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GFA not exclusive to Mahama’s ban on first class travels – Kofi Adams

Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams revealed that President John Dramani Mahama's directive banning first-class travel for government officials will now also include members of the Ghana Football Association (GFA).Aimed at reducing costs and...

Sports Minister lists 5 reasons behind GPL’s ‘sorry’ state

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has identified key factors contributing to the decline of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), describing the competition as being in a “sorry state.”The country’s top-tier football league...

Aston Villa’s coah praises Marcus Rashford training habits,says he has great potential

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has insisted that new loan signing Marcus Rashford has trained "fantastically" and has "big potential" despite Manchester United's willingness to part ways with the forward.Following weeks of speculation after...

Arne Slot wish Virgil van Dijk would stay at Liverpool ‘for a long time’

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has expressed his desire to continue working with captain Virgil van Dijk "for a long time," despite ongoing uncertainty about the defender's future.Van Dijk, along with teammates Mohamed Salah...

‘From what I hear, nobody is happy with referees’ – Ancelotti to LaLiga prez

Carlo Ancelotti has responded to LaLiga president Javier Tebas' criticism, asserting that Real Madrid's complaints about refereeing decisions are driven by a desire to "improve things" and "change a system they don't like."Madrid lodged...

FM25 game announces cancellation of 2025 edition, developers apologize to fans

On Friday, the creators of the popular video game "Football Manager" announced that the 2025 edition, which had already faced two delays, has been canceled. The developers, Sports Interactive, cited that the "overarching player...

Man City lists ‘injured’ Rodri in Champions League squad

Manchester City have updated their Champions League squad for the knockout phase, including injured midfielder Rodri along with new signings Omar Marmoush, Nico González, and Abdukodir Khusanov.However, Vitor Reis, who joined in January for...

Man City tops chart as club that spent the most in January transfer window – FIFA data

Global transfers during the January window exceeded $2 billion (£1.6bn) for the first time in men's football, with Premier League champions Manchester City contributing 10% of the total spend, amounting to $223 million (£179m)...

NPP charges Otumfuo to suspend Ghana Premier League until Pooley’s death is resolved

Tema West Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwasi Poku, has urged the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to ensure justice for the deceased Kotoko fan, Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as Pooley.He...

GFA is under no obligation to consult anyone before making decisions – Fred Acheampong

Executive Committee Member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Fredrick Acheampong, also known as Fred Achie, has asserted that the GFA has the authority to independently make decisions regarding the Black Stars.He emphasized that...

Kotoko bus driver blames cause of chaos on Ignatius Baffour-Awuah’s bodyguard

The driver of Kumasi Asante Kotoko’s team bus, known as Baba, has shared intriguing insights and accusations concerning the violent events that occurred during their match against Nsoatreman FC on February 2, 2025.According to...

Video: Mourinho playfully slaps the translator on the shoulder after he interprets ‘twilight’ as ‘toilet’

Jose Mourinho had a humorous moment when he playfully slapped his translator due to a hilarious translation error During a press conference, .Having joined Fenerbahce this summer, the manager found himself amused when his...

2 years on: Black Stars, Chelsea pay tribute to Christian Atsu two years after his passing

Black Stars, Chelsea, and Newcastle United have all paid tribute to former player Christian Atsu on the second anniversary of his tragic death in Turkey, which occurred on February 6, 2023.The Black Stars' official...

“I love Santos” – Neymar’s words following return to Santos after 12 years

Brazilian striker Neymar has noted that the experience of playing for Santos again after 12 years as indescribable.At 33 years old, Neymar returned to Santos on January 31, having left the club in 2013...

Jenni Hermoso’s brother says her sister was ‘forced’ to understate Luis Rubiales kiss at 2023 World Cup

Jenni Hermoso’s brother, Rafael, has told a Spanish court that the football star was pressured to downplay the kiss she received from former Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) president Luis Rubiales after the 2023 Women’s...

AmaZulu coach defends Ghana’s Richard Ofori; calls for psychological help after trolls over costly error

AmaZulu coach Arthur Zwane has defended goalkeeper Richard Ofori after a costly mistake led to his team dropping points against Kaizer Chiefs in the South African Premiership on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.The Ghanaian goalkeeper...

Police finds body of young player in the sea after night out with teammates

Swiss football club FC Granges-Paccot is mourning the death of 24-year-old player Jakov Jelkic, whose body was found after he went missing in Alicante, Spain.Jelkic was in Alicante with his teammates for a tournament....

Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni says Messi’s plans to play in the 2026 World Cup

Lionel Messi is set to make an appearance at the 2026 World Cup, following an agreement with Argentina’s head coach, Lionel Scaloni.Scaloni confirmed the development during an interview with DSports, offering fans renewed...

Former Asante Kotoko coach Sabuto passes away

Former Asante Kotoko Coach Prince Acheampong, Known as Sabuto, DiesPrince Acheampong, fondly referred to as Sabuto, has passed away. The former Asante Kotoko coach’s death was confirmed on Monday, January 4, 2025.Asante Kotoko shared...

IGP Dampare engages Kotoko executives after fan’s death during Nsoatreman match

Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akufo Dampare, met with Asante Kotoko’s leadership on Tuesday to address the violent incidents that occurred during their match against Nsoatreman FC.The Matchday 19 game, held at...

Asante Kotoko official shares account of how Nana Pooley was killed

A tragic incident has rocked Ghanaian football as Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley, was fatally stabbed during Asante Kotoko's Matchday 19 fixture at Nana Kronmansah Park in Twumasikrom.Pooley, a dedicated...

 Jeffery Schlupp joins Celtic on loan

Jeffrey Schlupp has signed a loan deal with Celtic from Crystal Palace, set to last until the end of the season.The 32-year-old Ghanaian international is approaching the end of his contract with the London...

Man City welcome Porto midfielder Gonzalez

Manchester City have completed the signing of Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez for €60 million (£50 million).The 23-year-old Spaniard becomes City’s fifth acquisition of the winter transfer window, agreeing to a four-and-a-half-year deal with the...

“The GFA needs a serious overhauL” – Dr. Paa Kwesi Nduom after Kotoko fan’s murder

Business consultant and founder of Ghana's Progressive People's Party (PPP), Dr. Paa Kwesi Nduom, has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to implement significant reforms following the tragic incident at Nsoatre last weekend.The incident...

Sergio Ramos scheduled for medicals ahead of Monterrey move

Sergio Ramos is set to undergo a medical in Madrid on Monday ahead of finalizing his move to Mexican club Monterrey, according to sources speaking to ESPN.The experienced defender, who has previously played for...

Allow me to be a part of the family – Legacy The Barber’s words to CR 7 after he declined a video recording

Ghanaian barber Kelvin Akomeah Boafo, known by the nickname "Legacy The Barber," recently shared an interesting encounter with Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo.He revealed that he had the opportunity to give Ronaldo a...

Maxwell Konadu part ways with Black Leopards

Former Black Stars Assistant Coach, Maxwell Konadu, has officially resigned from his role as head coach of South African club Black Leopards.Konadu, who took charge in July 2024 on a three-year contract after...

Ghana FA suspends Premier League matches after tragic fan death in Nsoatre

Ghana Football Association (GFA) has suspended all Ghana Premier League matches in response to the recent outbreak of violence in Nsoatre.The violent incident, which occurred during a match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko...

Luis Rubiales trial: Hermoso to appear in court to testify against ex-football federation chief

Jenni Hermoso, a key member of Spain's World Cup-winning team, is set to testify on Monday in the trial of former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales. The case stems from the infamous kiss...

Let Mbappé do things his own way – Cristiano Ronaldo advises Real Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo has urged Real Madrid to "take care" of Kylian Mbappé and emphasized that the young forward should "chart his own path" as he strives to establish himself as a legend at the...

DR Congo calls on Arsenal, PSG others to end ‘blood-stained’ Visit Rwanda sponsorship deals

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has urged top European football clubs Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to sever their sponsorship ties with Visit Rwanda, condemning the deals amid a worsening humanitarian crisis...

Staunch Kotoko fan stabbed to death

A devoted Asante Kotoko supporter, Frimpong Yaw Francis, has tragically lost his life after being stabbed during violent clashes following the club’s Ghana Premier League Matchday 19 fixture against Nsoatreman FC at the Nana...

4 children, newly wed: What you need to know about murdered Asante Kotoko fan

Tragedy struck after Asante Kotoko's loss to Nsoatreman FC on Sunday, January 3, 2024, when passionate fan Nana Pooley was fatally stabbed in the chaos that followed the match. Pooley, a devoted Kotoko supporter,...

