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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

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

2026 World Cup fixtures… and broadcasters

Find out the dates for the 2026 World Cup, the match schedule, group standings, results and all the channels 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.

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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.

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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.

Ghana face AFCON exit after stoppage-time capitulation

Ghana were effectively knocked out of AFCON 2023 after they squandered a two-goal lead in stoppage time against Mozambique on Monday.

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Kudus is magnificent! Ghana star scores brace in Egypt draw

Egypt and Ghana shared the spoils in a bombastic 2-2 draw in their second game of the Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday.

Scary AFCON scenes as Ghana coach Hughton attacked by fan

Ghana boss Chris Hughton was subjected to scary scenes following a shock AFCON defeat to Cape Verde, with fans reportedly out to attack him.

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