Kurt Okraku has urged the Black Starlets to stay confident ahead of Wednesdayâ??s crucial Group D clash against South Africa at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.The GFA president addressed the players and technical team via Zoom on Tuesday evening after their final training session before the must-win encounter.Okraku reminded the squad of the hard work and sacrifices made during preparations for the tournament and encouraged them not to lose belief despite their

Ghana will face South Africa in a decisive Group D encounter at the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco as the Black Starlets fight to keep their qualification hopes alive.Coach Prosper Narteh Ogum supervised the teamâ??s final training session on Tuesday evening, with the technical team focusing on tactical drills, finishing exercises, defensive shape and set-piece routines ahead of the crucial fixture.The Black Starlets head into the match under pressure after collecting

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, says he is open to any legitimate methods that could help Ghana prepare well to succeed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking on the issue of preparations for the tournament, the minister stressed that while he is not against so-called â??ways and meansâ? being used to support the Black Stars, every action must remain transparent and properly documented.According to Kofi Adams, all funds allocated to the Black Stars must be

Hayford Boahen was the difference for FC Ashdod as the Ghanaian midfielder scored in their 3-2 away win over Hapoel Ironi Kiryat Shmona in the Israeli Ligat haâ??Al relegation round.Boahen came off the bench in the 63rd minute and made an instant impact, restoring Ashdodâ??s lead just one minute after the restart of his spell on the pitch.The move was finished beautifully after a fast break, with Eugene Ansah supplying the assist for the goal that made it 2-1 to Ashdod.Nehoray

Ghanaâ??s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has voiced serious concerns over the growing number of low-quality astroturf pitches being constructed across the country.Speaking during an appearance on SportyFMâ??s SoccerChat programme, the minister warned that poor artificial playing surfaces could expose footballers to anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries if not checked.â??I'm very worried about the inferior astroturfs that we're constructing

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyoâ??s dream of winning his first English Premier League title was shattered on Tuesday night after Manchester City drew 1-1 with AFC Bournemouth.In what was the penultimate fixture of the 2025/26 league campaign, Manchester City needed to win to have a chance of claiming the league title on the final weekend.Unfortunately, the match played at the Vitality Stadium did not go according to plan.Bournemouth, also in need of the points to continue their

Basake Holy Stars winger Prince Tweneboah has emerged as a sought-after target, with several Ghana Premier League clubs expressing strong interest in securing his services ahead of the upcoming transfer window.The 19-year-old left-winger has been in scintillating form for Basake Holy Stars this season, registering 10 goals. His explosive performances include a memorable late winner against Asante Kotoko that ended the Porcupine Warriors' 11-game unbeaten run, as well as another

Ghanaian defender Issaka Seidu scored Ljungskileâ??s fourth goal in the 90th minute as they brushed aside Ã?sters IF 4-1 away from home in Superettan Round 8.Ljungskile had already built control through Alfons Borénâ??s 12th-minute opener and Daniel Ljungâ??s second-half finish, before Daniel Lagerloef added a third late on. Ã?sters pulled one back through an own goal by Gideon Mensah in the 77th minute, but Seidu ended any hope of a comeback with the final strike.The

Manchester City's hopes of reclaiming the Premier League title were officially dashed on Tuesday after a dramatic 1-1 draw with Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, handing Arsenal their first championship in 22 years.For Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo, the result caps a bittersweet end to an otherwise impressive debut campaign at the Etihad. The 26-year-old has been a revelation since his January move from Bournemouth, scoring 16 goals and providing four assists in 34 Premier

Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is putting in the work to return to peak condition ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as the Black Stars step up preparations for the global tournament.In a video circulating online, the 22-year-old is seen undergoing intense training sessions, focusing on fitness, sharpness, and ball work as he looks to hit top form in time for Ghana's Group L opener against Panama on June 17.Issahaku recently completed a standout campaign for Leicester City

Neymar's surprise inclusion in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad has reignited the debate over veteran players on the verge of international retirement, with many drawing parallels to Ghana's own Andre Ayew.The 34-year-old Neymar, who has been plagued by injuries and inconsistent form, was named in Brazil's final 26-man squad for the tournament in North America. His selection, based on experience, leadership, and potential impact in key moments, has led to fresh

Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has expressed optimism that Ghana midfielder Mohammed Kudus will recover in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite concerns over his hamstring injury.Speaking on Sporty FM, Adams acknowledged that some have suggested Kudus could be ruled out of the tournament, but he remains hopeful for a positive outcome."There are some who say Kudus could be ruled out of the World Cup, but I know a miracle is on the way. He'll be fit and be

Black Stars assistant coach Roger De Sá has revealed that joining Carlos Queiroz's technical team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup was a "no-brainer", driven by their long-standing relationship and shared ambition.Speaking on Beyond The Whistle, the South African coach disclosed that the call from Queiroz was not unexpected."The call from Carlos did not surprise me. We have similar dreams, and I always want to see him succeed," De Sá said.For the experienced

Ghanaian midfielder Augustine Boakye is unlikely to be available for the Black Stars' friendly against Mexico on Saturday, as the attacking midfielder is expected to remain with his club for crucial promotion playoffs.Boakye received his first call-up to the senior national team ahead of the game against Mexico, which is part of Ghana's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, his club commitments with Saint-Etienne look set to prevent him from featuring.Saint-Etienne

Former Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong believes the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign will be highly competitive and exciting following the official draw ceremony in Cairo.Reacting to the draw, the former Super Eagles defender admitted he was excited by the quality of matchups across the groups and expects several difficult contests on the road to the tournament.â??Iâ??m really excited now to see the draw for the qualification groups. I think for

Former Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed excitement ahead of the upcoming showdown between Ghana and the Ivory Coast in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The AFCON qualifying draw, held in Cairo on Tuesday, placed Ghana and Ivory Coast in Group C alongside Gambia and Somalia.The pairing between two of West Africaâ??s biggest football nations is already being viewed as one of the standout fixtures of the qualification campaign.Speaking

Ghanaian music duo DopeNation has paid a courtesy call on President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, on Tuesday May 19, 2026, to discuss a potential partnership and shared vision ahead of Ghanaâ??s anticipated participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The high-level engagement took place at the headquarters of the Ghana Football Association, as Ghana intensifies preparations toward footballâ??s biggest global spectacle, which will be staged across

CAF Ambassador and former Côte dâ??Ivoire captain Max Gradel has expressed confidence that the Elephants will navigate a challenging path to AFCON 2027 qualification despite being drawn in a difficult Group C in Cairo on Tuesday.Côte dâ??Ivoire, the reigning African champions, were paired with long-time rivals Ghana in what is widely regarded as the â??Group of Death,â? alongside Gambia and Somalia.While acknowledging the difficulty of the draw, Gradel struck

CAF Ambassador and Ivorian football legend Max Gradel has expressed a mix of weariness and confidence following the AFCON 2027 qualifying draw in Cairo on Tuesday.Reacting to Côte dâ??Ivoire being placed in Group C alongside long-time rivals Ghana, the former captain questioned the recurring nature of the fixture, famously asking, "Why always us?"The draw, held at the CAF headquarters, placed the 2023 African champions into what is widely regarded as the qualifying

Legendary Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El Hadary has labeled Group C as the "most difficult" section of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers following the official draw ceremony held on Tuesday in Cairo.The four-time African champion expressed his concerns regarding the competitive balance of the group, which features a heavyweight clash between West African giants Côte dâ??Ivoire and Ghana.Speaking as a draw assistant at the CAF headquarters, El Hadary echoed the sentiments of