Ghana international Bernard Mensah encountered a challenging match, receiving the marching orders in Al-Nasrâ??s defeat to Al-Wasl in the United Arab Emirates Pro League on Saturday.The former Black Stars midfielder was handed a starting role, but his participation in the crucial encounter was cut short before the halftime break.The former Atletico Madrid star received a straight red card as Al Nasr succumbed to a 2-1 away defeat to Al-Wasl in the round six clash, held at the

Ghana international defender Nathaniel Adjei has expressed his delight after making a timely return to the FC Lorient squad ahead of their Ligue 1 clash with Stade Brestois on Sunday.Adjei was sidelined for several months after sustaining a serious injury earlier in the season, a setback that halted his impressive start to life in France following his move from Swedish side Hammarby IF.The 23-year-oldâ??s absence was deeply felt by FC Lorient, who have been inconsistent at the

Ghana international defender Nathaniel Adjei has expressed his delight after making a timely return to the FC Lorient squad ahead of their Ligue 1 clash with Stade Brestois on Sunday.Adjei was sidelined for several months after sustaining a serious injury earlier in the season, a setback that halted his impressive start to life in France following his move from Swedish side Hammarby IF.The 23-year-oldâ??s absence was deeply felt by FC Lorient, who have been inconsistent at the

England-born Ghanaian forward was on the scoresheet, but it wasnâ??t enough to prevent Rizespor from a 2-1 home defeat to Trabzonspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Saturday.The 23-year-old forward, on loan from Premier League outfit Crystal Palace started and played for 81 minutes as Rizespor succumbed to defeat in the round 9 fixture, held at the Ã?aykur Didi Stadyumu.Despite the loss, the talented English-Ghanaian forward was one of the standout performers for the home side.Trabzonspor

Medeama and Samartex shared the points in a thrilling Ghana Premier League encounter at the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa on Saturday.The game had plenty of drama as Medeama came from behind to secure a 1â??1 draw, a result that keeps them temporarily top of the league table, pending the outcome of other fixtures.Samartex took a surprise lead in the first half when Dramani Awuah produced a moment of brilliance, scoring from the centre circle after Medeama carelessly lost possession.

Dreams FC shook off their difficult start to the season to beat visiting Nations FC at the Tuba Astro Turf on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The Still Believe scored in either half to record their first victory of the campaign.Ernest Appiah opened the scoring for the hosts just seven minutes into the game.After recess, Suraj Seidu netted on 54 minutes to seal a sweet victory for Dreams.Nations are now winless in five matches and will look to return to winning ways when they host

Ghana international Brandon Thomas-Asante delivered a top-class performance for Coventry City, scoring to inspire the side to victory over Blackburn Rovers in the English Championship on Saturday afternoon.The Black Stars attacker played full throttle of the match on his return from international duty, as his outfit cruised to a 2-0 home victory over their opponent in the Round 10 clash, held at the Coventry Building Society Arena.Thomas-Asante played a pivotal role by registering

Dutch-Ghanaian attacker Deabeas Owusu-Sekyere delivered an outstanding performance as Zhejiang Professional triumphed over Shandong Taishan in the Chinese Super League.The 25-year-old attacker started and lasted the entire duration of the match as his outfit settled for a 2-2 home draw against their opponent on Saturday afternoon.Owusu-Sekyere played a pivotal role by registering his name on the scoresheet, contributing to his outfit stalemate in the round 27 clash, held at the

The Upper East Regional Football Association (UERFA) on Thursday held its annual Ordinary Congress at the Regional House of Chiefs in Bolgatanga.The congress, which officially ushered in the new football season, brought together key stakeholders, including club administrators, District Football Association chairmen, representatives from the Referees and Coaches Associations, players, and other football bodies.In his address, UERFA Chairman Alhaji Salifu Seidu Zida urged clubs to

The Volta Regional Football Association (VRFA) held its Ordinary Session of Congress at the Ho Municipal Assembly Hall on Friday.This marks the official launch of the 2025/26 football season, with over 90 congressmen attending the event, which brought together key stakeholders from across the region.In his address, VRFA Chairman Daniel Agbogah congratulated the Black Stars on qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the achievement as an inspiration for the regionâ??s

