3 h. ago I was close to getting the Black Stars job – Mali coach Tom Saintfiet

Tom Saintfiet has revealed how close he was to being appointed as head coach of the Black Stars, but the Ghana FA decided to go for another coach.

Sport

5 h. ago ‘We still have it in our hands’ – Otto Addo optimistic about beating Mali in Accra today

Black Stars Head Coach Otto Addo remains optimistic about his team’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite the recent setback.

Politics

11 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: Otto Addo hopeful Derrick Kohn’s nationality switch will be approved before Mali clash

The left-back received his first call-up to the Black Stars for the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Chad and Mali. However, he was unable to play in the game against Chad as Ghana settled for a draw.

Politics

11 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: Otto Addo ‘not scared of sack’ as pressure mounts ahead of Mali clash

Since returning to the post as the head coach, the former Borussia Dortmund man has won just five of 15 games, losing five and drawing the other five; the latter includes a draw against Chad last week in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

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15 h. ago World Cup 2026Q: ‘It will be easier to play in front of our fans’ – Otto Addo

Ghana drew 1-1 with Chad on match day seven of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in their last game raising questions about the team’s performance.

Sport

19 h. ago Mali Coach Saintfiet Eyes Historic World Cup Upset Against Ghana Monday

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mali-coach-saintfiet-eyes-historic-world-cup-upset-against-ghana-monday/Mali head coach Tom Saintfiet has declared his team ready to make history by defeating group leaders Ghana in Monday’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Accra Sports Stadium, despite the Black Stars holding a four-point advantage. The Eagles will face the Black Stars in Matchday 8 of the CAF Group I qualifying […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mali-coach-saintfiet-eyes-historic-world-cup-upset-against-ghana-monday/

Sport

42 h. ago Sports Minister rallies Black Stars ahead of Mali World Cup Qualifier

Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the Black Stars to rise to the occasion as they prepare for their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Mali on Monday, September 8, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Politics

42 h. ago We know what went wrong and we are determined to correct it – Black Stars to Sports Minister

The Black Stars have assured the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, of their determination to bounce back from recent setbacks as they prepare for Monday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Mali.

Politics

44 h. ago Confederation Cup: Accra Sports Stadium to host Kotoko versus Kwara United

Asante Kotoko will host the first leg of its CAF Confederation Cup match in Accra, the club has confirmed. The match is a preliminary round knockout tie and has been scheduled for 21st September, 2025 at the Accra Sports Stadium. Kotoko qualified for the CAF Confederation Cup by clinching the MTN FA Cup in July, […]

Sport

69 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 […]

Politics

2 d. 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. […]

Politics

2 d. 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 […]

Politics

3 d. 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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3 d. 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.

Politics

3 d. 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.

Sport

3 d. 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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3 d. 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 […]

Politics

3 d. 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 […]

Politics

3 d. 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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3 d. 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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