Asante Kotoko's Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, has clarified the circumstances surrounding Albert Amoah's return to the club, dismissing public surprise over the move and revealing it was a strategic decision initiated by his former club, Al Ahly Benghazi.In an interview with Akoma 87.9 FM, Duku expressed his bemusement at the reaction to the loan deal. "I am surprised that many people are describing Albert Amoahâ??s return as shocking news. Situations like

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has disclosed that Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen is his favourite striker at the moment. The legendary footballer described the Galatasaray man as a complete forward, praising his qualities while pleading with his favourite club Manchester United to make a move for the Nigerian."My favourite striker now, Victor Osimhen. He loves scoring goals," he told Rio Ferdinand on Rio Presents."Victor Osimhen plays with the heart. He gives

Asante Kotoko boss coach Abdul Karim Zito has issued a direct challenge to his players, demanding immediate improvement as the club endures a disappointing run of results that threatens their season objectives.Speaking ahead of their crucial Ghana Premier League clash against defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars on Saturday, Zito expressed clear frustration with the team's recent performances, suggesting the club's fundamental identity is being lost."I told them

Asante Kotoko coach Abdul Karim Zito has issued a stark and frustrated assessment of his team's recent performances, warning that the club is losing its identity amid a worrying run of form ahead of their crucial Ghana Premier League match against Bibiani Gold Stars.Speaking to club media, Zito expressed deep dissatisfaction with the team's current trajectory. "I told them my piece of mind that I wasn't happy, we did not do well, the identity is getting missing

Ghanaian superstar Stonebwoy is set to perform at the final Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Fan Zone concert today, January 16, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco, bringing a triumphant conclusion to the tournamentâ??s cultural festivities.Sharing the stage with global icons such as Burna Boy and Stormy, Stonebwoyâ??s appearance continues his streak of high-profile performances at major sporting events.The â??Manodziâ? hitmaker has previously captivated audiences at the FIFA World

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco has already rewritten the tournamentâ??s history, becoming the highest-scoring edition ever with 120 goals recorded before Sundayâ??s final.This surpasses the previous record of 102 goals set at the 2019 edition in Egypt, highlighting the attacking ambition, technical quality, and confidence displayed by African teams throughout the competition.Top scorers leading the chargeSeveral of the continentâ??s top sides have contributed

Defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars will be aiming to return to winning ways as they seek to rebuild momentum in their title push, but they face a stern test against Asante Kotoko, who arrive under pressure after going winless in their last two matches.The encounter is scheduled for Saturday at Dunâ??s Park, a venue where Kotoko last tasted success against Gold Stars, lifting the Ghana Super Cup with victory over the Miners.Gold Starsâ?? pursuit of the Premier League summit

Thereâ??s a particular electricity in Manchester when red meets blue, and on Saturday 17 January, Old Trafford plugs back into the grid. The Manchester derby returns with all its familiar noise, nerves and neighbourhood bragging rights, live on SuperSport across DStv and GOtv, kick-off 12:30 GMT. Same city. Very different realities.For Manchester City, this is business with a title-shaped target in mind. After 21 rounds, Pep Guardiolaâ??s champions sit six points behind

Real Oviedo Women have completed the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Nancy Amoh. The Black Queens player joins Real Oviedo Femenino until the end of the season following her departure from DUX Logroño, a Liga F team.The WAFCON bronze medalist is expected to add solidity and balance to the midfield of Real Oviedo."Nancy Amoh 18/09/2005 (Kumasi, Ghana) becomes a new player for Real Oviedo Women until June 30, 2026. A full international with Ghana, the left-footed midfielder

Communications director of Asante Kotoko Sarfo Duku has rubbished media reports that Karim Zito has been given a three-match ultimatum to improve results amid the clubâ??s inconsistent performance in the Ghana Premier League.The Porcupine Warriors has struggled to grind results in their last two games, losing one and drawing one in the process. Zito is now under intense pressure to win the love of the fans, as the team gears up for their game against Bibiani Goldstars.Kotoko

