Ivory Coast booked their place in the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history after a 2-0 victory over Curacao on Thursday, inspired by a clinical brace from Nicolas Pepe.The result confirmed the Elephantsâ?? progression from Group E and marked a significant milestone for the team as they continue their strong run in the tournament.From the opening stages at Lincoln Financial Field, Ivory Coast showed greater control and attacking intent,

The official vehicle partner of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), JAC Motors, has adjudged Thomas Partey as the Man of the Match following his outstanding performance against England in Ghana's second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Partey returned to the Black Stars starting lineup for the crucial encounter in Boston after missing the opening game against Panama due to visa issues.The midfielder played the entire duration of the match as Carlos Queiroz's

Ghanaian striker Abraham Kisseih has reached a preliminary agreement with Fidelis Andria and will join the Serie D club for the 2026/27 season.Fidelis Andria have moved to strengthen their attack with the arrival of Ghanaian striker Abraham Kisseih, who has reached a preliminary agreement with the Italian club for the 2026/27 season. The 2003-born forward is regarded as a promising young player with pace, stamina and a strong work rate, qualities that should help him settle quickly

South Africa head coach Hugo Broos expressed immense pride and joy after his side secured a historic 1-0 victory over South Korea to reach the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in the nation's history.Thapelo Maseko's goal proved to be the golden ticket, sending Bafana Bafana through to the Round of 32, where they will face Canada on Sunday, June 28.Speaking to Fox Sports after the match, the Belgian tactician struggled to contain his emotions as

KF Vllaznia have confirmed the signing of Ghanaian defender Randy Dwumfour, who joins the Albanian side with experience, strength, and ambitions in Europe.KF Vllaznia have officially welcomed Ghanaian defender Randy Dwumfour to the club, adding another option to their squad as they prepare for the new season and upcoming UEFA Conference League action. The Albanian side announced the move on its official channels, describing Dwumfour as a player who brings physical presence, dynamism,

Ghana forward Inaki Williams says he is determined to score his first goal at the 2026 FIFA World Cup when the Black Stars face Croatia in their decisive final Group L encounter.The Athletic Club striker missed Ghanaâ??s opening match against Panama but returned to the starting lineup for the high-profile clash against England.With Ghana now preparing for a crucial showdown against Croatia, Inaki Williams has admitted he is eager to make a bigger attacking impact in front of

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has expressed confidence that the Black Stars can defeat Croatia, progress to the knockout stages and even reach the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ablakwa made the bold prediction during a visit to Ghana's training camp in Rhode Island on Thursday as part of a high-powered government delegation led by Ghana's Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Smith.The delegation, which also included Sports and Recreation Minister

Businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama has pledged a special bonus to the Black Stars if they defeat Croatia and qualify for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Mahama made the promise during a visit to the team's training camp in Rhode Island on Thursday as part of a high-powered government delegation led by Ghana's Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Smith.The delegation also included Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams and Foreign Affairs

President John Dramani Mahama has prepared a "special package" for the Black Stars in recognition of their performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.Ablakwa announced during a visit to the team's camp in Rhode Island on Thursday as part of a high-powered government delegation led by Ghana's Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Smith.The delegation, which also included Sports and Recreation Minister

Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has urged the Black Stars to draw strength from the unwavering support of Ghanaians as they prepare for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L clash against Croatia.Addressing the players during a government visit to the team's camp in Rhode Island on Thursday, Adams reminded the squad that the entire country would be behind them when they step onto the pitch on Saturday."As I always tell you, when you throw your leg, know

A high-powered Ghanaian government delegation on Thursday visited the Black Stars camp in Rhode Island to congratulate the team on their impressive FIFA World Cup campaign and deliver a message of support from President John Dramani Mahama ahead of Saturday's decisive Group L clash against Croatia.The delegation was led by Ghana's Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Smith, and included Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams, Minister for Foreign Affairs

Mexico completed a flawless group-stage campaign with a commanding 3-0 win over the Czech Republic, sealing maximum points and easing into the Round of 32. What should have been a night of unrestrained celebration quickly descended into panic, however, after celebrations in Cabo San Lucas were shattered by a violent incident in the streets.Thousands of supporters had gathered across Baja California Sur, with roads closed off as fans poured into the area to mark Mexicoâ??s dominant

Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has just expressed reservations about how players exit the national team, arguing that André "Dede" Ayew should have been included in the squad for the 2026 World Cup.Speaking to Joy Sports, Kingston pointed out that the current approach to phasing out senior players lacks empathy, contrastingly praising how countries like Mexico manage their football icons during transition periods.Kingston drew a contrast between Ghana's

South Africa will face Canada in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating South Korea 1-0 in their final group-stage match.The Bafana Bafana secured qualification after finishing second in Group A behind Mexico, completing an impressive recovery after losing their opening game of the tournament.Hugo Broosâ?? side entered the decisive clash against South Korea needing victory to progress and produced a disciplined performance to seal all three points and book

Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi says the Atlas Lions are proud of their progress at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after securing qualification to the Round of 32 with victory over Haiti.The North Africans booked their place in the knockout stages following another impressive performance, but Hakimi admitted the game proved far more difficult than many expected.Morocco struggled to settle into the match during the opening stages as Haiti pressed aggressively and caused several problems with

DR Congo head coach Sébastien Desabre has admitted his side must take risks in their final Group K match against Uzbekistan if they are to keep their hopes of reaching the Round of 32 alive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Leopards suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Colombia on Wednesday, June 24, in a difficult encounter that further complicated their qualification chances ahead of the final round of group-stage fixtures.Despite the disappointing result, Desabre remained realistic

Former Iran international Sadegh Varmiziar has declared his outfit upcoming 2026 World Cup clash against Egypt as a â??life or deathâ?? affair as the battle for knockout stage heats up.Egypt will face Iran on Saturday morning in the third round of Group G, with both sides approaching the fixture from very different positions in the standings and momentum.The Pharaohs arrive full of confidence after securing a historic 3â??1 victory over New Zealand in their second group

Ghanaian clubs, Medeama SC and Nations FC will discover their opponents for the preliminary round of the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup in August.The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to organize the draw ceremony in Morocco, where clubs across the continent will be paired for the preliminary rounds of both the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.For Medeama SC, the Ghana Premier League champions, the draw

Confederation of African Football (CAF) is set to conduct the official draw for next seasonâ??s CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.The draw has been scheduled for August 2026, with Morocco expected to host the much-anticipated draw, where clubs will get to know their opponents for the preliminary round of matches.The decision underlines CAFâ??s continued preference for Morocco as a host nation for major football events, driven by the countryâ??s modern infrastructure,

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has admitted it is still too early to determine whether first-choice goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi will be available for the Black Stars' final Group L game at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after missing the crucial clash against England.Ati-Zigi was absent as Ghana produced a disciplined defensive performance to hold England to a goalless draw, a result that strengthened the Black Stars' hopes of progressing to the Round of 32.Speaking at his