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  • GPL 2024/25: Accra Lions fined GHS5k for misconduct

    GPL 2024/25: Accra Lions fined GHS5k for misconduct

    Ghana Premier League club Accra Lions has been fined GH¢5,000 by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for misconduct.

    The club was found guilty of making inappropriate comments about match officials on social media, a move the GFA’s Disciplinary Committee says damages the reputation of the game.

    The controversy arose during Accra Lions’ 1-0 defeat to Dreams FC.

    The club’s social media post suggested that unseen forces had influenced the match outcome in favor of Dreams FC.

    Following this, the GFA Prosecutor charged the club with violating section 34(6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations, 2019.

    The post was deemed misconduct that tarnished the image of football in the country.

    In addition to the fine, Accra Lions has been warned to maintain good conduct and avoid similar actions in the future.

  • Medeama SC appoints Ibrahim Tanko as their new head coach

    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 interim, Evans Adotey managed the team, but he will now move into a new role as the club’s technical director.

    Before joining Medeama, Tanko was the technical director of Accra Lions.

    The former Borussia Dortmund player has a rich coaching background, having worked in Japan’s J-League and Germany’s Bundesliga.

    He has also been an assistant coach for both Cameroon’s national team and Ghana’s Black Stars.

    His first game in charge will be against Legon Cities in a Matchday 19 fixture at the TnA Stadium.

    Medeama SC is currently in 7th place in the Ghana Premier League with 26 points.

  • Hearts of Oak coach says he is clueless as to why they lost to Accra Lions

    Hearts of Oak coach says he is clueless as to why they lost to Accra Lions

    Hearts of Oak’s Assistant Coach, Abdul Rahim Bashiru, has voiced his surprise following his team’s unforeseen defeat to Accra Lions on Wednesday.

    Despite a promising start and several opportunities in the first half, the Phobians couldn’t convert their chances, ultimately conceding a goal to Accra Lions in the 56th minute scored by Ibrahim Issa.

    “That’s football. We started so well. We were even supposed to finish the game in the first half. We had some decent chances but we couldn’t take them,” Rahim Bashiru lamented post-match.

    “In the second half, we continued before they scored so to me, I can’t tell you the reason why. I don’t know. Whether we lost focus or what. We kept trying but they defended so well. Their goalkeeper did very well so we have to congratulate them,” he added.

    The recent defeat has seen Hearts of Oak drop to 12th place in the league standings with 35 points, just four points above the relegation zone.

    Conversely, Accra Lions have ascended to third position, strengthening their position in the league.

    Hearts of Oak have now suffered five defeats in their last six matches, with their lone victory in that period coming against Karela United.

    Given their ongoing struggles, the Phobians may face the prospect of missing out on a top-four finish for the third consecutive year, following their Ghana Premier League triumph in the 2020/21 season.

    Their upcoming fixture is against Berekum Chelsea at Golden City Park on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

  • Video: See how Accra Lions trashed Hearts of Oak yesterday

    Accra Sports Stadium witnessed an intense showdown on Wednesday afternoon as Accra Lions clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over Accra Hearts of Oak in the rescheduled Week 28 match of the Ghana Premier League.

    Originally slated for March 27th, the fixture was rescheduled to May 1st. Before kickoff, Accra Hearts of Oak held the 12th spot in the standings with 35 points, while Accra Lions sat comfortably in 8th place with 40 points.

    The game kicked off with a midfield battle, with both sides unable to break the deadlock before halftime. Following the interval, tactical adjustments were made.

    Accra Hearts of Oak was forced to substitute Glid Otanga with Gideon Asante Yeboah in the 49th minute due to an injury sustained from a collision on the field.

    In the 56th minute, Accra Lions seized the lead with a goal from Ibrahim Issa during a swift counterattack.

    Despite Accra Hearts of Oak’s efforts to level the score, Accra Lions’ defense held firm, preserving their lead until the final whistle.

    Accra Hearts of Oak will now turn their focus to their upcoming clash against Berekum Chelsea, while Accra Lions are gearing up to take on Aduana Stars in their next league encounters.

  • GPL Highlights: Asante Kotoko 4-0 Accra Lions

    GPL Highlights: Asante Kotoko 4-0 Accra Lions

    Ghanaian giants, Asante Kotoko put Accra Lions to the sword on Monday evening and beat the side 4-0 in the Ghana Premier League.

    In a Week 16 encounter of the 2022/23 Ghanaian top-flight league campaign, the Porcupine Warriors hammered the opponent 4-0 to secure all three points.

    During the match played at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, top striker Steven Mukwala netted a brace to lead the reds to a big victory.

    On the matchday, new signing Rashid Nortey opened the scoring for Asante Kotoko in the 24th minute with a simple tap-in from close range.

    Just four minutes later, Cameroonian forward Steven Mukwala curled one in to double the lead for his side.

    While the two goals would separate the two teams at halftime, Accra Lions did not have the men to stage a comeback in the second half.

    A second goal from Steven Mukwala and Enoch Morisson in the 50th and 57th minutes respectively propelled Asante Kotoko to the 4-0 win at the end of the 90 minutes.

    Watch highlights of the match below:

    The win today has seen Kotoko climb to the second in the Ghana Premier League standings.

