Minority leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin beleives the Black Stars can surpass expectations ahead of the 2026 World Cup if they are well motivated. Ghana will come up against Panama, England and Croatia in Group L in the Mundial slated to be hosted across the USA, Canada and Mexico this summer.With expectations low ahead of the tournament, the Minority Leader said Ghana possesses the quality and talent needed to make a significant impact at the tournament in North America.He, however,

Senegal is preparing a bid to host the 2032 Africa Cup of Nations following comments made by the countryâ??s Minister for Youth and Sport, Khady Diene Gaye, before the National Assembly on Monday.According to local media reports, the minister clarified that 2032 refers to the intended hosting year for the tournament and not the deadline for submitting the countryâ??s bid dossier.â??Senegal is indeed preparing its bid dossier in order to host the Africa Cup of Nations in

Black Starlets have arrived in Rabat ahead of the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations and immediately began preparations for the tournament with their first training session on Monday.After reaching the Moroccan capital, the team took part in the mandatory Team Arrival Meeting organised by tournament officials. The session focused on competition regulations, tournament structure, marketing activities, digital media responsibilities and the expected conduct of team officials during the

Former Spain captain Sergio Ramos is close to buying his boyhood club Sevilla after reaching an agreement with the clubâ??s main shareholders alongside investment group Five Eleven Capital, according to Spanish media reports.Spanish newspaper El Pais reported that the proposed deal is worth around 400 million euros ($470 million) and would hand the group control of about 80% of Sevillaâ??s shares at an estimated 3,500 euros per share.The transaction must still receive approval

Chelsea have emerged as the frontrunners in the race to sign highly rated Ghanaian striker Robinho Yao Gavi, who is set to lead the Black Starlets' attack at the upcoming U-17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.The 16-year-old goal poacher has been on the radar of European scouts for months, with the Blues' recruitment team tracking his progress through Ghana's youth setup.Reports indicate that Chelsea have positioned themselves as the favourites ahead of Italian side

Grazer AK defender Beres Owusu has opened up about his playing style, describing himself as a calm and committed defender who thrives on good football.The 22-year-old, who plays in the Austrian Bundesliga, shared insights into his approach on the pitch in an interview with JoySports."As a defender, I am very calm on the ball, and when given everything, I give it my all when on the pitch. I like it when we play good football," Owusu said.The French-born defender, who harbours

The Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG) and the Kwesi Nyantakyi Foundation will embark on a special outreach programme at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison on Thursday, May 21, 2026.The initiative is expected to combine football, entertainment and social support as part of efforts to engage and inspire inmates through sports and community activities.One of the major highlights of the visit will be a football match involving

Austrian Bundesliga defender Beres Owusu says representing Ghana would mean more than just football, describing it as a symbol of pride, culture, and identity.The Grazer AK centre-back, born in France to Ghanaian parents, says his upbringing ensured he remained deeply connected to Ghana despite spending his early years abroad.Speaking to JoySports journalist Joseph Ayinga-Walter, Owusu revealed that wearing the Black Stars jersey has been a dream he has carried since childhood."For

Ghana international Thomas Partey is expected to leave Villarreal CF at the end of the season after the club reportedly decided against extending his stay.Partey joined the Spanish outfit last year following the expiration of his contract with Arsenal FC. The experienced midfielder signed a one-year deal that included an option for an additional season.However, the 31-year-old has struggled to establish himself as a regular starter during his time at Villarreal, largely due to fitness

Medeama Sporting Club head coach Ibrahim Tanko has made it clear that his side will not relent in their pursuit of the Ghana Premier League title, insisting that the job is not yet done despite holding a two-point lead at the top.Speaking after Medeama's hard-fought 1-0 away win over Basake Holy Stars, Tanko stressed that his players must remain focused until the very last match."We have to go till the end to be sure that we have won the league. So definitely, we are going

