To complete the process, please follow the instructions in the email we just sent you. Ghana are still one of the giants of African football despite having won their last Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in 1982. With the Black Stars' elimination of the US national team last Saturday, if the Ghanaian side succeeds in knocking out Uruguay in their next encounter, Ghana, Africa, would be in a position to progress even to the finals of tournament on July 11 2010! With Puma having made both strips so far, there has been little variation, with the plain white shirt, shorts and socks creating a vibrant and pure image. If you're ready to subscribe, please go directly to our secure server. 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Hundreds of Ghanaian football fans claim asylum in Brazil, Spider-Man and skiing: Ghana's girls test hi-tech distance-learning scheme, Hollywood to cash in on Ghana's $3m World Cup drama, Kevin-Prince Boateng slams Ghana’s World Cup preparations as ‘amateurish’, Ghana sports minister and deputy sacked after side’s poor World Cup, World Cup 2014 talking points: Ghana shame Africa but Algeria restore pride, Ghana's World Cup in chaos as Muntari and Boateng suspended, Match-fixing claims involving Ghana cast shadow over World Cup, England: a World Cup history – video animation. The greatest kit: Of the two they have used thus far, the 2010 shirt was a cleaner design and also saw the Black Stars to their first ever World Cup semifinal. However, you can freely access - without a subscription - hundreds of today's top Africa stories and thousands of recent news articles from our home page », Click here to go to our home page for all the current news. 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Design: The West African giants stick to a plain white design for their football team, usually embossed with black trim and minimal embellishment. With Puma having made both strips so far, there has been little variation, with the plain white shirt, shorts and socks creating a vibrant and pure image. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. The Black Stars have produced some memorable performances in their three appearances in the FIFA World Cup. Short History: Ghana have only twice played at the World Cup prior to Brazil, featuring in both 2006 and 2010. Hope that an African country can rise to the rarefied heights of the FIFA World Cup and attempt the "impossible"? There was a problem processing your submission. Changes will be made to the trim, but it is unlikely that Ghana will stray far from the basic look. Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us. All rights reserved. Short History: Ghana have only twice played at the World Cup prior to Brazil, ... the 2010 shirt was a cleaner design and also saw the Black Stars to their first ever World Cup semifinal. You have selected an article from the AllAfrica archive, which requires a subscription. 2014 World Cup history: Ghana Published on: 05 June 2014 ... Asamoah Gyan Share. First published on Thu 29 May 2014 04.58 EDT, £3m pilot project delivered by the private sector hopes to boost attainment and the quality of education for 8,000 girls. 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By ghanasoccernet.com LISTEN JUN 5, 2014 This may only be Ghana's third World Cup but the Black Stars have already lit up the competition and it would take a brave man to say they haven't a chance of getting to the knockout stages. We operate from Cape Town, Dakar, Abuja, Johannesburg, Nairobi and Washington DC. Transfer window: Grading every big signing from Europe's top clubs, Kubo being held back by Emery at Villarreal, USMNT's Dest at Barca among young stars poised for breakout year, Champions League group reaction: Messi vs. Ronaldo the highlight, Man United face grueling group. Forbes Africa Names Top 10 Richest African Artists, Leaked Sex Tape - Tanzanian Socialite to Remain in Jail. 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Hope that an African country can rise to the rarefied heights of the FIFA World Cup and attempt the "impossible"? What's wrong with the giants? © 2020 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. AllAfrica is a voice of, by and about Africa - aggregating, producing and distributing 900 news and information items daily from over 140 African news organizations and our own reporters to an African and global public. Post Covid-19, What Will the New Normal Be for African Cities? Ghana, in this World Cup, seems to be pulling all the stops to do just that. Should Ghanaians and indeed all Africans, dare hope?