Replacing a club icon demands more than potential and pace. As uncertainty continues to swirl around Mohamed Salahâ??s future at Liverpool, speculation has naturally turned toward possible successors.Among the names repeatedly linked is Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. Yet for all his promise, Liverpool would be taking a significant gamble if they positioned the Spaniard as the long-term answer to Salahâ??s eventual departure.Salahâ??s uncertain futureThere is a growing

English-born Ghanaian winger Charles Sagoe Jr has vowed to thrill supporters after completing a season-long loan move to Kalmar FF from Arsenal.The 21-year-old attacker, who joins the Swedish side as they prepare for life back in the Allsvenskan, is relishing the new challenge and cannot wait to make his mark."It has been a smooth transition from Arsenal to Kalmar. I am very grateful that the players and leaders at the club have welcomed me as one of their own. Now I can hardly

Black Starlets continued their encouraging preparations for the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of Nations with a 2-0 victory over Semper Fi in their second friendly match on Wednesday at the Accra Sports Stadium.The game marked Ghanaâ??s second outing of the day following an earlier 1-0 win over Zone Three leaders Port City FC, and their fourth friendly within two weeks as the technical team intensifies efforts to sharpen match fitness and tactical cohesion ahead of the tournament in

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has reaffirmed the association's commitment to delivering football in a â??much cleaner environmentâ?? following the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Nana Pooley.Speaking on the associationâ??s media, Okraku reflected on the reforms sparked by the February 2025 incident, which saw the devoted fan fatally stabbed during a match against Nsoatreman FC."Remember after we lost our brother Pooley, we took

Former Chief Executive Officer of Asante Kotoko, Samuel Opoku Nti insists the Ghana Premier League title chase is far from over for the Porcupine Warriors, despite defeat against Hearts of Oak.The Porcupine Warriors succumbed to a narrow defeat to Hearts of Oak in matchday 22 of the Ghanaian top-flight, held at the Baba Yara Stadium. The win saw the Phobians end their long-term winless run against the Kumasi-based club.Defender Baba Adamu emerged as the hero of the match after scoring

The University of Ghana Corporate Football League (UGCFL) returned on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the University of Ghana Stadium, with thrilling action in Group A.Before the official kick off, fans were treated to an engaging curtain-raiser featuring four diaspora halls. Dr Hilla Limann Hall and Alexander Kwapong Hall combined to face Jean Nelson Aka Hall and Elizabeth Frances Sey Hall in a lively and competitive encounter. After an evenly contested match, Team Alexander Kwapong/Dr.

Veteran Ghanaian forward André Ayew has opened up about his mid-season move to the Eredivisie side NAC Breda, emphasizing that his decision was rooted in a genuine connection to the clubâ??s vision and the surrounding city.Speaking to ESPN on Wednesday, the 36-year-old revealed that despite having multiple offers on the table while resolving personal matters in Ghana, his "footballing instinct" led him to choose the project at the Rat Verlegh Stadion.Ayew, who joined

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

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