16 h. 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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30 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Can Ghana navigate England, Croatia, and Panama in Group L?

In Group L, the senior national team will face 2018 semi-finalists England, 2018 finalists Croatia, and Panama, who are making only their second World Cup appearance.

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33 h. 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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33 h. 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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33 h. 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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34 h. ago US Embassy hosts World Cup draw watch party, fans upbeat about Ghana’s chances

Ghanaians are in high spirits following the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw that placed the Black Stars in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama.

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41 h. ago Trump Receives Inaugural FIFA Peace Prize at 2026 World Cup Draw

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-receives-inaugural-fifa-peace-prize-at-2026-world-cup-draw/United States President Donald Trump received the first FIFA Peace Prize at the 2026 World Cup draw ceremony in Washington on Friday, an award created by football’s governing body to recognize individuals who promote global peace and unity through exceptional actions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino presented the honour onstage at the John F. Kennedy Centre […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trump-receives-inaugural-fifa-peace-prize-at-2026-world-cup-draw/

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50 h. ago How Asamoah Gyan reacted after Ghana was paired with England, Croatia, and Panama for the 2026 World Cup

The Black Stars of Ghana were drawn into a fiercely competitive Group D for the expanded FIFA World Cup 2026 yesterday, setting up a clash of continents against giants England and Croatia, alongside CONCACAF side Panama.

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56 h. ago 2026 World Cup: Ghana drawn against England, Croatia and Panama in Group L

Ghana’s Black Stars will come up against England, Croatia and Panama at the group stage of the 2026 World Cup. Ghana’s first game will be against Panama on Wednesday, June 17, in Dallas, USA. The World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, will kick off on June 11 with the final being […]

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57 h. ago FIFA gives President Donald Trump a peace prize at 2026 World Cup draw

President Donald Trump was awarded the new FIFA Peace Prize on Friday at the 2026 World Cup draw, giving the soccer spectacle to set matchups for the quadrennial tournament even more of a Trumpian flair. Trump, who has openly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize, had been heavily favoured to win the newly created FIFA […]

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61 h. ago World Cup 2026: Tuchel keeps group stage opponents under wraps, shuns Ghana

England coach Thomas Tuchel avoided naming Ghana as a potential World Cup opponent when asked by a Ghanaian journalist, Mavis Amanor in Washington

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2 d. ago Was Prince Harry referencing Trump in joke for Late Show sketch?

The Duke of Sussex appeared to joke about US President Donald Trump in an appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert.

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3 d. ago Gov’t assures consular support for Ghanaian soccer fans ahead of 2026 World Cup 

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says government will provide consular services for Ghanaian soccer fans and enthusiasts irrespective of their political affiliation to travel to the United States, Mexico, and Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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4 d. ago Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery case

US President Donald Trump has said he will pardon Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar, who was charged last year with accepting around $600,000 (£478,000) in bribes.

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4 d. ago Rio Ferdinand, Tom Brady among stars set to conduct FIFA World Cup 2026 Draw

The Final Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will transform Washington DC into the epicentre of global sport on Friday, 5 December 2025, when the eyes of the world turn to the iconic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Blending sport, entertainment and spectacle like never before, the show will reveal the […]

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4 d. ago Alexi Lalas: Former U.S star wants Ghana in 2026 World Cup draw

Former United States player Alexi Lalas wants Ghana to be drawn in the same group as the World Cup hosts, ahead of Friday’s draw. Lalas, who scored nine goals in ninety-eight appearances for ‘The Yankees’ between 1991 and 1998, made the comments on Fox Sports’ special World Cup preview show. ‘‘This isn’t a great Ghana […]

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4 d. ago Kremlin signals no Ukraine breakthrough after Putin talks with US

Five hours of talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump's senior negotiator appear to have failed to produce a breakthrough on securing a Ukraine peace deal.

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5 d. ago Trump says he doesn’t want Somalis in US as ICE plans Minnesota operation

US President Donald Trump has said he does not want Somali immigrants in the US, telling reporters they should "go back to where they came from" and "their country is no good for a reason".

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6 d. ago Costco sues Trump administration for ‘full refund’ of tariffs

Multinational retail giant Costco has sued the US government to secure a full refund of import duties if the Supreme Court rejects President Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs without congressional approval.

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6 d. ago White House doctor releases Trump’s ‘perfectly normal’ MRI results

US President Donald Trump "remains in excellent overall health" after undergoing a "comprehensive executive physical", according to his White House physician.

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