The government of Ghana has cleared $904,561.31 in outstanding salary arrears owed to both current and former coaches of the senior national football team, the Black Stars. The payments, authorised by the Ministry for Sports and Recreation under Minister Kofi Iddie Adams, mark a significant move towards restoring trust and professionalism within the country’s football […]
Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo says it’s always ‘an honour’ to get called up to represent the national team. According to him, he is privileged to play for Ghana, revealing that the only time he will fail to honor an invitation is when he is injured. Semenyo was one of Ghana’s goalscorers during the recent […]
Ghana’s Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that members of the newly formed Black Stars Management Committee are not receiving any financial reward for their roles. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) dissolved the previous committee led by Mark Addo after the Black Stars failed to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) […]
In a compelling display of skill and determination, the Ghana Black Stars of Ghana delivered a resounding performance, securing a pivotal 3-0 victory against Madagascar in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. This decisive win, occurring amidst the fervent anticipation of a global audience, carries significant weight not only for the Ghanaian national team but […]
Ghana coach Otto Addo has urged his players to stay focused and avoid complacency as the Black Stars prepare to face Madagascar in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Monday. With Ghana topping Group I after a win against Chad, a victory over Madagascar could see them open a five-point lead – but […]
The Black Stars held their first training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday, March 17, in preparation for their 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. Ghana will take on Chad on Friday, March 21, as they continue their quest for a spot in the tournament set to be held in the […]
Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has cautioned the Ghana Football Association (GFA) against operating in isolation from the government’s broader objectives, particularly regarding financial prudence and accountability. Speaking on Luv FM after his swearing-in ceremony, he referenced President John Dramani Mahama’s directive that foreign travels be banned unless approved by the Chief […]
It was in Kigali about two decades ago. Ghana’s Black Stars had failed to shine, completely overshadowed by the black in the stars. In Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, Takoradi, and many other parts of the country, there was a national mourning as the pride of this West African nation missed out on the final list of […]
A former Ghana Chelsea star, Michael Essien, opened up on his decision to go into coaching following his retirement from active football. Essien, 41, who holds a UEFA License A coaching certificate, has been working as an Individual Player Coach at Danish club FC Nordsjaelland since 2020. In an exclusive interview with Joy Sports Editor, […]
Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, says his focus at the moment is the fixture against Angola in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana play Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium on Thursday, September 5, in their first group game before coming up against Niger four days later. Prior to the […]
Ghana will compete with Sudan, Angola and Niger in Group F for a slot at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The draw for the qualifiers was held on July, 4, 2024 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Black Stars take on familiar foe Sudan who is currently managed by former Ghana coach Kwesi […]
The group stage draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers to be staged in Morocco will come off today, Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa. After moving up from 14th to 12th position on the continent in last month’s FIFA rankings, the Black Stars are among the top seeded nations ahead […]
