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Ato Forson’s comment on betting tax thrill some netizens; see reactions
Ghanaians have been buzzing on social media after Cassiel Ato Forson, President John Mahama’s nominee for Minister of Finance, promised to remove the betting tax.While being vetted on Monday, January 13, 2025, Ato Forson...
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Mahama seperates sports ministry from youth ministry; here’s why
President John Dramani Mahama has decided to split the Ministry of Youth and Sports to address sports and youth issues separately.During his 2024 election campaign, Mahama pointed out that combining the two areas under...
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Man Utd fans jeered at Partey during the FA Cup match at the Emirates Stadium
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey faced boos and jeers during Arsenal’s FA Cup match against Manchester United on Sunday, January 12, 2024.Partey came on as a substitute for Dutch defender Jurrien Timber during extra time...
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Kyle Walker wants to leave Mana City; he wants to options abroad – Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has confirmed that Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has expressed his desire to leave the club this month and pursue opportunities abroad as his career approaches its later stages.Walker, 34, has 18...
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GFA mulls appointment of technical director to assist Otto Addo
Ghana Football Association (GFA) is reportedly considering hiring a technical director to assist Black Stars head coach Otto Addo.This comes as the 47-year-old coach's future hangs in the balance following Ghana's failure to qualify...
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GFA names Frimpong Manso as new Head Coach of the Black Starlets
The Ghana Football Association has named Stephen Frimpong Manso as the new Head Coach of the country's Under-17 male football team, the Black Starlets.Manso takes over from Laryea Kingston, who left the position in...
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Sulley Muntari labels Jose Mourinho as the best coach in the world
Legend of the Black Stars, Sulley Muntari, has shared his opinion on the best football coaches in the world, and it’s clear that he believes Jose Mourinho is the best.Muntari, who played under...
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‘At the right time I will respond’ – Anim Addo on GFA charge
President of Ghana Premier League side Young Apostles Samuel Anim Addo says he is willing to comply with the regulations of the Ghana Football Association following the Disciplinary Committee's charge.The former Executive Council member...
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GFA charges Sammy Anim Addo of misconduct over claims of relegation threats
Owner of Young Apostles FC, Samuel Anim Addo, has been accused of misconduct by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) following his statements against the body.In a statement released on January 9, 2024, the GFA...
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Maxwell Hanson is GFA’s hatchet man for dirty works, antics – Sammy Anim Addo
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Sammy Anim Addo has strongly criticized the GFA, accusing referee Maxwell Hanson of being involved in questionable practices after Accra Lions complained about his officiating in...
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Nigeria names Eric Chelle as new Super Eagles coach
Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has named Eric Chelle as the new head coach of the Super Eagles.Chelle, who previously coached Mali, replaces Augustine Eguavoen, who had been temporarily in charge after Finidi George left...
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Arsenal fans slam Partey after 0-2 defeat in Newscastle clash
Arsenal fans are upset with midfielder Thomas Partey after the team’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle at the Emirates on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.The 31-year-old returned to his regular midfield position after playing as a...
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Arsenal’s Arteta says EFL Cup balls fly a lot, they are tricky
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains confident that his team can still make it to the Carabao Cup final, despite admitting that they need to get better at handling the “tricky” ball used in the...
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GFA tells reasons behind Black Queens head coach Nora Hauptle’s exit
Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has revealed that the GFA made every effort to retain Nora Hauptle as head coach of the Black Queens.The Swiss coach, who was...
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4 months of persistence and still no results – GFA fumes over Sports Ministry’s failure to pay Otto Addo’s arrears
Spokesperson for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has revealed that the GFA has been making efforts to pay off Black Stars coach Otto Addo’s unpaid salary.He explained that the GFA has...
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Video: See Dede Ayew’s stunning goal against Marseille
Captain of the Black Stars, Andre Ayew, scored a goal for Le Havre in their 5-1 defeat to Marseille in the French Ligue 1 on January 5, 2025.The goal came as Ayew faced his...
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Chelsea eyeing a move to bring Marc Guehi back from Crystal Palace
Chelsea are reportedly looking to bring back Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi.The 24-year-old, who left Chelsea for Palace in 2021 in an £18m deal, is now on the Blues’ shortlist of defensive...
