Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schafer has emphasised the need for teamwork over individual brilliance as Ghana targets a return to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Drawing from his vast experience, Schafer pointed to Argentinaâ??s 2022 World Cup triumph, explaining how Lionel Messi thrived due to a team-first approach.â??The best teams win, not the best players. Look at Argentina in Qatarâ??they played for each other and for Messi,â? he noted.Schafer stressed that Ghanaâ??s
Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schafer is determined to help Ghana secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasising teamwork, discipline, and a winning mentality.The 74-year-old, appointed in January, brings vast experience, having led Cameroon to Africa Cup of Nations glory in 2002.Speaking to ghanafa.org, Schaeffer stressed the importance of unity within the squad, stating, "Not the best players win matches, but the best teams do."He acknowledged Ghanaâ??s
Ghana's National U-16 Women's National team are in Malta for a UEFA International Development Tournament, set to kick off between March 3-9, 2025, at the Centenary Stadium, Ta' Qali - Attard.A contingent of 20 players, including two goalkeepers and 18 outfield players, accompanied by seven officials, departed Ghana late Sunday evening.The team, being prepared to become the next Black Maidens, arrived in Malta ahead of the four-nation tournament today.Participating
Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member, Nana Oduro Sarfo, has openly admitted that the Black Stars have struggled with captaincy issues, leading to unnecessary controversies and uncertainty within the team.In an interview with Connect 97.1 FM, Oduro Sarfo acknowledged that past leadership teams have failed to manage captaincy changes effectively, resulting in tensions among players and fans."Captaincy issues have genuinely brought so many bad times for the
Hearts of Oakâ??s female team, Oak FC, maintained their grip on the Greater Accra Womenâ??s Division One League Zone 1 after securing a hard-fought 3-2 away victory over Cafix Ladies FC on Match Day 13.Oak FC showed resilience and attacking strength to overcome their opponents, keeping their title charge on track. They now sit comfortably at the top with 36 points, having scored 78 goals and conceded just 11 this season.In Zone B, Sissamba Ladies FC continued their dominant
Nations FC defender Christopher Nettey has made a startling revelation that some Ghana Premier League players deliberately get yellow cards to avoid playing at certain venues due to safety concerns and intimidation.In an interview with 3Sports, Nettey disclosed that some players fake injuries or pick up cards to escape fixtures at venues with a history of violence."A policeman once told me he wasnâ??t ready to work on a particular day, meaning if I got attacked, I could
The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has admonished members of the Black Stars technical team to work together to ensure Ghana qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Minister made the admonishing on Monday, March 3, when the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, called on him with Black Stars head coach Otto Addo, assistant coach Desmond Ofei, and technical director Winfried Schafer.At the meeting, Kofi Adams called for an all hands on
The President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has no influence on player selection for the national teams, U19 Head Coach Karim Zito has said.Zito, who has long-standing working relationship with the outstanding Ghana FA capo, has reiterated his approach to player call-up.The Dreams FC gaffer has rejected claims of external meddling in player selection, insisting the GFA boss steers clear of such issues."I can swear to you that sometimes Kurt doesnâ??t
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt E.S. Okraku, has called on the Minister in charge of Sports and Recreation, Mr. Kofi Adams.The visit to the office of the Minister on Monday, March 3, saw President Kurt Okraku introducing the technical team of the Black Stars to the Minister.Members of the technical team present at the meeting included head coach Otto Addo, the technical Director, Mr. Winfried Schafer and Assistant Coach Desmond Ofei.The Ghana FA capo
Arsenal have reportedly identified a trio of potential replacements for midfielder Thomas Partey, who is expected to depart the Emirates Stadium at the end of his contract.Manager Mikel Arteta has set his sights on three high-profile targets as the Gunners prepare for life without the Ghanaian international.As Partey's tenure with Arsenal appears to be drawing to a close, the North London club has yet to initiate contract negotiations with the 31-year-old midfielder.With his
