Jamaica have booked a high-stakes showdown with DR Congo after edging past New Caledonia 1-0 in the semi-final of the intercontinental play-offs.The hard-fought victory ensures Jamaica progress to the final stage of the qualifiers, where they will now battle DR Congo on Tuesday, March 31, for a coveted place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match, set to be played in Mexico, promises to be a tense and decisive encounter with global stakes.For the Leopards of DR Congo, the fixture
Croatia, one of Ghanaâ??s opponents for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, delivered a strong performance to secure victory over Colombia in an international friendly match on Thursday.The European side showed resilience and determination to defeat their South American counterparts 2-1 in a highly competitive clash, held at the Camping World Stadium in the United States.The 2018 World Cup finalists were handed an early scare after Jhon Arias gave Colombia the lead just two minutes into
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has declared his team ready for todayâ??s international friendly against Austria.The European side will host Ghana at Viennaâ??s Ernst-Happel-Stadion, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 GMT.Addressing the media on Thursday, Addo acknowledged the threat posed by Austria and their coach, Ralf Rangnick, but emphasized that his players must focus on executing their strategy to the letter."We now have to execute the plan perfectly. Like I said, it
The Black Starsâ?? preparations in Vienna were overshadowed by a robbery at their team hotel ahead of todayâ??s international friendly against Austria, a reliable source has told Sporty FM.Ghanaâ??s senior national team began their camp on Sunday, with training sessions starting Monday.After their third session on Wednesday, two players reported that their Rolex watches, valued at $20,000, had been stolen.The following day, a technical team member also discovered that $2,250
Ghana will take on Austria in an international friendly on Friday evening at the iconic Ernst Happel Stadium, in what promises to be a high-level test for both World Cup-bound nations.The match, scheduled for 18:00 local time and broadcast live on Ghana Television and TV 3, forms part of preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, with over 40,000 tickets already sold, underlining the anticipation surrounding the fixture.Austria head coach Ralf Rangnick has made it clear that
The Parliament of Ghana is preparing to unveil the third edition of the Democracy Cup, a flagship initiative designed to promote national unity and deepen democratic values through sport.In a statement released by the Parliamentary Service, Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, is expected to lead the official launch on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:00 GMT.The ceremony will be held at the Justice D. F. Annan Auditorium within Parliament House in Accra.The launch
The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) has successfully hosted the fourth edition of its Corporate Sports Jamboree, reinforcing its commitment to promoting networking, collaboration, and healthy living among member companies.With Enterprise Group as lead sponsors, and supported by Blue Skies Ghana LTD., Voltic (GH) LTD., and Kasapreko PLC, the event attracted 700 employees and their families from 30 UKGCC member companies for a vibrant day of sporting activities and corporate
Medeama SC will be aiming to reignite their Ghana Premier League title charge when they welcome Eleven Wonders to the Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium on Friday.The Mauve and Yellow, who once held a commanding lead at the top of the table, now find themselves under pressure, trailing reigning champions Bibiani Gold Stars by two points with just eight matches remaining. What once looked like a smooth title push has faltered at a critical stage of the season.Their 2-1 defeat to Dreams FC
Ghana coach Otto Addo has shared his excitement over Derrick Kohn's decision to chose the Black Stars over Germany, the country of his birth. The Hamburg-born wing-back switched nationalities in November 2025, and made his debut for the Black Stars in the 2-0 defeat to Japan in the Kirin Cup tournament.Kohn has been invited for the friendlies against Austria and Germany in March's international window."We are happy that he has chosen Ghana," said Addo, as
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has underscored the deep sense of pride and responsibility that comes with representing the Black Stars, as the team prepares for Friday's friendly against Austria.Speaking ahead of the match in Vienna, Ayew stressed that despite a few late withdrawals from the squad, the players called upon are fully committed to the national cause."We want to play for our country; we want to do well for our country. So, every game is important. Tomorrow is going
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has pledged that the Black Stars will give everything in their two high-profile friendlies against Austria and Germany, insisting the squad is determined to make a statement on the international stage.Speaking ahead of Friday's clash with Austria in Vienna, Ayew acknowledged the quality of the opposition but expressed confidence in the team's readiness."We are going to try to put in our best performance. We are not here for holidays. We are
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has made it clear that the Black Stars are in Vienna for serious business, vowing to deliver strong performances in their two high-profile friendlies against Austria and Germany.Speaking ahead of Friday's clash with Austria, Ayew emphasized that despite a few late withdrawals, the squad remains focused and determined."We want to play for our country; we want to do well for our country. So, every game is important. Tomorrow is going to be a tough
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has insisted that his side will not be distracted by Monday's high-profile clash with Germany, with all focus fixed firmly on Friday's friendly against Austria.Speaking ahead of the match in Vienna, Addo stressed that modern football leaves no room for complacency, pointing to recent World Cup results as proof that any team can beat any other."To be honest, in modern-day football, I think everyone can beat everyone. I'm very, very sure,
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has made it clear that his side's attention is locked entirely on Friday's friendly against Austria, dismissing any thoughts of their high-profile clash with Germany until after the first test is done.Speaking ahead of the match in Vienna, Addo stressed that modern football leaves no room for complacency, pointing to recent World Cup results as proof that any team can beat any other."To be honest, in modern-day football, I think everyone
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has urged his players to remain fully focused on Friday's friendly against Austria, insisting that no opponent can be taken lightly in modern football.Speaking ahead of the international friendly in Vienna, Addo stressed that the unpredictability of today's game means every team must be respected."In modern-day football, to be honest, everyone can beat everyone. I'm very sure. We saw it at the last FIFA World Cup that there is no team
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed full confidence in Otto Addo's leadership, crediting the Black Stars head coach with building a new mentality that will serve the team well at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking ahead of Ghana's friendlies against Austria and Germany, Okraku highlighted the unseen but crucial work that has gone into transforming the team's mindset."The intangible assets that have been put together by coach Otto
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has declared that the Black Stars no longer approach matches against football's traditional powerhouses with fear, pointing to the transformation under head coach Otto Addo.Speaking ahead of Ghana's friendly against Germany on March 30, Okraku reflected on how perceptions of such fixtures have shifted."A few years ago, if you heard a fixture like Ghana versus Germany, you would be afraid. But today, we are very
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed strong confidence in the Black Stars ahead of their high-profile friendly against Germany, insisting that head coach Otto Addo has instilled a mindset that fears no opponent.Ghana face Austria on Friday, March 27, before taking on Germany in Stuttgart three days later as part of their final preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking to the media ahead of the two fixtures, Okraku reflected on how perceptions
Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah is anticipating a challenging contest for his side this weekend when they take on FC Samartex in the Ghana Premier League. Speaking in a pre-match interview, the coach disclosed that the contest would likely be a matter of life and death, especially when the opponent is winless in their last six matches.â??The game is very crucial and very important. Samartex have gone six matches without a win, so it means playing against us at their home,
The German Embassy in Accra will host a Football Day and public match viewing on March 30, 2026, to celebrate the upcoming friendly between Germany and Ghana, as anticipation for the FIFA World Cup continues to build.The event aims to bring together players, youth academies, football officials, and fans, reflecting the deep connections between the two countries that extend beyond diplomacy into sustained cultural and sporting exchange.Football exemplifies these ties vividly. Germany's
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