Former Black Queens coach Yusif Basigi has been named as the new head coach of the Black Queens B team, marking a significant step in strengthening the technical leadership of the women’s game.
Youngster Kojo Peprah Oppong, Leicester City winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Alidu Seidu have been named in Ghana’s squad for the forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros.
FIFA are likely to schedule World Cup matches involving major European nations after midnight UK time next year in an effort to combat heat issues that affected the recent Club World Cup.
Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain stunned Barcelona with a 90th-minute Goncalo Ramos winner to claim a 2-1 away victory in the league stage on Wednesday.
The Black Starlets of Ghana have secured a spot in the final of the ongoing WAFU B U-17 Championship after a commanding 2-0 victory over Nigeria on Tuesday evening at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium.
Jose Mourinho’s latest return to Stamford Bridge ended in frustration as Chelsea secured a narrow Champions League victory over his new club Benfica thanks to Richard Rios’ first-half own goal.
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has officially confirmed the submission of a $1.12 million budget to support Ghana’s Black Stars as they prepare for their critical 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against the Central African Republic (CAR) and Comoros this October.
At a press conference in Accra, Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, outlined the key details of the budget, which has been forwarded for final approval by the Office of the President. The budget breakdown shows that $733,000 will cover the away fixture against the Central African Republic on October 8 in Casablanca, while $387,000 will be allocated for the home game against Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium on October 12.
The budget includes expenses for travel, accommodation, player per diems, match bonuses, officiating fees, training facilities, and essential support services. Minister Adams emphasized that the submitted budget aligns with previously agreed-upon fiscal benchmarks and highlighted that no adjustments or deviations have been made from earlier projections.
During the briefing, Minister Adams firmly dismissed claims of political interference or delays in the funding process, stressing that players’ welfare and entitlements have been treated with the utmost respect and professionalism. “The players are our priority, and we have ensured that all necessary resources are in place for their success,” he stated.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) submitted the estimates to the Ministry on September 18, and the details were forwarded to the President’s office on September 19 for final approval. The budget reflects a united effort between the GFA and the government to ensure that the Black Stars are fully supported as they push for World Cup qualification.
In a decisive move to revitalize Ghana’s once glorious boxing industry, Kofi Iddie Adams, Minister for Sports and Recreation, has inaugurated the Interim Ghana Boxing Management Committee (IMC) at a ceremony held in the Ministry Conference Room.
South Africa’s bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has suffered a major blow after the country’s was sanctioned for fielding an ineligible player.
Ghana no longer has a representative in the 2025-2026 CAF Champions League in the wake of Bibiani Gold Stars’ elimination from the continental tournament.
Asante Kotoko head coach, Karim Zito, is not holding back after his team secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Kwara United in the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup tie, ensuring a 5-3 aggregate win.
Ghana international Antoine Semenyo was on target as AFC Bournemouth snatched a late draw against Leeds United in a dramatic clash at Elland Road on Saturday.
Erling Haaland scored twice late on and Maxime Esteve inadvertently scored two own goals to help Manchester City to a thumping Premier League victory over Burnley.
Eddie Nketiah struck with virtually the last kick of an enthralling encounter at Selhurst Park to give Crystal Palace a deserved victory and end Premier League leaders Liverpool’s five-match winning start to the season.
Real Madrid’s seven-match winning streak across all competitions to start the 2025/26 season came to a crashing halt as they were beaten 5-2 by Atletico Madrid at the Estadio Metropolitano.
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation will inaugurate a newly constituted Boxing Interim Management Committee (IMC) on Monday, September 29, 2025, following the dissolution of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) board.
