News for 'Ghana'

Ghana footballer Atsu pulled alive from Turkey earthquake rubble

Ghana footballer Atsu pulled alive from Turkey earthquake rubble

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Ghana international winger Christian Atsu has been found alive after being buried under rubble in the earthquake that hit Turkey.

Bengaluru Tragedy: Why India Must Rethink Crowd Safety

Bengaluru Tragedy: Why India Must Rethink Crowd Safety

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

What happened in Bengaluru is a wake-up call, no celebration of sport should ever come at the cost of human life, asserts veteran cricket correspondent K R Nayar.

FIFA WC PIX: Ronaldo sets record as Portugal pip Ghana

FIFA WC PIX: Ronaldo sets record as Portugal pip Ghana

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

FIFA WC PIX: Ghana vs Portugal

FIFA World Cup PIX: Ghana edge out South Korea in thriller

FIFA World Cup PIX: Ghana edge out South Korea in thriller

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

IMAGES from the FIFA World Cup Group H match played between Ghana and South Korea on Monday.

Hockey at CWG: India thrash Ghana 11-0

Hockey at CWG: India thrash Ghana 11-0

Rediff.com31 Jul 2022

Indians were relentless in their attacks and completely controlled the proceedings from start to finish.

The art of the cross lights up Ghana-South Korea thriller

The art of the cross lights up Ghana-South Korea thriller

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

Four of the five goals in a thrilling Group H match at Education City Stadium came from dangerous crosses

Salah nets for Egypt as big guns flex muscle in World Cup qualifiers

Salah nets for Egypt as big guns flex muscle in World Cup qualifiers

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

Captain Mohamed Salah scored for Egypt as they eased to a 2-0 victory over Ethiopia in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday, but 2022 semi-finalists Morocco needed a late winner from Bilal El Khannouss to defeat unfancied Niger.

'How can my 'Dad' be a racist. Come on guys'

'How can my 'Dad' be a racist. Come on guys'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Former Chelsea player Didier Drogba defends Jose Mourinho, who has been accused of racism by Galatasaray.

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Full List of Countries Hit With Trump's 'Reciprocal' Tariffs

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Here is the complete list of tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on Wednesday.

Varun Beverages' growth strategy could help investors reap benefits

Varun Beverages' growth strategy could help investors reap benefits

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

The VBL board approved the purchase of SBC Tanzania for Rs 1,304 crore and SBC Beverages Ghana for Rs 127 crore. These own manufacturing/distribution rights for NARTD (PepsiCo branded) beverages in Tanzania and Ghana. The acquisitions will help VBL gain ground in East and West Africa.

Historic! India to host first ever Kho Kho World Cup!

Historic! India to host first ever Kho Kho World Cup!

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

India is set to host the first-ever Kho Kho World Cup at the iconic Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi from January 13 to 19 2025.

RBI adds 27 tn gold to country's reserve in Oct

RBI adds 27 tn gold to country's reserve in Oct

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

Gold buying by central banks surged to 60 tonnes in October, mainly led by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) which added 27 tonnes of the precious metal to its reserves, the World Gold Council (WGC) said on Thursday. India added 27 tonnes of gold in October, bringing its total gold purchases to 77 tonnes from January to October, according WGC data based on reported monthly data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Ghana's star footballer Gyan joins ISL side NorthEast United

Ghana's star footballer Gyan joins ISL side NorthEast United

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

Star Ghana World Cupper and most capped player Asamoah Gyan has joined Indian Super League side NorthEast FC for the upcoming season.

Conflict gold entering India through Ghana

Conflict gold entering India through Ghana

Rediff.com4 Oct 2015

Report says gold being exported by persons of Indian origin and routed through Dubai

Lockdown woes: Ghana footballer stuck at Mumbai airport for 54 days

Lockdown woes: Ghana footballer stuck at Mumbai airport for 54 days

Rediff.com14 May 2020

A Ghanaian professional footballer who plays for a Kerala-based club has been stuck for the last 54 days at Mumbai International Airport due to lockdown and unavailability of flights back home. Juan Muller, 23, has been stuck at the departure area of Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. He spends his time at the airport's fancy artificial gardens and somehow buys food from stalls and passes his time with the airport staff.

Ghana spoil Japan's World Cup send-off match

Ghana spoil Japan's World Cup send-off match

Rediff.com30 May 2018

Akira Nishino deployed a new formation but endured a disappointing first match in charge with a 2-0 defeat by Ghana

Review: Kraven The Hunter Fumbles For Greatness

Review: Kraven The Hunter Fumbles For Greatness

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Kraven The Hunter feels like a missed opportunity, a film that could have offered a fresh take on a complex character but settles for mediocrity, observes Sonil Dedhia.

Injuries blight Ghana's hopes

Injuries blight Ghana's hopes

Rediff.com13 Jan 2006

Injuries to key players have dented their chances of winning a fifth African Nations Cup.

Ghana, US can surprise

Ghana, US can surprise

Rediff.com3 Jun 2006

U-17 WC: US, Ghana face off; eye knockout berth

U-17 WC: US, Ghana face off; eye knockout berth

Rediff.com8 Oct 2017

Ghana and the United States would look to seal a knockout berth when they face-off in their second group match of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in New Delhi, on Monday.