  • 2022/23 Ghana Premier League matchday 12: RTU defeats Accra Lions 3-1

    2022/23 Ghana Premier League matchday 12: RTU defeats Accra Lions 3-1

    Real Tamale United (RTU) defeated Accra Lions 3-1 on Thursday in a 2022/23 Ghana Premier League (GPL) matchday 12 fixture at Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale.

    The victory means the hosts have now won four straight games and a third straight away defeat for the visitors.

    RTU have now moved to sixth with 18 points, a point behind Accra Lions, who are fifth.

    The home side opened the scoring 20 minutes into the game through Hearts of Oak loanee Issah Kuka, his fifth goal of the campaign.

    Youngster Samari Salifu drew parity for the visitors thirteen minutes later before defender Abdullai Mohammed made it 2-1 for RTU in first half stoppage time.

    The ‘Northern Blues’ took a two-goal advantage ten minutes after the interval when Sadat Mohammed found the back of the net for his first goal of the campaign. The game ended 3-1 for the hosts.

    Accra Lions will host Berekum Chelsea in week 13 on Monday while RTU will play Dreams FC at Dawu a day earlier.

  • Ghana international Osman Bukari opens up on his future at Red Star Belgrade

    Ghana international Osman Bukari has opened up about his future at Red Star Belgrade following interest from clubs.

    The enterprising winger who joined the Serbian outfit in the summer has become an instant hit for the club.

    The former Accra Lions star has racked up 7 goals and provided 5 assists in the 24 matches he has played for the club so far.

    In an interview with Nkawkaw-based Agoo FM monitored by Footballghana.com, Osman Bukari expressed he is focused at Red Star Belgrade and will decide on his future ones the season is over.

    “I have read news of club’s interest in me but I will wait for the season to end before I can decide on my future. It’s been six months since I joined Red Star Belgrade so I want to focus and finish the season. So we will see what happens at the end of the season” he said.

    The Red Star Belgrade winger was part of the 26 players that represented Ghana at the mundial, where the Black Stars bow out at group stage.

    The winger who has been in a rich vein of form registered his name on the scoresheet when Ghana lost 3-2 to Portugal in the World Cup opening game.

  • 2022/23 Ghana Premier League: Week 2 Match Report- Accra Lions 2-1 Karela United

    Accra Lions secured their first win of the season after an impressive 2-1 victory over Karela United at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday.

    First half goals from Samuel Gyimah and Daniel Awuni and a second half consolation from Enock Agblenyo ensured the hosts grabbed all three points.

    Accra Lions after suffering defeat on the road against Kotoku Royals last week, started the game strongly and should have been up by two goals in the first ten minutes after Eric Okyere and Youssouf Simpara came close.

    Daniel Awuni pulled a save from Karela United goalkeeper Felix Kyei before Mohammed Shawkan fired from long range.

     

    Karela United troubled the defence of Accra Lions momentarily but just half way through the first half the home side will get the opener after Samuel Gyimah met a teasing cross from Baba Apiiga.

    Four minutes later, Accra Lions doubled their lead after a beautiful piece of play saw Daniel Awuni dummy a Karela defender and curl home for the second in the 27th minute.

    Salifu Baba Apiiga pulled a great save from Kyei from a neatly worked freekick before half time.

    After the break, Karela United coach Bismarck Kobby Mensah made three changes as he tried to get something out of the game.

    Second half substitute Enock Agblenyo pulled one back on the hour mark after moment of control from the visitors.

    Source: Ghanasoccernet

  • Accra Lions announce signing of Malian forward Youssouf Simpara

    Accra Lions have completed the signing of Malian forward Youssouf Simpara ahead of the new season.

    The lanky forward joins the Ghana Premier League side from Malian club Association Sportive de Korofina. 

    The 21-year-old is expected to add quality to the attack of Accra Lions with the new season set to start on Friday, September 9, 2022.

     

    “Accra Lions Football Club can confirm the signing of Malian striker Youssouf Simpara. The Lions have moved to bolster their striking options with the transfer of the lanky former Under-20 international,” wrote Accra Lions as they announced the arrival of the forward.

    Coach James Francis is delighted with the latest addition to the squad.

    “We are delighted to add such a smart striker to our squad. He will surely increase the quality in the team,” said James Francis.

    Accra Lions begin the season with a trip to Akyim to play newcomers Kotoku Royals

    Source: Ghanasoccernet

  • Sporting Kansas City sign Accra Lions’ Osuman Kassim

    Osuman Kassim is set to play for Sporting Kansas City II after signing a contract with the club.

    The Accra Lions defender joins the club on loan until 2023 following an explosive campaign in the Ghana Premier League (GPL).

    Accra Lions announcing the transfer said “Sporting Kansas City II announced today that the club has acquired forward Josip Hmura in a transfer from Croatian side NK Istra 1961 and center back Osuman Kassim on loan from Ghanaian outfit Accra Lions FC.”

    The club also announced that Hmura and Kassim have signed MLS NEXT Pro professional contracts and will join Sporting KC II pending receipt of their International Transfer Certificates and P1 visas.

    He joins Accra Lions teammates and countrymen Joseph Addo Tetteh and Rauf Salifu, who joined the American club earlier this year.

    Source: The Independent GhanaÂ