Referees from the Southern Sector have begun the mandatory assessment process in Koforidua as the Ghana Football Association intensifies preparations for the 2026/27 football season.The officials are currently undergoing a written examination to assess their knowledge and understanding of the Laws of the Game.The exercise forms part of the GFA's qualification process for match officials, with referees required to demonstrate the technical knowledge and decision-making skills

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is reportedly unlikely to extend the contract of Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz despite calls for the veteran Portuguese trainer to remain in charge of the national team.Queiroz was appointed as Ghanaâ??s head coach in April, just weeks before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.The 73-year-old signed a four-month contract that is set to expire in August, with his immediate task being to guide

Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member Nana Oduro Sarfo has confirmed that the association remains in discussions with other coaches as it weighs its options for the Black Stars' head coaching position.The future of Carlos Queiroz remains uncertain despite the veteran Portuguese trainer guiding Ghana to the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.The 73-year-old was appointed in April on a short-term contract, replacing Otto Addo just weeks

Veteran Ghanaian coach Bashir Hayford has criticised the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for what he describes as a lack of respect and recognition for coaches in the country.Hayfordâ??s comments come after GFA Executive Council member Frederick Acheampong revealed that the association was considering adding a Ghanaian coach to the technical team of the Black Stars.However, Acheampong indicated that the GFA was yet to identify a local coach it considered competent enough to

The Chief Executive Officer of Databank Ghan, Kojo Addae-Mensah, has launched an attack on Black Stars midfielder Kwasi Sibo, describing him as not good enough to play for the senior national team. Sibo made Black Stars' squad for the 2026 World Cup in North America.The former Real Oviedo midfielder featured in all four games but has come under criticism due to substandard performances he churned out during the tournament.Reflecting on the performance of the 28-year-old,

Former Ghana Football Association Executive Council member Sammy Anim-Addo can aptly be described as a true sportspreneur has celebrated his 50th birthday in Accra.He was joined by family and friends for a knees-up with Gospel musicians Noble Nketiah and Cindy Thompson stealing the show.Anim-Addo is a man whose influence and investments extend well beyond football and on top of it a philanthropist.He first became a household name in the country through his work as the manager of

Ghana's Black Queens will face Cote dâ??Ivoire on Thursday, August 13, in a crucial WAFCON play-in match as they look to keep their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup alive.The Black Queens entered the play-in after suffering a 2-1 defeat to WAFCON debutants Malawi in Sunday's quarterfinal in Rabat.Ghana took an early lead through Cynthia Boakye-Hlorkah, but Malawi quickly responded through Temwa Chawinga before Rose Kadzere completed the comeback

Ghana's Black Queens have suffered a 2-1 defeat to debutants Malawi in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, ending their hopes of reaching the semifinals.Ghana made a bright start in Rabat, taking an early lead through Cynthia Boakye-Hlorkah in the seventh minute. Malawi responded five minutes later through Temwa Chawinga to level the score at 1-1 before half-time.The Black Queens had a chance to regain the lead after the break, but their efforts

Asante Kotoko have officially completed the signing of highly-rated FC Samartex 1996 youngster Emmanuel Mamah, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The 21-year-old forward has signed a two-year contract with the Porcupine Warriors, with an option for an additional year.The deal brings an end to growing speculation surrounding Mamahâ??s future after his impressive performances in the Ghana Premier League attracted interest from several clubs.Mamah was also on the radar of Austrian side

Asante Kotoko are leading the race to sign highly-rated FC Samartex 1996 forward Emmanuel Mamah, with the Kumasi giants far advanced in negotiations and expected to land the talented youngster in the coming days, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report.The 21-year-old has emerged as one of the most sought-after young players in the Ghana Premier League following an impressive spell with Samartex, attracting interest from both domestic and European clubs.GHANAsoccernet.com understands

Ghana's Black Queens face Malawi on Sunday in a crucial 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinal in Rabat, with a place in the semifinals and qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup at stake.The Black Queens advanced from Group D after finishing second behind Cameroon. Ghana opened the tournament with a 2-0 victory over Cape Verde before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon. A 1-1 draw against Mali in their final group game was enough to send them into

Evelyn Badu believes the Black Queens must avoid another slow start when they face Malawi in Sunday's decisive Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarterfinal.Ghana's 2-0 victory over Cape Verde was followed by a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon before a 1-1 draw with Mali secured their passage to the knockout stage.Badu believes the lessons from the Cameroon defeat must guide Ghana against Malawi."In the game against Cameroon, we didn't really show up in the

Black Queens midfielder Evelyn Badu has revealed how former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu continues to play an important role in her development as she prepares for Sunday's crucial WAFCON quarterfinal against Malawi.The two share roots in Seikwa, with Badu describing the former Black Stars midfielder as her uncle and a regular source of advice before and after matches."He is my uncle! It is great to have him in my life because it means that there is a small

Black Queens midfielder Evelyn Badu's journey from the streets of Seikwa in Ghana's Bono Region to the international stage has been built on talent, hard work and the guidance of people who believed in her potential.Badu says football was part of her life from childhood, when she regularly played with boys in her hometown."I was born to play football. Right from when I was a child, I found myself playing with boys and just enjoying the game. I felt it right from the

Ghanaâ??s Black Meteors have stepped up preparations for the upcoming U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers as head coach Desmond Ofei continues to assess his squad ahead of the campaign.The first batch of players, drawn from the Ghana Premier League and Division One League, held another training session at the University of Ghana Stadium on Saturday, August 8, as the team gradually builds towards the qualifiers.The ongoing exercise forms part of the local phase of the Black

Ghana forward Mohammed Fuseini maintained his fine early-season form on Saturday, providing an assist as Royale Union Saint-Gilloise thrashed Westerlo 5-1 away from home in their Belgian Pro League opener.The 24-year-old, who scored four goals in pre-season, now has two assists in three competitive appearances this campaign.Union Saint-Gilloise fell behind early when Norman Bassette scored for the hosts but rallied with an emphatic response. Although RTBF's match report did

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has expressed confidence in his team's progress as Ghana prepare to face Malawi in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations.The Queens are aiming to reach the semi-finals for the second consecutive tournament after finishing third last year. A place in the last four would also secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil.Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Bjorkegren acknowledged

Ghana defender Gideon Mensah made his unofficial debut for FC Koln on Saturday, featuring in the Bundesliga side's friendly against Real Sociedad.The 28-year-old left-back, who joined Koln on a free transfer from French side Auxerre earlier this summer, played as the German club secured a 2-1 victory over the Spanish opponents.Mensah signed a contract with Koln until June 2028, ending his four-year spell at Auxerre, where he made 114 appearances, including 85 in Ligue 1.The

Ghana international Kamaldeen Sulemana suffered an injury setback during Atalantaâ??s pre-season encounter against German side Schalke 04 at the VELTINS-Arena. The pacey winger was forced with knee injury minutes after being introduced as his outfit cruised to a resounding 3-0 win over Schalke 04 in the highly competitive friendly clash on Saturday.Sulemana entered the game in the 46th minute; he picked up the injury in the 62nd minute, cutting short his involvement in the

The Black Meteors have stepped up their preparations for the upcoming U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with head coach Desmond Ofei continuing to assess his squad ahead of Ghana's campaign.The first batch of players, drawn from the Ghana Premier League and Division One League, held another training session at the University of Ghana Stadium on Saturday, August 8, 2026, as preparations gather momentum for the qualifiers.The current exercise represents the local component