St Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi says playing at another FIFA World Cup is the fulfilment of a childhood dream as he prepares for the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The 29-year-old is in contention to start for the Black Stars after producing an impressive display in Ghana's warm-up friendly against Wales."As a kid, everyone dreams of playing on this big platform. For me, it's actually a big dream because you get to face big players. You

Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi believes the Black Stars' unity and positive atmosphere within the squad can help the team enjoy a successful campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The St. Gallen shot-stopper said the players have built a strong bond during their preparations and are determined to carry that spirit into the tournament."I think it's really a good group. We're all together. We fight for each other. You can see there's really positive vibes

Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has praised Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz, describing the Portuguese tactician as an experienced manager whose knowledge has been invaluable to the squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Queiroz was appointed just two months before the tournament after Otto Addo was dismissed following a run of poor results. Despite the limited preparation time, the former Portugal, Iran and Egypt coach has quickly set about instilling his ideas as Ghana prepares

A United States official has said Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the country ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup because of "association with suspected members of terror organizations."The official, who spoke anonymously due to visa privacy laws, confirmed the reason after Artan was turned away at Miami International Airport on Saturday. Earlier, White House FIFA Task Force executive director Andrew Giuliani said the decision was made for "very good

Somalia's Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, has received international referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan at his office in Mogadishu, praising the official's resilience and professionalism following his exclusion from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Artan recently returned home after being denied entry into the United States, where he was due to attend FIFA's pre-tournament seminar for match officials selected for the World Cup.The decision prevented the 34-year-old from becoming

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has expressed satisfaction with his teamâ??s preparations ahead of the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing their recent training camp as productive despite facing logistical setbacks.The senior womenâ??s national team have been based in Accra for the June international window after withdrawing from a planned three-nation tournament in Tanzania, which was originally intended to sharpen their readiness for

Former Ghana head coach Otto Addo has officially commenced duties as a member of FIFA's Technical Study Group (TSG) for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the sole African representative on the prestigious panel.Addo joins an elite 11-member team tasked with analysing tactical trends, coaching innovations and team performances throughout the tournament. The group also plays a key role in determining recipients of major individual awards at the World Cup.The FIFA Technical Study

Betway is marking a decade of operations in Ghana this June, celebrating ten years of delivering world-class sports and online entertainment while placing customers at the heart of the experience.Since launching in Ghana, Betway has helped redefine how sports fans engage with their passion, bringing thrilling moments, big wins, and a dynamic betting experience to thousands of customers across the country.To commemorate this milestone, Betway is introducing â??ITâ??S YOUR TENâ?

Somali referee Omar Artan has returned to Mogadishu to a heroâ??s welcome after being denied entry into the United States, a setback that will prevent him from making history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The 34-year-old official had been selected among FIFAâ??s match officials for the tournament and was set to become the first Somali referee to take on an on-field role at footballâ??s biggest event.However, his dream was cut short when US immigration authorities refused him

England manager Thomas Tuchel says they are being careful with the management of forward Bukayo Saka ahead of the World Cup. The Arsenal talisman missed part of the just-ended campaign due to an Achilles injury, but returned in time for the run-in as the Gunners were crowned champions.Despite being declared fit, Tuchel insists the player is continuously under careful scrutiny over his fitness."We still have to take a little bit of care for Bukayo [Saka] who had an injury

Croatia, Ghana's group opponents, have finally arrived in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 2018 World Cup runners-up touched down in the Washington on Tuesday, before moving to their base in Alexandria, Virginia.The players led by veteran midfielder Luka Modric were met by hundreds of Croatian fans, who cheered them on as they descended from their team bus to their hotel.Croatia will pitch camp at the AKA Hotel and will train at the Episcopal High School.The

Ghanaian midfielder Lawrence Ofori believes the Black Stars can make it out of their group at the FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars will face Central Americans Panama in their opening game before engaging 1966 winners England and 2018 runners-up Croatia in Group L.Ghana qualified for the World Cup after finishing top of their group, winning eight matches, drawing one and losing one.However, their failure to qualify for AFCON 2025 has left many in doubt of the team's chances.But

The Black Stars will wrap up their 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage campaign on June 27 when they face Croatia at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.It is a match that could determine whether Ghana progresses to the knockout rounds or exits the tournament early.With both sides likely to approach the game with high stakes and tactical caution, this encounter promises to be defined by fine margins.This breakdown explores how Ghana can exploit Croatiaâ??s weaknesses to secure

Veteran French coach Claude Le Roy has been appointed as the new head coach of the Congo national team, marking a return to familiar territory for one of African footballâ??s most experienced and respected managers.The 78-year-old tactician, widely known as the "White Wizard" for his extensive work across the African continent, has been entrusted with leading the Red Devils through a crucial rebuilding phase.His appointment was officially announced by Congo's Ministry

Burkina Faso football has been plunged into mourning following the death of former international defender Ben Aziz Zagre at the age of 27 after a battle with bone cancer.The central defender, who represented Burkina Faso at various levels, had been suffering from bone cancer in his knee, an illness that forced him to bring his playing career to a premature end in 2025.Zagre was widely regarded as one of Burkina Faso's promising defensive talents and proudly wore the national

Ghana will face one of the tournament favourites when they take on England in their second Group L match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on June 23.The clash at Boston Stadium will mark the first competitive meeting between the two nations, with the Three Lions arriving as one of the strongest squads in the competition, led by prolific striker Harry Kane.With Thomas Tuchel at the helm, England have developed a clear tactical identity built around attacking quality, midfield dominance

FIFA has confirmed its most expansive Fan Festival programme in tournament history, with 13 Host City sites set to bring the FIFA World Cup 2026 atmosphere to life across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.Stretching nearly 4,000 kilometres across three nations, the FIFA Fan Festival - the official fan destination of the tournament - will feature giant match screens, live concerts, interactive football experiences, sponsor activations, and locally inspired food and culture. Entry

FIFA has unveiled additional performers for its World Cup 2026 Countdown Concert series, a landmark live music event set to take place simultaneously across three cities on Wednesday, 10 June - the eve of the tournament's kick-off.Developed in collaboration with the Grammy Awards, the concerts will light up Toronto, Mexico City, and Los Angeles with an extraordinary blend of music, football, and culture.In Toronto, Canadian rock icon Bryan Adams will be joined by The Beaches,

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has issued a public warning against a company called Match Experience Hospitality (MEH), located at F43/6 Labone Crescent, Accra, following a formal complaint from FIFA's legal representatives.FIFA has confirmed that MEH has been promoting and selling World Cup 2026 ticketing, hospitality, and travel packages without any official authorisation, accreditation, or endorsement from the global football body or its designated commercial partners.The

Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign begins on June 17 with a crucial Group L encounter against Panama.The opponent is a side that has quietly built a reputation for being one of CONCACAF's most organised and difficult teams to break down.While the Black Stars may enter the match as slight favourites, Panama possesses enough quality and tactical discipline to make life difficult for Carlos Queiroz's men.Panama Arrive with ConfidencePanama heads into the World Cup