Former Ghana coach Claude Le Roy has openly criticized the Confederation of African Footballâ??s (CAF) decision to alter the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) schedule.CAF president Dr. Patrice Motsepe recently announced that, starting after the 2028 edition co-hosted by Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, the AFCON will be held every four years instead of every two.Speaking to Nigerian journalist Osasu Obayiuwana, Le Roy did not hold back, questioning FIFA President Gianni Infantinoâ??s

Asante Kotoko captain Samba Oâ??Neil insists his outfit Ghana Premier League title chase remain on course after triumphing over Bechem United on Sunday.The Congolese rock-solid defender played a pivotal role, as the Porcupine Warriors cruised to a resounding 6-0 victory over the Hunters at the Baba Yara Stadium in matchday 16 of the Ghanaian top-flight.Nigeria forward Morifing Donzo led the charge with a brace, while Samba Oâ??Neil, Kwame Opoku, Hubert Gyau, and Johnson Owusu

Former Black Stars assistant coach George Boateng has admitted that the team suffering a back-to-back group phase elimination at the World Cup and at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) was disappointing.Boateng served as the assistant coach for the team during the 2022 global showpiece in Qatar. After three games, Ghana only recorded one win and two defeats as they suffered back-to-back World Cup group stage elimination.Despite Otto Addo leaving his role, Chris Hughton was named

Union Berlin defender Derrick Kohn has declared his readiness to play against Germany in the friendly game scheduled for next year.Ghana will face the 2014 World Cup champions in Stuttgart on March 30 as part of their preparations for the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico.Having made his Ghana debut against Japan in the Kirin Cup, the promising left back is aiming to feature against the country where he has spent his entire life.According to

Union Berlin defender Derrick Köhn has disclosed that he gave Ghana head coach Otto Addo a clear assurance of his commitment to the Black Stars whenever called upon.The left-back received his first senior national team invitation in August for Ghanaâ??s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali. However, his debut was delayed as he awaited FIFA clearance.Köhn was later included in the Black Stars squad for the Kirin Challenge Cup and finally made his international

Hearts of Oak head coach, Mas Ud Didi Dramani, has stressed the need for the club to remain consistent in the Ghana Premier League.His remarks come after the Phobian Club recorded a 1-0 win over FC Samartex on Friday at the University of Ghana Stadium in the Matchday 16 games.Hamza Issah's first-half strike separated the two sides after full-time.Speaking after the game, Dramani believes the results must be consistent.â??We have to be deliberate, and to be deliberate means

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito has lauded his team after a dominant 6-0 victory over Bechem United in Sundayâ??s Matchday 16 clash at the Baba Yara Stadium.Striker Morifing Donzo led the charge with a brace, while Samba Oâ??Neil, Kwame Opoku, Hubert Gyau, and Johnson Owusu Oppong also found the back of the net to complete the rout.The win marks Kotokoâ??s third consecutive league triumph, following victories over Dreams FC and Eleven Wonders.Speaking to TV3 after

Kwesi Appiah has reiterated his desire to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with Sudan. The Ghanaian trainer led Sudan to their first win at AFCON in 13 years after shocking Equatorial Guinea 1-0 in Group E's second match.Saul Coco's 74th minute own-goal was enough to hand Sudan victory and a chance to advance to the second round.â??I am happy with the win, but our ambition is to win the title, not just to achieve a single victory," said a confident Appiah

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo wants a decision over his future finalised before January 1, when the transfer window officially opens. The 25-year-old has reportedly agreed to join Manchester City after Bournemouth accepted an offer from the former English champions.City are expected to trigger Semenyo's £65 million release clause before it elapses on January 10, which also leaves the door open for Liverpool to gazump the move.Although City remains favourite for his signature,

Ghana forward Felix Afena-Gyan delivered a brace of assists to lead Amedspor to a cruising victory against Igdir FK in the Turkish Lig 1. The Cremonese loanee was unplayable on Sunday after as he served the assists for the opening two goals of the thrilling encounter at Diyabakir Stadium.Afena-Gyan found Colombian forward Daniel Moreno for the opener ten minutes after Amedspor had missed the opportunity to break the deadlock from the spot.Mbaye Diagne missed from the spot in

