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Video: Chelsea’s Levi Colwill’s fight with James McClean during Rexham friendly

In the Chelsea vs Wrexham friendly, a clash between Levi Colwill and James McClean occurred just two minutes into the match following a rough challenge from McClean.Colwill, 21, reacted angrily, grabbing McClean by...

Canada Soccer admits men’s team’s attempt to use drones at Copa América

Canada Soccer chief Kevin Blue has stated that Canadian players have not engaged in any unethical conduct following a drone spying controversy that resulted in the dismissal of women’s national team coach Bev Priestman...

Arteta speaks on future of Eddie Nketiah, Smith Rowe, Nelson with club

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken about the futures of Emile Smith Rowe (23), Eddie Nketiah (25) and Reiss Nelson (24) in his latest press conference.After the Gunners' 1-1 draw (won after penalties) with...

All you need to know about Paris 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are set to kick off with an unprecedented Opening Ceremony, transforming the French capital into a vast outdoor stage.Scheduled for Friday, July 26, this groundbreaking event will defy...

Napoli’s Lindstrom joins Everton on loan

Everton have secured a loan deal for Napoli midfielder Jesper Lindstrom, with an option to purchase the player permanently in 2025, both clubs announced on Friday.Although the financial specifics of the transfer were not...

Canadian Olympic chief thinks that Bev Priestman was probably aware of the drone usage scandal

CEO of the Canadian Olympic Committee, David Shoemaker, has revealed that new information from Soccer Canada suggests suspended women's head coach Bev Priestman was likely aware of the controversial use of drones at the...

“Unbelievable” – Messi’s cryptic response following Argentina’s Olympics opener against Morocco

Lionel Messi shared a one-word message after Argentina's Olympic opener against Morocco turned chaotic.Argentina's first game of the Paris Olympics ended in a 2-1 loss to Morocco following a tumultuous match in Saint-Etienne.The...

This is how Mbappe would be used in Real Madrid – Ancelotti reveals plan

Real Madrid's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has detailed his plan for integrating Kylian Mbappe into the squad for the upcoming season.Ancelotti explained that Mbappe would primarily be deployed as a center forward or on...

Confirmed! Accra Great Olympics goalkeeper Benjamin Asare joins Accra Hearts of Oak

Accra Hearts of Oak has officially signed goalkeeper Benjamin Asare from Accra Great Olympics, aiming to bolster their goalkeeping lineup for the upcoming Ghana Premier League season.The Phobians announced the signing on their official...

I served Otumfuo, Dr. KK Sarpong, well hence my appointment as Kotoko CEO – Opoku Nti

The former Interim CEO of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, Opoku Nti, has shared how his dedicated service to the club officials led to his appointment.During Dr. Kofi K. Sarpong's tenure as CEO, Nti served as...

Malicious and crude lies! – Family of late Paralympic coach denies absconding allegations

The family of George Gyamfi Gyasi, the late coach of the so-called "fake Paralympic team," has addressed recent accusations that they absconded after arriving in Norway to retrieve and identify his body.Felix Kwame Gyasi,...

Some things you cannot control – Partey on his injury issues since joining Arsenal

Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey has described his frequent injuries at Arsenal as one of life's inexplicable occurrences.Acknowledging that such situations are beyond his control, Partey emphasized that he is diligently working to improve...

Norwegian Mark Hansen named Manager of Ghana’s Kenpong Academy

Kenpong Football Academy, located in Winneba and owned by businessman Kennedy Agyepong, has named Norwegian football expert Mark Hansen as its new manager.Hansen, known for his respected coaching career, has joined the academy on...

CAF CL: “Mr President we need your support” – FC Samartex appeals to Akufo-Addo for funds

Owner of FC Samartex, Dr. Richard Nsenkyire, has requested financial support from President Akufo-Addo as his team gears up for their CAF Champions League journey.The Timber Giants earned their place in the 2024/25 CAF...

Moussa Diaby’s Saudi transfer confirmed – Aston Villa reveals star headed for Al Ittihad

Aston Villa announced on Wednesday that France winger Moussa Diaby has transferred to Saudi Pro League club Al Ittihad for an estimated £50 million ($65 million).Diaby, 25, joined Villa Park just last summer for...

I’m congratulated wherever I go – Akufo-Addo boasts over successful hosting of African Games

Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo has revealed that he has received numerous congratulatory messages from his counterparts for the "successful" 13th edition of the African Games.Ghana hosted over 13,000 athletes and officials from across...