The United States government has clarified that its latest visa restrictions will not affect tourist visa applications for football fans travelling to attend major sporting events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite a broad ban on immigrant visas affecting nearly 40 countries.In a directive circulated to all US embassies and consulates on Wednesday, the State Department identified a wide range of competitions classified as "major sporting events" whose participating

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has visited Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku in Leicester as part of his ongoing player visitation.The duo has been impressive for the Foxes in the ongoing English Skybet Championship season.The visit is part of a larger initiative to reach out to Black Stars players ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has scored five goals and made seven assists in 24 league matches this season, while Jordan Ayew has three assists and five goals

Ghana Black Stars coach Otto Addo has made a personal visit to striker Brandon Thomas-Asante as part of his ongoing World Cup preparations.Thomas-Asante, who plays for Coventry City in the English Sky Bet Championship, has been sidelined since sustaining an injury against Middlesbrough in November.Before the setback, he had been in outstanding form, netting 10 goals and providing three assists in 17 appearances.Addoâ??s visit is part of a wider effort to foster team cohesion

Asante Kotoko have secured the return of striker Albert Amoah on loan from Libyan side Al Ahly Benghazi for the remainder of the season.Amoah had moved to North Africa earlier this year after Kotokoâ??s exit from the CAF Confederation Cup, which ended with a heavy loss to Wydad Athletic Club in the preliminary round.Limited playing time in Libya prompted the forward to make a swift comeback to the Ghana Premier League.The Porcupine Warriors confirmed Amoahâ??s signing on Thursday,

Ghana football icon Asamoah Gyan has likened the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to the World Cup, underscoring the tournament's significance for African players.Despite its prestige, AFCON has faced criticism over its timing, often scheduled in the middle of the European season.Speaking to Rio Ferdinand, Gyan, who has represented Ghana in several editions of the tournament, said, "Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is like a World Cup to me."The former Sunderland striker

Former Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has clarified that the intense football rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria is fueled by competition and national pride, not animosity.Speaking on Rio Ferdinand Presents, Gyan addressed longstanding misconceptions about the fixture.â??Ghana and Nigeria is a good rivalry. It is not hatred or something. We always want to challenge ourselves. They always want to beat us in everything, even with Jollof,â?Â Gyan said.The former Sunderland and

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has played down concerns over the absence of two key players ahead of their clash against Dreams FC.The Phobian Club will host the Still Believe lads in the Matchday 19 games at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday afternoon.Ahead of the game, two key players, forward Mawuli Wayo has been ruled out of the game due to injury, while defender Kelvin Osei Assibey has been suspended due to accumulation of cards.However, Dramani remains

Hearts of Oak coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has expressed unwavering confidence in his squad's depth, dismissing concerns over the suspension of two key players ahead of Friday's Ghana Premier League clash against Dreams FC at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.The Phobians will be without last weekend's hero, striker Mawuli Wayo, whose dramatic stoppage-time winner secured a 1â??0 away victory over Hohoe United. Also missing is centre-back Kelvin Osei Asibey.

Hussein Mohammed has called on Hearts of Oak fans to stay close to the team through every moment of the season, stressing that their support plays a big role in pushing the players to win.The Hearts midfielder made the appeal ahead of the clubâ??s Ghana Premier League clash with Dreams FC, a game that comes at a time when Hearts are trying to build steady form.In their last five matches, the Phobians have won three, lost one and drawn one, a run that has lifted the mood around

Hussein Mohammed has opened up about Hearts of Oakâ??s main focus going into their Ghana Premier League game against Dreams FC, with the midfielder pointing to improved work on finishing in training.Hearts have shown steady form in recent weeks, winning three of their last five matches, drawing one and losing one. The results have lifted the mood in camp, but the team remains focused on turning more chances into goals.When asked if there was any concern among the players about