Ghanaian striker Samuel Obeng came off the bench to score a crucial third goal as Albacete swept aside Granada 4–1 at the Estadio Carlos Belmonte.

Introduced on 70 minutes, Obeng needed barely a minute to make his mark, racing onto a clever pass from Lorenzo Aguado and slotting calmly past Luca Zidane to restore Albacete’s two-goal cushion at 3–1.

Earlier, early strikes from Jonathan Gómez and Lluís López had put the hosts firmly in control inside the opening quarter of an hour, only for Gonzalo Petit to pull one back and briefly rattle Rubén Albés’ side just after the hour. Obeng’s composed finish killed Granada’s momentum, and José Carlos Lazo’s late fourth, after a neat cut-back from Carlos Neva, turned a good performance into a statement win.

The goal continues a solid 2025/26 LaLiga2 campaign for Obeng, who has now made 22 league appearances, scoring 4 goals and providing 0 assists. Riding the high of this dominant victory, Albacete now turn their attention to another big test at home, as they host Eibar in their next LaLiga2 fixture.

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Ghanaian defender Ema Twumasi endured a night to forget as his first-half red card shaped Piast Gliwice’s gritty 1–1 draw away to Lechia Gdansk.

Twumasi was dismissed in the 24th minute, leaving Piast to battle more than an hour with ten men at the Polsat Plus Arena Gdańsk.

Despite the setback, Daniel MyÅ›liwiec’s side dug in and almost pulled off a remarkable smash-and-grab. After surviving sustained pressure and going behind to Ivan Zhelizko’s close-range finish on 63 minutes, Piast somehow found a response late on. Patryk Dziczek kept his nerve from the spot in the 85th minute to rescue a point, converting low to the goalkeeper’s right after a foul in the area.

The dismissal capped a mixed 2025/26 Ekstraklasa campaign for Twumasi, who has made 25 league appearances, scoring 1 goal and providing 0 assists so far.

Piast will now try to turn this hard-earned draw into momentum when they return home to face Arka Gdynia in their next Ekstraklasa outing on Monday, 27 April.

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Leicester City’s confirmation of relegation to League One has cast serious doubt over the future of their Ghanaian duo, Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku.

With the club sliding into the third tier for the first time since 2009, both players are expected to seek moves away, and the upcoming 2026 World Cup could provide the perfect platform to attract suitors.

Jordan Ayew, the veteran forward, is in the final months of his contract, which expires on June 30. A free transfer is almost certain, as Leicester will struggle to keep a player of his experience in League One.

For the 34-year-old, this summer represents a final chance to secure a move to a top-flight club, possibly in England or abroad. A strong showing at the World Cup in North America would remind clubs of his work rate, hold-up play, and penalty-box intelligence.

Fatawu Issahaku, at 22, is in a different situation. He remains under contract until 2029, but Leicester’s collapse has already sparked transfer speculation. Several clubs, including Fulham, Aston Villa, and Villarreal, have been linked with the pacy winger. This season in the Championship, he has scored nine goals and provided seven assists, proving he is far too good for the third division.

A dazzling performance on the world stage could push his price tag even higher and force a bidding war.

The Black Stars have been drawn in Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama. Their opening match is against Panama on June 17.

For both Ayew and Issahaku, every minute on the pitch will be an audition. The World Cup has a habit of launching careers and reviving others. If Ghana can impress, their two attackers may well secure the moves they desperately need to keep playing at the highest level.

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England-born midfielder of Ghanaian descent, Brendan Wiredu, was on target for Plymouth on Tuesday night, helping the side to secure a hard-fought away draw against Bradford City in the English League One.

The fit-again 26-year-old started the Round 40 fixture for his side and played 60 minutes before making way for Caleb Watts.

During his stay on the pitch, Wiredu gave everything for his side and opened the scoring after just eight minutes into the first half after he was set up by Lorent Tolaj.

Unfortunately, for Plymouth, the home team never surrendered and continued to fight until the end.

The efforts of Bradford City paid off in the 72^nd minute, with Will Swan equalising to force the match to end in a 1-1 stalemate.

