Black Princesses went down 3-0 to Nigeriaâ??s Falconets in their final group match of the WAFU B U20 Girls Cup, finishing second in the tournament.Ghana had also lost their opening game 3-1 and, despite creating early chances against Nigeria, were unable to convert.The Falconets controlled the match, with Janet Akeremkowei opening the scoring from a free kick in the 15th minute. Alaba Olabiyi added a second in the 23rd minute, before a third goal later in the game sealed Nigeriaâ??s
Ghana head coach Otto Addo is expected to experiment with new players in the attack of the Black Stars during the upcoming friendly matches against Japan and South Korea.Having secured the national teamâ??s qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the October international break, the German-trained tactician is looking to build a formidable side to compete with the rest of the world next year.On Tuesday, coach Otto Addo named a 22-man squad to prepare for the international
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced that the Black Stars will hold their first training session on Wednesday, November 12, to prepare for their upcoming matches against Japan and South Korea.The first of the two matches will be against Japan on Friday, November 14, in the 2025 Kirin Cup.Today, Coach Otto Addo has named an exciting squad to feature for the national team in the two matches.The Black Stars head into the game without some key players, including captain
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has announced his squad for the international friendly matches against Japan and South Korea this month.With several key players, including Mohammed Kudus, Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, and Alexander Djiku, unavailable for the matches, the coach has handed opportunities to new players.Among the new faces earning their first senior call-ups are Prince Kwabena Adu, Kelvin Nkrumah, and Prince Osei Owusu.Adu Kwabena, a striker currently playing in the Czech
Hearts of Oak marked their 114th anniversary on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, celebrating more than a century of history, triumphs, and transformation.In a statement issued by club management, Hearts of Oak reflected on their journey since 1911, describing the occasion as â??a milestone that reflects both our rich history and enduring devotion.â? The club highlighted its evolution from humble beginnings in Accra to becoming â??a national treasure and an internationally recognised
Former Hearts of Oak management member Aziz Haruna Futa has urged the clubâ??s leadership to give full backing to head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani as he builds his project with the team.Dramani, who previously handled the Black Stars and Asante Kotoko, was appointed before the start of the 2025/26 campaign and has made a promising start to life with the Phobians.Hearts have lost only once in nine league outings, amassing 16 points to sit fifth on the table.Speaking to Sporty FM,
Derrick Kohn has finally been cleared to represent Ghana after completing his nationality switch and is set to make his Black Stars debut this month.German Bundesliga side Union Berlin confirmed that their left-back has received an international call-up for Ghanaâ??s upcoming friendlies against Japan and South Korea during the November international window.Kohn, who was previously invited by coach Otto Addo, missed earlier opportunities to feature for Ghana as his nationality
Head coach of Ghanaâ??s Black Princesses, Charles Sampson, is upbeat ahead of his teamâ??s clash against Nigeriaâ??s Falconets in the final of the 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup.Speaking ahead of the match on Tuesday, November 11, the coach indicated that his side will be looking for a win against the opponent.â??Nigeria has a bit of an edge over us because they've had a rest in between, but we face them again in the same manner, having played Benin before meeting them.''That
Ghana coach Otto Addo has been dealt a major blow ahead of the teamâ??s Asian tour, as several key players will be unavailable for the upcoming friendlies.Alexander Djiku, Thomas Partey, Jordan Ayew, Fatawu Issahaku, Joseph Paintsil, and Mohammed Kudus have all withdrawn from the squad due to recent injuries or knocks.While initially named in the team, they will remain with their clubs to rest and recover, following agreements with the Black Starsâ?? management and medical
FIFAâ??s appointment of South African match officials for Nigeriaâ??s World Cup playoff against Gabon has drawn criticism from fans who fear potential bias.The Super Eagles face Gabon on November 13 in Morocco, with the winner advancing to play either DR Congo or Cameroon for Africaâ??s slot in the intercontinental playoff.South Africaâ??s Tom Abongile has been named centre referee, assisted by compatriot Zakhele Siwela, while Akhona Makalima serves as VAR. Hughes Ndjovi
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has defended its choice of accommodation for the Super Eagles in Rabat, following concerns raised after midfielder Alex Iwobiâ??s social media post.A viral snap from Iwobi, showing a dilapidated view from a hotel window, prompted widespread questions about the teamâ??s welfare ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifying play-off against Gabon. Alex Iwobi shared the conditions outside his hotel room in Morocco ahead of Nigeriaâ??s
Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito opened up on the tactical approach that earned his side a hard-fought 1â??0 victory over rivals Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.Playing away from home, the Porcupine Warriors showed great discipline and composure to edge the Phobians in the first Super Clash of the season.A lone goal from Guinean forward Morifing Donzo proved enough to secure all three points in a tense encounter that lived up to its billing.Reflecting
Nigeria midfielder Alex Iwobi has drawn attention on social media while on international duty, posting on Snapchat despite being advised against using the app by his club, Fulham.The controversy followed a snap Iwobi shared from his hotel window in Morocco, where Nigeria will face Pierre-Emerick Aubameyangâ??s Gabon in the first round of CAF World Cup qualifying play-offs. Some followers interpreted his post as snobbish or ungrateful. Iwobi, however, clarified his intentions.
