Ghanaian defender Daniel Opare has officially hung up his boots, bringing to an end a remarkable football journey that took him across continents, elite leagues, and the grandest stages of the sport. The 35-year-old announced his retirement in an emotional Instagram post, expressing deep gratitude for the opportunities and experiences football afforded him. “OFFICIALLY RETIRED!! A great day to celebrate, I ...
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has admitted the “difficulties” in preparation following injuries to three players ahead of the international friendly against South Korea. Addo called up 22 players, but only 19 are now available for the upcoming clash due to injuries to Abu Francis, Mohammed Salisu, and Antoine Semenyo. Abu underwent successful surgery after fracturing two bones during ...
Ghana coach Otto Addo has been dealt a major blow ahead of the team’s Asian tour, as several key players will be unavailable for the upcoming friendlies. Alexander Djiku, Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Fatawu Issahaku, Joseph Paintsil, and Mohammed Kudus have all withdrawn from the squad due to recent injuries or knocks. While initially named in the team, they will ...
Ghana’s Black Stars have moved two places up in the latest FIFA ranking following their recent performance in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Otto Addo’s side, having been moved upward by one place in the last ranking, has now moved to the 73rd position as far as the global ranking is concerned. The progression follows the Black Stars’ performance during ...
Former Board Chairman of the National Sports Authority, Kwadwo Baah Agyemang, has admitted Otto Addo has ‘shamed’ him after Ghana humbled Central Africa Republic, a result that puts the Black Stars just one point away from qualification for the 2026 World Cup tournament. Addo is set to become the first Ghanaian coach to qualify the national team to two world ...
Coventry City striker Brandon Thomas-Asante has replaced Inaki Williams for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros. The 26-year-old, who scored a brace for Coventry City on Saturday, has netted five times and made three assists in nine League games in the English Championship, coming in to replace Inaki Williams, who picked up an injury ...
Youngster Kojo Peprah Oppong, Leicester City winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Alidu Seidu have been named in Ghana’s squad for the forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros. Kojo Peprah Oppong, 21, has been impressive for OGC Nice in the French Ligue 1 this season, delivering outstanding performances. He began his career with Attram De ...
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has confirmed that it is awaiting final approval from the Presidency for the budget submitted to cover the Black Stars’ upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) submitted the budget estimates on September 18 for the October 8 away fixture against the Central African Republic and the October ...
Gabonese referee Atcho Pierre Ghislain has been appointed to officiate in Ghana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup last home match against Comoros. The 33-year-old will be assisted by compatriots Ditsoga Boris Marlaise (Assistant I) and Ondo Ndong Urbain (Assistant II), while Moukagni Cregue Fleury serves as the Fourth Official. Hailu Tesfanesh Woreta from Ethiopia is the Referee Assessor, and Mohammed Sanusi ...
With only two rounds left, the Black Stars lead the table but can’t afford slip-ups against a Mali side still firmly in contention for a top two finish. Ghana entered the September window with momentum, but a late setback against Chad pegged the team back in N’Djamena. The Black Stars looked in control for large parts of the match, with ...