The result leaves Plymouth 8^th in the English League One standings with 67 points. With two games to end the season, the team will need to pick up all six points to stand any chance of making it to the promotion playoffs.

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Roger De Sa, the right-hand man of Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz, has opened up about the daunting task of preparing the Black Stars for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with limited preparation time.

Speaking to KickOff Magazine, the South African coach emphasized the difficulty of picking a final squad from a vast pool of players while having only about two weeks to get the team ready.

"I've been watching a lot of films, videos, watching different players with different clubs," De Sa said.

"The biggest challenge is obviously to select a team without having really enough time. And obviously, the preparations are also very short. You've got about two weeks to prepare your team."

De Sa, who is expected to play a key role on Queiroz's technical bench at the World Cup, highlighted the complexity of scouting and assembling a squad capable of competing on the global stage. With Ghanaian players scattered across leagues in Europe, Asia, and Africa, narrowing down the list while ensuring tactical cohesion is a race against the clock.

The comments come as the Black Stars finalise their plans for the tournament, where they have been drawn in a challenging Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama. For De Sa and Queiroz, the next few weeks will be a critical period of evaluation, communication, and decision-making.

Despite the hurdles, De Sa's focus remains on building a competitive unit.

"You've got about two weeks to prepare your team," he reiterated, underlining the reality facing many World Cup-bound nations. The hope for Ghana is that the experience and tactical acumen of the coaching staff can overcome the time constraints and produce a squad ready to make an impact in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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After a frustrating spell on the sidelines, Ghanaian midfielder Forson Amankwah marked his first league start since January with a pivotal performance, helping Norwich City secure a vital 2-1 win over Derby County at Carrow Road.

Amankwah, who had been sidelined by a hamstring injury that required a cautious recovery plan, was named in the starting eleven for the Championship clash on Tuesday night.

The 23-year-old made an immediate impact, showcasing the energy and creativity that had been missing from the Canaries' midfield.

In just the first half, Amankwah drew a penalty after being fouled in the box and then provided a clever assist for Mohamed Toure, whose powerful finish gave Norwich the lead.

The visitors pulled one back after the break, but a second-half strike from Liam Gibbs secured all three points for the home side.

The win moved Norwich up to 9th place in the Championship table, keeping their hopes of a late playoff push alive. For Amankwah, the performance was a timely reminder of his quality after a challenging period. Speaking after the match, the Ghanaian expressed his relief and determination, stating, "It’s been a difficult few months, but I’m grateful to be back. I just want to help the team in any way I can."

With the season entering its final stretch, Amankwah’s return to form could prove to be a crucial asset for Norwich City as they aim to finish the campaign strongly.

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Former Ghana defender Sammy Kuffour has issued a blunt warning about the declining state of the Black Stars, claiming that fear and a lack of tactical identity have left the national team in a precarious position.

Kuffour, a veteran of Ghana’s debut World Cup appearance in 2006, expressed deep concern over the psychological state of the current squad.

"It will get to a point, we cannot win against any country if we don't fix things," he warned in an interview with 3 Sports.

Highlighting the pressure and lack of confidence, he added, "Now, [when] you're going to the stadium, you s**t in your pants before you leave."

His comments come at a critical juncture as Ghana prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) recently appointed  Carlos Queiroz as head coach to replace Otto Addo, a move Kuffour believes must be supported despite public debate.

While critical of recent tactical choices – such as a defensive "three-back" system used against Comoros – Kuffuor urged fans to unite behind the Portuguese trainer to ensure stability.

Beyond coaching, the former Bayern Munich star called for structural reforms and better scouting of dual-nationality players.

Ghana has been drawn into Group L for the upcoming tournament and is scheduled to face Panama, England, and Croatia. Queiroz is expected to be unveiled at a press conference in Accra this Thursday.

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In a statement released on Tuesday, 21st April 2026, IEAG described the regulatory intervention as “timely and long overdue”, ending decades of what it terms “unjustified” financial bleeding by international shipping lines. The new directive, which caps the charge at GH?550 per Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit (TEU), is set to take effect on May 1, 2026.

