Anderlecht Futures centre-back Dacosta Antwi has earned his first Ghana initiation for the upcoming international friendly match against Mexico.The West African football powerhouse are gearing up for the 2026 World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico from next month.However, the Black Stars new coach Carlos Queiroz has summoned 23 players for the highly-profiled friendly match, with the former Ghana U20 star earning a place in the team.The 19-year-old defender

Heart of Lions captain Ebenezer Abban has earned his first senior national team invitation after being named in Ghanaâ??s squad for the upcoming international friendly against Mexico.The defenderâ??s inclusion marks a significant milestone in his career, following consistent performances in the Ghana Premier League that have elevated his profile among the countryâ??s top domestic talents.His leadership at club level has been a key factor in attracting the attention of the

Stoke City forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi has earned his first Black Stars invitation ahead of the international friendly match against Mexico.The West African football powerhouse are gearing up for the 2026 World Cup to be co-hosted by United States, Canada and Mexico from next month.Rak-Sakyi, who joined Stoke City in the winter transfer window from Crystal Palace is among several debutants in the squad for the impending friendly encounter, marking a significant step in his growing

Dreams FC goalkeeper Gidios Aseako has earned his first-ever call-up to the Ghana call-up following a series of impressive performances in the Ghana Premier League, marking a significant breakthrough in his career.The 21-year-old shot stopper is among several home-based players to have made the cut for the upcoming pre-World Cup friendly match against Mexico.His consistent displays throughout the Ghana Premier League campaign caught the attention of the Black Stars technical team

FC Lorient defender Nathaniel Adjei has earned a recall to the Ghana Black Stars squad ahead of their upcoming international friendly against Mexico.Adjei had his maiden call up during Ghanaâ??s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Niger but was forced off after just 40 minutes due to an ankle injury.However, his consistent performances at the heart of Lorientâ??s defense have convinced the technical team to offer him another opportunity on the international stage

Ajax youngster Paul Reverson has received his maiden Black Stars call-up for Ghanaâ??s upcoming international friendly against Mexico later this month.The young goalkeeper earns his first senior national team invitation after making steady progress in the Netherlands with Ajax.Reverson came through the youth systems of Zeeburgia, Ajax and AFC before signing his first professional contract with Ajax in August 2024. The deal runs until 2027, with an option for a further two years.He

Granada defender Oscar Naasei Oppong has been handed his first senior national team invitation after earning a spot in Ghanaâ??s squad for the upcoming international friendly against Mexico.The 22-year-old centre-back has been recognized for his outstanding performances in the Spanish Segunda Division during the 2025/26 season, where he has emerged as a key figure for Granada CF.Oppong has enjoyed a remarkable campaign, making 35 appearances and scoring once, while playing a

Dundee United midfielder Emmanuel Agyei has received his first senior national team invitation after being named in Ghanaâ??s squad for the upcoming international friendly against Mexico later this month.The former Ghana U-20 defensive midfielder has been rewarded for his impressive performances in the Scottish Premiership since joining Dundee in the January transfer window.Agyeiâ??s consistent displays, composure in midfield, and growing influence have not gone unnoticed,

Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has named his first ever squad as the new trainer of the national team for the international friendly against Mexico in May.The squad is a fine blend of players from the Ghana Premier League, the U23 team and returnees including Felix Afena-Gyan of Amedspor.Other big names making a return include Majeed Ashimeru, Razak Simpson, and Birmingham Cityâ??s Ibrahim Osman.The RAAL La Louviere midfielder returns to action after a long spell on the sidelines

Sweden-born Ghanaian youngster Sion Oppong netted his first Allsvenskan goal to help IF Brommapojkarna to victory over Halmstad BK. The 18-year-old had his best game in the Red and Black shirt after opening the scoring on the hour mark as Brommapojkarna secured a 3-1 win.Before opening the scoring, the left winger struck the post after weaving past through a sea of defenders like hot knife through butter.Oppong was a menace for Halmstad's defenders, terrorizing them throughout

