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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Thursday, March 20, 2025
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Ghana coach Otto Addo is optimistic that the new year will provide a much-needed boost for the Black Stars as they set their sights on securing a spot at the 2026 World Cup.
Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has reassured Ghanaians that the national team is fully committed to turning their fortunes around, starting with their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad this Friday.
Parliament is urging the Black Stars to secure all six points in their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers, according to Patrick Yaw Boamah, Member of Parliament for the Okaikwei Central Constituency.
Ghana coach Otto Addo expressed his enthusiasm after Winfried Schäfer was appointed as the team’s new technical director, marking a significant return for the veteran tactician.
Ghana’s president John Dramani Mahama visited the Black Stars on Wednesday to motivate the team ahead of their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Elsewhere, Madagascar dominated the Central African Republic with a 4-1 away victory to claim the top spot in Group I of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Former Black Stars midfielder Michael Essien has urged Ghanaian football fans to move on from the country’s disappointing failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Still on Michael Essien, the former Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder believes the Black Stars were unfortunate not to win a major trophy during his time with the national team.
Asante Kotoko’s title ambitions took a hit as they were held to a goalless draw by Young Apostles at the Wenchi Sports Stadium on Wednesday.
Bechem United extended their impressive unbeaten home run with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak, delivering a major blow to the Phobians’ title hopes.
Bibiani Gold Stars FC have overtaken Kotoko at the top of the Premier League table after a crucial 1-0 victory over Basake Holy Stars.
Defending champions FC Samartex 1996 came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Medeama SC in the Western derby on Wednesday.
Manchester United will Ruben Amorim to decide Jadon Sancho’s future if the winger returns to Old Trafford this summer, according to reports.
Liverpool are unlikely to renew their interest in World Cup-winning striker Julian Alvarez in the upcoming summer transfer window.
Newcastle United will be confident of retaining captain Bruno Guimarães if they secure Champions League qualification.
Andy Robertson’s future at Liverpool remains uncertain following a series of underwhelming performances in the 2024-25 campaign.
Manchester City are set to see a reduction of over £38million in their total prize money this season.
Arsenal face a crucial summer transfer window amid reports that Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr are preparing a bid for centre-back Gabriel.
Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has once again dismissed questions about his future, reaffirming his love for the club and the city.
Feyenoord’s highly-rated young right-back Givairo Read has attracted transfer interest from Barcelona and Liverpool, now managed by his former boss Arne Slot, according to a report from Spain.
Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has been surprisingly vague about his future with the dethroned Premier League champions, stating that ‘anything is possible.
Inter Milan are reportedly monitoring Real Madrid youngster Arda Güler, who has grown frustrated with his lack of playing time this season.
Chelsea are expected to reintegrate Carney Chukwuemeka into the squad next season, as reports from Germany suggest Borussia Dortmund have decided against a permanent move due to the high financial demands.
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