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Key insights from Stephen Appiah’s discussion with the Sports Parliamentary Committee
Former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah, appeared before the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sports on September 25, 2024, to voice his concerns regarding the current state of Ghanaian football.His appearance was part of an...
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I knew they’d feel uneasy in their answers – Wisdom Woyomee on NSA Parliamentary Hearing
Chairman of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sports, Culture, and Tourism, Wisdom Kobena Woyome, has expressed that he was not shocked by the National Sports Authority's (NSA) uneasy responses during the inquiry into the...
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Cape Coast, Accra Sports stadia set to host Ghana-Sudan match – NSA claims
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has announced that both the Accra and Cape Coast stadiums are fully prepared to host Ghana's upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifier against Sudan.This update comes as the official venue for...
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Wake up and stop being too money-conscious – Derek Boateng slams GFA over poor pitches in Ghana
Former Black Stars player Derek Boateng has expressed strong disapproval of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for the poor state of football pitches across the country, igniting a nationwide debate.Boateng accused the GFA of...
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Video:Man Utd’s Onana tries KiDi’s ‘Lomo lomo’ dance challenge
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana couldn't resist joining the viral dance challenge to KiDi's hit song 'Lomo Lomo' when prompted by a dancer during his recent trip to Cameroon.The moment, captured in a viral...
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Arsenal’s 16-year-old keeper, Jack Porter to make his debut in Carabao Cup
Arsenal is poised to give 16-year-old goalkeeper Jack Porter his debut in the Carabao Cup third-round match against Bolton Wanderers on Wednesday.First-choice keeper David Raya suffered a knee injury during last weekend's 2-2 draw...
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Rodri injured, to be away for a long time – Pep confirms
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Rodri is facing an extended spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury sustained during Manchester City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal.The midfielder has gone to Barcelona for...
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NPP had to be silent else it would affect us in the elections – Wontumi’s aide over Asamoah Gyan’s exit
Oheneba Nana Asiedu, a journalist and assistant to the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Boasiako, aka Chairman Wontumi, has expressed concerns that Asamoah Gyan’s resignation from the party may...
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Man Utd defender Varane retires at age 31
Former Manchester United, Real Madrid, and France defender, Raphael Varane, has officially announced his retirement from football at the age of 31.The center-back, who joined Italian club Como on a free transfer in...
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Coward move! – Ian Wright slams Haaland for throwing ball at Gabriel during Arsenal-City clash
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright has called Erling Haaland's actions a "coward’s move" after the Manchester City forward threw the ball at the back of Gabriel’s head following City's late equaliser against Arsenal.After John...
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Mahama breaks ground for a 500-seat sports facility in Bole-Bamboi
Former President John Mahama has broken ground for the development of a state-of-the-art 500-seat sports complex in Bole-Bamboi, located in the Northern Region.The project is a key part of Mahama's broader efforts to improve...
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I should have bought Arsenal when it was worth 2 billion dollars – Dangote expresses regret
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote expressed regret over missing the chance to purchase Arsenal when the club was valued at around $2 billion.In an interview with Bloomberg’s Francine Lacqua in New York, Dangote shared...
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Prepare for day of accountability – Ablakwa cautions Sports Minister over CAF stadium ban saga
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has issued a stern warning to Ghana's Sports Minister, urging him to take responsibility for the recent ban on the Baba Yara Stadium by...
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Friedkin Group ready to purchase 94% stake in Everton
The Friedkin Group has reached an agreement to acquire Farhad Moshiri's 94% majority stake in Everton.The deal, however, remains subject to regulatory approval from the Premier League, the Football Association, and the Financial...
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Verstappen says swearing punishment could speed up his F1 exit
Max Verstappen has suggested that the punishment he received for swearing during a news conference might hasten his departure from Formula 1.The 26-year-old Dutch driver, who has repeatedly stated that he is not...
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“It is a miracle we played 56 minutes at the Etihad with 10 men” – Arteta
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has described it as "a miracle" that his team came so close to victory after playing the entire second half of their 2-2 Premier League draw against Manchester City with...
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Ghana’s David Oduro, Abdul Aziz Issah left out of Barca’s line-up for Zamora clash
Ghanaian talents David Oduro and Abdul Aziz Issah are once again missing from Barcelona B's lineup for their upcoming clash against Zamora CF in Spain's third division this Saturday evening.Since their official introduction by...
