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Black Queens forward Josephine Bonsu says she was left star-struck after playing her first game in Ghana, describing the atmosphere at the Accra Sports Stadium as “outstanding.” The German-based defender was drafted into the senior national team ahead of the delayed 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament in Morocco. Due to preparations taking place outside the country, Bonsu …

Story by Isaac Mortey The 2025 Japanese Ambassador’s Cup, a major martial arts championship, has been officially launched by His Excellency Hiroshi Yoshimoto and is set to take place at the DG Hathiramani Sports Hall at the Accra Sports Stadium from 15-16 November, 2025. The 2025 Ambassadors Cup will highlight four traditional Japanese disciplines, Judo, Karate-do, Kendo, and Jiujitsu that …

By Isaac Mortey The Ghana National Female Hockey Team, the “Black Sticks” have won Silver Medal after an impressive outing at the 9th Women’s Hockey Africa Cup of Nations in Cairo, Egypt. The Black Sticks Journey to the final was marked by dominant and impressive performances, beating the host, Egypt 8-1 and thumping Nigeria 5-1. Before the finals they wrapped …

Ghana’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, says that every Ghanaian footballer—local or abroad—stands a chance of representing the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, provided they are selected by the technical team. His remarks follow Ghana’s 1-0 victory over Comoros at the Accra Sports Stadium, a result that sealed the country’s fifth World Cup qualification. Selection …

Former President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, for securing a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the United States, Canada, and Mexico will jointly host. In a Facebook post shared on Monday, President Mahama wrote: “Congratulations to the senior national team, the #BlackStars. Another qualification for the World Cup. #ResettingGhana.” The …

The Government of Ghana has presented GH¢500,000 to the University for Development Studies (UDS) football team in recognition of their remarkable victory at the World University Football Games, where they defeated Brazil in the final. The presentation was made by President John Dramani Mahama during a courtesy call by the team and university management at the Jubilee House. President Mahama …

The Black Stars will depart Casablanca for Meknes on Tuesday as they prepare for a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Central African Republic. The team has been based in Casablanca since Sunday, using the Mohammed V Sports Complex for intensive training sessions. Ghana is scheduled to face the Central African Republic on Wednesday, 8 October 2025, …

The Ghana Table Soccer Association (GTSA) successfully organized a “Justify Your Inclusion” event last Saturday at Chorkor Extra ‘O’ in Accra as part of efforts to scout and recruit new talents for the national team. The open selection exercise attracted participants from various age categories, who turned out in large numbers to showcase their skills and earn a spot on …

Former head coach of Accra Great Olympics, Annor Walker, has passed away at the age of 64 following a short illness. He died at his residence in Accra on October 1, 2025. A revered figure in Ghanaian football, Walker is fondly remembered for his transformative work with Great Olympics, where he built one of the club’s most competitive teams in …

Washington, DC – September 26, 2025 Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred controversy after announcing his intention to move 2026 World Cup matches out of any U.S. cities he deems “unsafe” — a move that could potentially upend FIFA’s logistical plans for the historic 48-team tournament. The United States is set to host 78 of the 104 matches in …