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Jordan Ayew (mobbed by teammates) scored a hat-trick as the Black Stars beat Central African Republic 4-3. Photos: EMMANUEL BAAH
Jordan Ayew (mobbed by teammates) scored a hat-trick as the Black Stars beat Central African Republic 4-3. Photos: EMMANUEL BAAH

World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Jordan Ayew's hat-trick gives Ghana 4-3 victory over Central African Republic

An impressive second half performance by the senior national football team, Black Stars, enabled Ghana to overcome the Wild Beasts of the Central African Republic with a  4-3 victory in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Monday, June 10.

4:3 - How Black Stars overcame Wild Beasts of Central African Republic in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

A sterling second half performance by the senior national senior team, the Black Stars on Monday night saw Ghana overcome the Wild Beasts of Central African Republic in their Group I 2026 World Cup qualifiers at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. 

Samuel Quaye (2nd right) with his managers
Samuel Quaye (2nd right) with his managers

Samuel Quaye vows to knockout Dan Quaye in Fists of Carnage

National Super Lightweight title holder, Samuel Quaye, has confidently predicted that his rival Daniel Quaye will "bite the dust" when they meet at the Bukom Boxing Arena on June 15, under the event dubbed "Fists of Carnage."

Dr Bawumia with the players and technical team
Dr Bawumia with the players and technical team

Dr Bawumia gifts Black Stars GHȻ500,000

The Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, has generously donated GHȻ500,000 to the Black Stars to support their preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Iga Swiatek has lifted the French Open trophy in four of the past five years
Iga Swiatek has lifted the French Open trophy in four of the past five years

Dominant Swiatek wins third straight French Open title

Iga Swiatek achieved the rare feat of winning a third successive French Open women's title with a comprehensive victory over Italian 12th seed Jasmine Paolini.

Coach Yusif Basigi —Black Princesses
Coach Yusif Basigi —Black Princesses

Good preparation key to Black Princesses’ success — Coach Basigi

Ghana’s under-20 women’s team coach, Yusif Basigi, has expressed confidence that with early and meticulous preparation, the Black Princesses are poised to advance beyond the group stage in this year’s U-20 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Colombia.

Jude Bellingham is the star to watch in the England team at the Euros
Jude Bellingham is the star to watch in the England team at the Euros

We'll not put pressure on Bellingham — Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate is excited to welcome Jude Bellingham into the England camp after the midfielder won the Champions League with Real Madrid but said "we are not putting everything on" him.

Samuel Quaye celebrates with his manager, Ahmed Nureni-Davis (in red, far right), his trainer Emmanuel Laryea and mentor Yoofi Boham in ring after winning the Ghana super lightweight title in March
Samuel Quaye celebrates with his manager, Ahmed Nureni-Davis (in red, far right), his trainer Emmanuel Laryea and mentor Yoofi Boham in ring after winning the Ghana super lightweight title in March

Samuel Quaye vows to kayo Dan Quaye in Fists of Carnage

National Super Lightweight title holder Samuel Quaye says rival Daniel Quaye will bite the dust on June 15 when the two meet at the Bukom Boxing Arena on June 15 under the bill dubbed the Fists of Carnage.

Caen Star Emmanuel Ntim determined to reclaim starting role at parent club
Caen Star Emmanuel Ntim determined to reclaim starting role at parent club

Caen Star Emmanuel Ntim determined to reclaim starting role at parent club

Ghanaian defender, Emmanuel Ntim, is determined to reclaim his place in the starting line-up at French Ligue 2 side Stade Malherbe Caen after a loan spell at Troyes last season.

Ernest Akushey (left) will face Elvis Ahorgah (far right ) in the headline title bout
Ernest Akushey (left) will face Elvis Ahorgah (far right ) in the headline title bout

Ayittey Powers Promotions launch first boxing night June 29

Former light heavyweight boxer Michael Ayittey Powers Okine is staging his first bout on June 29 at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

Ghana's 4x400m relay team aim to book their Olympic tickets at the upcoming competition in Douala
Ghana's 4x400m relay team aim to book their Olympic tickets at the upcoming competition in Douala

Ghanaian athletes brace for final Olympic qualification

Ghana's homegrown athletes will have their final chance to qualify for the Olympics at the 23rd African Athletics Championships from June 21-26 in Douala, Cameroun.

Lartekwei Lartey - Boxing coach
Lartekwei Lartey - Boxing coach

Foreign coach needed to revive Black Bombers — Lartey

Former Assistant trainer of the Black Bombers, Lartekwei Lartey, has voiced strong criticism of the current state of the team under the leadership of Kwesi Ofori Asare.

Black Stars
Black Stars

World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Black Stars to outshine the Wild Beasts today

The Black Stars' pursuit of maximum points in their double-header 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers gained momentum following their victory over Mali last Thursday. This win has renewed optimism under Coach Otto Addo as they face the Wild Beasts of the Central African Republic (CAR) at the Baba Yara Stadium today.

Bawumia visits Black Stars in Kumasi

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is in Kumasi this week as part of his campaign ahead of Election 2024.

Ghana secures first individual qualifiers for Paris 2024 Olympics
Ghana secures first individual qualifiers for Paris 2024 Olympics

Ghana secures first individual qualifiers for Paris 2024 Olympics

Ghanaian athletics witnessed a historic moment this weekend as sprinter Abdul-Rasheed Saminu and high jumper Rose Yeboah became the nation's first athletes to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics as individuals.

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