Football Images: Ghana vs Serbia

Football Images: Ghana vs Serbia

Rediff.com14 Jun 2010

An 85th minute penalty by Asamoah Gyan gave Ghana a 1-0 win over Serbia and Africa its first victory of this World Cup finals on Sunday in a match which brought a true flavour of the continent to the tournament.

Gyan sends Ghana into quarter-finals

Gyan sends Ghana into quarter-finals

Rediff.com27 Jun 2010

A spectacular left-foot strike by Asamoah Gyan in extra time sent Ghana into the World Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 win over the United States on Saturday.

PHOTOS U-17 World Cup: India no match for clinical Ghana

PHOTOS U-17 World Cup: India no match for clinical Ghana

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

Rank outsiders India ended their maiden FIFA Under-17 World Cup campaign in a cry of pain and agony as they were handed a 0-4 thrashing by two-time champions Ghana in their final group match in New Delhi on Thursday.

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

PIX: Man City shocked by Villa, Arsenal thrash Palace

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

Ghana storm into FIFA's top 20

Ghana storm into FIFA's top 20

Rediff.com13 Feb 2008

African Nations Cup hosts Ghana climbed 29 places to joint 14th in FIFA's world rankings following their third place finish at the tournament. India are ranked 144, while Argentina tops the list followed by Brazil.

Yes, African Nations Cup is happening; Ghana, Algeria advance

Yes, African Nations Cup is happening; Ghana, Algeria advance

Rediff.com28 Jan 2015

Ghana and Algeria ratified their top ranking as both advanced to the quarters.

Brazil too good for Ghana

Brazil too good for Ghana

Rediff.com27 Jun 2006

Fit Muntari could give Ghana a boost

Fit Muntari could give Ghana a boost

Rediff.com12 Jun 2010

Midfielder Sulley Muntari could feature in Ghana's opening World Cup Group D match against Serbia on Sunday after recovering from a thigh injury, Ghana Football Association website said on Friday.

India whip Ghana

India whip Ghana

Rediff.com23 Oct 2003

Surinder Kaur scored a brace in an 8-0 victory in the opening match of the women's hockey tournament at the Afro Asian Games.

Essien ends Ghana exile for World Cup qualifier

Essien ends Ghana exile for World Cup qualifier

Rediff.com28 Aug 2013

Michael Essien is poised to make a first international appearance in more than two years after being named as a surprise inclusion in Ghana's squad for a key World Cup qualifier against Zambia next month.

Essien's knee keeps Ghana in suspense

Essien's knee keeps Ghana in suspense

Rediff.com19 May 2010

Michael Essien's importance to Ghana cannot be underestimated, leaving the Black Stars on edge as they await a decision on his fitness for the World Cup. The Chelsea midfielder, described by Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac as the leader of his team, has a long-term knee injury and, though he has been named in the preliminary squad, could miss the tournament in South Africa.

Nations Cup: Depleted Ghana enter quarter-finals

Nations Cup: Depleted Ghana enter quarter-finals

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

Depleted Ghana beat Burkina Faso 1-0 on Tuesday to advance to the African Nations Cup quarter-finals.

FIFA Under-17 WC: Mali advance to semis after 2-1 win over Ghana

FIFA Under-17 WC: Mali advance to semis after 2-1 win over Ghana

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

Hadji Drame (15th minute) and Djemoussa Traore (61st) scored for Mali, while Kudus Mohammed (70th) scored a consolation goal for Ghana.

Desailly on shortlist for Ghana coach job

Desailly on shortlist for Ghana coach job

Rediff.com30 Nov 2010

Former France World Cup winner Marcel Desailly is among the candidates to become new Ghana coach, the Black Stars said on their website (www.ghanafa.org) on Monday.

Muntari rocket wins opener for Ghana

Muntari rocket wins opener for Ghana

Rediff.com21 Jan 2008

Sulley Muntari struck a wonder goal in the final minute to give hosts Ghana a 2-1 win over Guinea in the opening match of the African Nations Cup.

Ghana cruise past Nigeria

Ghana cruise past Nigeria

Rediff.com7 Feb 2007

Ghana easily overcame African rivals Nigeria 4-1 in a friendly on Tuesday thanks to goals from Laryea Kingson, Sulley Muntari, Junior Agogo and Joe Tex Frimpong.

Meet the 22-year-old behind Spain's Euro triumph

Meet the 22-year-old behind Spain's Euro triumph

Rediff.com15 Jul 2024

22-year-old Athletic Bilbao player Nico Williams, a major transfer target for top European clubs, has been one of the most exciting players in Spain's seven-match winning run at the tournament.

Ghana win place in last 16

Ghana win place in last 16

Rediff.com22 Jun 2006

The Africans beat the United States 2-1 in a Group E decider and clinched a place.

Under-17 WC: 'Aiming to reach final', Ghana take on Colombia in opener

Under-17 WC: 'Aiming to reach final', Ghana take on Colombia in opener

Rediff.com5 Oct 2017

Two-time champions Ghana are seeking to revive their fortunes in the tournament, having last won it way back in 1995, when they stunned a Brazilian outfit that had the likes of Julio Cesar in its ranks.