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Video: Anthony Joshua brutally defeated by Daniel Dubois in the IBF title match
British boxer Daniel Dubois delivered a stunning performance, defeating fellow countryman Anthony Joshua in the fifth round of their IBF heavyweight title fight on Saturday, September 21, 2024.Dubois dominated from the outset, knocking down...
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Chelsea likely to do more transfers in January window – Enzo Maresca
Enzo Maresca has indicated that Chelsea plans to pursue additional signings next year to close the gap with Manchester City and Arsenal.This summer, Chelsea was the top spender in the transfer market for the...
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Sports ministry gives account of how renovation funds were used after Ablakwa embezzlement claims
Ministry of Youth and Sports has dismissed allegations made by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP for North Tongu, regarding the misuse of funds allocated for stadium renovations.In a recent statement, the ministry urged the...
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Arteta says Arsenal have been preparing for the Manchester City game since pre-season
Arsenal concludes a demanding week of away matches with a challenging encounter against defending champions Manchester City in the Premier League this Sunday.Manager Mikel Arteta, 42, revealed that his team has been preparing...
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Check out Cristiano Ronaldo’s opinion on Barca’s Lamine Yamal and Jude Bellingham
Cristiano Ronaldo has expressed his belief that Barcelona’s rising star Lamine Yamal will emerge as "the best player of this new generation." The five-time Ballon d'Or recipient noted that he has been highly impressed...
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Togo rejects Ghana’s proposal to use Kégué Stadium for Sudan match
Togo has allegedly declined Ghana's request to use the Kégué Stadium for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sudan.As reported by PURE TV, Togo stated that they need the stadium in optimal...
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Ghana falls six positions in the latest FIFA rankings after disappointing display in September
Ghana has fallen six spots in the latest FIFA rankings following a disappointing performance by the Black Stars in September.The team now sits in 70th place globally and 14th in Africa.Previously ranked 64th...
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Ronaldo teaches us how to win, but he doesn’t control the club – Al Nassr CEO insists
Al Nassr CEO Guido Fienga has clarified that while Cristiano Ronaldo is a key figure in the team, he does not control the club’s operations.Fienga's remarks address speculation that Ronaldo has significant influence...
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Present a long-term plan – Akufo-Addo charges Sports minister
Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has been assigned the responsibility of presenting a comprehensive long-term infrastructure proposal to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, according to a report by Nhyira FM.The proposal is expected to outline...
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Stefano Pioli named as new manager of Ronaldo’s Al Nassr
Stefano Pioli, the 58-year-old Italian manager, has been appointed as the new head coach of Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, following Luis Castro's departure.The announcement was made by the club.Pioli, who...
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Fans ‘accuse’ Casemiro of attempting to stop Garnacho from mimicking CR7 celebration, pose
Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho was seemingly stopped by teammate Casemiro from mimicking Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature celebration during their Carabao Cup clash against Barnsley.Garnacho was one of three United players to score twice as...
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2025 AFCON Qualifier: GFA mull hosting of Sudan in Togo after CAF ban
Ghana Football Association (GFA) is considering relocating the Black Stars' upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2025 qualifier against Sudan to Togo.Discussions are underway, with Togo’s national stadium emerging as the preferred option, though...
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Ronaldo’s message to Al Nassr’s dismissed coach
Cristiano Ronaldo bid a heartfelt farewell to Luis Castro following the Portuguese manager's dismissal from Al-Nassr.The Saudi Pro League club ended its association with Castro on Tuesday after a sluggish start to the...
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2026 Commonwealth Games to be held in Scotland
Glasgow has been confirmed as the host city for the 2026 Commonwealth Games after receiving support from the Scottish government.The event will be a scaled-down version, featuring fewer sports and participants, and marks...
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GFA reports Betway, Soccabet, others to Gaming Commission over unauthorised betting
Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially reported certain betting companies to the Gaming Commission of Ghana. These companies have been accused of offering unauthorised betting on GFA-sanctioned matches without approval from the Football Association.In...
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Frustrating! This isn’t how to grow football – CAF President on Ghana’s stadium ban
CAF President Patrick Motsepe criticized Ghana and other nations facing stadium bans for neglecting their sports infrastructure.Speaking at a press conference in Nairobi, Kenya, Motsepe expressed frustration over countries being forced to play...