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Black Queens: Ex-Sports Minister slams GFA over Nora Häuptle’s exit; says it’s a shame
Former Sports Minister Akua Sena Dansua has expressed her disappointment with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for not keeping former Black Queens coach Nora Häuptle.Dansua called the decision a “shame” and said it was...
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Video: Andre Ayew gets emotional, breaks down in tears as Marseille fans gives him a standing ovation
Black Stars captain Andre Ayew couldn’t hide his emotions as Marseille fans gave him a standing ovation during their impressive 5-1 win over Le Havre in the French Ligue 1 on Sunday, January 5,...
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Video: See how Gary Neville tried to delay the Liverpool-Man Utd game by shoveling snow at Anfield
Former Manchester United player Gary Neville was humorously spotted trying to have the Liverpool vs. Manchester United match canceled.The game was in danger of being postponed due to heavy snowfall in Liverpool on...
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PSG wins French Super Cup with late strike from Dembele
Ousmane Dembélé’s stoppage-time goal secured a 1-0 victory for Paris Saint-Germain over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday. The win marked PSG’s third consecutive Super Cup triumph.The Ligue 1 champions, who...
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He has to fight for his spot – Man City’s Pep on Jack Grealish missing starting line-up
Manager of Manchester City, Pep Guardiola has challenged Jack Grealish to work hard and earn his spot in the team’s starting lineup. He urged the midfielder to regain the impressive form he showed during...
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Black Queens coach dicthes the for Zambia 6 months before WAFCON
The Black Queens have hit a major hurdle in their preparations for the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Former coach Nora Hauptle has signed a three-year contract with Zambia, leaving Ghana without...
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They removed Nyantakyi because he wouldn’t let them have his way – Asamoah Gyan claims
Former captain of the Black Stars, Asamoah Gyan, has strongly supported Kwesi Nyantakyi, the former president of the Ghana Football Association (GFA). He believes that Nyantakyi was removed due to sabotage and personal agendas...
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It’s my fault – Pep takes blame for Man City’s lacklustre form
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s manager, has taken responsibility for the club's poor form this season. Despite winning the Premier League title for the last four years and six of the past seven, City are...
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George Afriyie vows to petition govt if Kurt Okraku seek a third term in office
Former GFA Vice-President George Afriyie has expressed his determination to seek government intervention if Kurt Okraku attempts to serve a third term as GFA President.Reports suggest that the Executive Council of the GFA...
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Kudus the ‘perfect’ replacement for Saka – Ex-Arsenal player Adrian Clarke
Former Arsenal midfielder Adrian Clarke has suggested that Ghana's Mohammed Kudus could be the perfect replacement for Bukayo Saka, who was injured during Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Crystal Palace on December 21, 2024.Saka,...
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‘We are not accountable to Ghanaians’ – GFA ExCo member Nana Oduro Sarfo
Member of the Ghana Football Association's (GFA) Executive Council, Nana Sarfo Oduro, has clarified that the GFA is not accountable to fans or the general public.Instead, he explained that the association’s operations are...
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Chelsea said to be eyeing Man Utd target Kolo Muani
Manchester United's plans to sign Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain could be disrupted by Chelsea, who are also looking to strengthen their attack.United are interested in Kolo Muani to help solve their goal-scoring...
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Tuchel officially begins as England’s head coach ahead of 2026 World Cup
Thomas Tuchel has officially started his role as head coach of the England men’s national team on an 18-month contract, which will last until the end of the 2026 World Cup.Tuchel’s appointment, announced by...
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Jordan Ayew emerges as Black Stars’ top scorer for the in 2024
Jordan Ayew shone brightly for the Black Stars in 2024, emerging as the team's top scorer with nine goals.The 32-year-old forward displayed remarkable consistency, scoring in the Africa Cup of Nations, friendly matches,...
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Guardiola ready to bid €80M for Kudus – Reports
Manchester City is reportedly preparing to make an €80 million offer for Ghanaian winger Mohammed Kudus as they seek to strengthen their squad.The move comes after Pep Guardiola identified Kudus as a key player...
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GFA reportedly planning a dissolution of the entire Black Stars backroom staff
Ghanaian football legends John Paintsil and Fatau Dauda are likely to be relieved of their duties with the Black Stars as the Ghana Football Association (GFA) undertakes a major restructuring of Otto Addo’s coaching...
