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"633 days too late!" Commentator takes a dig at DFB referee

In their friendly against Ghana, the German national team are awarded a handball penalty that has a long and tragic history.

This is what Nagelsmann's likely starting line-up against Ghana could look like

The very last friendly before the final World Cup squad is announced: Germany face Ghana on Friday. We reveal the line-up that national coach Julian Nagelsmann is likely to field.

Wirtz criticism unjustified, says Nagelsmann

Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has leapt to the defence of Florian Wirtz, insisting that the heavy criticism aimed at the attacker following his move to Liverpool has been unfair. The young playmaker has struggled to consistently find his best form since arriving at Anfield, leading to questions over his adaptation to the Premier League.

Mexico v Paraguay - International Friendly

Mexico confirm friendlies vs. Australia, Ghana and Serbia

Mexico have announced three additional friendlies against Australia, Ghana, and Serbia as part of their final preparations for the 2026 World Cup. El Tri will open the tournament on June 11 against South Africa at the Estadio Azteca. The matches are designed to limit travel and fine-tune the squad before the global showcase on home soil.

Heaven rules out international switch ahead of World Cup

Manchester United youngster Ayden Heaven has taken a major step toward defining his international future after deciding against a switch to Ghana, despite World Cup eligibility. The 19-year-old defender is instead focused on representing England at the senior level, a stance that reflects his growing confidence after an impressive run of performances at Old Trafford.

2026 World Cup group stage draw: Fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the group stage draw and match schedule for the 2026 World Cup.

2026 World Cup fixtures and broadcasters

Discover the 2026 World Cup dates, match schedule, group standings, results and every channel broadcasting the tournament.

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Liverpool ready to bid for Semenyo in January

Liverpool may make their move for Bournemouth winger Antoine Semenyo in January once his £65 million ($87m) release clause becomes active, as the situation involving Mohamed Salah continues to intensify behind the scenes. The Reds reportedly feel that this situation, coupled with rival interest in Semenyo, may force their hand and result in a mid-season bid for the Ghanaian.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Draw - Red Carpet Arrivals

Tuchel insists England's 2026 World Cup draw is 'tough'

Thomas Tuchel believes England's 2026 World Cup draw is "tough" and claimed that the group stage is "always the most difficult". The German coach, who will lead the Three Lions into a major tournament for the first time next summer, stressed that Group L - featuring Croatia, Ghana and Panama - provides no margin for complacency.

Ghana boss urges Semenyo to leave Bournemouth amid transfer links

Ghana boss Otto Addo has urged Antoine Semenyo to take the "next step" and leave Bournemouth amid links with Liverpool and Manchester City. The 25-year-old has a £65 million ($87m) release clause, which is only active until a specific date in the January transfer window. As teams consider a move for him, his national manager thinks it is "natural" for the flying winger to secure a transfer away.

IN FULL: World Cup 2026 group-stage draw

The World Cup 2026 draw has been made, with England set to face Croatia in the group stages, and the USMNT to take on Australia. Brazil have been drawn with Morocco, while France will play Senegal and Argentina must face Austria.

'Out of every $1,000 spent on global transfers, just 76 cents makes its way back to African clubs' - The Black Stars Podcast

In this episode we interview scouts, academy directors and players to reveal the successes and struggles of Ghana's football academies, their impact on the national team, and the consequences of Ghanaian players being shipped off to European clubs at a young age.

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Balotelli, Mainoo, Gakpo and the superstars lost to the Black Stars

In the third episode of The Black Stars Podcast, we examine how diaspora players impact Ghana's football ambitions and the broader issues of identity, preparation and infrastructure that influence their decisions.

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Two FIFA World Cup matches that changed African football - 'It was incredibly unfair'

In this episode of The Black Stars Podcast we examine the rise, fall & renaissance of Ghana's national team and hear how two games changed everything for the continent.

