Greek forward of Ghanaian descent, Andrews Tetteh, starred with a brace for Panathinaikos on Thursday night when the team drew 2-2 with Viktoria Plzen in the first-leg of their Europa League playoff tie.The Greek side hosted the team from the Czech Republic today, hoping to secure a win to carry an advantage into the reverse fixture to stand a better chance of making it into the Round of 16.In the match played at the Olympic Stadium of Athens, Plzen struck first in the 11th minute

Ghana FA President Kurt Okraku has expressed his joy over Black Starlets participation in the upcoming U17 AFCON.The young side booked a return to the continental stage after missing out on recent editions, a setback that had tested patience within Ghana football circles. Okraku described the qualification as a relief and a reward for persistence after a difficult period for the team.The Black Starlets have been in camp since the start of the year under head coach Prosper Narteh

Black Starlets head coach Prosper Ogum has explained how his team will be shaped ahead of their next assignment, stressing that every player will earn his place through performances in matches.The Black Starlets are currently involved in a series of friendly games as part of preparations for an upcoming CAF competition. According to Ogum, these matches are key to assessing players and deciding who stays in the squad and who moves on.The coach made it clear that selection will not

Prosper Ogum admits picking his Black Starlets squad has become difficult, but the coach welcomes the challenge as a positive sign ahead of their next CAF task.The Black Starlets are currently playing friendly matches as part of preparations for an upcoming continental assignment, with the technical team assessing a wide pool of young talents.According to the head coach, the number and quality of players available has created healthy competition across all positions, forcing tough

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has made it clear that he welcomes frustration and anger from his players after defeat, viewing such emotions as evidence of genuine passion and ambition within the squad.In a revealing statement about his coaching philosophy, Addo explained that he actively seeks players who react strongly to setbacks rather than those who accept losses quietly."I like players who are going to challenge and question me or who are angry when they lose,"

Asante Kotoko have identified club legend Maxwell Konadu as the leading candidate to become the Porcupine Warriors' next substantive head coach, Sportsworldghana.com can confirm.The Ghana Premier League giants have been without a permanent manager since Abdul Karim Zito resigned prior to last Sunday's Super Clash against arch-rivals Accra Hearts of Oak. Prince Owusu stepped in as interim head coach for that fixture, which Kotoko lost 1-0 at the Baba Yara Stadium.Following

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has urged Ghanaians to rally behind the Black Stars technical team as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that with just months to go, criticism will not help the nation's cause.Ghana secured qualification for what will be their fifth World Cup appearance after earning one of Africa's nine automatic slots for the expanded 48-team tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada,

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has appealed to Ghanaians to throw their weight behind the Black Stars technical team, insisting that unity and support are essential as the nation prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking after the Ghana Football Association bolstered the backroom staff with five experienced professionals, Agyemang-Badu urged the public to trust the FA's judgement and avoid criticism during this critical preparation period."The Ghana

Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has thrown his weight behind the Ghana Football Association's decision to bolster the Black Stars technical team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The GFA recently expanded the backroom staff with five experienced professionals, including French coach Alain Ravera and Black Queens handler Kim Lars Bjorkegren as assistant coaches.Spanish tactician Jose Daniel Martinez Alfonso joins to enhance scouting and match analysis, while

The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson Dafeamekpor, has pledged to donate three months of his salary to support the growth of the Ghana Sports Fund, following the first corporate donation made earlier this month.The Ghana Sports Fund, passed into law earlier this year, serves as the dedicated source of funding for the development of sports in Ghana. The multi-source fund is designed to support athlete welfare, infrastructure development, grassroots sports, and systematic

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed optimism about the Black Starlets' chances at the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations while making it clear that the ultimate objective remains qualification for the World Cup.The Black Starlets will return to the continental stage for the first time in eight years after securing their place through the WAFU B tournament played last year. Their last World Cup appearance was in 2017 in India, where the team

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed strong belief in the Black Starlets' pedigree as the team prepares to return to the U17 Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in eight years.Speaking in an interview with the GFA Media team, Okraku backed the current crop of players to make an impact at the continental tournament, which will be held in Morocco in April."I believe they will go to the AFCON and will make us proud," he said. "That

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has thrown his full weight behind the Black Starlets as the team prepares for their first U17 Africa Cup of Nations appearance in eight years.Speaking in an interview with the GFA Media team, Okraku expressed confidence in the current crop of players coached by Prosper Narteh Ogum, who have been in camp since the start of the year intensifying preparations for the tournament in Morocco."I believe they will go to the AFCON

â??VfB Stuttgart have welcomed Nikolas Nartey back into the matchday squad ahead of their Europa League play-off first leg against Celtic in Glasgow on Thursday night.As expected, the Danish midfielder has been included after recovering from a minor injury and will start the game on the bench.Nartey had been sidelined for just over two weeks with a knock, missing Stuttgartâ??s last three competitive fixtures while he completed his recovery program and regained match fitness.

Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani has charged his players to focus on winning their upcoming Ghana Premier League matches rather than dwell on their position on the league table. The Phobians last Sunday secured an important 1-0 victory over rivals Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.Having amassed maximum points from that Super Clash, the capital-based club moved to second on the league table and are now just five points behind league leaders Medeama SC.Speaking in

Hearts of Oak have tabled a three-year contract extension for goalkeeper Solomon Agbasi, offering a gross monthly salary of approximately GHS 10,000 in recognition of his outstanding performances this season.The proposed deal comes as the shot-stopper's stock continues to rise, highlighted by his recent invitation to join the Black Stars squad for upcoming international friendlies against Austria and Germany in March.Agbasi's consistent displays between the posts have

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has opened up about his teamâ??s approach for their upcoming Ghana Premier League encounter against Vision FC this weekend. The Week 23 fixture of the 2025/26 league campaign is scheduled for Saturday, February 21.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Kobina Amissah noted that Bechem United will go into the match determined to defend resolutely to avoid conceding an early goal.He believes it is also important to score very early and defend

Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani is anticipating a tough clash against Berekum Chelsea in the Ghana Premier League this weekend.After overcoming Asante Kotoko in the Super Clash last Sunday, Didi Dramani and his Phobians are back in Accra to face the Blues in a Week 23 fixture of the ongoing 2025/26 league campaign.Speaking in his pre-match interview ahead of the upcoming game, Didi Dramani acknowledged the quality of the Berekum-based side, insisting that his team must be

The head coach of Bechem United, Kobina Amissah, is upbeat ahead of the teamâ??s clash against Vision FC in the Ghana Premier League.The team nicknamed the Hunters has yet to pick up a win away from home in the 2025/26 Ghanaian top-flight league campaign.Having played 10 away matches so far, the team has lost eight, drawn two, and taken only two points.Acknowledging the teamâ??s poor form in the Ghana Premier League, Coach Kobina Amissah insists that things must change.Speaking

Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, has underlined his admiration for players who are bold enough to question authority and visibly hurt by defeat, insisting such traits are essential for success at the highest level.Addo made the remarks on Wednesday, February 19, when he addressed students from the University of Ghanaâ??s Department of Physical Education and Sports at the Rugby Stadium.The engagement formed part of a special colloquium on Individual Player Development,