Asante Kotoko legend Samuel Opoku Nti has urged the club fans not to train insults on players following defeat against sworn-rivals, Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League.The match, held at the Baba Yara Stadium ended 1-0 in favour of Hearts of Oak on Sunday, bringing an end to their long-term winless run against the Porcupine Warriors.Defender Baba Adamu emerged as the hero of the match after scoring the only goal to snatch maximum points for the Phobians.Despite the defeat,

Hearts of Oak have dismissed claims that they failed to pay striker Hamza Issah, rejecting reports that he had been unpaid for three months.The club acknowledged discussions with Issah and his representatives but stressed that no persistent or material breach of contract occurred that could justify unilateral termination under FIFA regulations.In a statement, the Phobians confirmed meetings with Issah on two occasions, asserting they acted in good faith to resolve â??all outstanding

The Black Stars technical team, led by Otto Addo, has been closely monitoring Lord Amoah of Asante Kotoko ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The global tournament, set to be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded field of 48 nations, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s nine automatic slots. The West African giants are drawn in Group L alongside European powerhouse England national football team, 2018 finalists Croatia national football team,

Hearts of Oak have formally lodged a complaint with FIFA against South African outfit Siwelele FC over the alleged unauthorized approach of midfielder Hamza Issah.The Accra-based club claims the South African side engaged Issah, extended an invitation, and even facilitated travel arrangements without Heartsâ?? knowledge or consent, despite the player being under an active contract.â??This constitutes player inducement and unlawful interference with a subsisting contractual

A member of the Confederation of African Football Executive Committee has challenged the continued tenure of General Secretary Véron Mosengo-Omba, claiming he is no longer holding the position in line with CAF regulations.Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association, argued that Mosengo-Ombaâ??s mandate has expired and that he should step aside. According to CAFâ??s employment regulations, the compulsory retirement age for staff is 63, with the possibility

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has strongly condemned an incident of alleged racism directed at Vinícius Júnior during the UEFA Champions League playoff fixture between SL Benfica and Real Madrid CF.The incident occurred during Tuesdayâ??s clash on February 17, 2026, a match in which Vinícius Júnior proved decisive on the pitch.The Brazilian forward scored the only goal of the playoff encounter, sealing victory for the Spanish giants in a tense European night overshadowed

Maliâ??s Ministry of Youth and Sports has formally requested the dismissal of head coach Tom Saintfiet following the national teamâ??s failure to meet key performance targets outlined in his contract.According to an official correspondence dated 13 January 2026 and addressed to the Malian Football Federation, the ministry cited â??insufficient resultsâ? as the basis for recommending the termination of the Belgian coachâ??s deal.Saintfiet had been assigned four major

Black Starlets recorded a morale-boosting win over Division One League leaders Port City in a pre-tournament friendly, with captain Joseph Narbi scoring the decisive goal.Narbi finished off a well-worked team move just minutes after kickoff, calmly slotting home what proved to be the only goal of the match. The early strike set the tone for a competitive contest that tested the Starletsâ?? organisation and readiness.Port City responded strongly and showed why they sit at the

Hearts of Oak have reaffirmed that midfielder Hamza Issah remains under a valid contract with the club, dismissing reports suggesting his deal has been terminated.In an official statement issued on 18 February 2026, the club said no competent judicial, regulatory, or arbitral body, including the Ghana Football Association Player Status Committee or FIFA, has ruled that the playerâ??s contract has been lawfully ended.Hearts of Oak also rejected claims that they had persistently

Former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew says he is not ready to announce his retirement from active football. At the club level, the 36-year-old, after leaving French side Le Harve at the end of last season, made a return to club football after joining Dutch side NAC Breda.Ayew, who joined the Eredivisie side as a free agent, signed a deal until the end of the season.However, the U-20 World Cup winner last played for the national team during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)

Ghana international Andre Ayew has explained the thinking behind his move to Dutch outfit NAC Breda, describing it as a fresh challenge at a competitive level.The 36-year-old joined the Eredivisie side in January on a short-term deal running until the end of the season, having been without a club for six months following his departure from Le Havre AC.In an interview with ESPN, Ayew said the decision to head to the Netherlands was driven by his desire to continue competing at a

Veteran Ghanaian journalist Osei Owusu Bempah has laid the struggles of Asante Kotoko SC squarely at the feet of what he describes as deep-rooted managerial and structural weaknesses within the club.In his assessment, the difficulties confronting the Porcupine Warriors go beyond issues on the pitch. He insists the clubâ??s setbacks are fundamentally administrative, stemming from how it is owned, organised and run.According to him, Kotoko lacks a coherent and efficient management

The Ghanaian football community has been plunged into mourning following the death of former Accra Hearts of Oak administrator Jonas Oko.The sad news broke on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and quickly spread across social media, drawing tributes from supporters, administrators, and followers of the local game.Details surrounding the circumstances of his death remain scanty at this time.During his time with Hearts of Oak, Oko served in multiple administrative roles and contributed

Black Starlets will step up preparations for the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations with two friendly matches scheduled for Wednesday morning at the Accra Sports Stadium from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.The national U17 side will face Division One League clubs Port City FC and Koforidua Semper Fi in a double-header designed to sharpen tactics and assess squad depth ahead of the continental tournament in April.The matches form part of a structured buildup programme by the technical team

German-Ghanaian forward Morgan Fassbender grabbed the headlines as his early goal earned Termalica Nieciecza a 1-1 draw at home to Gornik Zabrze in Ekstraklasa Round 21.Fassbender struck in just the 2nd minute, finishing a sharp move to give the hosts the perfect start at Stadion Sportowy Bruk-Bet Termalica.Termalica looked dangerous on the break but spent long spells without the ball, conceding 70% possession to the visitors while still creating two big chances from 12 shots. Their

Senior Technical Advisor to the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Betty Krosbi Mensah, has expressed strong belief that the current Black Princesses squad has what it takes to surpass the achievements of their predecessors following their latest qualification progress.The Princesses edged past South Africa 3â??2 on aggregate in the third round of qualifiers, booking a final showdown against Uganda for a place at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland later this year.Speaking

Senior Technical Advisor to the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Betty Krosbi Mensah, has assured the Black Princesses of the government's full support as they approach the final hurdle in their quest to qualify for the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.Speaking to Citi Sports after the Princesses edged past South Africa 3â??2 on aggregate to set up a decisive qualifier against Uganda, Mensah emphasized the administration's commitment to the team's success."The

Kurt Okraku has highlighted steady progress at the Ghanaman Soccer Center of Excellence in Prampram, pointing to key upgrades meant to support players and officials across the football space.The Ghana FA President explained that work is ongoing on two natural grass pitches, alongside other important facilities designed to make Prampram a true home for football activities. He also expressed appreciation to FIFA for its continued backing of the FAâ??s development plans.Speaking

Black Princesses assistant coach Raymond Fenny has confirmed that preparations are already underway for the team's final qualifying hurdle against Uganda, with plans to resume camping as early as April.Ghana secured their place in the decisive round after a hard-fought 3â??2 aggregate victory over South Africa, setting up a two-legged showdown with Uganda in May for a spot at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.Speaking to Citi Sports, Fenny revealed that the

Black Princesses assistant coach Raymond Fenny has declared that the team is determined to use their hard-fought victory over South Africa as a foundation for success in the final qualifying round against Uganda.Ghana edged past South Africa 3â??2 on aggregate to set up a decisive two-legged tie with Uganda in May, with a place at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland on the line.Speaking to Citi Sports, Fenny emphasized the positive mood within the camp and the team's