Former Black Stars head coach James Kwesi Appiah believes Ghana must approach the 2026 World Cup with total readiness.From the first day of camp, he wants the players sharp in body and strong in mind, with a clear hunger to win at every stage.The experienced tactician, now handling Sudanâ??s national team, shared his thoughts during an interview on Akoma FM. Appiah stressed that preparation should go beyond tactics and team selection. For him, fitness, focus, and belief must

Former Ghana forward Derek Boateng says Stephen Appiah set the standard for leadership during his time as Black Stars captain, describing him as a player who led by example on and off the pitch.Speaking to Sporty FM, Boateng praised Appiahâ??s work ethic and authority within the national team, noting that his influence shaped Ghanaâ??s most successful modern era.Appiah is widely hailed as the greatest Black Stars captain of all time and remains the first skipper to lead Ghana

Former Black Stars midfielder Derek Boateng believes injuries played a decisive role in denying Ghana major silverware during Stephen Appiahâ??s time as captain.Boateng said the national team consistently performed at its highest level whenever Appiah was fully fit, describing the former Juventus midfielder as central to both structure and leadership.According to him, Appiahâ??s influence went beyond tactics, shaping the mentality of the squad during Ghanaâ??s strongest

Former Black Stars head coach James Kwesi Appiah is confident the team will impress at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking to Akoma FM, the Ghanaian tactician, who is currently in charge of Sudanâ??s national team, backed the Black Stars to progress from their group and go far in the tournament.â??All the teams in the group are beatable, and a team in the World Cup canâ??t be underrated. We pray that our players donâ??t sustain any injuries before or during the stages.

Las Vegas Lights FC Sporting Director Gianleonardo Neglia has expressed strong enthusiasm about how well Ghanaian midfielder Abraham Okyere fits the clubâ??s playing identity.Okyere arrives in Las Vegas after an impressive 2025 season in Finlandâ??s Veikkausliiga, where he made 32 appearances, scored once, and added an assist for FC Haka.Known as a dynamic midfielder comfortable in possession, he is expected to strengthen the Lightsâ?? options in the middle of the park.â??Weâ??re

Ghanaian midfielder Abraham Okyere has joined Las Vegas Lights FC from Finnish top-flight side FC Haka, signing a deal that runs through the 2027 season with a club option for 2028.The 23-year-old becomes the latest addition to Head Coach Devin Rensingâ??s squad as the club continues to build for the upcoming USL Championship campaign.â??Okyere arrives in Las Vegas after an impressive 2025 season in Finlandâ??s Veikkausliiga, where he made 32 appearances, scored once, and

Bechem United assistant coach Mallam Yahaya has acknowledged the impressive form of Swedru All Blacks but insists his side has what it takes to take all three points from their upcoming Ghana Premier League encounter.The struggling Hunters will host All Blacks on Saturday, December 20, in a Week 15 fixture of the ongoing 2025/26 Ghanaian top-flight league.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Mallam Yahaya described All Blacks as a good side, but stressed his teamâ??s determination

Bechem United midfielder Emmanuel Sefa has promised supporters a win in their next Ghana Premier League encounter against Swedru All Blacks.Speaking in a pre-match interview ahead of the Week 15 fixture, Sefa stressed that the Hunters are not scared of the opponent despite their impressive form in the last five matches.â??Last week we won, and so this week we are all determined to pick another three points. We are working hard, and we want to get a win in the next game. We are

The head coach of Swedru All Blacks, Ahmed Fathi, has stated that his team is determined to secure a good result in their next Ghana Premier League fixture against Bechem United. All Blacks are travelling to Bechem this weekend and will take on the Hunters in a Week 15 fixture scheduled for Saturday, December 20.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Coach Ahmed Fathi disclosed that his team has been working on correcting their mistakes and improving this week.He assured supporters

