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ELS: MBN360 SPORTS President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana is exploring the possibility of co-hosting the Africa Cup of Nations in the future, with a joint bid alongside Côte d’Ivoire among the options under consideration. He linked the idea to a broader push to upgrade stadium infrastructure and position the country to host major CAF […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS Team Ghana has unveiled two exceptional athletes to carry the nation’s highest ceremonial honours at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, reflecting Ghana’s commitment to youth empowerment, inclusion and sporting excellence under the renewed national agenda to position sports as a catalyst for unity and national development. Para Powerlifting star Tahiru Haruna has been named […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS English referee Anthony Taylor has announced his retirement from professional refereeing with immediate effect, bringing an end to an illustrious 20-year career in which he officiated some of football’s biggest domestic and international fixtures. The 47-year-old’s final assignment came on the global stage when he took charge of Spain’s 1-0 victory over […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced Gold Fields Ghana Limited as the new headline sponsor of the Ghana Women’s Premier League, marking a major boost for the continued growth and development of women’s football in the country. The partnership represents one of the biggest corporate investments in the domestic women’s game […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Chairman Samuel Brew-Butler believes Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz should be given more time to build the national team despite Ghana’s campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Queiroz took charge of the Black Stars in April 2026 following the departure of Otto Addo and had […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS Chief Consultant at Brand Cipher, Mawuko Afadzinu The overwhelming popularity and accessibility of the English Premier League (EPL) in Ghana should serve as a wake-up call for stakeholders seeking to revive the country’s football economy, Chief Consultant at Brand Cipher, Mawuko Afadzinu, has said. Addressing participants at the Sports Business Series held […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has dismissed widespread reports that he resigned from his role, insisting that his recent emotional social media message was simply an expression of appreciation to the country. The veteran Portuguese manager clarified that he remains in charge of the Black Stars despite the confusion sparked by […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has applauded FIFA for introducing mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the initiative as a positive step towards protecting players’ health. The measure, which was first introduced during the FIFA Club World Cup, is being implemented at this year’s tournament due to concerns over […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals are now set, with eight teams left and only three wins separating them from the title. The standout ties include France vs Morocco, Spain vs Belgium, Norway vs England, and Argentina vs Switzerland. Read also: Treasury bill auction attracts GH¢10bn in bids, oversubscribed by 77% Decolonise […]

ELS: MBN360 SPORTS The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its decisive phase with the quarter-finals now set, and while the tournament has delivered dramatic upsets, late winners and penalty shootout heartbreak, it has also become a showcase for some of football’s most celebrated names. From the brilliance of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé to […]