Swedru All Blacks will welcome already relegated Techiman Eleven Wonders in midweek with the sole objective of securing a win and ultimately giving their survival boost a huge chance. Despite sitting 12th on the table, only two points separate All Blacks and Young Apostles in the relegation zone.All Blacks have had a strong run in the final stages of the campaign, with just a defeat in their last five matches. A win over Eleven Wonders will mean they will surpass the 40 points

Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Fred Pappoe, has expressed confidence that Ghanaâ??s World Cup campaign can be judged a success if the team advances beyond the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England and Croatia, setting up a challenging path to the knockout rounds.Ghana, four-time African champions, are aiming to improve on their previous World Cup outings in 2014 and 2022, when

Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association, Fred Pappoe, has described Michael Essien as the greatest footballer Ghana has ever produced.Essien, who began his career at Liberty Professionals, is widely regarded as one of the finest talents to emerge from Ghanaâ??s domestic league. His rise took him to Europe, where he first featured for French side Brest before earning a move to Olympique Lyon.Following standout performances in Ligue 1, Essien secured a high-profile

 Port City attacker Korblah Junior Kedzie has set his sights on a move to Europe following a standout Division One League campaign.The prolific forward has been in outstanding form for the Kukurantumi-based side, scoring 15 goals with three matches remaining to end the campaign. His performances have played a key role in Port Cityâ??s successful promotion to the Ghana Premier League.Speaking after the match, the in-form striker made it clear that while he appreciates his current

Former Asante Kotoko Board Chairman Herbert Mensah has offered a balanced assessment of new Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz, acknowledging the Portuguese tactician's pedigree while noting his less impressive record at the World Cup.Speaking to Luv FM, Mensah pointed out that Queiroz, who has managed Portugal, Iran, and now Ghana at football's biggest tournament, does not boast a standout World Cup history. However, he insisted that should not diminish the coach's

Former Asante Kotoko board chairman, Herbert Mensah, has offered a frank and thought-provoking assessment of Ghana's Black Stars as the team intensifies preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Newly appointed head coach Carlos Queiroz has just 46 days to get his squad ready for the opening Group L clash against Panama on June 17 at BMO Field in Toronto, Canada. The Portuguese tactician must submit his final 26-man squad by June 1.Speaking to Luv FM, Mensah acknowledged Queiroz's

Dutch-born defender of Ghanaian descent, Tyrese Asante, found the back of the net for Maccabi Tel Aviv on Tuesday evening when the team thumped Hapoel Petah Tikva 4-0 in the Israeli top-flight league.The defender started in the first eleven of the Israeli giants and delivered a top performance that saw him earn a rating of 8.4.On the matchday, Dor Peretz opened the scoring for Maccabi Tel Aviv after just two minutes into the first half when he was set up by Emir Sahiti.Late in injury

Ghanaian defender Edmund Arko-Mensah delivered an impressive performance to inspire IF Gnistan to a 2-0 victory over Inter Turku in the Veikkausliiga on Tuesday evening.The defender started and played the full 90 minutes in the Round 5 encounter of the 2026 season, producing a standout display that saw him finish as one of the top-rated players on the pitch.Arko-Mensah made his mark in the 30th minute, setting up Nigerian forward Adeleke Akinyemi for the opening goal with a well-timed

Hearts of Lions head coach Bashir Hayford has admonished his players to fight and win their two remaining home matches in the Ghana Premier League.The team from Kpando currently sits 11th in the league standings with 39 points, heading into the last three matches of the campaign.Out of the three matches, Heart of Lions will host Nations FC and FC Samartex at home, before facing Medeama SC on the last matchday.Speaking after Heart of Lions drew goalless with Aduana FC over the weekend,

Former Asante Kotoko Board Chairman, Herbert Mensah, has questioned the strategic priorities of Ghana's football leadership, suggesting that the Black Stars may have overlooked the Africa Cup of Nations in favour of World Cup qualification.Speaking to Luv FM, Mensah noted that while Ghana's failure to progress at the recent AFCON was "unfortunate", their subsequent qualification for the 2026 World Cup raises questions about where the team's focus truly lay."Our