The IEAG’s endorsement highlights a systemic grievance: the claim that shipping lines have been forcing Ghanaian businesses to “pay twice for the same service”.

According to the IEAG, legitimate costs—such as port dues and terminal handling—are already baked into the freight rates paid by shippers. The additional administrative charge is, therefore, viewed as a redundant cost recovery mechanism.

“Ghanaian businesses have, for years, been burdened by excessive, opaque and unjustified charges imposed by international shipping lines and their local agents,” the IEAG asserted. These practices, the group noted, have not only inflated the cost of doing business but have fundamentally “weakened Ghana’s competitiveness as a regional trade hub”.

The scale of the financial impact is staggering. IEAG estimates reveal that in 2024 alone, Ghanaian traders were slapped with approximately GH?1.69 billion (roughly $108 million) in Container Administrative Charges.
The Association pointed out a disturbing regional disparity that suggests Ghana has become an outlier in West African trade costs.

While neighbouring competitors like Togo, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and Nigeria maintain charges between $30 and $68 per container, fees in Ghana have ballooned to as high as $165 per TEU.

The Association provided historical context to the charge, explaining that the CAC was a temporary measure introduced in the 1980s when Ghana’s port infrastructure was primitive. Today, with the multi-million dollar automation and modernisation of the Tema and Takoradi ports, the IEAG argues the original rationale for the fee has vanished.

The group also took a hardline stance against reports of shipping line employees threatening industrial action or resistance to the new cap.

“Attempts to resist or undermine this reform through threats or pressure tactics will not succeed,” the statement concluded, dismissing such threats as a desperate effort to protect foreign exchange outflows that see revenues from freight and demurrage repatriated abroad with “minimal direct benefit to Ghana’s economy.”

The IEAG has framed the GSA’s decision to cap the fee at GH?550 as a “balanced intervention”—one that allows for operational flexibility while shielding the Ghanaian consumer from the inflationary pressures of high import costs.

As the May 1st deadline approaches, the Association is calling for total compliance from all stakeholders, signalling that the era of “unchecked” charges is officially over.

The spotlight now shifts to the international shipping lines to see if they will fall in line with the new price ceiling or face further regulatory sanctions in Ghana’s increasingly assertive maritime sector.

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Ghana international Forson Amankwah put up a top performance for Norwich City on Tuesday night, helping the side to secure a 2-1 victory over Derby County in the English Championship.

In the Round 44 encounter staged at Carrow Road, the home team had the opportunity to take the lead after just nine minutes into the first half when they were awarded a penalty kick. Mohamed Toure accepted responsibility from 12 yards but failed to convert the spot kick.

Later in the 33^rd minute, the forward finally found the back of the net after he was assisted by Ghanaian youngster Forson Amankwah.

Although Derby County would also score through David Ozoh in the 54^th minute to restore parity to the contest, a Liam Gibbs equaliser in the 60^th minute secured a hard-fought victory for Norwich City.

On the matchday, Forson Amankwah lasted 80 minutes before making way for Errol Mundle Smith.

Amankwah, 23, despite having his issues with injuries this season, has played a key role for his side. He is pushing for a strong end to the season in hopes of making Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Leicester City have suffered a shocking relegation to League One, with Ghanaian internationals Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku among the players affected by the club’s dramatic collapse in the 2025/26 season.

The Foxes, who were already competing in the Championship following their relegation from the Premier League last season, endured a difficult campaign marked by inconsistency and missed opportunities. Their fate was sealed on Tuesday night after a disappointing 2-2 draw against Hull City at the King Power Stadium in Round 44.

Leicester had gone into the match knowing that only a win would keep their survival hopes alive. However, despite a spirited second-half comeback, they were unable to secure all three points, confirming their drop with two matches still remaining in the season.

🚨🚨| OFFICIAL: Leicester City is relegated to League One! 🦊👋.

A decade after they won the Premier League they will be playing in the 3rd division! pic.twitter.com/jk1Wiz3KTt

— Futball Centa (@futballcenta) April 21, 2026

The club will now play out the remainder of their fixtures against Millwall FC and Blackburn Rovers, although the results will have no impact on their relegation status.

