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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29 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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53 h. ago England are tough, but we can play against Ghana, Panama – Croatia coach reacts to World Cup draw

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic has described England as one of the “toughest opponents”, while expressing optimism of their chances against Ghana and Panama at next year’s World Cup. Croatia, bronze medallists at the last World Cup, were paired in Group L against 1966 winners England, African giants Ghana and lowly-rated Panama in Friday’s 2026 FIFA […]

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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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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 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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9 d. ago Ghana Establishes Oversight Committee For 2026 World Cup Preparations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-oversight-committee-for-2026-world-cup-preparations/The Government of Ghana has appointed an 11 member ministerial oversight committee to guide preparations for the 2026 FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) World Cup following the Black Stars’ qualification for their fifth appearance at football’s premier tournament. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah inaugurated the committee on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at Jubilee House […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-establishes-oversight-committee-for-2026-world-cup-preparations/

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9 d. ago ‘Apply early for World Cup visa’ – Canadian High Commissioner tells Ghanaians

The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Myriam Monrat, has urged individuals planning to travel to Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to submit their visa applications as early as possible.

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1 week ago Ghana can use 2026 World Cup as an exhibition to boost hosting ambitions – Kofi Adams

Ghana can use the 2026 World Cup as a global exhibition of its capacity to host the tournament, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has said. The Buem MP noted that Ghana’s performance on and off the field in North America could influence future hosting prospects and challenged officials to treat the campaign as a […]

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1 week ago Portugal Opponents May Challenge Ronaldo Suspension Decision

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/portugal-opponents-may-challenge-ronaldo-suspension-decision/FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) faces potential legal challenges following its decision to suspend enforcement of Cristiano Ronaldo’s ban, allowing the Portugal striker to compete in the 2026 World Cup opening matches. The governing body issued a controversial ruling Tuesday that deferred two matches of a three-game suspension imposed after the 40-year-old forward received […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/portugal-opponents-may-challenge-ronaldo-suspension-decision/

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1 week ago Canadian High Commissioner Advises Ghanaian Fans to Apply Early for 2026 World Cup Visas

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/canadian-high-commissioner-advises-ghanaian-fans-to-apply-early-for-2026-world-cup-visas/The High Commissioner of Canada to Ghana, HE Myrian Montrat, has urged Ghanaian football fans planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup to submit their visa applications well ahead of time. Speaking on Diplomacy Unscripted, the High Commissioner stressed that Canada, the United States and Mexico — the three host nations — are coordinating […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/canadian-high-commissioner-advises-ghanaian-fans-to-apply-early-for-2026-world-cup-visas/

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