Ghana's group opponents England rounded up preparations ahead of the World Cup with a convincing victory over Costa Rica on Wednesday evening. The Three Lions strolled to victory with strikes from Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Ollie Watkins.The 1966 winners got off to a blistering start after the Arsenal midfielder fired home following a brilliant cut back from new Barcelona forward Gordon.Gordon went from provider to scorer in the second half after converting from the

Ghana's group opponents England rounded up preparations ahead of the World Cup with a convincing victory over Costa Rica on Wednesday evening. The Three Lions strolled to victory with strikes from Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Ollie Watkins.The 1966 winners got off to a blistering start after the Arsenal midfielder fired home following a brilliant cut back from new Barcelona forward Gordon.Gordon went from provider to scorer in the second half after converting from the

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised FIFA and its current leadership following Somali referee Omar Artan's denial of entry into the United States just days before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The incident has sparked debate over the responsibilities of host nations and FIFA's role in ensuring that all tournament officials are granted access to participate in the competition.Speaking on the matter, Blatter described the situation as both "unbelievable

Former Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin has made his pick for the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The player, who is currently on the books of Real Betis, is backing Morocco to reach the tournament final to face Spain.Despite putting a lot of faith in the Atlas Lions, Bellerin believes Spain will come up on top to lift the trophy at the end of it all."Spain and Morocco will reach the final, and La Roja will win the World Cup,� he said as reported on the Real Betis social

The wait for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly over, with 16 stadiums across the United States, Mexico, and Canada preparing to host the largest tournament in football history.Featuring 48 nations and 104 matches, the competition promises a month of unforgettable action at some of the world's most iconic sporting venues.With the opening match scheduled for Thursday, June 11, here is a closer look at the stadiums that will define the 2026 World Cup.Estadio Azteca Continues Its

No Ghanaian player features among the 20 most-followed footballers at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Cristiano Ronaldo comfortably leading the global rankings.A study by MyBettingSites.co.uk, which analysed the Instagram accounts of 1,244 players across all 48 World Cup squads, found that Portugal captain Ronaldo has 665.6 million followers, the highest of any player at the tournament.Lionel Messi of Argentina ranks second with 506.5 million followers, followed by Brazil's Neymar

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday, June 11, but it is remarkable to think the tournament could have been staged in Africa.Morocco's dream of becoming the second African nation to host the World Cup came to an end on June 13, 2018, when its bid was defeated by the joint proposal from the United States, Canada and Mexico.The United Bid won convincingly with 134 votes, while Morocco received 65, easily surpassing the 104 votes required to secure hosting rights.Although

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has called on fans and the media to celebrate the unifying power of the FIFA World Cup, urging critics not to lose sight of the tournament's ability to bring people together.Speaking ahead of the start of the 2026 World Cup, Infantino acknowledged that criticism of FIFA and the tournament is inevitable but appealed for the focus to remain on football and the emotions the competition inspires."We want to unite the world. If I can ask you

Speaking in an interview with 3news, DSP Gabriel Alorsey confirmed the incident and said the two suspects will be arraigned on June 11.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the ticketing process for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting demand for tickets has been unprecedented despite criticism over high prices and concerns about stadium attendance.The tournament's ticketing system has come under scrutiny in recent months, with supporters and several football associations questioning pricing, availability and the transparency of ticket allocations.Official face-value ticket prices range from $120 for

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has expressed sympathy for Somali referee Omar Artan after he was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while stressing that football's governing body cannot override decisions made by national authorities.Artan, who had been selected to officiate at the tournament, was refused entry upon arrival in the United States despite holding a valid visa, bringing an end to his hopes of becoming the first Somali referee

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says efforts are continuing to find a solution after Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Artan, who was selected to officiate at the tournament, was refused entry by U.S. authorities upon arrival in Miami despite holding a valid visa. U.S. officials later said the decision was linked to alleged associations with suspected members of terrorist organisations, a claim Artan has denied.Speaking

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has expressed its appreciation to Sunon Asogli Power Ghana Limited for supporting the 2026 Elite U15 Girls Championship, a competition aimed at developing the next generation of female footballers in the country.The Association said the sponsorship reflects the growing importance of partnerships in strengthening grassroots women's football and expanding opportunities for young players.The Elite U15 Girls Championship forms part of the GFA's

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has released the timetable for the club licensing process ahead of the 2026/27 football season, outlining key dates and compliance requirements for clubs seeking participation in domestic competitions.According to the Club Licensing Department, the application process will officially open on Monday, June 29, 2026, marking the start of preparations for clubs competing in the Ghana Premier League, Access Bank Division One League and Women's

GLICO General Insurance has presented a GH¢15 million Personal Accident Insurance Cover and cash support package to the Black Stars and officials of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The presentation forms part of the company's continued commitment to supporting Ghanaian sports and ensuring national athletes, technical staff and officials are adequately protected while representing the country on the international stage.The

Black Stars forward Prince Kwabena Adu has described his inclusion in Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad as a significant achievement, acknowledging the intense competition for places within the national team.The Viktoria Plzen striker is among several players preparing to represent Ghana at football's biggest tournament after earning a place in Carlos Queiroz's final squad for the competition in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.For Adu Kwabena, the call-up represents

Heart of Lions have opened negotiations with Hohoe United centre-back Kwame Paul as they look to bolster their defensive options ahead of the new season.The highly rated defender has attracted interest from several clubs, but Heart of Lions are currently leading the race as they push to secure his signature.The club is eager to strengthen at the back, and Paul has emerged as a primary target.Negotiations between the two sides are ongoing, with Heart of Lions hopeful of reaching

Swedru All Blacks are in advanced talks to sign Tamale City forward Musah Salisu on a permanent deal, according to an exclusive report.Negotiations between the two clubs are at an advanced stage, with both parties optimistic about reaching an agreement soon.The move would mark the first signing of the new season for All Blacks as they look to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the upcoming campaign.Salisu has attracted interest following his performances for Tamale City,

Newly promoted Ghana Premier League side Port City are in advanced negotiations to appoint former FC Samartex head coach Christopher Ennin as their new manager.The two parties are making significant progress in talks, with a deal expected to be finalised in the coming days.Ennin, who previously guided FC Samartex, brings valuable top-flight experience to the Premier League newcomers as they prepare for life in Ghana's elite division.A new challenge could be on the horizon for

Vision FC head coach Nana Agyemang has confirmed he will not continue with the club following the expiration of his contract, bringing an end to his tenure.The tactician, who earlier revealed his decision to Mohammed Shaban, has opted to move on and pursue a new challenge in the next chapter of his coaching career.Agyemang's departure comes as Vision FC begin preparations for the upcoming season, with the club now expected to search for a replacement.His next destination remains