For Ayew and Issahaku, the focus now shifts to the future. Both players are expected to reassess their positions at the club during the summer transfer window.

The pair will be determined to end the season strongly in hopes of earning places in Ghana’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Bechem United FC have been fined GHS 10,000 and issued a formal warning by the Ghana Premier League's Disciplinary Committee following their match against Karela United FC.

The club was found guilty of two offences: allowing supporters to throw objects onto the field of play, and failing to exercise proper control over its technical team members and officials during the game.

The fine must be paid within 14 days of the notification of the decision.

The Disciplinary Committee has warned Bechem United that any future misconduct will attract more severe sanctions.

The ruling reflects the league's ongoing efforts to enforce match-day discipline and ensure that both fans and club officials adhere to established regulations.

The Hunters are currently 13th on the table after 28 games with 37 points.

Having drawn 1-1 with league leaders Medeama SC, Bechem United will be aiming to bounce back with a win when they welcome DReams FC on April 26.

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Basake Holy Stars FC have been slapped with a GHS 20,000 fine and issued a formal warning by the Ghana Premier League's Disciplinary Committee following misconduct in their league clash against Swedru All Blacks FC.

The club was found guilty of preventing a person authorised by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) from filming the match. Specifically, supporters of Basake Holy Stars obstructed the away team's authorised cameraman, disrupting the official recording of the game.

The fine must be paid within 14 days of the notification of the decision. The Disciplinary Committee has also warned the club that any future misconduct will attract more severe sanctions.

The ruling underscores the GFA's commitment to ensuring that all match-day protocols, including media and broadcasting access, are strictly adhered to by clubs and their supporters.

Meanwhile, Holy Stars currently sit ninth on the Ghana Premier League table with 40 points after 29 games.

They will lock horns with Aduana Stars in their next game of April 26.

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Asante Kotoko's Welfare Officer, Amos Frimpong, has been handed a severe 10-match ban and fined GHS 20,000 by the Ghana Premier League's Disciplinary Committee following misconduct in the club's game against Karela United FC.

The official was found guilty of unsporting behaviour towards match officials. According to the ruling, Amos forcefully seized a red card from the referee and interfered with the referee's authority after the match had concluded.

The 10-match suspension takes immediate effect, and the fine must be paid within 14 days of the notification of the decision. In addition to the ban and fine, Kwasi Frimpong Amos has been formally warned that any future misconduct will attract more severe sanctions.

The incident adds to a growing list of disciplinary issues surrounding the Porcupine Warriors this season, as the club continues to struggle both on and off the pitch.

Meanwhile, the Porcupine Warriors have parted ways with their interim boss, Prince Yaw Owusu, who has been replaced by Hamza Oeng until the end of the season.

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Ghanaian striker Kwame Peprah is enjoying a remarkable goal-scoring run in Southeast Asia, having become the toast of Cambodian football with Svay Rieng FC.

The former King Faisal forward has been in devastating form across all competitions, racking up an incredible 31 goals and providing 10 assists in just 36 matches.

His exploits have made him the undisputed top scorer in the Cambodian Premier League, where he has netted 20 goals in 24 league appearances.

Peprah's consistency and lethal finishing have been pivotal for Svay Rieng, who are reaping the rewards of his attacking prowess. The Ghanaian's ability to find the back of the net with regularity has drawn attention and admiration from fans and pundits alike.

After previously featuring for clubs in Ghana, South Africa, and elsewhere, Peprah appears to have found a perfect home in Cambodia, where his goal-scoring instincts are on full display.

With numbers like these, it may only be a matter of time before his form attracts interest from bigger leagues across Asia and beyond.

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Nottingham Forest winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has vowed to return "stronger and better" after undergoing successful surgery that will rule him out for the remainder of the season.

The 25-year-old, who is of Ghanaian descent and has represented England at senior level, sustained the injury during Forest's 1-0 Europa League win over FC Porto last week. He was forced off in the 73rd minute, and further assessment confirmed the severity of the setback.

