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You’ll be disappointed if you are coming because of World Cup – Sulley Muntari to Inaki, Lamptey, others

  Accra Hearts of Oak midfielder, Sulley Muntari has welcomed the six new players who have joined the Black Stars ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Sulley Muntari in an interview with veteran sports journalist, Kwabena Yeboah stated that Ghanaian players born abroad switching allegiance to represent Ghana …

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Nigeria missing 2022 World Cup is a big blow – Sadio Mane

Senegal and Bayern Munich forward Sadio Mane says it is a big blow Nigeria did not qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar following the array of talents the West African country has. The Super Eagles were eliminated on the away goals rule following a 1-1 draw with …

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WATCH: Hearts of Oak beat Bechem United to win 2022 MTN FA Cup

Accra Hearts of Oak defended their MTN FA Cup trophy after defeating Bechem United 2-1 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday, June 26, 2022. The Phobians rallied from behind to win a record 12th FA Cup title. Bechem United started the game strongly and were rewarded with a …

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Sulley Muntari misses out on Hearts of Oak squad for MTN FA Cup final

Hearts of Oak star midfielder, Sulley Muntari, has been omitted from Hearts’ squad for their MTN FA Cup final clash against Bechem United. Muntari could not make the squad as head coach, Samuel Boadu, named his 22-man squad for the final scheduled for Sunday, June 26, 2022. At the moment, what …

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Fifa approves 26-man squads for World Cup 2022

Fifa has approved 26-man squads for this year’s World Cup in Qatar. The move is in line with recent national competitions and is an expansion on the 23-man squads that had been used before the coronavirus pandemic. Fifa also said up to 15 substitutes can be named for a game, …

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2022 World Cup: Exploring the beautiful ‘Vagina Stadium’ in Qatar

Officially known as the Al Janoub Stadium, it has been nicknamed the ‘Vagina stadium’ because of its resemblance to the female genitalia. The stadium is among eight others that will be used for the 2022 FIFA World Cup scheduled to take place in Qatar. It comprises various sporting facilities, including …

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‘I wish Black Stars win the 2022 FIFA World Cup trophy’ – Italian Ambassador

Italian Ambassador to Ghana, Daniela d’Orlandi says it is her wish to see Black Stars win the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament later this year. Ghana exited the competition at the group stage when they last participated in the 2014 edition in Brazil. Ghana have been paired in Group …

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Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey and Daniel Amartey feature in World Cup promo video

Black Stars trio of Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey and Daniel Amartey have been featured in a FIFA World Cup promotional video for the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The Black Stars will be making an appearance at the FIFA World Cup for the first time in eight years after missing the Russia 2018 edition. Ghana defeated perennial …

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New York, Mexico City, Toronto among 16 sites chosen to host 2026 World Cup matches

Matches for the 2026 World Cup will be held in 11 US cities as well as three host sites in Mexico and two in Canada, soccer’s world governing body, FIFA, announced Thursday. The 16 host cities will be: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Guadalajara, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Miami, Monterrey, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, …

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Black Stars earn $700,000 for participating in Kirin Cup

The Black Stars have earned $700,000 for featuring in the four-nation tournament dubbed Kirin Cup in Kobe, Japan. Ghana, Tunisia, Chile and host nation Japan were the four countries that took part in the 2022 edition of the Kirin Cup. Ghana received an amount of $650,000 in appearance fee before receiving …

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