Asante Kotoko’s Joseph Ablorh’s wife dead

The wife of Asante Kotoko midfielder, Joseph Ablorh, has passed away, the club has announced.The cause of her sudden death has not yet been disclosed.“It is with deep sorrow that we inform you of...

Otumfuo project: Kotoko renovation works to transform Adako Jachie into modern training facility begins

Asante Kotoko has kicked off an ambitious project to modernize the Adako Jachie training facility into a state-of-the-art sports complex.While the existing facility has seen few upgrades, this new initiative, fully financed by the...

Ex- Black Stars’ Derek Boateng wishes for Kwesi Nyantakyi’s return as GFA President

Former Black Stars midfielder Derek Boateng has voiced his admiration for Kwesi Nyantakyi, the former President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), and expressed a desire for his return.Nyantakyi is widely recognized as...

‘Agent’ Bellingham allegedly attempting to convince Trent Alexander-Arnold to join Real Madrid

Jude Bellingham might be transitioning into an agent role, as the Real Madrid star was recently seen dining with Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is linked with a move to the Blancos, in Los Angeles.Both players...

Paul Pogba believes ‘all will be well’ as he begins his appeal against global football ban

Paul Pogba remains optimistic as he prepares to appeal his worldwide football ban, confidently stating that "all will be well" in the end.The World Cup winner, currently with Serie A giants Juventus, was...

Mbappe found new club and new love? As he is spotted holding hands with model Dani Grace

Kylian Mbappe might have a new club and a new partner, as Real Madrid’s latest ‘Galactico’ was spotted getting close with model Dani Grace Almeida in Miami.The France international has joined Santiago Bernabeu...

Arsenal’s Arteta lauds backup goalkeeper Karl Hein after penalty heroics in Los Angeles friendly

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised backup goalkeeper Karl Hein for his "good performance" following his penalty-saving heroics in a friendly against Bournemouth.With regular keepers David Raya and Aaron Ramsdale on a break after...

Black Stars: Otto Addo needs to be tough in his decision making

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged Black Stars head coach Otto Addo to remain firm and decisive in his decision-making to enhance the team's performance.Addo, who was recently reappointed as the head coach,...

Ghana’s Youth Resource Centres in sorry state; Sports Minister explains why

Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has pointed to insufficient funds as the reason behind the poor condition of the National Youth Resource Centres.In a press briefing on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, the Minister explained that...

I won’t accept responsibility for Norwegian-paralympic visa scandal – Sports Minister

Sports Minister Mustapha Yusif has slammed the Norwegian Embassy in Ghana for inadequate oversight in the application process for Ghanaians who entered Norway under false pretenses as Paralympic athletes.This criticism follows reports that nine...

Pay attention to our contracts, it’s beyond GFA – Black Princesses coach to govt

Black Princesses coach Yusif Basigi has called on the government to extend contract provisions to all national team coaches, not just the Black Stars coach.In an interview, Coach Basigi highlighted the struggles faced by...

Man Utd vows to consult fans before selling stadium naming rights

Manchester United have assured fans that they will be consulted before any decision is made on selling the naming rights to Old Trafford.However, the club has acknowledged that renaming the stadium is a...

Marseille finalize transfer of Pierre-Emile from Tottenham Hotspur

Marseille have secured the services of defensive midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg from Tottenham Hotspur on an initial loan, which includes an obligation to buy.The deal is reportedly valued at €20 million ($21.8m). Højbjerg joins...

Canadian soccer assistant coach, analyst sacked over drone usage

Canadian women's soccer team assistant coach and an analyst have been kicked out of the Olympic squad after New Zealand said their team had their training session disrupted by a drone flown by a...

“I say goodbye” – Nacho bids emotional farewell to Real Madrid before Saudi move

Nacho Fernández bid an emotional farewell to Real Madrid on Wednesday, concluding a remarkable 23-year tenure with the LaLiga club.The Spain international, who captained the team to a Champions League and LaLiga double...

2023/24 financial report: Real Madrid makes history as first club to make over €1bn in revenue

Real Madrid has announced that they are the highest-revenue-generating football club globally, surpassing €1 billion ($1.08 billion) in revenue according to their 2023-24 financial report.Their revenue for the 2023-24 season, excluding player transfers, hit...

Family members of late Ghanaian Paralympic coach disappear after arrival in Norway

Family members of the late Ghanaian Paralympic coach who passed away in Norway have gone missing after traveling to the country to handle his burial arrangements, according to reports.Journalist Bright Kankam Boadu revealed that...