In a heartfelt post on social media, Hudson-Odoi expressed his disappointment while looking ahead with faith and determination.

"Surgery was successful but definitely not the way I wanted to end the season," he wrote. "But with God's timing and plan, hopefully I'll be back stronger and better than before. Thank you for your continued support always and the messages. I appreciate all the love. Let's get the recovery started so I can get back out there doing what I love!! "No Pain, No Gain."

Nottingham Forest confirmed that the winger will miss the final five matches of the campaign, with a targeted return to full training during pre-season. "Everyone at the club wishes him a speedy recovery," the club stated.

The timing of the injury is a significant blow for Forest, who have relied on Hudson-Odoi's creativity and direct attacking threat during a crucial stage of the season. His absence will test the squad's depth as they push for a strong finish.

On the other hand, reports suggested the winger was in contention to make the Back Stars squad for the 2026 World Cup following a possible nationality switch

For Hudson-Odoi, the focus now shifts entirely to rehabilitation. With his trademark resilience and the support of fans behind him, the former Chelsea winger is already looking ahead to a triumphant return.

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Ghana have strengthened their technical setup with the appointment of experienced American-Portuguese trainer Daniel Gaspar as the new goalkeepers’ coach of the Black Stars.

Gaspar joins the backroom staff of newly appointed head coach Carlos Queiroz, continuing a long-standing professional relationship that dates back over three decades.

The duo have worked together in multiple roles since 1992, building a strong partnership across both national teams and club football.

The vastly experienced goalkeeping specialist has held several key roles throughout his career, including stints with the Portuguese national team setup in the early 1990s and again between 2009 and 2010 with various youth sides.

He has also worked with the South African national team and top clubs such as Sporting CP, Nagoya Grampus Eight, and the NY/NJ MetroStars.

In 2003, Gaspar served as goalkeeping coach for Portugal under Luiz Felipe Scolari and later worked under Jose Antonio Camacho at Benfica.

His extensive resume highlights a deep understanding of elite-level goalkeeping and team preparation.

Gaspar reunited with Queiroz in 2011 with the Iran national team, where he served as assistant and goalkeeping coach.

During that period, Iran qualified for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and secured a place at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup, underlining the effectiveness of their collaboration.

More recently, Gaspar worked with Hartford Athletic in the United States, further broadening his international experience.

His appointment is expected to play a crucial role in improving Ghana’s goalkeeping department as the Black Stars prepare for upcoming international assignments, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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The ruling, announced on April 21, 2026, stems from a violent altercation during a Matchweek 26 fixture against Asante Kotoko SC.

The incident occurred at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on March 22, 2026, in a match where the Porcupine Warriors ultimately secured a dominant 3-0 victory. According to official reports, Grippman was found guilty of unsporting behavior after committing a foul on Asante Kotoko forward Albert Amoah.

Following the initial challenge, Grippman deliberately stamped on Amoah’s thigh, an act the committee described as a serious breach of sporting conduct.

The Disciplinary Committee’s official update confirmed that the five-match suspension takes immediate effect, sidelining the defender for critical upcoming games against Heart of Lions and Accra Hearts of Oak.

In addition to the ban, Grippman received a formal warning that any future regulatory breaches would result in more severe sanctions.

This ruling follows a series of strict GFA regulatory actions aimed at curbing violence and unsporting behavior in the league.

Nations FC, currently 11th in the standings, will now have to navigate their next five fixtures without their starting center-back as they attempt to climb back into the top half of the table.

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Ghanaian second-tier club Accra Lions have confirmed that midfielder Bashiru Ibrahim Mohammed has successfully undergone knee surgery in Germany.

The club announced that the procedure was carried out on the player’s anterior cruciate ligament by specialists in Munich, marking an important step in his recovery.

Accra Lions expressed appreciation to their partner Eintracht Frankfurt for their support throughout the process, particularly for facilitating access to medical expertise and treatment.

Following the surgery, Bashiru also met club board member Lothar Matthaus, who offered advice and encouragement during his recovery period.

The club has wished the player a speedy return to full fitness as he begins rehabilitation.

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