Mikel Merino came off the bench to score a dramatic 91st-minute winner as Spain edged past Portugal 1-0 in the World Cup Round of 32, bringing Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream to a heartbreaking end.The Arsenal midfielder, introduced in the 85th minute, latched onto a brilliant pass from Ferran Torres to fire home from close range and send Spain into the quarter-finals.The 41-year-old Ronaldo, who had confirmed before the game that this would be his last World Cup, saw his

France forward Kylian Mbappe has condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla as "despicable" and unworthy of her position after she made a number of racist remarks mocking his origin and education.Amarilla, of Paraguay's Liberal Radical Party, posted her comments on X following her country's defeat to France in the World Cup Round of 16 on Saturday.The French striker, who scored the winning penalty in the second half of the 2-1 victory, responded with a strongly

English-born Ghanaian forward Charles Sagoe Jr continued his rich run of form in the Swedish Allsvenskan after delivering a masterful performance for Kalmar FF in the 3-0 victory over OIS. The 21-year-old provided a brace of assists as the newcomers strolled to victory at the Guldfagen Arena in Kalmar.Sagoe Jr, currently on loan from Arsenal, served Carl Gustafsson with the opener just four minutes into the match, racing from the left to cutback for the Swedish midfielder.After

The Football Association is considering whether to appeal against England defender Jarell Quansah's red card during the World Cup victory over Mexico, sources have confirmed.Quansah was sent off in the 54th minute of Sunday's dramatic 3-2 win at the Azteca Stadium following a VAR review for a high challenge on Mexico defender Jesus Gallardo.The Bayer Leverkusen defender was shown a straight red card after replays confirmed he had gone in on Gallardo with his studs up.

Winger Christopher Bonsu Baah has finally reacted after the Black Stars exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The Al Qadsiah forward, who was one of the most in-form players before the tournament, failed to make an appearance for Ghana at the tournament.The Black Stars were eliminated at the round of 32 following a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in Kansas City last Friday.Despite feeling disappointed by his lack of activity in the USA, Mexico and Canada, Bonsu Baah feels

Ghana forward Inaki Williams has thanked the nation for their support after the Black Stars' World Cup campaign came to an end with a 1-0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32.In a post on X, the Athletic Bilbao striker expressed pride in the team's efforts and gratitude to the fans who backed them throughout the tournament. Williams, 32, made two appearances at the 2026 World Cup. He started Ghana's goalless draw against England and also started the knockout

Ghana defender Mohammed Salisu will work with Felipe Luis at AS Monaco next season. The club has announced the Brazilian as their new manager ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Brazilian signed a contract that will see him lead the French side till the summer of 2028.One of the fast-rising coaches in the world, the former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid player has built an incredible managerial career with hometown club Flamengo."AS Monaco are delighted to announce the appointment

Former Black Stars midfielder Charles 'Taylor' Asampong has been lamenting in the United States following his inability to return to Ghana after the West Africans exited the World Cup.The ex-Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko player made a passionate appeal to Ghanaians to help him return home after attempts to reach the Ghana Football Association and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation failed.According to the ex-footballer, he was on the travel list of the FA but has been

Heart of Lions have appointed Kasim Gokyildiz as their new head coach ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season. The Turkish trainer returns to Ghana to sign a one-year deal with the Kpando-based outfit."We are delighted to officially announce the appointment of Kasim Gokyildiz as the Clubâ??s new Head Coach. Coach Kasim signs a One year deal with renewal options. Woezor coach Kassim to the Lions Den," posted the club on social meedia.Gokyildiz arrives few

Argentina football legend, Sergio Aguero, has warned his outfit to be wary of Egypt threat ahead of their highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash.The defending champions are preparing for a decisive knockout encounter against the North African football powerhouse on Tuesday in the tournament hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The match carries significant stakes, with a place in the quarter-finals on the line.Egypt enter the fixture full of confidence

English-Ghanaian winger Tyrique George has vowed to score goals, create chances and make the fans happy after securing a permanent move to Everton.The 20-year-old attacker joins the Merseyside outfit for an undisclosed fee from Chelsea, signing a contract that will keep him at the Toffees until the end of 2030.After his unveiling, the dynamic attacker promised to deliver good performance by scoring goals and creating chances in an attempt to make fans happy.â??Iâ??m so happy

English-Ghanaian winger Tyrique George has shared his excitement after securing a permanent move to Everton in the current transfer window.The 20-year-old attacker joins the Merseyside outfit for an undisclosed fee, having spent the second half of the 2025/26 campaign on loan with the Toffees.The dynamic attacker, who impressed during his temporary stint with Everton has now signed a four-year contract, keeping him at the club until the end of June 2030.â??Iâ??m so happy to

Black Stars right-back Marvin Senaya will undergo surgery and faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a tournament-ending hamstring injury during Ghanaâ??s 1-0 Round of 32 loss to Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The AJ Auxerre defender was forced off in just the 13th minute of the knockout clash on July 3, a premature exit that proved catastrophic for the West Africans.Head coach Carlos Queiroz later lamented the substitution, stating that the forced tactical

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the independence of FIFA's judicial bodies after the governing body's Disciplinary Committee rescinded the suspension handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun.Balogun was sent off during the USA's 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32, a dismissal that initially ruled him out of the Americans' Round of 16 showdown against Belgium.However, FIFA's independent Disciplinary

The National Sports Authority has dismissed allegations of financial impropriety surrounding renovation works at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium after a viral video sparked criticism over the condition of the playing surface.In a statement issued by its Ashanti Regional Directorate, the Authority said the footage showed staff carrying out routine maintenance as part of preparations for the 2026/27 football season.It noted that comments accompanying the video questioned the methods

Edin Terzic officially launched his tenure as new Athletic Bilbao head coach on Monday morning by meeting club captain Iñaki Williams at the Lezama training facility.The highly anticipated introductory session marked the formal start of the German manager's first pre-season campaign in Spain, following his recent appointment on a lucrative two-year contract succeeding long-standing boss Ernesto Valverde.Williams reported to the complex to complete mandatory pre-season medical

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has announced a 27-player provisional squad as Ghana steps up preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.The squad combines experienced internationals with emerging talents as the Swedish trainer begins the final phase of preparations for the continental tournament.Captain Portia Boakye headlines the squad alongside established names including Grace Asantewaa, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, Jennifer Cudjoe,

The Black Princesses have stepped up preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup after resuming camp at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.Head coach Charles Sampson has invited 45 players for the latest phase of camping as he begins narrowing down his squad ahead of the tournament in Poland.The players will take part in intensive training sessions, tactical exercises and assessment matches as the technical team evaluates the group before selecting

Ghana defender Marvin Senaya has reflected on the Black Starsâ?? 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign following their Round of 32 elimination, praising the teamâ??s spirit despite the disappointment of exit.The West African powerhouse exited the tournament after succumbing to a 1-0 defeat to Colombia at the Kansas City Stadium last Saturday. Jhon Arias' first-half strike was enough for the South America outfit to progress to the round 16 of the global showpiece, being co-hosted

Ghana international Lawrence Ati Zigi has expressed deep disappointment following the Black Starsâ?? elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The West African powerhouse exited the tournament after succumbing to a 1-0 defeat to Colombia at the Kansas City Stadium last Saturday. Jhon Arias' first-half strike was enough for the South America outfit to progress to the round 16 of the global showpiece, being co-hosted in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Having been eliminated,