Toronto.Daara believes an early victory is vital, especially given the teamâ??s mixed build-up to the competition,

Real Madrid have completed the signing of highly rated Ghanaian youngster Clifford Nana, with the 16-year-old winger taking another major step in his promising football journey.The talented attacker joins the Spanish giants after previously spending time in Barcelonaâ??s famed La Masia academy, making the move one of the most eye-catching transfers involving a young Ghanaian prospect in recent years.Nanaâ??s arrival at Real Madrid is being viewed as a significant vote of confidence

Confederation of African Football (CAF) Media Officer Ibrahim Sannie Daara has urged Africans not to allow xenophobic tensions in South Africa to influence their support for Bafana Bafana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking in an interview with Kafui Dey, the former Ghana Football Association Communications Director said he understood why some Africans supported Mexico during South Africa's opening match, but insisted football should remain a symbol of continental unity."There

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is expected to learn his immediate World Cup fate on Tuesday as a Canadian Federal Court hears his appeal against a visa denial that has prevented him from joining the Black Stars camp ahead of their opening match against Panama.The hearing is scheduled for 9:00am local time in Canada, which corresponds to 1:00pm Ghana time, with Ghanaian football fans anxiously awaiting the outcome.Partey has been unable to enter Canada after authorities denied him

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey is expected to appear before a Canadian Federal Court on Tuesday in a bid to overturn a visa denial that has prevented him from joining the Black Stars ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The hearing, scheduled for 13:00 GMT, comes after Canadian authorities refused the 33-year-old entry into the country due to ongoing legal proceedings in the United Kingdom.Partey has been charged with seven counts of rape and one count of assault

Tunisia have officially confirmed the appointment of French tactician Herve Renard as the new head coach of the national team following the dismissal of Sabri Lamouchi after the Carthage Eagles' heavy 5-1 defeat to Sweden at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.In a statement released on Tuesday, the Tunisian Football Federation announced that Renard will lead the national team for the remainder of the World Cup campaign and will begin his duties immediately."The Tunisian Football

Live sport will be more accessible than ever as SportyTV is added to DStv and GOtv bouquets across Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana.The 24/7 sports channel will deliver around 750 live sporting events every year on DStv Access and GOtv Value, one of the most affordable ways to watch live sport alongside local and international entertainment, kids' content and streaming - all in one package.SportyTV combines world-class football, basketball

Panama midfielder Carlos Harvey has identified Ghana's pace and physical strength as key threats ahead of Wednesday's FIFA World Cup Group L encounter in Toronto.The Minnesota United midfielder was speaking as Panama continued preparations for their first-ever World Cup match, with the Central American side set to face the Black Stars in a highly anticipated opener.Harvey acknowledged the quality within the Ghana squad and called on his teammates to remain focused throughout

Panama defender Andres Andrade has admitted his side faces a difficult challenge against Ghana but insists the Central Americans are well prepared for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The two nations will meet in their Group L opener at Toronto Stadium on Wednesday, with both teams eager to make a strong start to their campaigns.Speaking after Panama's training session on Monday, Andrade revealed the squad has spent considerable time studying Ghana's strengths

The Black Stars of Ghana have touched down in Toronto as preparations intensify ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.ð???ð?¾ Hello, Toronto! ð??¨ð??¦#BlackStars | #FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/siqoCh7nDK— ð??¬ð??­ Black Stars (@GhanaBlackstars) June 16, 2026 The team arrived on Monday after departing their training base in Rhode Island, where they had been fine-tuning their build-up since the international friendly against Wales

Black Stars Carlos Queiroz has projected confidence ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener, insisting his side are prepared to secure victory against Panama in their first Group L fixture.The match is set for Wednesday, June 17, at BMO Field, where Ghana begin their campaign with expectations of a strong start despite an uneven build-up to the tournament.Preparations for the four-time African champions have been far from ideal, with limited friendly matches and concerns over the fitness

Assistant coach of the Ghana national football team, Desmond Ofei, has expressed confidence that the team will give everything needed to secure victory over Panama in their opening group match.Ghana, aiming to reach the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time since 2010, have been placed in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama.Despite questions surrounding their form in the build-up and the absence of some key players, Ofei insists the squad remains focused

Former Ghana Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has raised concerns over the Black Starsâ?? chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying he is not fully convinced by the current squad.Ghana, set for their fifth appearance at the global showpiece, have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia and Panama, with expectations high that the team can finally progress beyond the group stage for the first time since 2010.But Vanderpuye believes the team lacks the stability

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has called on the Senegalese diaspora in North America to rally behind the Teranga Lions as they prepare for their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against France on Tuesday.The one-time African champions will compete without their traditional travelling supporters after visa restrictions made it difficult for many Senegal-based fans to attend the tournament in the United States.Speaking ahead of the Group I encounter at MetLife Stadium in New

Portugal begin another quest for World Cup glory when they face DR Congo in their opening Group K fixture at NRG Stadium in Houston on Wednesday, June 17.While Portugal arrive in the United States as one of the tournament favourites, DR Congo return to football's biggest stage for the first time in more than five decades, hoping to make a statement on their long-awaited comeback.Portugal Eye Strong Start to World Cup CampaignFew teams enter the 2026 World Cup in better form

Carlos Queiroz is poised to enter the history books this week as one of footballâ??s most enduring World Cup figures, even though he remains one tournament short of matching the record for most consecutive appearances by a coach.The veteran Portuguese tactician takes charge of Ghana as they open their Group L campaign against Panama in Toronto on Wednesday, adding another chapter to a global coaching career that has spanned more than four decades.Queirozâ??s World Cup journey

Defending champions Argentina begin their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a Group J clash against Algeria in Kansas City on Wednesday, June 17.Lionel Scaloni's side look to take the first step towards retaining the trophy they won in Qatar four years ago.With Austria and Jordan also in Group J, both nations know that a positive start could prove crucial in the race for a place in the knockout stages.Argentina Begin Title DefenceArgentina arrive at the tournament among the

Croatia midfielder Nikola Moro believes England is the strongest side in Group L, but Ghana and Panama cannot be underestimated. The 2022 World Cup semi-finalist will face England in Group L's opener before engaging Panama and Ghana later on.Ahead of Wednesday's game, Moro - who plies his trade in Italy for Bologna - admits it will be a tough match against England."The English have players who play big games, they have intensity and they have exceptional players