Danish-Ghanaian teenage sensation Malik Pimpong is on the verge of completing a move to Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt from Danish champions FC Midtjylland in a deal reportedly worth between 2.5 million Euros and 3 million Euros. The highly-rated 18-year-old forward, who is the son of former Ghana international Razak Pimpong, has emerged as one of the brightest young attacking talents in Denmark following a remarkable 2025/26 campaign.According to Sky Sport Germany, the

The Black Stars of Ghana have secured at least $13.5 million in FIFA prize money after reaching the Round of 32 in the 2026 World Cup.The four-time African champions confirmed their place in the knockout stage after finishing 3rd in Group L with just four points after three games.FIFA has set aside a record $871 million in total team payments for the tournament, including $655 million in performance-based prize money, $120 million in preparation funds, and additional support

Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has been recognised among the elite performers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage after being included in Optaâ??s Best XI, following a string of commanding displays for the Black Stars.The AJ Auxerre right-back featured in all three of Ghanaâ??s group matches against Panama, England and Croatia, steadily growing in influence as the tournament progressed.His most eye-catching performance came against England, where he produced a disciplined

Former Ghana international Abdul Majeed Waris has praised the Black Stars for securing qualification to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while urging the team to learn from their mistakes ahead of the crucial Round of 32 clash against Colombia.Ghana sealed their place in the knockout phase after finishing third in Group L, setting up a tough encounter with the South American side scheduled for Saturday, July 4.The Black Stars began their campaign with a narrow victory

Vision FC have confirmed the appointment of Montenegrin coach Predrag Jaredic as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.The 40-year-old replaces Nana Kweku Agyeman, who stepped down from his role following the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign.Jaredic arrives with a UEFA A Licence and a strong reputation for youth development after spending the last six years with Chinese Super League side Qingdao Hainiu FC, where he served as head coach of the club's

Former Ghana international Jonathan Mensah has expressed confidence in the Black Stars ahead of their crucial Round of 32 clash against Colombia at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.Ghana booked their place in the knockout stage after finishing third in Group L, setting up a high-stakes encounter with the South American side scheduled for Saturday, July 4.The Black Stars opened their campaign with a narrow win over Panama, shared

Former Italy international Mario Balotelli has expressed his admiration for Ghana and Manchester City attacker Antoine Semenyo.Semenyo, who joined the Premier League giants in the January window has been one of Ghanaâ??s standout performers in recent times, earning plaudits for his energy, direct attacking style and ability to trouble defenders with his strength and pace.The versatile forward has continued his fine form at the 2026 World Cup, playing a key role in Ghanaâ??s

Former Italy striker Mario Balotelli has declared his support for Ghana at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting he is proud of his Ghanaian roots and enjoys watching the Black Stars play.With Italy absent from the tournament, the ex-AC Milan and Manchester City forward revealed he is firmly backing Ghana to succeed at the global showpiece.â??There is no Italy in the World Cup, so I support Ghana. I am from Ghana, and Iâ??m proud,â? Balotelli said.Meanwhile, Balotelli

Italian side Como are eyeing a move for Ghana international Jerome Opoku following an outstanding performances at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, GHANAsoccernet.com can report.Opoku, who currently plays for Turkish outfit Istanbul Basaksehir, has attracted growing interest after a series of commanding displays for both club and country in recent times.The towering centre-back has been one of Ghanaâ??s standout performers at the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada

Spain could be set for a major setback ahead of the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Nico Williams at risk of missing the remainder of the tournament due to an injury setback.Williams sustained a significant muscle problem during Spainâ??s recent group-stage fixture, prompting immediate concern from the national teamâ??s medical staff.As per reports, the Athletic Bilbao star could miss the remainder of the World Cup, dealing a huge blow to Spainâ??s attacking

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has praised the outstanding performance of African nations at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after nine teams secured qualification to the knockout stage of the tournament.For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, 90 percent of Africaâ??s representatives advanced from the group phase, marking a major milestone for football on the continent and highlighting Africaâ??s growing strength on the global stage.The

Egypt star Mohamed Salah is a major doubt for the2026 World Cup Round of 32 match against Australia due to muscle injury.The pacey winger and experienced winger suffered a strain in the posterior muscles during the 1-1 draw against Iran in Egyptâ??s final Group G fixture, a result that secured their historic qualification to the knockout stage.Salah was forced off in the 57th minute of the match after feeling discomfort, sparking immediate concern over the severity of the injury.According

Canada secured a dramatic late victory over South Africa on Sunday night to book their place in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a late strike deciding a tightly contested knockout clash.Missed chances, outstanding goalkeeping, and relentless pressure from both sides defined the pulsating match in Los Angeles.Ronwen Williams produced a string of world-class saves to keep South Africa in the contest during a difficult opening spell. In the 22nd minute, Derek Cornelius

Forward Prince Kwabena Adu has urged his teammates to keep pushing after the Black Stars reached the round of 32 following a successful group stage. The West African made it to the knockout stage for the third time after finishing third in Group L with four points. Ghana defeated Panama and drew with England in their first two matches which was enough to send the team to the round of 32.And despite the defeat to Croatia in Philadelphia on Saturday, Ghana set up a clash with Colombia

Carlos Queiroz believes Ghana emerged from Saturday's defeat to Croatia with valuable lessons that could prove decisive in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars suffered a 2-1 defeat in Philadelphia but still secured a place in the Round of 32, where they will meet Colombia.Rather than dwell on the result, Queiroz focused on the progress his side has made since he took charge earlier this year."I learned a lot in this game," he said."The best

Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz admitted costly defensive errors proved decisive in his side's 2-1 defeat to Croatia, saying the Black Stars made "one critical mistake more" than their opponents in the decisive Group L clash.Petar Sucic gave Croatia the lead with a spectacular long-range strike before Derrick Luckassen equalised in the second half. However, Nikola Vlasic headed home the winner seven minutes from time to hand Croatia all three points.Queiroz acknowledged

FIFA has unveiled the official knockout bracket for the 2026 World Cup following the conclusion of the group stage, confirming the path each of the 32 remaining nations must navigate in pursuit of football's biggest prize.After 72 group-stage matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico, the tournament now enters its knockout phase, where every match is winner-takes-all.The bracket features several heavyweight clashes in the Round of 32. Brazil face Japan, Portugal take

Croatia forward Ivan Perisic believes Croatia will be unstoppable if they play like they did against Ghana on Saturday in Philadelphia. The PSV winger starred for the 2018 World Cup finalist as the edged Ghana 2-1 and finish in second place in Group L.A first half strike from Petar Sucic and a late header from Nikola Vlasic was sandwiched by a consolation goal from Derrick Luckassen."It was good. Much better than in the first two games. They didn't really attack in

Croatia captain Luka Modric believes the victory over Ghana will inspire their tournament after reaching the last 32 of the World Cup. The 2018 World Cup runners-up defeated Ghana 2-1 to advance by finishing second in Group L.Petar Sucic opened the scoring in Philadelphia before Derrick Luckassen levelled in the second half. A late Nikola Vlasic header sealed the win for Croatia.And according to Modric, Ghana gave Croatia a good game on Saturday night."It was a pretty good

Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic has hailed his team for delivering a tactical masterpiece in their 2-1 victory over Ghana in the final Group L game in Philadelphia. Nikola Vaslic's late header secured a deserved three points for the Europeans, which also placed them above Ghana as they progressed to the round of 32.In the thrilling encounter, the 2018 semi-finalist opened the scoring through Petar Sucic in the 31st minute before Ghana levelled through Derrick Luckassen with 17