German-born Ghanaian winger Ernest Poku has disclosed his desire to play at the FIFA World Cup. The 22-year-old, born in Germany to Ghanaian parents, moved to the Netherlands at a tender age and has already represented the Dutch youth teams at international level.However, he remains eligible to pick from Ghana, Germany and the Netherlands at senior level."Of course, but the only thing I can do is my best," he told Sportsnieuws when asked about the World Cup. "Those

Dutch-born forward Ernest Poku has revealed he is yet to receive any official approach from the Ghana Football Association (GFA).The Bayer Leverkusen star, who is also eligible for the Netherlands and Germany, clarified that he has instructed these informal intermediaries to cease contact, preferring instead to handle any international business through his professional management.The 22-year-old noted that approximately 15 different people had reached out to him claiming to work

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has declared that the Black Stars will not enter the 2026 FIFA World Cup as underdogs, asserting that the team is prepared to face global giants with total confidence.Speaking at a high-profile fundraising launch at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra on Friday, March 20, Okraku addressed a crowd of corporate leaders and government officials, including President John Dramani Mahama.During his address, Okraku struck a defiant tone regarding

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has declared that the Black Stars no longer fear elite opposition as they prepare for a high-profile international friendly against Germany.Speaking during a fundraiser for Ghanaâ??s participation at the 2026 World Cup, Okraku emphasized a shift in the national team's mentality under head coach Otto Addo.The GFA President noted that while a fixture against a powerhouse like Germany might have caused trepidation in the

Former Ghana international, Nii Odartey Lamptey beleives Otto Addo and his technical team will deliver at the 2026 World Cup slated for this summer. After failing to guide the team to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament for over two decades, Otto Addo guided the Black Stars to secure qualification to the Mundial.The senior national team wrapped up 2025 without losing a game as they finished on top of their group after World Cup qualifiers.Despite calls

Former Ghana coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor has warned the Black Stars not to underestimate the challenge Panama will present in their opening fixture at the 2026 World Cup tournament.The global showpiece, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s nine automatic slots.The West African powerhouse has been paired in Group L against Panama, one-time champions England and 2018 finalists,

Former Ghana coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor believes the Black Stars has been drawn in a manageable group for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, expressing confidence that the team can navigate the fixtures successfully and advance to the knockout stages.The global showpiece, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48-team format, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s nine automatic slots.Following the draw in Washington last year, the

Head coach of Gor Mahia Charles Kwablan Akonnor has called on Ghana coach Otto Addo to consider midfielder Enoch Morison for a Black Stars call-up following his swashbuckling performances in Kenyan top-flight.The former Asante Kotoko midfielder has been a standout performer in the Kenyan Premier League, delivering a remarkable 15 Man-of-the-Match displays in just 25 appearances.His outstanding performance has propelled Gor Mahia to the top of the league standings, accumulating 56

Senegal midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye has strongly criticised the decision to strip his country of the Africa Cup of Nations title, insisting the team earned the trophy on the pitch.Gueye, reacting to the controversial ruling that awarded the title to Morocco, described the decision as unfair and out of line with what transpired during the final.â??I think this decision is just ridiculous. We won the game on the pitch, not in offices, and as a Senegalese player Iâ??m proud

WAFU B President and Ghana FA boss Kurt Okraku has reaffirmed his commitment to developing young referees across the region after opening a training workshop at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.The workshop, which targets emerging refereeing talent, forms part of efforts to strengthen football development in West Africa. It brings together young officials, including participants from Ghanaâ??s â??Catch Them Youngâ? programme, to gain practical experience

Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has outlined the strategic measures he believes were key to the Black Stars securing qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghanaâ??s senior national team had been under intense scrutiny after failing to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in more than 20 yearsâ??a setback that triggered widespread frustration and led to a noticeable drop in fan support at matches.However, fortunes have since shifted. Upon

Former Ghana assistant coach and current Hearts of Oak tactician, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani, is in full support for the inclusion of England-born duo Eddie Nketiah and Callum Hudson-Odoi in the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.With both players now reportedly showing renewed interest in representing Ghana, their omission from Addoâ??s 26-man squad for upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies against Austria and Germany has reignited debate among fans and pundits.Despite

The 2026 Honda Football Championship officially kicked off today Tuesday 24th March and was graved by several dignitaries including the Mayor of Tamale Metro, Hon. Alhaji Abubakari Adam Takoro, who performed the ceremonial kick off alongside Francis Lew-Dibahi, Deputy Manager at Honda Motor Southern Africa. His presence underscored the importance of the championship not only to sports development but also to youth engagement and community pride within the region.Other distinguished

Day 1 of the Honda Football Championship 2026 delivered excitement, drama, and early statements as teams in Group A and Group B battled it out under the lights in a thrilling opening round of fixtures.The first game saw University of Business and Integrated Development Studies (UBIDS) take on the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in a tightly contested encounter. UBIDS struck first in the 22nd minute through their number 6, Wale Isaac, who calmly found the back of the net.

Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has indicated that a possible return of André Ayew to the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup would not be unexpected, although he emphasised that the final decision lies solely with the teamâ??s technical handlers.Ayew has been absent from the national setup since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte dâ??Ivoire, where Ghana exited at the group stage. His continued exclusion has fueled debate, particularly after his

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has clarified the circumstances surrounding the withdrawals of Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas-Asante from the Black Stars' friendlies against Austria and Germany.The two attackers had to pull out of Otto Addo's squad due to fitness issues.Asante Twum explains that the decision was made collaboratively by the medical and technical teams.Speaking to Citi Sports, Asante Twum detailed the process

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has outlined the process that led to Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas-Asante being ruled out of the Black Stars' friendlies against Austria and Germany, explaining how the withdrawals were handled.Speaking to Citi Sports, Asante Twum revealed that both clubs contacted Ghana's medical department shortly after their respective league matches on Sunday."So this is normal. Once the squad is

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has outlined the Black Stars' training schedule ahead of Friday's friendly against Austria, explaining the limited preparation time that influenced Otto Addo's squad decisions.Speaking after Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer's late arrival in Vienna, Asante Twum detailed the team's schedule as they finalise preparations for the first of two crucial pre-World Cup friendlies."We

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has clarified why Black Stars head coach Otto Addo decided to call up only one replacement despite losing two forwards to injury ahead of the friendlies against Austria and Germany.Iñaki Williams and Brandon Thomas-Asante were both ruled out after sustaining injuries over the weekend, leaving Ghana with a gap in attack. Instead of bringing in two replacements, Addo opted to add only Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer to the squad.GFA Communications

Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has expressed disappointment after being forced to withdraw from Ghanaâ??s squad for the March international window due to injury.The Coventry City striker was ruled out after picking up a knock in his clubâ??s recent fixture, preventing him from joining the team in Austria for friendlies against Austria and Germany.Reacting to the setback, Thomas-Asante admitted missing out on national team duty was difficult.â??Itâ??s frustrating