Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes Colombia have developed into a disciplined and well-balanced team but insists the Black Stars will not abandon their identity in Friday's World Cup Round of 32 clash.Having previously coached Colombia, Queiroz admitted he knows many of the players but stressed his analysis has focused on the current team rather than the one he managed."I know Colombia and many of the players very well, but it is my responsibility to study today's

Carlos Queiroz has reflected on his time as Colombia head coach ahead of Ghana's Round of 32 clash with Los Cafeteros, describing it as an honour while recalling the difficult circumstances his coaching staff endured during the COVID-19 pandemic.The Portuguese tactician, who managed Colombia between 2019 and 2020, will face several of his former players when Ghana take on Néstor Lorenzo's side on Friday in Kansas City.Speaking ahead of the match, Queiroz said he still

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has played down Ghana's defeat to Croatia, describing it as a "one-off" as his side shift focus to Saturday's knockout showdown against Colombia.Ghana ended their group campaign with a disappointing loss to Croatia, but Ayew insists the result does not reflect the team's true quality heading into the Round of 32."The Croatia game was a one-off game, so let's take it like that," Ayew said."But the Colombia

Algeria will attempt to make history on Thursday night when they face Switzerland in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Vancouver.The Desert Foxes are aiming to secure their first victory in a World Cup knockout match and continue Africaâ??s push for success on the global stage, while Switzerland are hoping to end a long wait of their own by progressing from a World Cup knockout tie for the first time in decades.The winners will remain in Vancouver for a Round of 16

Black Stars goalkeeping coach Fatawu Dauda has completed his UEFA B Goalkeeping Diploma with the Football Association of Wales, adding another prestigious qualification to his growing coaching portfolio.The former Ghana international, who is currently part of Carlos Queiroz's technical staff at the World Cup, received his certificate at a ceremony in Colliers Park, Wales, on Tuesday.Dauda, born June 4, 1985, in Ghana, took to social media to express his excitement and gratitude."Very

Black Stars defender Kojo Oppong Peprah has been ruled out of Saturday's World Cup knockout clash against Colombia after suffering an injury in training.The 22-year-old, who has become a fan favourite despite limited minutes, will miss the crucial Round of 32 fixture after scans confirmed he cannot recover in time.Peprah made his Ghana debut under then-coach Otto Addo in a friendly against Germany â?? a match Ghana lost, but one where the young defender earned praise as

?Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has promised that Ghana will deliver a performance to make the entire continent and their homeland proud when they battle heavyweights Colombia in Saturday’s World Cup Round of 32 clash.

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has sent a fierce warning to his squad ahead of Saturday's sudden-death tie against Colombia, declaring that all previous group stage performances are officially irrelevant

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has urged his teammates to draw a firm line under their group stage campaign, insisting the squad is fully armed with the tactical blueprint required to stun Colombia on Saturday morning

Ghana have received a major fitness boost ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash against Colombia, with head coach Carlos Queiroz confirming that 25 of his 26 players are fully fit and available for selection.

Norwegian club Molde FK have announced that Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga has been acquitted by the Frostating Court of Appeal of the sexual assault allegations that sidelined him from football for nearly 11 months.The verdict brings an end to a lengthy legal process that prevented the highly rated midfielder from featuring for the Eliteserien side during the period of the investigation and court proceedings.In a statement, Molde confirmed that the Court of Appeal had acquitted

Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has boldly accepted the responsibility of saving Africa's fading World Cup campaign, challenging his players to break a damning continental trend when they face Colombia on Saturday.

Behind the grim statistics are shattered families, destroyed homes, and survivors struggling to come to terms with an unimaginable tragedy.

The pair had been collecting rare plants and seeds before their bodies were found days later in a river.

Algeria head coach Vladimir Petkovic has reportedly held a private meeting with Ibrahim Maza ahead of the Desert Foxes' Round of 32 clash with Switzerland, urging the Bayer Leverkusen playmaker to become more decisive in the final third and convert his outstanding performances into goals and assists.According to Algerian journalist Samir Kaabouche, Petkovic praised Maza for being among Algeria's standout performers during the group stage but made it clear that the next

The Director of the Public Health Division of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), has urged Ghanaians to remain vigilant and observe good hygiene during the flooding and rainy season to prevent a cholera outbreak. According to him, although flooding in some parts of the country has subsided, the risk of cholera remains because the conditions … The post Flood Season: Becareful

The Supreme Court has dismissed all four suits challenging the removal of Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Torkonoo from office as Chief Justice. The court delivered its rulings earlier this morning, ending the legal challenge at the domestic level. This follows last week’s judgement by the ECOWAS Court, which also rejected applications seeking to overturn Justice … The post Supreme

Colombian football fans have turned to prayer ahead of their country's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 showdown against Ghana, gathering at the famous Monserrate hill in Bogota in response to claims made by Ghanaian traditional priest Nana Kwaku Bonsam.Dozens of supporters climbed the iconic religious site on Thursday morning to pray for the Colombian national team, hoping to shield their players from what they believe could be spiritual interference ahead of Friday's

With only two goals scored during the group stage and a glaring lack of output from the traditional forwards, Carlos Queiroz’s Ghana squad faces a creative crisis heading into the World Cup knockout stage against Colombia.

The President advised that these must be the forte of audit reports rather than be seen "merely as statutory document to be laid before Parliament."