Secret meetings, fake passports and a journey to 'hell' - The Black Stars Podcast Episode 1

In The Black Stars Podcast Nii Lamptey reveals the details of how as a 15-year-old he ended up playing in Europe for Belgian club Anderlecht.

The Black Stars Podcast - out now!

Why, with such an abundance of talent at home and across its diaspora, do Ghana’s Black Stars fall short on football’s biggest stages?

West Ham United FC v Nottingham Forest FC - Premier League

Tottenham hold 'positive' Kudus talks with midfielder 'open' to move

Tottenham have held "positive" talks for West Ham attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus, who is open to the move.

The new Ghana kits are out of this world

PUMA's secret to creating iconic AFCON kits

PUMA have hit the target once again with their bespoke collection of kits for the 2025 edition of the tournament in Morocco

PUMA unveils African national team home and away kits

PUMA has launched the national team kits of five of Africa's most successful footballing nations - showing off their 'identity and culture'.

Top 25 African players of the 21st century - ranked

Africa has provided the world with some of football's finest players this century, but who have been the best of the best?

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Ghana boss speaks out after axing Arsenal's Partey from squad

Ghana manager Otto Addo says he left Thomas Partey out of his latest squad against the Arsenal midfielder's wishes, but refused to explain why.

Journalist's naked dancing at AFCON prompts CAF clampdown

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has taken action to control behaviour from some local media members at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana want Man Utd star Mainoo to snub England

A member of the Ghana FA has revealed interest in tempting Manchester United starlet Kobbie Mainoo to represent the Black Stars instead of England.

Ghana announce Hughton's sacking in brutal statement

Ghana confirmed Chris Hughton's sacking in a brutal statement after their group-stage exit from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

WATCH: West Ham's Kudus lost for words in awkward MOTM interview

West Ham midfielder Mohammed Kudus gave an awkward interview after their extraordinary last-minute collapse against Mozambique.

Frequently asked questions

: A group of workers from the Woolwich Arsenal Armanent Factory, who called themselves Dial Square, formed a football team in 1886. They would later rename themselves to Royal Arsenal in the same year. In 1893, the club was renamed to Woolwich Arsenal, before finally being named just Arsenal in 1919, six years after they moved to Highbury.
: American billionaire Enos Stanley Kroenke is the owner of Arsenal, purchasing the club via Arsenal Holdings Limited, a subsidiary of Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE).
: The Emirates Stadium is the name of Arsenal's stadium. It has been the team's home ground since 2006, replacing Highbury, which served as Arsenal's home venue from 1913.
: The Emirates Stadium has a capacity of 60,704 and is among the UK's biggest football venues.
: Arsenal have won 48 trophies till date, including 13 league titles and a record 14 FA Cups.
: Arsenal have 13 English top flight titles to their name, making them the third-most successful team behind Man Utd and Liverpool. They, however, won their last title over two decades ago.
: London-born Irish defender David O'Leary sits at the top of the list for most Arsenal appearances in history. O'Leary spent 18 years at the club and made 722 appearances in all competitions, ahead of Tony Adams, George Armstrong, and Lee Dixon.
: Thierry Henry is Arsenal's leading goalscorer of all-time with 228 goals in 377 games. No other Arsenal player has scored over 200 goals for the club, with Ian Wright sitting in second place (185 goals in 288 games).
: Thierry Henry, Cesc Fabregas, Dennis Bergkamp, Mesut Ozil, Robert Pires, and Robin van Persie are among the popular footballing names to have played for Arsenal.
: Arsene Wenger, Unai Emery, George Graham, and Herbert Chapman are among the biggest names to have been in charge of Arsenal throughout their notable history.
: Arsenal have a pretty unique nickname, called The Gunners. This nickname is a reference to the club's origins in the late 19th century, when a group of workers from the Royal Arsenal armanent factory in Woolwich formed the club. That's also the reason why the Arsenal badge includes a cannon.

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