Partey’s tournament to make comeback in June 2025 to scout young Ghanaian talent

The second edition of the Thomas Partey Tournament is set to take place from June 10 to 13, 2025, following a successful inaugural event in December 2024.The competition aims to discover, recruit, and nurture...

Aston Villa rejects Arsenal’s approach for Ollie Watkins

Aston Villa has turned down an offer from Arsenal for England striker Ollie Watkins.According to sources who spoke to BBC Sport, Arsenal inquired about the 29-year-old on Monday. Reports of a £60 million bid...

Number 12: Court of Appeal rules that Anas Aremeyaw Anas to testify without mask

The Court of Appeal has ruled that investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas must testify in public without his trademark mask in the ongoing trial of Kwesi Nyantakyi.The decision, made on Thursday, January 30, 2025,...

Medeama SC appoints Ibrahim Tanko as their new head coach

Medeama SC has appointed Ibrahim Tanko as their new head coach on a two-and-a-half-year contract.Tanko takes over from Bosnian coach Nebojsa Kapor, who left the club by mutual agreement in December 2024.In the...

Man Utd’s Amorim says he wouldn’t have Rashford in his squad if he doesn’t change

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says Marcus Rashford "must change" before he can play for the team again.The 27-year-old forward has not played for United in seven weeks. In December, he stated that...

FIFA’s Financial Governance workshop for member associations in Accra kicks off

On Wednesday, January 29, FIFA launched a three-day Financial Governance workshop for its member associations, aimed at strengthening financial management within football. The workshop focuses on enhancing accountability, transparency, and the efficient use of...

It was tough, not everyone agreed – GFA’s Henry Asante Twum on keeping Otto Addo

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has revealed that the decision to retain Otto Addo as head coach of the Black Stars was not an easy one.Despite facing intense...

“He demands a lot” – Kudus opens up on how working with Graham Potter is like

Mohammed Kudus has revealed that West Ham's new manager, Graham Potter, has set high expectations after just three weeks at the helm.Potter, who replaced Julen Lopetegui following a series of disappointing results, signed...

Ex-GHALCA boss laments poor standard of local players

Former GHALCA chairman, Alhaji Ali Raji, has criticized the quality of Ghana’s home-based players, stating that their low standard has negatively affected the country’s performance in youth tournaments.Ghana has been absent from the U-17...

GFA unveils new Black Stars technical team as Laumann exits, Paintsil stays

The long-awaited restructuring of the Black Stars’ technical team was finally confirmed late on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.Anticipating mixed reactions over their decision to retain Otto Addo, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) quietly unveiled...

This is the Barcelona return plan for Messi – David Beckham details

David Beckham has revealed Lionel Messi’s Barcelona return plan, with Inter Miami resigned to losing the Argentine superstar at some stage.The MLS outfit, who allowed Messi to go chasing the American dream in 2023,...

Police arrest Belgian footballer Nainggolan in cocaine trafficking raid

Radja Nainggolan, the 36-year-old Belgian footballer, has been taken into custody in connection with a cocaine trafficking investigation.He was among several individuals arrested by Belgian authorities on Monday morning following multiple raids across the...

Man City warned to ready for heavy point reduction if found guilty in FFFP case

Manchester City has been warned that they could face a 40-point deduction in their Financial Fair Play (FFP) case, though relegation from the Premier League is not expected.The club is currently facing over 115...

It was uncomfortable – Kyle Walker speaks on conversation with Pep before loan transfer

Kyle Walker has shared details of his conversation with Pep Guardiola before leaving Manchester City, admitting that it was a difficult talk.Walker, who moved to AC Milan on loan during the January transfer window,...

Chelsea loan Renato Veiga to Juventus; Danilo bids farewell to the club

Juventus has announced the signing of Portugal defender Renato Veiga on loan from Chelsea until the end of the current season.The 21-year-old joins the Serie A club after a tough start at Chelsea,...

Neymar and Al Hilal part ways as move to Santos looms

Al Hilal announced on Monday that they had reached a mutual agreement with Neymar to terminate his contract, paving the way for his return to his former club, Santos, in Brazil.The Saudi Pro League...

AFCON 2025: CAF and Morocco LOC reveal host cities and stadiums for the tournament

Confederation of African Football (CAF), along with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation and the Local Organizing Committee, has announced the host cities for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025.The tournament, which will...

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