Cameroon secured a valuable 1-1 draw against defending champions Cote dâ??Ivoire in a fiercely contested Group F encounter on Matchday Two of the Africa Cup of Nations, leaving the group finely poised heading into the final round of fixtures.The highly anticipated West and Central African derby lived up to expectations from the opening exchanges, with Ivory Coast starting on the front foot as they sought to build on their opening-day victory over Mozambique.Emerse Faeâ??s

GHANAsoccernet.com reporter Herbert Boakye Yiadom brings you a comprehensive report on the weekend performance of Ghanaian players abroad in their respective leagues worldwide.The details below capture the minutes and the players' performances over the weekend. ENGLANDIn the Premier League, Antoine Semenyo scored his ninth goal of the campaign in Bournemouthâ??s 4-1 loss to Brentford on SaturdayMohammed Kudus played 85 minutes for Tottenham in their 1-0 win over

Riyad Mahrez once again proved decisive on the continental stage as Algeria edged past Burkina Faso 1-0 on Sunday evening to secure qualification for the knockout phase of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco at the Stade Prince Moulay Hassan in Rabat. The Al-Ahli winger scored the only goal of the contest from the penalty spot in the first half, maintaining his fine scoring form at the tournament.Algeria were awarded the spot-kick after sustained pressure in the Burkina

Berekum Chelsea boosted their survival hopes with a commanding 3-1 victory over Eleven Wonders at the Golden City Park on Sunday afternoon in their Ghana Premier League matchday 16 encounter.The home side made a bright start and were rewarded early, although it was the visitors who struck first against the run of play.Wonders stunned the Berekum faithful in the 15th minute when William Danquah finished clinically to give the leagueâ??s bottom-placed side a surprise lead.Chelsea

Bibiani Gold Stars recovered from 2-0 down to beat visiting Dreams FC 3-2 in Ghana Premier League Week 16 thriller at Dun's Park on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Abdul Razak Salifu had looked like stealing the headlines with a well-taken early double for the 'Still Believe' but the hosts powered back to maintain their perfect home run this term.Salifu opened the scoring just six minutes into the game and added a second for Dreams FC in the 20th minute to visitors

Asante Kotoko crowned a memorable end to the year with a commanding 6-0 victory over Bechem United at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, a result that sent the Porcupine Warriors to the top of the Ghana Premier League table.It was a ruthless display from Kotoko, who recorded their biggest win in several seasons and underlined their growing confidence under Karim Zito. The hosts took control early and never looked back, stretching Bechemâ??s defence with pace, movement and clinical

Aduana FC produced a spirited performance to come back from two goals and draw 2-2 at Young Apostles in Wenchi. The host were on course to victory when Richmond Opoku and Samuel Peprah shot them into the lead with few minutes remaining.However, Charles Camara and Sidibe netted to late in a dramatic finale.The visitors started brightly, dominating the early exchanges with veteran forward Bright Adjei coming close.Remember Boateng almost opened the scoring from a well taken free kick

Basake Holy Stars ended the year on a positive note with a convincing 2-0 victory over Hohoe United at the AAK II Sports Arena on Sunday.The hosts delivered a disciplined and dominant performance, scoring once in each half to secure all three points and move up to 10th place on the league table.Holy Stars set the tone early, controlling possession and applying sustained pressure, which eventually paid off in the 35th minute. Prince Tweneboah broke the deadlock with a well-taken

Swedru All Blacks were forced to settle for a share of the spoils after being held to a 1-1 draw by Karela United in their Ghana Premier League matchday 16 encounter at the Swedru Sports Stadium on Sunday afternoon.The hosts came into the game eager to respond to last weekendâ??s defeat to Bechem United and started the match with purpose, enjoying more possession and territorial dominance in the opening exchanges.However, clear-cut chances were few and far between in a tightly

Kwasi Appiahâ??s Sudan kept their Africa Cup of Nations hopes alive with a hard-earned 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea on a cold 14-degree evening in Casablanca, a result that has thrown Group E wide open.The contest was finely balanced for long spells, with Sudan showing resilience and discipline after their opening defeat. The decisive moment arrived in the 74th minute amid chaos in the Equatorial Guinea penalty area.A driven cross from the Sudanese right forced defender