Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has appealed to Ghanaians to continue praying for the national team as they prepare for three crucial group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking during a send-off event in Alexandria, Virginia, before the team's departure to Rhode Island, Ayew acknowledged the magnitude of the task facing Ghana in Group L.The Black Stars will open their campaign against Panama on June 17 before taking on England on June 23 and Croatia on June 27."We

One of Ghana's Group L opponents at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, England, are placing a strong emphasis on team unity as they chase a first World Cup title in 60 years.The Three Lions begin their campaign against Croatia next Wednesday before taking on the Black Stars on June 23 in Arlington, Texas.Midfielder Jude Bellingham believes England have learned valuable lessons from their disappointing Euro 2024 campaign, where they reached the final but lost to Spain.The Real Madrid

Canada have been dealt a significant early blow with captain and Alphonso Davies ruled out of their World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina, head coach Jesse Marsch has confirmed.The Bayern Munich left-back, who picked up a hamstring injury during the Champions League semi-final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on May 6, will not feature as Canada begin their campaign on June 12.Daviesâ?? fitness had dominated discussions since he reported for international duty on June

Thomas Partey seems to have discovered his hidden talent after going behind the camera following Ghana's arrival in Rhode Island for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars arrived on Thursday to begin their official camping ahead of their three group matches at the tournament.The 32-year-old midfielder, who will be a key figure for the Black Stars, was spotted in a light moment as he showed his skills behind the lenses.Partey captured his teammates and officials of the Black

Finnish Veikkausliiga club VPS Palloseura have completed the signing of promising Ghanaian midfielder Maxwell Oduro on a three-year contract.The 19-year-old joins the Vaasa-based club from Ghanaian outfit Benab FC after VPS exercised an option following a lengthy scouting and recruitment process.Oduro's arrival forms part of a new player scouting partnership that helped identify the talented youngster.VPS Sporting Director Tommi Pikkarainen has urged patience as the teenager

Aduana FC have appointed experienced Ghanaian trainer Samuel Boadu as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season, the club announced on Friday.The Dormaa-based club confirmed the appointment on Friday, ending weeks of speculation surrounding the future of the former Hearts of Oak and Berekum Chelsea tactician.Boadu joins the Ogya Boys following the expiration of his contract with Berekum Chelsea, where he guided the club through the second half of the

Aduana FC have officially appointed experienced Ghanaian trainer Samuel Boadu as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.The Dormaa-based club confirmed the appointment on Friday, ending weeks of speculation surrounding the future of the former Hearts of Oak and Berekum Chelsea tactician.Boadu joins the Ogya Boys following the expiration of his contract with Berekum Chelsea, where he guided the club through the second half of the 2025/26 campaign.His

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Kurt Okraku has issued a passionate call for unity and belief as the Black Stars prepare for their fifth appearance on football's biggest stage.Speaking at the team's official send-off ceremony ahead of the tournament, Okraku challenged Ghanaians to rally behind the national team and embrace the possibility of achieving something special.Addressing players, officials and supporters, the GFA President delivered a simple

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has set an ambitious tone ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Black Stars are not participating to make up the numbers but to compete for the ultimate prize.Speaking at a farewell dinner for the team at the Hilton Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday, Okraku expressed strong belief in the squadâ??s potential to challenge the worldâ??s best.â??We strongly believe in this team, and we know

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has voiced strong belief in the Black Starsâ?? chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the squad is driven by hunger and determination to make the nation proud.Speaking at a farewell dinner for the team at the Hilton Hotel in Alexandria, Virginia, on Wednesday, Okraku said he remains upbeat about Ghanaâ??s prospects in Group L, even as the team prepares to face tough opposition.He told members of the Ghanaian

Morocco defender Nayef Aguerd has expressed his disappointment after being ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The experienced centre-back will miss the global showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico after failing to reach full match fitness in time for the competition. The Marseille defender becomes the latest major injury blow for Morocco, joining winger Abdessamad Ezzalzouli on the list of players unavailable for the tournament.Aguerd had been engaged in a race against

Former Swedish football icon Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists the Black Stars can upset England and Croatia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The global showpiece officially kick-started on Thursday, June 11, 2026, with Ghana expected to open their account against Panama on July 17.Ghana are set for their fifth World Cup appearance, after booking a place for the expanded tournament co-hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.The West African football heavyweights are paired in Group L

Ghana's national football team, the Black Stars, have arrived in Providence, Rhode Island, marking the beginning of the final phase of their preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The squad departed Virginia on Thursday afternoon and touched down at T.F. Green International Airport at approximately 6:00 p.m., bringing an end to a productive week-long training camp in the Washington area.The Black Stars will use Bryant University in Smithfield as their official base camp,

Real Betis winger Abdessamad Ezzalzouli has broken his silence after being ruled out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, calling on Moroccans to stand united behind the Atlas Lions.The 24-year-old suffered a knee injury during Morocco's 1-1 warm-up draw against Norway, forcing him off at halftime.Medical checks later confirmed the injury would require several weeks of recovery, making participation in the tournament unrealistic. Amine Sbai was called up from the standby list as his

Ghana's government says it has not received any official information indicating that Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey has been denied a visa to enter Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The clarification was provided by Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams amid growing reports suggesting that the Villarreal midfielder could face travel restrictions for Ghana's group stage fixture against Panama, which is scheduled to be played in Canada on June 17.Speaking to Joy

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes centre stage across the globe, SuperSport is set to redefine morning television with the launch of The Morning Cup. This brand-new, live daily broadcast, which premiered on Wednesday, June 10, is an electrifying collision of football, culture, music, entertainment, and unapologetic conversation.Anchored by dynamic SuperSport presenters Lwazi Ziqubu and Fiso Mazibuko, the main studio boasts a formidable, pan-African roster of co-hosts.Bringing

Ghana's Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has revealed that Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey encountered difficulties in securing a visa to the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The revelation comes amid reports suggesting the Villarreal midfielder could face travel complications for Ghana's Group Stage fixture against Panama in Canada on June 17.Speaking in an interview with Joy News, the Sports Minister clarified that while Partey previously

Former Germany international Jerome Boateng has delivered a scathing assessment of South Africaâ??s performance following their 2-0 defeat to Mexico in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday night.Bafana Bafana endured a difficult start to their campaign as Mexico capitalised on defensive lapses to secure a comfortable victory. Goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez, scored in each half, ensured the hosts collected all

Morocco and Brazil are set to begin their campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in a tricky Group C encounter at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on Saturday, June 13.The highly anticipated clash pits one of footballâ??s most successful nations against a Morocco side that captured global attention with their historic run to the semi-finals at the 2022 World Cup.With both teams entering the tournament in impressive form, the contest promises to be one of the standout fixtures of the

African football legend, Mohamed Aboutrika, has indicated that he was not surprised South Africa suffered a defeat to Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Bafana Bafana lost 2-0 to the co-host on Thursday at the Estadio Azteca, in a contest that produced three red cards; two to South Africa and one to Mexico.Analysing the match at full-time, Aboutrika blamed the defeat on Hugo Broos, insisting that the starting eleven of the coach was not the best.â??Heâ??s