Medeama Sporting Club coach Ibrahim Tanko has commended his players for managing the intense pressure that comes with chasing the 2025-2026 Ghana Premier League title.The Mauve and Yellow hold a two-point lead at the top of the standings over Bibiani Gold Stars with three games remaining in the season.Medeama recently secured a crucial 1-0 away win over Basake Holy Stars, despite standout midfielder Salim Adams missing a penalty kick attempt, to maintain their position at the summit.Speaking

Ghanaian music duo DopeNation will headline a live performance at the TnA Stadium on Sunday before Medeama SCâ??s decisive Ghana Premier League matchday 33 encounter against Heart of Lions.The highly anticipated showdown comes at a crucial stage of the season with Medeama pushing strongly for the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title.The Tarkwa-based club announced the special pre-match entertainment package on Monday as part of efforts to create a vibrant atmosphere and rally supporters

Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has described Ghanaâ??s opening match against Panama as the most crucial fixture for the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The four-time African champions have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, Croatia and England.Speaking on World Cup Central on Channel One TV, Gyan said Ghanaâ??s chances of progressing from the group could largely depend on the outcome of the opening game.â??This is the most important game we have in

Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey is set to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup after leaving Fiorentina following the mutual termination of his contract.The 25-year-old suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury in his left knee in September, just weeks after joining the Italian side from Brighton & Hove Albion.Lamptey made only two appearances for Fiorentina before the injury setback, both coming as substitute outings against Napoli and Como.The Ghana international picked

The Ghana Football Association has announced the live broadcast selection for Matchday 33 of the Ghana Premier League, with the crucial relegation battle between Nations FC and Vision FC selected for coverage.The match will be played on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese-Kumasi with kickoff scheduled for 15:00 GMT.Fans can watch the game live on TV3 and Onua TV, with additional streaming available on the Adesa+ platform and Max TV.The fixture

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed that Ghanaâ??s national amputee football team, the Black Challenge, will participate in the 2026 WAFF Amputee Football World Cup in Mexico.The tournament will be staged in San Juan de los Lagos from November 13 to 22, 2026, and will feature 24 countries from across the world.Ghana secured qualification for the expanded global tournament alongside six other African nations.The GFA said it will continue working together with the

Carlos Queiroz and his Black Stars technical team have intensified preparations ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an extensive month-long programme focused on scouting, tactical analysis and player monitoring.Between April 11 and May 11, the technical department carried out a detailed workload aimed at ensuring Ghana are fully prepared for the tournament in North America.The initiative forms part of efforts to establish a more data-driven and detail-oriented structure within

Ghana FA vice president Mark Addo has praised the Black Princesses following their qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup in Poland.The Black Princesses secured qualification to their eighth straight tournament after defeating Uganda 3-2 on aggregate following a 1-1 draw in Kampala.The team received a warm welcome upon their arrival in Accra after booking a place at the tournament for the eighth consecutive time.Speaking after the teamâ??s return, Addo praised

FIFA Chief of Global Football Development, Arsène Wenger, has shed light on the rationale behind the selection of former Ghana head coach Otto Addo and other football figures for the Technical Study Group (TSG) ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Otto Addo joins a high-profile panel that includes Tobin Heath, Jürgen Klinsmann, Jayne Ludlow, Michael Oâ??Neill, Gilberto Silva, Jon Dahl Tomasson, Paulo Wanchope, Aron Winter, and Pablo Zabaleta.The group will work under the leadership

Dutch-Ghanaian winger Leeroy Owusu struck late to salvage a point for OB Odense at Randers in the Danish Superliga. The 29-year-old fired home after receiving a pass from Fiete Arp with 15 minutes remaining.OB were reduced to ten men early in the match after Vijar Mhyra was sent of on the half-hour mark, twenty-two minutes after Arp had opened the scoring with a beautiful freekick.The hosts levelled in the second half through Nikolas Dyhr before Thibaut Klidje gave them the lead