Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Fred Pappoe, has shared reasons for his optimism about the Black Stars' chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite the team's low FIFA ranking and recent struggles.Speaking to Citi Sports following Ghana's drop to 74th in the latest FIFA Coca-Cola rankings, Pappoe pointed to the quality of players likely to make the final 26-man squad as a source of comfort."I don't have an idea as to what is

Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Fred Pappoe, has expressed confidence in the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team can defy expectations despite their low ranking.His comments follow Ghana's drop to 74th in the latest FIFA Coca-Cola rankings, placing the four-time African champions among the lowest-ranked teams heading into the tournament.Speaking to Citi Sports, Pappoe stressed that with the right mentality and a well-structured

Defending champions Ghana have drawn Guinea, Tanzania and Burkina Faso in Group B in the Girlsâ?? category of the 2026 CAF African Schools Football Championship.Last year, the Black Damsels posted a 2-0 win over Uganda on home soil to win the fourth edition of the competition.This yearâ??s competition will be hosted by Zimbabwe and will run from 6-10 April.Winners of both the Boys and Girls categories will receive US$ 300 000, with runners-up receiving US$ 200,000 while third-place

The decision to part ways with the Head Coach of the Black Stars was not taken lightly.According to a thorough technical assessment conducted over a period, the team had not been making the required technical and tactical progress expected at the highest level of international football.Despite securing qualification for the FIFA World Cup, recent performances suggested deeper issues.Observers noted clear signs of tactical disorganisation, lack of structural coherence, the absence

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially opened negotiations with former Germany head coach Joachim Low over the vacant Black Stars job, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report.This follows the recent departure of Otto Addo, with the GFA moving swiftly to secure a high-profile replacement ahead of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Sources close to the discussions reveal that initial talks between both parties have been positive, with Low expressing genuine interest

Morocco is positioning itself as a serious contender to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final amid recent fallout.The move comes in the aftermath of a troubling incident during an international friendly between Egypt and Spain at the RCDE Stadium. While the match itself ended in a goalless draw, the events off the ball have sparked widespread condemnation.Egyptian players were reportedly booed during their national anthem, before sections of the crowd crossed a dangerous line, chanting

Hohoe United have launched a scathing attack on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) after confirming their withdrawal from the ongoing Premier League, citing what they describe as â??systemic unfairness, procedural manipulation and apparent bias.â?In a detailed three-page statement issued on April 2, the club said the decision, taken after an emergency board meeting, was â??painful but necessaryâ? and made with immediate effect, despite being fully aware of the consequences.â??We

Former Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has dismissed calls for the immediate appointment of a Ghanaian coach to replace Otto Addo, urging the Ghana Football Association to prioritise experience and continental pedigree in its next hire.With the Black Stars coaching role under intense scrutiny, Vanderpuye argued that the focus must shift from nationality to competence, stressing the need for a tactician who understands the current player pool and can quickly impose a coherent

Former Ghana defender Hans Adu Sarpei believes the Black Starsâ?? upcoming clash against England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be an unpredictable encounter where "anything can happen."Speaking to Joy Sports, the veteran of the 2010 World Cup campaign highlighted the unique psychological and physical atmosphere that surrounds a fixture between the two nations, noting that while England remains a formidable opponent, the specific dynamic of this rivalry changes the

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the Continental Finals of the CAF African Schools Football Championship Zimbabwe 2026 will be broadcast live on SuperSport from April 6 to 10 in Harare.The competition, an initiative spearheaded by CAF President Patrice Motsepe, continues to grow in stature as Africaâ??s largest schools football programme.Since its inception, the tournament has engaged over three million boys and girls across the continent, providing

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah is upbeat ahead of his teamâ??s Ghana Premier League clash against Medeama SC.The Hunters are set to welcome the league leaders on Saturday, April 4, in their Week 28 fixture of the 2025/26 league campaign.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Kobina Amissah noted that his team will set up to defend from the flanks to neutralise the attack of the away side.He believes that if his players are able to execute their game plan, they will have

Bechem United midfielder Kofi Tompuo has disclosed that players are feeling good after securing their first away win in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.After failing to win any of their 13 away matches of the season, the Hunters finally secured their first last weekend when they travelled to Samreboi to overcome FC Samartex 2-1.Speaking on the result, Kofi Tompuo noted that the feeling in camp is now great, and players are motivated heading into the upcoming games.â??..the

Former Ghana international Hans Adu Sarpei has warned that the Black Starsâ?? opening match against Panama will be their most difficult challenge at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking to Joy Sports, the veteran defender cautioned against the growing narrative that the Central American side represents an easy three points for Ghana.Sarpei believes the immense pressure to win the opener makes it more dangerous than subsequent fixtures against England and Croatia.He suggested that

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has thrown his support behind the federation's decision to dismiss head coach Otto Addo, just 72 days before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Pappoe characterised the move as a "good decision," citing a visible decline in the team's performance and a loss of tactical direction.The GFA officially parted ways with Addo on March 31, following a disastrous international window that saw the Black Stars suffer

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President Fred Pappoe has urged the football governing body to prioritise a successor to Otto Addo who possesses an intimate understanding of the national teamâ??s internal dynamics.Speaking to Joy Sports, Pappoe emphasised that with the 2026 FIFA World Cup only 70 days away, the Black Stars cannot afford a lengthy transitional period under a coach unfamiliar with the local "system."Pappoeâ??s comments follow the GFAâ??s

The Ghana Football Association are reportedly considering Tom Saintfiet for the vacant Black Stars coaching job following Otto Addoâ??s departure.Ghana is currently without a substantive trainer following the sacking of Otto Addo on the back of the Black Stars dismal form.With the search for a new leader underway, the Ghana FA hierarchy is carefully evaluating several high-profile candidates for the job.According to reports, the former Gambia coach, who is currently manage Mali

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has defended the decision to retain Otto Addo as head coach of the Black Stars despite the teamâ??s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Ghana missed the continental tournament in Morocco for the first time in over 20 years, finishing bottom of their group after six matches.The disappointing results sparked calls from fans and media for Addoâ??s dismissal, but the GFA opted to keep him in charge.Speaking

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie has dismissed attempts to pin the turmoil surrounding Hohoe United on GFA President Kurt Okraku, insisting the situation is a shared failure between club owners and the football governing body.His remarks come in the wake of Hohoe Unitedâ??s decision on April 1, 2026, to withdraw from the ongoing 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, citing systemic challenges and what they describe as unfair treatment.Speaking

The race for supremacy in the University of Ghana Corporate Football League (Group A) is intensifying after Match Week 6, with Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) holding firm at the summit of the table.GCAA remain unbeaten after six matches, recording four wins and two draws to accumulate 14 points. Their dominance is underlined by an impressive goal difference of +12, having scored 14 goals while conceding just twice making them one of the most defensively solid sides in the

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Chairman Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe has criticised the decision to keep Otto Addo in charge of the Black Stars, insisting the coach should have been dismissed much earlier.Addo, who was reappointed in March 2024, has since been relieved of his duties following a string of disappointing results in the build-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana suffered a 5-1 defeat to Austria in Vienna before falling 2-1 to Germany in Stuttgart during the March