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Cape Coast and Accra Sports stadia closed for maintenance
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has temporarily shut down the Accra Sports Stadium and Cape Coast Sports Stadium for much-needed maintenance.This move aims to upgrade the facilities to meet international standards ahead of...
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Champions League season starts today
The highly anticipated 2024/25 UEFA Champions League season kicks off today, September 17, marking the beginning of an exciting journey to crown Europe's top club.This season promises to be bigger and more thrilling...
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Another Ten Hag- Antony ‘drama’? See what the coach has to say to out-of-favour winger
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has delivered a stern message to Antony regarding his limited playing time this season.Antony has found it difficult to secure a regular spot in Ten Hag's lineup,...
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Ronaldo ruled out of Al-Nassr squad ahead of Al Shorta after contracting a virus
Cristiano Ronaldo has a virus and did not travel to Iraq with Al Nassr for Monday's AFC Champions League Elite debut match at Al Shorta, the team announced on Sunday.Al Nassr said that the...
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Not a single standard stadium and they want to be commended – Mahama jabs over stadium ban
NDC's presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama, has criticised the government's failure to maintain the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, leading to its ban by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).He described the situation as...
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Where’s the money for the pitch maintenance given by FIFA? – Ben Malor quizzes GFA
Prominent broadcaster and former spokesperson for ex-President Mahama, Ben Dotse Malor, has raised serious concerns about the management of FIFA funds allocated to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for pitch maintenance.FIFA reportedly provided...
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Videos: Jordan Ayew and wife have fun with Ghanaians in the UK
After Leicester City's Premier League match against Crystal Palace on September 14, 2024, Ghanaian footballer Jordan Ayew and his wife, Denise Acquah, took the opportunity to engage with some Ghanaians in the UK.Ayew,...
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‘Chaotic incidents’ force Kuwait FA board to resign
The entire board of the Kuwait Football Association (FA) has resigned following "regrettable chaotic incidents" during a World Cup qualifier against Iraq.The decision comes in the wake of widespread complaints from fans who...
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Fahad Al-Muwallad falls from balcony at apartment in Dubai, in ICU
Saudi Arabia international Fahad Al-Muwallad is in intensive care following a fall from the balcony of his apartment in Dubai.The incident occurred on Thursday at the 30-year-old's residence, which is reportedly owned by...
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Messi scores two for Inter Miami on injury return
Lionel Messi made a triumphant return from injury, scoring twice and providing an assist to lead Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over Philadelphia Union.The 37-year-old Argentine star had been sidelined since suffering...
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Ronaldo scores over 900 goals, gets custom-made ‘GOAT’ shirt
Cristiano Ronaldo, widely celebrated for his football prowess, was honored with a special 'GOAT' jersey by Al Nassr ahead of their 1-1 draw against Al Ahli.This gesture comes as Ronaldo recently surpassed the...
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Hearing into Man City’s 115 charges to begin on Monday; Pep maintains innocent stance
The much-anticipated hearing into Manchester City’s 115 alleged breaches of Premier League financial rules is set to begin on Monday.Manager Pep Guardiola, while acknowledging the pressure from rival clubs, has reiterated the club’s...
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FIFA gave GFA over 260k dollars for pitch maintenance
FIFA has confirmed that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) was awarded over $260,000 for the upkeep of grass pitches in Ghana.According to an email from FIFA to JoySports' Muftawu Nabila Abdulai, the funds...
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Legon Stadium isn’t fit to host Black Stars games; this is why
The Ministry of Youth and Sports has sparked controversy on social media after proposing that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) consider using the University of Ghana Stadium for Black Stars' home matches.Critics were quick...
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Historic! Ronaldo hits 1 billion followers on X, Instagram and other social media platforms
Cristiano Ronaldo has once again made history, becoming the first athlete to surpass 1 billion followers across X, Instagram, and other social media platforms.In a celebratory post on X, the global football icon...
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Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez banned from driving after two driving offences, fined £3,020 – Report
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has been hit with a driving ban and a £3,020 fine following a series of traffic violations, Sky Sports reports.Fernandez was convicted after missing a court appearance and was found...
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“We are not paying” – PSG tells Mbappe in new ruling over the €55m unpaid wages case
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has been ordered to pay Kylian Mbappe €55 million in unpaid wages following a ruling by the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) on Thursday.The decision comes after Mbappe filed a legal...
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