Pep unsure of Ederson’s stay at Man City amid Saudi links

Pep Guardiola has expressed uncertainty about Ederson's future at Manchester City due to interest from the Saudi Pro League.Al-Ittihad is reportedly prepared to meet City's £50 million ($65 million/€60 million) valuation of the...

Alexi Lalas ready to take up USMNT job ‘for free’ amid coach hunt

Alexi Lalas has expressed his willingness to take on the United States men's national team coaching job "for free" amid the ongoing search for Gregg Berhalter's successor.The U.S. hosted the Copa America in early...

England job for Pep, Jurgen Klopp would be ‘boring’ – Fmr three Lions star warns

Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard are seen as popular choices for the England manager position, but Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola would likely find the role "boring."After England's Euro final defeat to Spain, Gareth...

This is how decision on Greenwood’s return to Man Utd was ruled out

Rationale behind Manchester United's decision not to reintegrate new Marseille signing Mason Greenwood has come to light. Prior to Greenwood's £23.3 million ($30m) transfer to Marseille last week, United's management deliberated over the forward's...

Neymar back on the training grounds as he partakes in Al-Hilal agility drills

Neymar looked sharp during Al-Hilal's agility drills as he began training on grass, intensifying his recovery from ACL surgery.Initially expected to dazzle audiences in Riyadh, Neymar's journey hit a major roadblock in October...

Ronaldo tops list of highest paid Saudi players; earns double Neymar’s salary

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly earning double that of Neymar as Saudi Pro League's top 10 salaries have been revealed ahead of the 2024-25 season.Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly earning twice as much as Neymar, as...

The backlash after 2010 penalty miss was intense, it affected me so much – Asamoah Gyan

Former Black Stars forward Asamoah Gyan has disclosed the impact that the criticism he faced after missing a penalty against Uruguay in the 2010 World Cup had on him.In the quarterfinal match against the...

UEFA launches probe into Morata, Rodri EURO 2024 “Gibraltar” chants during celebrations

UEFA has started disciplinary actions against Spanish players Alvaro Morata (31) and Rodri (28) due to their conduct during a EURO 2024 presentation in Madrid, European football's governing body announced on Tuesday.On July 15th,...

Mbappe, Bellingham model in Real Madrid’s new away kit ahead of 2024/25 season

Spanish giants will sport an orange shirt for their away fixtures next season, revealing a striking, vibrant design as they aim to retain both their La Liga and Champions League titles.The jersey features an...

Al Nassr ‘bait’ Kudus in new €1m monthly salary offer – Reports

Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr has extended a substantial offer to Mohammed Kudus this summer, reportedly proposing a lucrative €13 million per season, equating to a €1 million monthly salary, to attract the...

Kevin de Bruyne isn’t going anywhere – Pep addresses Saudi, other links

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has firmly rejected speculation about star midfielder Kevin de Bruyne potentially leaving the club.De Bruyne, a crucial part of City's team, played a key role in helping the club...

“We’ll squeeze him in” – Carlo Ancelotti addresses Mbappe position in club

Carlo Ancelotti has assured that Kylian Mbappe will find his place at Real Madrid, despite some concerns about his positioning within the team.Mbappe, who was unveiled to a crowd of 80,000 last week,...

Erik ten Hag-Jadon Sancho reunion could backfire – Man Utd legend Dwight Yorke

Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has cautioned Erik ten Hag that his reconciliation with Jadon Sancho might backfire. The English winger has resolved his issues with Ten Hag and is now playing a significant...

FIFA faces lawsuit as European leagues, player unions accuse them of ‘abuse of dominance’

Premier League has joined the legal battle against FIFA over alleged "abuse of dominance" concerning the international football calendar.The European Leagues organization, representing professional divisions in England, announced that a complaint will be...

Breathlessness, I couldn’t walk, cough well – Joshua Clottey opens up struggles after Gutierrez bout

Former Ghanaian boxer Joshua Clottey has shared insights into the most challenging fight of his title-laden professional career.Renowned as one of Ghana’s most successful pugilists, Clottey reached the pinnacle of his career by earning...

English-born Ghanaian Josh Acheampong joins Chelsea’s USA tour squad

Chelsea's rising star, English-born Ghanaian Josh Acheampong, has been included in the squad for the club's upcoming tour of the United States, a notable achievement in his budding career.Acheampong, recognized as one of Chelsea's...

13th African Games: Over 40 hotels threaten legal action against govt over failure to settle debts

More than 40 hoteliers have threatened legal action against the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) over unpaid dues for hosting visitors during the 13th African Games.The hoteliers allege...

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