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has criticized Kobbie Mainooâ??s brother as speculation over the midfielderâ??s potential move away from Old Trafford intensifies.Mainoo, 20, who is of Ghanaian descent, has struggled for playing time under manager Ruben Amorim this season. He has featured in just 11 Premier League matches, all as a substitute, prompting discussions over a possible January transfer.The controversy escalated earlier this week when Mainooâ??s brother, Jordan,

Bechem United assistant coach Mallam Yahaya is optimistic that the teamâ??s form in the Ghana Premier League will improve in the upcoming matches.According to him, the teamâ??s performance has improved in the last few games, with players now determined to fight for the three points in every game.Mallam Yahaya believes that if the team can better their goal scoring, they will win a lot of games.â??Our players are now determined to fight. The only thing left now is our goal

Everton are reportedly ready to pursue a loan deal for Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as the January transfer window approaches, with the 20-year-old eager for regular playing time.Mainoo, who is of Ghanaian descent, has struggled for minutes at Old Trafford this season, appearing only 11 times in the Premier League, all as a substitute.His limited opportunities have intensified speculation over a move away from United, as he looks to secure consistent first-team football.Journalist

With the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) set to kick off on Sunday, African footballâ??s biggest stage once again turns to a tournament rich in history. As 24 teams prepare to compete, the following records stand as enduring benchmarks of excellence at the AFCON finals.Most AFCON appearances (8 tournaments)Rigobert Song (Cameroon)Ahmed Hassan (Egypt)Andre Ayew (Ghana)Youssef Msakni (Tunisia)Most matches played at AFCON finals (36 matches)Rigobert Song (Cameroon)Andre Ayew

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a record 20 media rights partnerships covering more than 30 European territories for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), significantly expanding the tournamentâ??s reach across the continent.The tournament will kick off on Sunday, December 21, 2025, in Morocco, and the new broadcast agreements will ensure the competition is accessible to millions of viewers across Europe. CAF says the record number of partnerships

Former Ghana international, Derek Boateng, beleives England is afraid of playing against the Black Stars in the upcoming 2026 World Cup.The West African country will come up against the Three Lions in their second Group L game in Boston after facing Panama in their opener, before concluding their group game against Croatia.Speaking in an interview, Boateng, who played at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, beleives Thomas Tuchel and his side are afraid of playing against Ghana."England

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has hinted that teh FA will decide on Francis Abu's chances of playing at the 2026 World Cup. The Toulouse FC midfielder is currently recovering from a horrific ankle injury he suffered in Black Stars' friendly game against Japan last month.Abu suffered two fractured bones after an awkward twist while attempting to block a shot," Asante Twum said in an interview with

Former Ghana star William Tierro has kicked against the inclusion of England-born duo Eddie Nketiah and Hudson Odoi in the Black Stars squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament to be held in the USA, Canada and Mexico.The inclusion of Nketiah and Hudson-Odoi in the Black Stars for the global showpiece has taken centre stage, with some arguing that players who didn't contribute during the qualifiers should not earn a place in the Ghana squad for tournament, while others

Former Ghana international William Kwabena Tierro has warned the Black Stars not to underestimate Panama ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.The West African football heavyweights has been paired in Group L giants European giants, England, 2018 World Cup finalist, Croatia and Panama at the mundial, following the draw in Washington on December 5, 2025.The 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format,

Former Ghana international William Kwabena Tierro has described the Black Starsâ?? 2026 World cup group as a tough one.Following the draw in Washington on December 5, the West African football heavyweights has been paired in Group L giants European giants, England, 2018 World Cup finalist, Croatia and Panama.The 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s nine

Ghanaian giants Hearts OF Oak have been boosted by the return of their captain Benjamin Asare ahead of their blockbuster clash against Aduana FC.The Phobians will travel to face Aduana FC on Sunday, December 21, 2025 in matchday 15 of the Ghana Premier League, to be held at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park.The Black Stars first-choice shot stopper succumbed to injury early November and has since not featured for the Phobians, who have been inconsistent in the Ghanaian top-flight.As the