Ghana manager Carlos Queiroz has launched a scathing attack on the officiating standards at the 2026 World Cup, suggesting that the VAR officials must have been on a coffee break during a controversial moment in their 0-0 draw with England. The veteran coach was left incensed after the Black Stars were denied what he deemed a "clear penalty and red card" during the stalemate in Foxborough.
Jude Bellingham has delivered an honest assessment of his own performance after England were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. Despite being named Player of the Match, the Real Madrid superstar insisted the award should have gone to his opponents for their resolute defensive display in Boston.
After England's opening 4-2 win over Croatia, the vibes surrounding the Three Lions' World Cup hopes were pretty good. England played fun attacking football in Dallas and looked pretty assured in doing so, even if there were some question marks about their defending. Tuesday's goalless draw with Ghana, however, has changed the narrative once again
Carlos Queiroz has explained his heated exchange with Jude Bellingham during Ghana's 0-0 draw with England at the 2026 World Cup. Bellingham was seen being pulled away from the Ghana boss as tensions threatened to spill over at half-time, though Thomas Tuchel later denied that England's opponents had "got under their skin".
Jude Bellingham has officially made history at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the youngest player to reach 50 caps for the England national team. The Real Madrid midfielder surpassed the previous record held by Wayne Rooney, further cementing his vital role under Thomas Tuchel as the Three Lions push for glory and look to secure their group's top spot.
Arsenal and England star Declan Rice has paid a glowing tribute to international team-mate Harry Kane, admitting it has been an "honour" to play alongside the prolific striker. The dynamic midfielder revealed how Kane actively drives standards within the England camp as the Three Lions look to secure a place in the World Cup knockout rounds.
Harry Kane finds himself at the centre of a bizarre supernatural tug-of-war ahead of England’s crucial World Cup clash with Ghana. After a spiritualist claimed he would use voodoo to stop the Three Lions captain, world-famous psychic Uri Geller has stepped in to provide a metaphysical shield for the Bayern Munich star.
A Ghanaian witch doctor who previously claimed responsibility for an injury suffered by Cristiano Ronaldo during the 2014 World Cup has turned his attention to Harry Kane. Nana Kwaku Bonsam says he is working to stop England's captain from making an impact against Ghana, while Thomas Tuchel's squad remain focused on their World Cup ambitions.
Marcus Rashford needs to avoid giving too much thought to a summer transfer and catching the eye in a World Cup shop window, John Barnes has told GOAL, with the Manchester United-owned forward being made aware of what England need from him. Barcelona appear to have passed on a permanent deal, while the 28-year-old is reluctant to be absorbed back into the fold at Old Trafford.
Thomas Tuchel’s England preparations have been handed a significant lift ahead of their second World Cup Group L fixture against Ghana. Both Marcus Rashford and Declan Rice have returned to full training in Kansas City, easing fears over potential injury absences following their opening victory over Croatia.
England manager Thomas Tuchel has indicated that winger Bukayo Saka is unlikely to start the upcoming World Cup encounter against Ghana. Despite making a goal-scoring impact from the bench during the opening victory over Croatia, the Arsenal attacker continues to have his minutes carefully managed due to an ongoing Achilles issue.
England fans came to Texas for the Three Lions' World Cup opener. They found rodeos, pickup trucks, cowboy hats, Oasis sing-alongs, and a tournament experience unlike any they’ve had before.
Antoine Semenyo played a decisive role as Ghana snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama at the death. Caleb Yirenkyi's 95th-minute winner secured all three points for the Black Stars, who moved level with England at the top of World Cup Group L ahead of a crucial showdown between the two nations.
Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to become a free agent this summer after Villarreal decided against extending his contract. The Liga club have opted not to trigger the 12-month extension clause in his deal. The Ghana international, currently facing trial in the UK over serious allegations, will now be forced to search for a new team ahead of next season.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has taken a firm stand against UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin following controversial remarks regarding the expanded FIFA World Cup format. Joining a coalition of 12 other nations, the South African governing body expressed its "profound disappointment" over suggestions that the tournament's new structure has led to lower-quality matches.
Ghana’s government has launched a scathing attack on Canadian authorities, accusing them of flouting international laws after Thomas Partey was denied entry into the country due to ongoing legal proceedings over rape charges against him. The Villarreal midfielder was expected to lead his nation in their 2026 World Cup opener against Panama, but he remains stranded at the team's base camp in Boston following a visa rejection stemming from the allegations.