23 h. ago Nigeria Advances to AFCON Last Sixteen After Tunisia Victory

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-advances-to-afcon-last-sixteen-after-tunisia-victory/Nigeria’s Super Eagles have secured a place in the knockout stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following a 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday night. The match, played at Fez Stadium in Morocco, saw Nigeria score three goals through Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and Ademola Lookman, ensuring qualification from their group with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-advances-to-afcon-last-sixteen-after-tunisia-victory/

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66 h. ago Mali Coach Saintfiet Condemns Four Year AFCON Cycle as European Imposition

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mali-coach-saintfiet-condemns-four-year-afcon-cycle-as-european-imposition/Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has launched a stinging attack on the decision to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of the traditional two year cycle, describing the move as one imposed on Africa by global football authorities and European clubs driven by financial interests. Speaking to reporters in Rabat on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mali-coach-saintfiet-condemns-four-year-afcon-cycle-as-european-imposition/

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4 d. ago African Festival: Nollywood star Tony Umez joins Nkrumah musical in Accra

Veteran Nollywood actor Tony Umez is set to play a role in The Second Coming of Nkrumah – The Musical at the African Festival, scheduled for December 28 to 30 in Accra.

Culture

7 d. ago Ghana Faces Economic Lull as AFCON Begins Without Black Stars Participation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-economic-lull-as-afcon-begins-without-black-stars-participation/Ghana confronts a subdued commercial period in its sports economy as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations opens in Morocco without the Black Stars, marking the first time since 2004 that the nation misses the continental tournament and dampening consumer spending traditionally linked to national team participation. The four time African champions finished bottom of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-faces-economic-lull-as-afcon-begins-without-black-stars-participation/

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1 week ago 2026 FIFA World Cup: GFA not ruling out possible return of injured Abu Francis

The Ghana Football Association is not ruling out a possible return of injured Abu Francis to the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Sport

1 week ago GFA Engages Maryland Leadership to Strengthen Ghana 2026 World Cup Preparations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gfa-engages-maryland-leadership-to-strengthen-ghana-2026-world-cup-preparations/Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon Okraku has intensified diplomatic efforts ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by holding productive discussions with Maryland state officials to bolster operational planning for the Black Stars’ campaign. The GFA President who also serves as Second Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) paid […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gfa-engages-maryland-leadership-to-strengthen-ghana-2026-world-cup-preparations/

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1 week ago PruRide Accra champions health, youth empowerment and sustainability through cycling

Prudential Life Insurance Ghana has once again demonstrated its commitment to health, youth development, and environmental sustainability through the successful hosting of the sixth edition of PruRide Accra at the Black Star Square. The event, which attracted over 400 cyclists from Ghana, Nigeria, and Morocco, continues to grow as a leading platform for promoting cycling as a […]

Sport

1 week ago Semenyo is ‘a threat’ to opponents – Bournemouth manager hails Ghanaian forward

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has hailed Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo as being “in a good moment” and a “threat” after the thrilling match against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Events

2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Ghana fans to pay between $140 and $600 for group stage tickets

Ghanaian supporters planning to cheer the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will need at least $140 (GH₵1,610) for a match ticket, according to prices released by world football governing body FIFA on Thursday, 11 December 2025.

Economics

2 w. ago Ghana’s World Cup draw with England: A golden PR moment waiting to be claimed

Ghana’s placement in Group I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside England, Croatia, and Panama has sparked excitement among football lovers. But beyond football, this draw presents one of the most powerful global public relations and nation-branding opportunities Ghana has had in years. The Black Stars remain one of Africa’s most successful and recognizable […]

Politics

2 w. ago 2026 World Cup: ‘Ghana not afraid of England, Croatia and Panama’ – Betty Krosbi

Technical Advisor for the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, Betty Krosbi-Mensah, has expressed confidence in the Black Stars of Ghana ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Politics

2 w. ago Ghana’s Black Stars to face South Africa on December 16 in friendly

Ghana will take on South Africa’s Bafana Bafana on December 16, 2025, in an international friendly at a venue yet to be confirmed. The match, which comes off in Gauteng, forms part of the hosts’ preparations ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations which begins on December 21. Bafana Bafana are drawn in Group B […]

Politics

2 w. ago Panama opener could define Ghana’s 2026 World Cup campaign – Otto Addo

Ghana coach Otto Addo believes their opening match against Panama will be crucial to the Black Stars’ chances at the 2026 World Cup.

Politics

2 w. ago ‘We will be ready’ – Mohammed Kudus welcomes England clash at 2026 World Cup

Ghana international Mohammed Kudus has shared his thoughts on the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup group following last Friday’s draw in Washington DC. The four-time African champions were placed in Group L, where they will face European heavyweights England, 2022 World Cup semifinalists Croatia, and CONCACAF side Panama — a lineup widely considered one […]

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2 w. ago We have players who can stand any challenge – John Painstil backs Ghana ahead of 2026 WC

Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has expressed strong confidence in Ghana’s ability to advance from the group stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite a challenging draw. Ghana has been placed in Group L alongside England, 2022 World Cup semifinalists Croatia, and Panama – a lineup many have described as one of the […]

Sport

3 w. ago 2026 World Cup: England are favourites in Group L – Ghana Coach Otto Addo

Ghana’s Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo, has tipped England as favourites to finish top of Group L in the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw.

Sport

3 w. ago Government to Leverage Diplomatic Relations for Black Stars Fan Support at 2026 World Cup

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has pledged government commitment to use diplomatic relations to ensure maximum fan support for the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup following Ghana’s placement in Group L alongside England, Panama and Croatia. His assurance came during budget approval discussions in Parliament on Wednesday, where he emphasized that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-to-leverage-diplomatic-relations-for-black-stars-fan-support-at-2026-world-cup/

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3 w. ago Black Stars set to play in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia for 2026 World Cup group stage

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-set-to-play-in-toronto-boston-and-philadelphia-for-2026-world-cup-group-stage/Ghana will play their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage matches in Toronto, Boston and Philadelphia, according to the full tournament schedule unveiled on Saturday. The Black Stars kick off their campaign on Wednesday, June 17, when they face Panama at BMO Field in Toronto at 7pm Eastern Time. Ghana’s second match pits them against […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/black-stars-set-to-play-in-toronto-boston-and-philadelphia-for-2026-world-cup-group-stage/

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3 w. ago Paintsil expresses optimism after Ghana draws England, Croatia and Panama in World Cup Group L

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/paintsil-expresses-optimism-after-ghana-draws-england-croatia-and-panama-in-world-cup-group-l/Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil says the team is satisfied with its placement in Group L of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence in Ghana’s ability to progress. The draw, held in Washington, DC on Friday, December 5, placed Ghana alongside former world champions England, 2018 finalists Croatia, and Panama. Speaking to Sahara […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/paintsil-expresses-optimism-after-ghana-draws-england-croatia-and-panama-in-world-cup-group-l/

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3 w. ago 2026 World Cup: Ghana to open campaign in Toronto against Panama

Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been mapped out, with the Black Stars handed a series of late-night kick-off times during the group stage. The fixtures, released after Friday’s draw, place Ghana in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia, with all matches scheduled in the United States and spread across Toronto, […]

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