Ghana’s sports landscape was dominated this weekend by crucial domestic football matches and major developments surrounding the national team as preparations intensify for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
From high-stakes quarter-final clashes in the MTN FA Cup to key updates involving the Ghana national football team, the weekend of March 14–15, 2026 delivered significant headlines across multiple sporting disciplines.
MTN FA Cup Quarter-Finals Take Centre Stage
Domestic football attention shifted firmly to the FA Cup quarter-final stage, with matches played across key venues as clubs battled for a place in the semi-finals.
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Aduana FC Face Liberty Youth
One of the standout fixtures saw Aduana FC take on Division One side Techiman Liberty Youth at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park.
Aduana FC entered the match with strong momentum after eliminating defending champions Asante Kotoko earlier in the competition, earning a reputation as one of the tournament’s “giant killers.”
Key Sunday Fixtures
Sunday’s schedule features several compelling encounters:
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Nations FC vs Berekum Chelsea – an all-Premier League clash in Techiman.
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Dreams FC vs Heart of Lions at the Cape Coast Stadium.
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Attram De Visser vs Medeama SC, with Attram De Visser aiming to extend their impressive run to a third consecutive quarter-final appearance.
These matches are expected to shape the final stages of one of Ghana’s most prestigious football competitions.
Black Stars Step Up World Cup Preparations
With fewer than 100 days remaining before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Ghana Football Association has intensified preparations for the national team.
Technical Team Reinforced
The Ghana Football Association has expanded the technical setup around head coach Otto Addo.
Among the professionals added to the staff are:
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Alain Ravera
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Kim Lars Björkegren, head coach of the Ghana women’s national football team
The move aims to strengthen tactical preparation ahead of the global tournament to be staged in North America.
Mohammed Salisu Recovery Update
Defender Mohammed Salisu was recently seen in Mecca performing Umrah while continuing his recovery from surgery.
Coach Otto Addo has reportedly visited the player to monitor his rehabilitation progress as the Black Stars prepare for upcoming international fixtures.
Key International Friendlies Confirmed
Ghana has finalized several high-profile friendly matches as part of its preparation schedule.
Upcoming matches include:
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vs Austria national football team
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vs Germany national football team
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vs Wales national football team (scheduled for June)
These matches are expected to provide valuable tactical testing against strong European opposition ahead of the World Cup.
Supporters Mobilisation Campaign
Meanwhile, the Ghana National Supporters Union (GHANSU) is preparing to launch a major mobilisation campaign dubbed #GhanaIsInTheHouse.
The initiative aims to rally global support for the Black Stars during the World Cup tournament. GHANSU is expected to unveil new international partners on March 17 to support the campaign.
Developments in Other Sports
Cricket Tournaments in Accra
Cricket activity is also gathering momentum in Ghana. The Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifiers are currently being hosted in Accra.
The Ghana national cricket team is preparing for its upcoming match against Seychelles national cricket team scheduled for March 24.
At the same time, the Ghana women’s national cricket team is preparing for the upcoming Nigeria Invitational Women’s T20I Tournament.
Black Queens Target WAFCON Success
In women’s football, confidence continues to grow around the Ghana women’s national football team ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Sports Ministry advisor Betty Krosbi Mensah has publicly backed the team to win gold when the tournament takes place in July.
Her optimism follows encouraging performances by the team, including a competitive recent outing against the England women’s national football team.
Ghana Premier League Quick Stat
In the domestic league standings, Medeama SC currently leads the Ghana Premier League table with 46 points after 25 matches.
They are closely followed by Bibiani Gold Stars with 45 points, setting up an intense title race in the closing stages of the season.
Conclusion From ASJ
From FA Cup knockout drama to intensified World Cup preparations and growing activity in cricket and women’s football, Ghana’s sports ecosystem continues to expand across multiple disciplines.
As domestic competitions progress and international tournaments approach, the coming weeks are expected to bring even greater excitement for Ghanaian sports fans.
Source: Accra Street Journal
Last Updated on March 15, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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