Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic will be counting on veteran midfielder Luka Modric to deliver the goods ahead of the World Cup. The 40-year-old AC Milan and Real Madrid legend is expected to lead the 2018 finalist at the tournament in North America.Modric played a huge role in arguably Croatia's most successful period in football after leading the small Eastern European nation to silver and bronze medals at the 2018 and 2022 World Cup respectively.At 40, there are questions over

The lawmaker representing Ideato North/Ideato South Federal Constituency in Imo State, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, has lost his bid to become the Minority Leader as the House barred first-term lawmakers from holding principal offices. The House passed the resolution at plenary on Wednesday following the adoption of a motion sponsored by lawmaker representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency of Lagos, Babajimi […] The post Ugochinyere

The Edo State Government has ordered the immediate closure of three secondary schools in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area following intelligence reports indicating credible security threats to students, staff, and surrounding communities. In a circular dated June 9, 2026, and signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Edo, Enodolomwanyi Otamere, the government directed […] The post Edo

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic insists Group L is one of the toughest ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The 2018 runners-up and 2022 bronze medalist have been draw alongside European heavyweights England, four-time African champions Ghana and Central Americans Panama."Our group is definitely one of the toughest in the tournament," Dalic told the media. Croatia arrived in the United States on Tuesday and immediately headed to their camp in Alexandria,

The women are among nearly two dozen people slated to be sent to a country where the U.S. government has advised “Do not travel for any reason.”

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has delivered an emotional rallying cry to Ghanaians ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, promising that the team will do everything possible to make the nation proud on football's biggest stage.

Morocco's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a major setback after the withdrawal of two key players, defender Nayef Aguerd and winger Abde Ezzalzouli, just days before the Atlas Lions begin their campaign against Brazil.The Moroccan Football Federation confirmed that both players will miss the tournament due to injury concerns, forcing head coach Mohamed Ouahbi into late changes to his final squad ahead of Sunday's crucial Group C opener.Aguerd, one

Hearts of Oak have announced The Hope Brand Ltd. as the club's new official kit partner ahead of the 2026/27 season.The partnership marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Phobians as they prepare for the upcoming campaign with a new supplier responsible for designing and producing the club's official kits.In a statement, Hearts said the collaboration combines the club's rich history with the innovation and ambition of a proudly Ghanaian company."This partnership

Haiti’s achievement in qualifying for the World Cup amid ongoing turmoil in the Caribbean nation is one of the most inspiring stories of this year’s tournament, and the team are now hoping to make a real impact in the United States as they prepare for their opening game. Ranked 83rd in the world, Haiti face […] The post Haiti hoping to do their country proud and upset

Egypt goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy has predicted the North Africans will face a tough test when they come up against Belgium in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on June 15th. The Pharaohs will kick off their Group G campaign at Seattle Stadium. Egypt will be making their fourth appearance in the global stage having qualified three […] The post Egypt goalkeeper confident ahead

Former Ghana international Godwin Attram has thrown his support behind the central defensive partnership of Jonas Adjetey and Jerome Opoku, insisting the duo can anchor the teamâ??s backline heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The pair were handed their first outing together during Ghanaâ??s recent friendly against Wales last month, a match staged as part of preparations for the tournament in North America.Their inclusion came amid injury setbacks to key defenders Mohammed

Exactly four years after Argentina’s triumph over France in Qatar, a new FIFA World Cup cycle is set to kick off today as the torch is lit for the commencement of the 2026 edition. Mexico, Canada and the United States of America are jointly hosting the championship. Characteristically, it will be preceded by a lively … The post Estadio Azteca roars today …as 2026 World Cup kicks

No drainage system, no matter how well designed, can evacuate all water during extreme high-intensity rainfall events

The government has begun efforts to help Ghanaians in the diaspora secure tickets to support the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a statement, the Ghana High Commission in Canada said it had been directed by the Ministry of Sports and Recreation to collect details of Ghanaians in Canada who want to … The post Govt begins ticket drive for diaspora fans appeared first on Ghanaian

The Commonwealth Games Association (CGA), Ghana, has confirmed participation at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with a team of high-performing athletes set to represent the nation from July 23 to August 2.  Mr Richard Akpokavie, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee and CGA Ghana, said Team Ghana would comprise athletes capable of competing for podium finishes.  Ghana is expected to field … The post Ghana

Young, enterprising table tennis prodigy, James Marfo, puts up a dominant performance to emerge the winner of the Men Singles event of the 2026 Damba Table Tennis Championship that ended last weekend. Marfo delivered a commanding performance to defeat Ali Mohammed in a thrilling final that kept fans cheering throughout the period. The victory capped … The post Marfo, Borteye excel in 2026 Damba ping

Organisers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics said yesterday they will open a second public ticket sale from August 10-20 ?after selling more than 4 million tickets in an initial release. LA28 said residents of the Los Angeles and Oklahoma City areas bought nearly 75 per cent of tickets sold in the first drop, including … The post LA28 to open 2nd ticket sale appeared first on Ghanaian

The League transcends the boundaries of a conventional football tournament

Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition and Tullow Ghana have collaborated to facilitate the supply of Ghanaian crude oil to a domestic refinery for local processing. The move supports Ghana’s efforts to strengthen local refining capacity, enhance energy security and advance industrial development. A statement issued by Tullow and copied to The Ghanaian Times … The post Tullow

Many remote and underserved communities still lack reliable power.