The head of Public Relations and Strategy at the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe, has revealed that the association is keen on inculcating the countryâ??s Football DNA at the grassroots level.It can be recalled that President Kurt Okraku launched the National Football Philosophy on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.The comprehensive publication, titled "Ghana's Football DNA," aims to identify the characteristics, strengths, weaknesses, values,
Nations FC defender Christopher Nettey has made a shocking revelation that some Ghana Premier League players deliberately fake injuries or get yellow cards to avoid playing at certain venues due to safety concerns and intimidation.In an interview with 3Sports, Nettey shared a personal experience where a policeman expressed reluctance to work at a particular venue, leaving him vulnerable to attack."A policeman once told me he wasnâ??t ready to work on a particular day, meaning
Nations FC defender Razak Simpson has boldly stated that the club's ultimate goal is to win the Ghana Premier League title this season.Despite being promoted last season from the Division One League, Nations FC have shown tremendous promise, currently sitting 5th on the league table with 32 points.Simpson, one of the team's standout performers this season, expressed his confidence ahead of their upcoming clash against joint table-toppers Bibiani GoldStars."We are
Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe, the Head of Public Relations and Strategy at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) says his outfit is keen about improving the level of coaches and referees in the next three-years.There have been numerous concerns with the performance of both coaches and referees in the country.And according to Neil Armstrong, the domestic football governing body (GFA) is now bent of resolving coaching and refereeing problems in the coming years.â??In the first four years
Former Black Stars defender Afo Dodoo has stressed the importance of Ghanaian supporters ahead of the national teamâ??s upcoming World Cup qualifier against Chad.With the game crucial to Ghanaâ??s qualification hopes, Dodoo believes fan support will play a pivotal role in the teamâ??s success.The Black Stars began their qualification campaign with a narrow 1-0 win over Madagascar but faced a setback after losing to Comoros.However, they regained momentum last June with
The Head of Public Relations and Strategy at the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe says there are stringent measures in place in an attempt to curb hooliganism in Ghana football.His comment stem from recent violent incident at Nsoatre, where a devoted Asante Kotoko fan (Nana Pooley) tragically lost his life after multiple stabbing.Aside the Nsoatre chaos, there have been numerous cases of hooliganism across Ghana Premier League and Division One League centres,
Former Black Stars attacker Emmanuel Boateng bagged a brace to inspire Gaziantep FK victory over Eyupspor in the Turkish Super Lig on Monday afternoon.The 28-year-old climbed off the bench to score twice in the second half as Gaziantep claimed a 3-1 win over the newbies in a round 26 fixture at the Kalyon Stadium.Boateng was introduced in the match at the start of the second half when he replaced Turkish forward Halil Dervisoglu.Just a few moments later, the former Ghana U20 star
Nations FC defender Christopher Nettey has emphasized that real change in tackling hooliganism in Ghana football must come from both fans and players.The former Great Olympics defender's comments follow recent violence in Nsoatre, where an Asante Kotoko supporter, Francis Frimpong "Pooley," was fatally stabbed.Nettey revealed that some players deliberately fake injuries or accumulate yellow cards to avoid playing at certain hostile grounds.Nettey stressed that while
Nations FC full-back Christopher Nettey has revealed that some Ghana Premier League players fake injuries to avoid playing at certain intimidating venues due to safety concerns.The former Asante Kotoko defender made these comments following the recent violent incident in Nsoatre, where a Porcupine Warriors fan, Francis Frimpong "Pooley," was fatally stabbed.Speaking to 3Sports, Nettey shared a troubling experience in which a police officer admitted reluctance to provide
Former Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor has criticised former England defender Jamie Carragher for dismissing the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as a minor tournament.Speaking to AfricaSoccer.com, the former Togo striker described Carragherâ??s remarks as disrespectful to African football and its people.â??These comments are total disrespect not only to AFCON but also to all Africans,â? Adebayor said.Carragher made his remarks during a Sky Sports debate on Mohamed Salahâ??s
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