14 h. ago Sports Minister’s ‘needless’ statement cost Black Stars against Chad – Sannie Daara

Former Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and CAF Media Officer, Ibrahim Sannie Daara, has blamed Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams for Ghana’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Chad on Thursday in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Black Stars looked on course for victory after Jordan Ayew’s 17th-minute opener, but Ecua […]

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15 h. ago 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Elisha Owusu to miss Mali test through suspension

Midfielder Elisha Owusu will not be available for selection when the Black Stars face Mali in a 2026 World Cup Qualifier on Monday. Owusu was shown a yellow card in Thursday’s Group I match against Chad in N’djamena. The Auxerre midfielder has now accumulated two yellow cards and will now serve a one match ban. […]

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15 h. ago World Cup Qualifiers 2026: Kwasi Sibo earns late Black Stars call

Real Oviedo midfielder Kwasi Sibo has received a late call-up to the Black Stars squad ahead of Ghana’s crucial World Cup qualifying clash with Mali on September 8. His inclusion comes as head coach Otto Addo seeks to strengthen his midfield options following Ghana’s disappointing 1-1 draw with Chad on September 4 at the Stade […]

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19 h. ago Kojo Yankah blames Sports Minister Kofi Adams for Black Stars’ draw with Chad

Former Western Regional Football Association chairman Kojo Yankah has blamed Minister of Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams for the Black Stars’ 1-1 draw with Chad in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

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20 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: Black Stars ‘were not good enough’ against Chad – Otto Addo

Ghana’s Black Stars head coach Otto Addo is not satisfied with the performance of his players in the draw with Chad in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

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20 h. ago Messi breaks down in tears in possible ‘farewell’ match for Argentina

Lionel Messi broke down in tears as he brought his family out before Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying game against Venezuela on Thursday (4 September), in what was the 38-year old’s last game on Argentine soil. Messi later scored a brace to help Argentina to a comfortable 3-0 victory, with the Albiceleste having already […]

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20 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: ‘We should have killed the game’ – Otto Addo on Chad draw

Head Coach of Ghana’s Black Stars, Otto Addo, has bemoaned his side’s wastefulness in front of goal in the frustrating 1-1 draw with Chad in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers at the Marshal Idriss Deby Itno Olympic Stadium.

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21 h. ago 2026 WCQ: Madagascar, Mali secure wins to blow Group I wide open

Madagascar and Mali revived their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying hopes on matchday seven, blowing Group I wide open with just three rounds left to play. Ghana began the round with a three-point cushion over nearest challengers Comoros and had the chance to double that gap. But a frustrating draw away to Chad allowed the […]

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30 h. ago Black Stars Qualification Campaign Drives Travel Industry Optimism

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/Ghana’s travel and tourism sector anticipates increased business demand if the Black Stars secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ghana currently leads Group I with 15 points, having won five matches and lost one in their qualifying campaign, positioning the team favorably for qualification to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-qualification-campaign-drives-travel-industry-optimism/

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36 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: Black Stars fumble opportunity to go six points clear

The Black Stars blew their chance to extend their lead in Group I of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers after drawing with Chad. Ghana, having led in the opening half of the game, failed to snatch all three points as Chad equalised in the closing minutes of the encounter. Black Stars came into […]

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36 h. ago World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Black Stars blow chance to go six points clear after draw with Chad

The Black Stars blew their chance to extend their lead in Group I of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers after drawing with Chad. Ghana, having led in the opening half of the game, failed to snatch all three points as Chad equalised in the closing minutes of the encounter. Black Stars came into […]

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39 h. ago Partey, Salisu dropped as Jordan, Kudus, and Inaki lead Ghana’s attack against Chad

Ghana coach Otto Addo has made bold changes to his starting XI for the Group I Matchday Six World Cup qualifier against Chad today, leaving out Thomas Partey and Mohammed Salisu. Captain Jordan Ayew, alongside Mohammed Kudus and Inaki Williams, will spearhead the Black Stars’ attack in the crucial encounter. Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin […]

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39 h. ago Partey, Salisu dropped as Jordan, Kudus lead Ghana against Chad

Ghana coach Otto Addo has made bold changes to his starting XI for the Group I Matchday Six World Cup qualifier against Chad, leaving out Thomas Partey and Mohammed Salisu. Captain Jordan Ayew, alongside Mohammed Kudus and Inaki Williams, will spearhead the Black Stars’ attack in the crucial encounter. Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare […]

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40 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: ‘I’m happy for him’ – Otto Addo on Derrick Kohn’s first Ghana call

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo says he is delighted to hand Derrick Kohn his maiden invitation to the national team ahead of Ghana’s World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali.

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42 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: It will be a big mistake to underrate Chad – Otto Addo

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has warned his players against underestimating Chad ahead of Thursday’s FIFA World Cup qualifier.

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46 h. ago Otto Addo criticises ‘very hard’ pitch at Chad’s Olympic stadium

Ghana coach Otto Addo has criticized the Confederation of African Football for approving the Stade Olympique Marechal Idriss Déby Itno for international matches. The newly constructed stadium, will host Thursday’s Group I Match Day six World Cup Qualifier between Chad and Ghana at 1 PM local time. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Black Stars […]

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54 h. ago “Be prepared to die for Ghana” – Kwabena Agyepong urges Black Stars

Presidential aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwabena Agyei Agyapong, has called on the Black Stars to show greater commitment and national pride as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chad.

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56 h. ago Benjamin Asare’s exploits with Black Stars plus for Hearts of Oak – Didi Dramani

Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani believes Benjamin Asare’s involvement with the Black Stars represents a huge boost for the club, even as they prepare to face Great Olympics without their captain in the 2025 Democracy Cup. Asare has travelled with the national team for Thursday’s 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad in N’Djamena, […]

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56 h. ago 2025 Democracy Cup: Hearts of Oak have capable replacements for Benjamin Asare – Dramani

Hearts of Oak will be without first-choice goalkeeper Benjamin Asare when they face city rivals Great Olympics in the Democracy Cup on Friday at the University of Ghana Stadium. Asare is currently with the Black Stars, who play Chad on Thursday afternoon in a 2026 World Cup qualifier in N’Djamena. Speaking at the pre-match press […]

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57 h. ago Ghana FA Delays Ministry Response Until World Cup Qualifiers End

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fa-delays-ministry-response-until-world-cup-qualifiers-end/The Ghana Football Association will postpone addressing budget disputes with the Sports Ministry until after crucial World Cup qualifying matches against Chad and Mali this week. The GFA announced Wednesday it would provide a comprehensive response to ministry statements only after Monday’s qualifier against Mali concludes, prioritizing team focus over administrative conflicts. Ghana’s Sports and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-fa-delays-ministry-response-until-world-cup-qualifiers-end/

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