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Black Stars aim for momentum , Face crucial matches against Central African Republic and Comoros in October
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Black Stars aim for momentum , Face crucial matches against Central African Republic and Comoros in October

Ghana will conclude their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Comoros on Sunday, October 12, 2025, having embarked on an exciting journey that has yielded 6 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw from 8 matches. After playing 8 matches in Group I, the team has accumulated 19 points, solidifying their top spot in the group. Ghana's campaign began with a thrilling win against Madagascar at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi, setting the tone for a remarkable run. However, their first loss came against Comoros, a 1-0 defeat that served as a wake-up call for the team. The Black Stars bounced back with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Mali in Bamako, courtesy of a late goal from captain Jordan Ayew. Ghana continued with another gritty display against the Central African Republic, securing a 4-3 wi...
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APPROVED MEDIA ACCREDITATION FOR GHANA-MALI WORLD CUP QUALIFIER
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APPROVED MEDIA ACCREDITATION FOR GHANA-MALI WORLD CUP QUALIFIER

The media is hereby informed that their accreditation tags for the crucial World Cup qualifier between Ghana and Mali are ready for collection. All successful applicants accredited should pick their tags at the head office of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) inside the Accra Sports Stadium from Saturday at 11am. Find attached the list of successful applicants: ACCREDITED MEDIA FOR GHANA-MALI WC QUALIFIER Source: GFA COMMUNICATIONS
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Black Stars Name Strong Squad for World Cup Qualifier Against Chad in N’Djamena
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Black Stars Name Strong Squad for World Cup Qualifier Against Chad in N’Djamena

The Ghana senior national team, the Black Stars, have announced their squad ahead of the crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Chad in N’Djamena. Coach and technical staff have named a balanced lineup blending experience and youth, with Jordan Ayew set to captain the side. Starting XI Benjamin Asare (GK) Caleb Yirenkyi Jonas Adjetey Jordan Ayew (C) Antoine Semenyo Gideon Mensah Elisha Owusu Jerome Opoku Inaki Williams Mohammed Kudus Abdul Samed Salis Substitutes Lawrence Ati Zigi (GK) Joseph Anang (GK) Tariq Lamptey Thomas Partey Ibrahim Sulemana Jerry Afriyie Ibrahim Osman Kamaldeen Sulemana The fixture marks a vital step in Ghana’s qualification journey, with the Black Stars aiming to secure maximum points away f...
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Black Stars to depart Accra for N’DJamena on Tuesday
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Black Stars to depart Accra for N’DJamena on Tuesday

The Black Stars will depart Accra for N'Djamena on Tuesday, September 2, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chad. Ghana has been training in Accra for the crucial match, with Otto Addo set to travel with all 24 invited players. The Black Stars need a win to further solidify their grip on Group I, having won five matches and lost one in their six matches so far. Twelve players trained at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, with the rest of the squad expected to join the team for Tuesday's trip. The Stars will train in N'Djamena on Wednesday ahead of the game on Thursday. Ghana will face Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno at 1 pm on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Otto Addo's team currently leads Group I with 15 points from six matches, keeping them well-posi...
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Black Stars open camp on Monday, September 1
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Black Stars open camp on Monday, September 1

The Black Stars will open camp in Accra on Monday, September 1, 2025, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali. The team will train at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday and Tuesday before departing for N’djamena Tuesday evening for the Matchday 7 fixture on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Ghana will come up against Chad at Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno on Thursday, September 4, 2025, before returning home to host Mali on Monday, September 8, at the Accra Sports Stadium. Find the Program Outline below:
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Otto Addo names squad for 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali
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Otto Addo names squad for 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali

Black Stars head Coach Otto Addo has named a 24-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali next month. The list includes regulars Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, Jordan Ayew, Gideon Mensah, Antoine Semenyo, and Inaki Williams. Union Berlin left-back Derrick Arthur Köhn, who has been on the radar of the technical team, earns his first call-up after an impressive season with Werder Bremen. The 26-year-old moved from Galatasaray to Union Berlin this summer, following an eye-catching performance on loan at Werder Bremen last season, which culminated in 27 appearances and 2 goals in the German Bundesliga. Winger Kamal Deen Sulemana, who recently switched from Southampton to Serie A side Atalanta, earns a spot after a bright start in Italy. France-based ...
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Tottenham Hotspur Sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United
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Tottenham Hotspur Sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United

Tottenham Hotspur are delighted to confirm the signing of Ghanaian star Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United, subject to the granting of a work permit. The 24-year-old attacking midfielder has penned a long-term deal with the club and will wear the number 20 shirt. Born in Nima, a suburb of Accra, Kudus began his football journey with local side Strong Tower FC before being recruited by the renowned Right to Dream Academy in 2012. His European adventure began in 2018 with Danish club FC Nordsjælland, where he made 57 senior appearances and scored 14 goals, earning a move to Ajax in July 2020. At Ajax, Kudus quickly showcased his talent, registering four goal contributions in his first three games. In his debut season, he helped the Dutch giants secure both the Eredivisie title and the...
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Ghana, Nigeria renew old age rivalry in Unity Cup semi final game
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Ghana, Nigeria renew old age rivalry in Unity Cup semi final game

The Black Stars of Ghana will lock horns with Nigeria's Super Eagles in the semifinal of the 2025 Unity Cup at the GTech Community Stadium on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This highly anticipated matchup is a rematch of the 2022 FIFA World Cup playoffs, where Ghana emerged victorious with a 1-1 score after a goalless draw at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi. Coach Otto Addo will lead a youthful squad, missing key players like Mohammed Kudus, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Thomas Teye Partey, and Inaki Williams. The Black Stars aim to avenge their 2-1 loss to Nigeria in March last year and progress to the final, building on their recent wins in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. The rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria, famously known as the "Jollof derby," has a rich...
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Unity Cup: Addo eyes victory against Nigeria
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Unity Cup: Addo eyes victory against Nigeria

Head Coach Otto Addo met the press on Monday ahead of our game against Nigeria at the GTech Community Stadium in Brentford on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The former Borussia Dortmund winger is heading into his fourth clash against the Super Eagles, following his success in the FIFA World Cup playoff in March 2022. Otto lost 2-1 to Nigeria in March last year, and this presents an opportunity for him to record his first win against Nigeria. Speaking to the media, Otto Addo touched on the return of Felix Afena Gyan, the rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria, the absence of some of our key players, and the possibility of seeing players from the Ghana Premier League in the Unity Cup. On Unity Cup So, first of all, we'd like to thank the organizers for the invitation. We're very, very happy to...
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Black Stars begin preparation for Unity Cup game against Nigeria
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Black Stars begin preparation for Unity Cup game against Nigeria

Sixteen players reported for training in West London on Monday as the Black Stars kicked off their preparations for the 2025 Unity Cup semifinal against Nigeria. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the GTech Community Stadium in Brentford. The players who trained on Monday included Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Benjamin Asare, Joseph Tetteh Anang, Gideon Mensah, Razak Simpson, Mamudu Kamaradini, Caleb Yirenkyi, Abdul Salis Samed, Abu Francis, Majeed Ashimeru, Lawrence Agyekum, Christopher Baah Bonsu, Jordan Ayew, Stephan Ambrosius, Brandon-Thomas Asante, and Kwame Opoku. Abdul Aziz Issah joined the squad on Monday night. Six more players - Ebenezer Annan, Mohammed Salisu, Aaron Essel, Ibrahim Sulemana, Felix Afena Gyan, and Mohammed Gad...
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