Ghanaâ??s Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Iddie Adams, has disclosed that the government has secured 1,000 tickets in advance for supporters of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the tournament as one of the most expensive ever for fans.He explained that the early acquisition was a strategic decision aimed at preventing escalating costs and ensuring Ghanaian fans are not priced out of the competition.â??It is really nightmarish and a difficult

Ghanaâ??s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, has firmly rejected allegations that tickets secured for Ghanaian supporters for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are being sold through illegal channels, insisting that the government is not involved in any form of commercial resale.Speaking on the issue in an interview with Citi News, the minister stressed that public funds are not being used to finance ticket procurement or distribution arrangements linked to the tournament.â??We

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed confidence in Ghanaâ??s prospects at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team has the quality to â??surprise peopleâ? at the tournament in North America.Speaking ahead of Ghanaâ??s international friendly against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium, Ayew said the squad is focused on delivering strong performances as part of their build-up to the global showpiece. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:45 GMT.The fixture will also

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has hailed Antoine Semenyo's outstanding season, backing the forward to translate his club form into the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The Manchester City forward has been included in Ghana's final 26-man squad for the tournament in North America after his superlative performances.After joining City in January from AFC Bournemouth, Semenyo scored 17 league goals and earned a place on the shortlist for the Premier League

Ghana's Group L opponents Croatia have announced their final squad for the 2026 World Cup, including veterans Ivan Perisic and Luka Modric. The 2018 World Cup runners-up also included Manchester City stars Mateo Kovacic and Josko Gvardiol with goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic also making list.The Eastern Europeans have been camping in Rijeka for the past week preparing for the tournament.Croatia will face Belgium on Tuesday, June 2nd, in a friendly before engaging Slovenia five

Carlos Queiroz insists the Black Stars will miss dependable defender Alexander Djiku ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Spartak Moscow centre-back failed to pass a late fitness test and has been ruled out of the tournament with an injury.Djiku arrived in camp late after picking a knock during the Russian Cup final against Krasnador, but hoped to recover in time for the competition.However, after several test, the French-born defender could not make it and had to be replaced

The announcement of Ghanaâ??s final 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup generated plenty of debate among supporters, with several high-profile names surprisingly left out by head coach Carlos Queiroz.While injuries and tactical considerations played a role in some omissions, the excluded players are talented enough to form a formidable starting XI capable of competing at the highest level.Here is a look at Ghanaâ??s strongest XI of players who missed out on the final

Andre Ayew's hopes of becoming the first Ghanaian to play at four FIFA World Cups fizzled into thin air after new coach Carlos Queiroz failed to name him in his final squad. The 36-year-old, holder of Ghana's most appearances for the Black Stars, looked to be making his way back into the national team after a decent cameo in Holland with NAC Breda, a club he joined in February 2026. Ayew made 17 appearances and scored one league goal but it was not enough as NAC suffered

Andre Ayew's hopes of becoming the first Ghanaian to play at four FIFA World Cups fizzled into thin air after new coach Carlos Queiroz failed to name him in his final squad. The 36-year-old, holder of Ghana's most appearances for the Black Stars, looked to be making his way back into the national team after a decent cameo in Holland with NAC Breda, a club he joined in February 2026. Ayew made 17 appearances and scored one league goal but it was not enough as NAC suffered

Former Ghana captain Andre Ayew has been excluded from the Black Stars' final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending his hopes of making a fourth appearance at football's biggest tournament.The 36-year-old had been pushing for a return to the national team after being absent from the Black Stars setup since the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d'Ivoire. However, head coach Carlos Queiroz opted not to include the veteran forward in his final selection for the

Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak are set to receive a significant financial boost following the inclusion of goalkeeper Benjamin Asare in Ghanaâ??s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Asare was named in the Black Stars' final squad by head coach Carlos Queiroz for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, becoming the only home-based player selected for the competition.His inclusion is not only a major achievement for the goalkeeper and the club but also a financial

Goalkeepers Solomon Agbasi and Paul Reverson were the only players dropped from Ghana's squad for the 2026 World Cup. The two shot-stoppers were part of an initial 28-man squad named for camping in Wales, and trained with the team for the past week.However, with only three goalkeepers expected to travel to North America, Carlos Queiroz preferred Agbasi's Hearts of Oak teammate Benjamin Asare, Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Ireland-based Joseph Anang.Meanwhile, defender Derrick

Solomon Agbesi has been left out of Ghanaâ??s final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after head coach Carlos Queiroz named his 26-man squad for the tournament.The Hearts of Oak goalkeeper was one of the surprises in the Black Starsâ?? provisional 28-man squad and was hoping to secure a place in the final team for the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Agbesi, a product of the Aspire Academy in Qatar, boosted his chances when he made his senior debut for Ghana

Ernest Nuamah will lead a list of players making their first World Cup appearance following the announcement of Ghana's squad. The Olympique Lyonnais forward, one of the best young talent in the world, will be joined by 13 others in Carlos Queiroz's squad for their debut World Cup.The 26-man squad which was announced today, also features Derrick Luckassen, who broke into the team following injury to experienced centre-back Alexander Djiku.Also making the squad is Christopher

Benjamin Asare is the only home-based player named in Ghana's final 26-man squad for the World Cup in North America. The 33-year-old, who was in Wales with club teammate Solomon Agbasi, made the cut ahead of his colleague, and remains the likely first-choice goalkeeper.Asare joins Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Joseph Anang as Ghana's three shot-stoppers for the World Cup.The former Great Olympics number one played a pivotal role in Ghana's World Cup qualification, featuring

Cyprus-based defender Derrick Luckassen is the latest addition to the Black Stars squad following the announcement of the team for the 2026 World Cup in North America, replacing injured Alexander Djiku.Head coach Carlos Queiroz announced his 26-man squad on Monday evening, with the team made up of a blend of experience and youthful exuberance.The Portuguese trainer included youngsters Marvin Senaya, Caleb Yirenkyi and Christopher Bonsu Baah in his team alongside veterans Jordan

Ghanaian-born forward Mohammed Muntari will make his second World Cup appearance after being named in Qatar's squad for the tournament in North America.The 32-year-old made the final 26-man squad released by coach Julen Lopetegui on Monday, June 1, 2026, following a brief camping in Ireland.Muntari and his teammates left for the United States on Sunday, May 31, 2026, to continue preparations ahead of the competition which begins in ten days time.The Al Gharafa forward has been

Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has outlined his expectations for Ghana's upcoming international friendly against Wales and the World Cup, stressing his desire for the team to play great football, win matches, and give supporters something to celebrate.The Portuguese trainer believes his players are fully committed to representing the country and delivering a positive performance in their first official assignment under his leadership.Speaking ahead of Tuesday's clash,

Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has highlighted the deep passion Ghanaians have for football as one of the things that has impressed him most since taking charge of the national team.Speaking ahead of Ghanaâ??s international friendly against Wales, the experienced trainer explained that the countryâ??s love for the sport, combined with its wealth of talent, creates the right environment for success.Queiroz also shared a light-hearted moment about one of his favourite discoveries

Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has outlined his approach to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stressing the importance of focusing on one game at a time rather than setting long-term targets.Speaking ahead of Ghana's international friendly against Wales, the experienced trainer explained that both he and his players are concentrating on each match as it comes."Look, I don't want to speculate with those standards, those goals. I want to say one thing that in my life it is