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Mikel Arteta defends substituting Martin Ødegaard in Arsenal draw
Mikel Arteta has explained his decision to substitute Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard during their goalless draw with Everton, describing it as a tactical move.Despite pushing for a goal, Arteta replaced the influential midfielder in...
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Flashback: Stephen Appiah hails Sharaf Mahama, says he looks like ‘dada bee,’ but he is a hard guy
Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah has praised Sharaf Mahama, a football agent and the son of President-elect John Dramani Mahama, for his strong work ethic.In a video circulating on social media, Stephen Appiah...
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Mbappe no longer with transgender girlfriend; he said he is single
Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe has reportedly ended his rumored relationship with transgender model Ines Rau.Speculation about their romance began in 2022 when the pair were seen together on several occasions, though neither publicly...
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Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup hosts – FIFA confirms
FIFA has announced that Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. This decision, made on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, means the tournament will return to the Gulf region after Qatar hosted it in...
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Kwasi Appiah hesitant to confirm interest in Black Stars coaching role
Former Black Stars head coach James Kwasi Appiah Kwasi Appiah appears to avoid giving a clear response about returning as Black Stars coach despite currently being under contract with Sudan.However, his answer to a...
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Pep Guardiola has no plans of managing any other club after Man City
Manager of Manchester City, Pep Guardiola, has shared his plans for the future and discussed where he might go after leaving the club.Guardiola recently signed a new contract with Manchester City, keeping him at...
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Ex-Sekondi Hasaacas footballer Kwabena Baidoo loses his life during NDC celebration
Former Sekondi Hasaacas player Kwabena Baidoo tragically lost his life during celebrations for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) victory in Ellembelle District, Western Region.According to reports from Ghanasoccernet.com, Baidoo died in a motor accident...
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Cole Palmer leads Chelsea to victory with two goals in their clash against Tottenham
Cole Palmer’s two penalties helped Chelsea secure a dramatic 4-3 win over Tottenham Hotspur, bringing them closer to Premier League leaders Liverpool.Tottenham initially took a 2-0 lead with goals from Dominic Solanke and...
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Nana Kwame Bediako advices GFA to explore innovative funding strategies just like FIFA does
Independent presidential candidate Nana Kwame Bediako has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to adopt creative ways to fund football in the country.The New Force leader criticised the GFA for not taking inspiration from...
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Video: Pep Guardiola lost his temper, almost fought a fan after on the street after 0-2 defeat against Liverpool
Manchester City’s head coach, Pep Guardiola, was nearly involved in a physical confrontation with a fan after a recent loss.A video circulating online shows the fan mocking Guardiola over the defeat, prompting an unusually...
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Abedi Pele endorses Black Galaxies ahead of Nigeria CHAN qualifiers
Ghana football legend Abedi Pele has shown his support for the Black Galaxies as they get ready for their 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers against Nigeria.The two teams will face each other in...
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I’m different from Jose Mourinho; I have won 6, he won 3 – Pep Guardiola to critics
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has addressed criticism about a hand gesture he made during the match against Liverpool at Anfield on December 1, 2024.Guardiola explained that holding up six fingers was not a...
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Kwasi Appiah takes back role as Execom member of GFA after temporary suspension
Head coach of the Sudanese national team, James Kwasi Appiah, has returned to his position as a member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council.This comes after he was suspended temporarily by...
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Jill Ellis named as FIFA Chief Football Officer
FIFA has named Jill Ellis as its new Chief Football Officer. In this role, Ellis will be part of FIFA’s leadership team, responsible for shaping and executing the global football strategy.Ellis brings extensive experience...
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Now I can relate with Mourinho’s anger – Essien talks his coaching experience
Chelsea and Ghana football legend Michael Essien has acknowledged the challenges that come with coaching.Widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation, Essien transitioned into coaching after a 20-year playing...
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Binance, Ronaldo hunt for next ‘master of skills’
Binance has partnered with football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo to launch a thrilling new challenge in search of the next "master of skills."The Proof of Skill Challenge invites participants to showcase their football talents...
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Samuel Inkoom granted GHC50k bail in fraud case
Former Black Stars player Samuel Inkoom has been granted bail in the amount of GH¢50,000 with one surety after being charged with defrauding by false pretences.The 34-year-old appeared before the Accra Circuit Court,...
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