Frank Junior Adjei scored a stunning opener to set Hammarby on course for a 3â??0 victory over Elfsborg in the Swedish Allsvenskan. The Ghanaian midfielder struck in the 17th minute with a right-footed effort from outside the box that flew into the top corner, giving the home fans plenty to cheer about at the 3Arena.Frank Junior Adjei was at the heart of Hammarbyâ??s dominance, completing the most passes in the game (66) and winning nine duels. He also endured rough challenges,
Aduana Football Club have retained their position at the summit of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League table at the end of Week 9.The team from Dormaa over the weekend hosted Medeama Sporting Club at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park.Facing tough opposition, Aduana FC put up a strong performance, securing a crucial point at the end of the game, which ended in a goalless stalemate.Despite dropping two points at home, Aduana FC are still top of the league log with 19 points.The team leads
The head coach of Ghanaâ??s Black Princesses, Charles Sampson, has stressed the importance of the ongoing WAFU B U20 Girls Cup, noting that it is helping his players to develop.Speaking after guiding his team to a 2-0 win over host Benin on Monday morning, the coach applauded organisers for putting together the tournament.â??This has been a really good tournament for us. Our girls needed games like this to develop, and that we are very grateful for that,â? Charles Sampson
Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani has argued that there is no cause for alarm following the teamâ??s defeat to bitter rivals Asante Kotoko in the first Super Clash of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. The Phobians played host to the Porcupine Warriors on Sunday in a Week 9 fixture of the ongoing league campaign.At the end of the close contest, a solitary striker from Morifing Donzo secured a narrow win for Asante Kotoko to earn the side all three points.Speaking in
Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson was full of praise for his players on Monday after the team defeated Benin in their second meeting at the 2025 WAFU B U20 Girls Cup. Speaking in his post-match interview, the coach said he was impressed by the character his players showed to secure the victory.â??We wanted a win today, coming back from a defeat to Nigeria, and we got it. We got a win and the girls showed good character, and I was impressed with it,â? Charles Sampson
Former Hearts of Oak management member Aziz Haruna Futa has weighed in on the contentious penalty that decided Asante Kotokoâ??s 1-0 win over Hearts of Oak in the first Super Clash of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.Speaking on Sporty FM, Futa described the decision as justified, saying, "It was a penalty for Kotoko, though a soft one. Unfortunately, we donâ??t have VAR, but referee Reginald Collins Amoah was close to the action and had a better view."The
Hearts of Oak board member Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has urged the Ghana Football Associationâ??s Disciplinary Committee to sanction referee Reginald Collins Amoah for what he labelled an 'incompetent' display during Sundayâ??s Super Clash defeat to Asante Kotoko.The Phobians suffered their first loss of the season after Amoah awarded a controversial penalty, ruling that defender Yaw Amankwa Baafi fouled Kotoko striker Peter Amidu Acquah inside the box.Guinean forward
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