Black Starlets head coach, Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, inspired students of SOS-Hermann Gmeiner International College in Tema Community 6 with a career guidance session on Friday, October 17, 2025.Dr Ogum, who recently guided the Black Starlets to their first AFCON qualification since 2017 during the WAFU B U17 Championship in Ivory Coast, was invited to speak on career development and purposeful decision-making among young people.Sharing insights from his journey as a sports psychologist,

Asante Kotoko will face one of their sternest challenges in recent years when they welcome Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club to the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday in the CAF Confederation Cup playoff round. The Porcupine Warriors will aim to secure a strong first-leg advantage before the return encounter in Casablanca.Both sides are clubs of CAF Champions League pedigree but find themselves in this yearâ??s Confederation Cup after underwhelming domestic campaigns. For Wydad,

Dutch-Ghanaian attacker Ernest Poku produced an outstanding performance to help Bayer Leverkusen secure an important away win over Mainz 05 in the German Bundesliga on Saturday.The 21-year-old, who joined the German outfit in the summer started and lasted 79 minutes as his outfit cruised to a 4-3 victory at the MEWA ARENA.The former AZ Alkmaar star played a pivotal role by serving an assist, contributing to Leverkusenâ??s success in the much-anticipated clash.Spain international

Ghana international Alexander Djiku was given the marching orders as Spartak Moscow shared the spoils with FC Rostov in the Russian Premier League.The Black Stars rock-solid defender was handed a starting role on his return from Ghana duty, as his outfit played out a 1-1 draw against their opponent on home turf.Djiku lasted only minutes in the matchday 12 fixture, held at the Lukoil Arena on Saturday afternoon. The highly-rated defender received two yellow cards within three minutes

Medeama SC midfielder Prince Owusu has set his sights on earning a place in Ghanaâ??s final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after featuring in the qualifiers that secured the Black Starsâ?? ticket to the tournament.Ghana booked their spot at next yearâ??s global showpiece, to be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, following a 1-0 win over Comoros in Kumasi.Owusu was part of Otto Addoâ??s team during that crucial victory and also made a brief appearance

English-born Ghanaian defender Josh Acheampong scored his first senior goal as Chelsea cruised to a 3-0 victory over struggling Nottingham Forest in Saturdayâ??s early Premier League kick-off at the City Ground on Saturday.The 19-year-old defender rose highest to head home Chelseaâ??s opener in the 49th minute, marking a memorable moment in what was only his second league start for the club.Reece James and Pedro Neto added two more goals to seal a dominant win for the visitors,

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito says winning Sundayâ??s CAF Confederation Cup tie against Wydad Casablanca in Accra is crucial to his sideâ??s hopes of advancing to the group stage of the competition.The Porcupine Warriors will host the Moroccan giants at the Accra Sports Stadium on October 19, 2025, for the first leg of their second preliminary round clash.The return leg is scheduled for a week later in Morocco, with the aggregate winner progressing to the group

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito believes Moroccan powerhouse Wydad Casablanca stand as the final hurdle between his side and their goal of reaching the CAF Confederation Cup group stage.The Porcupine Warriors host the three-time African champions at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 19, 2025, for the first leg of the second preliminary round, before heading to Morocco for the return fixture next week.Zito says his side has set its sights firmly on group stage

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito says his side is fully prepared to face Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca in the CAF Confederation Cup second preliminary round.The Porcupine Warriors will host the first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 19, 2025, before travelling to Morocco for the decisive return fixture a week later.Zito, who guided his side past Nigeriaâ??s Kwara United in the previous round, is confident his players are ready for the challenge and

Former Tottenham midfielder Jamie Oâ??Hara has urged the club to make a bold move for Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, saying the Ghanaian would be the perfect attacking partner for compatriot Mohammed Kudus in north London.Semenyo has been one of the standout performers in the Premier League this season, registering six goals and three assistsâ??second only to Erling Haaland in total goal involvements.His form has reignited interest from top clubs, despite signing a new