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No GH¢12 million donation has been made to Black Stars – COCOBOD

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has dismissed claims that it contributed GH¢12 million to the Black Stars, the country’s senior national football team. Responding to...

I have no plans to play for Ghana at 2026 World Cup — Ilyas Ansah

German-born midfielder Ilyas Ansah has confirmed he will not be joining Ghana for the 2026 World Cup this summer. The Union Berlin player had been...

2026 WC: Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil hopes key players remain fit

Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has stressed the importance of having Ghana’s key players fully fit as preparations ramp up for the 2026...

Nobody here is going to lose their job while I am here – Ampofo Ankrah assures demonstrating NSA staff

A group of staff of the National Sports Authority (NSA) staged a demonstration at its headquarters on Thursday against a directive seeking the revocation...

We won’t just participate – Black Stars Midfielder Elisha Owusu targets 2026 World Cup success

Elisha Owusu has set the tone for Ghana’s ambitions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the Black Stars are aiming for a...

Man Utd ruled out signing Osimhen ‘because of Afcon’

The Africa Cup of Nations schedule is a major reason why Manchester United did not try to sign Victor Osimhen, according to the club's former first-team...

Joshua crash driver case adjourned to March

The driver of the car involved in a fatal crash in which British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua was injured has appeared in court in...

Ronaldo becomes co-owner of Spanish side Almeria

Cristiano Ronaldo has become co-owner of Spanish second division side Almeria after acquiring a 25% share in the club. The 41-year-old Al-Nassr forward has bought...

Man Utd post profit but debt rises to £1.3bn

Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada says the benefits of the club's "off-pitch transformation" is being recognised through improved financial performance - even though the...

World Cup security concerns over funding freeze

US government officials have been warned that there could be "catastrophic" security consequences if cities hosting World Cup matches do not receive funding that...

Terry ‘frustrated’ over Chelsea caretaker choice

Former Chelsea captain John Terry says he is "frustrated" at being overlooked for a caretaker role following Enzo Maresca's departure as head coach in January. Terry, who...

GOC and Sports Ministry consent to quality preparation for Commonweath Games and other international games

The leadership of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has met with the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, to present a comprehensive...

From the Streets of Lagos to Global Icon: Asisat Oshoala’s Unbreakable Bond with Nigeria

In an exclusive interview, six-time African Women’s Player of the Year Asisat Oshoala reflects on her incredible journey from the streets of Lagos to global football...

GFA hints at alternative plans if Black Stars’ Mexico Friendly is cancelled over security concerns

Senior Communications Manager of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Sheikh Tophic Abdul-Kadir Sienu, has indicated that alternative plans are in place should the Black...

Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil confident ahead of 2026 World Cup

Assistant coach of the Black Stars, John Paintsil, has expressed confidence as Ghana prepares for the 2026 World Cup, highlighting the high expectations surrounding...

Black Stars midfielder Elisha Owusu acknowledges group stage challenge ahead of 2026 World Cup

Black Stars midfielder Elisha Owusu has acknowledged the tough challenge Ghana faces in the 2026 World Cup group stage. Drawn into Group L, the Black...

Black Stars can reach 2026 World Cup final – Assistant coach John Paintsil

The Black Stars’ assistant coach, John Paintsil, has expressed confidence that Ghana has the experience to advance to the semifinals—or even the final—of the...

Auxerre Midfielder Elisha Owusu excited to represent Ghana at 2026 World Cup

Auxerre midfielder Elisha Owusu has expressed his pride at the prospect of representing Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The Black Stars will be making...

NSA Director General admits 17 recruits did not go through due process

The Acting Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has conceded that 17 officers recruited into the Authority did not...

UCL play-offs: Atalanta cap comeback with last-kick penalty to stun Dortmund

Atalanta scored a dramatic penalty with the last kick of the game as the Italians staged an incredible fightback to beat Borussia Dortmund and...

Holders PSG knock out 10-man Monaco to reach last 16

Holders Paris St-Germain beat 10-man Monaco to advance to the last 16 of the Champions League. Monaco went ahead just before half-time when Mamadou Coulibaly...

Vinicius Jr scores as Real Madrid see off Benfica

Vinicius Jr scored as Real Madrid secured their place in the last 16 of the Champions League with victory over Benfica at the Bernabeu. The...

Galatasaray fend off sensational 10-man Juventus comeback to progress in Champions League

Galatasaray SK advanced to the last 16 of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) for the first time in 12 years despite losing the second...

Former Kotoko coach Karim Zito leaves on good terms, takes over AshantiGold

Former Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito has insisted he holds no ill will toward the club following his departure. Zito, who replaced Prosper Narteh Ogum...

Black Queens arrive in UAE ahead of 2025 Pink Ladies Cup preparations

Ghana’s senior women’s national team, the Black Queens, have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the 2025 Pink Ladies Cup. The squad...

Italian clubs on brink of historic Champions League embarrassment

Italian football stands on the brink of a Champions League "debacle" - with the prospect of no Serie A clubs competing in this season's...

FIFA boss ‘very reassured’ about World Cup in Mexico despite violence

FIFA boss Gianni Infantino told AFP on Tuesday he was "very reassured" about Mexico's hosting of games in the football World Cup, in his...

Panama at the FIFA World Cup: Team profile and history

Panama will be competing in their second FIFA World Cup™ as one of the automatic qualifiers from the Concacaf region for the 48-team global...

I am not impressed with coaching standards in Ghana, it’s poor – Kurt Okraku

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has raised alarm over the quality of coaching in the country, describing it as “poor.” Ghanaian...

I invite you to invest in Sports Fund President Mahama to Corporate Ghana

President John Mahama has urged corporate Ghana to support the newly established Ghana Sports Fund, emphasizing its role in driving the nation’s sporting ambitions. Speaking...

AshantiGold appoint Karim Zito as head coach after leaving Asante Kotoko

Division One League leaders AshantiGold have confirmed the appointment of experienced tactician Karim Zito as the club’s new head coach. Zito’s arrival comes just 15...

Celta Vigo sign Asante Kotoko forward Bernard Somuah Sarpong on a permanent deal

RC Celta de Vigo have confirmed the permanent acquisition of Ghanaian teenager Bernard Somuah Sarpong from Asante Kotoko SC, securing the forward on a...

UCL: Sorloth sets up Atleti last-16 tie with Liverpool or Spurs

Alexander Sorloth scored his first Champions League hat-trick to help Atletico Madrid defeat a resilient Club Brugge and set up a last-16 tie with...

UCL: Newcastle see off Qarabag to reach last 16

Newcastle United cruised into the last 16 of the Champions League following another victory against Qarabag. Eddie Howe's side already had one foot in the...

UCL: Bodo/Glimt stun Inter in Milan to reach last 16

Norwegians Bodo/Glimt produced one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history as they knocked out last year's finalists Inter Milan to reach the...

Senegal decry imprisonment of fans after Afcon clashes

Senegal's prime minister says it is "regrettable" that 18 people from the country have been handed prison sentences after being convicted of hooliganism offences...

PSG’s Hakimi to face trial after rape allegation

Paris St-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi says he is set to face trial after an allegation of rape was made against him. A woman has accused...

Pacquiao and Mayweather agree professional rematch

Boxing greats Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather have agreed to a professional rematch in September. Pacquiao, 47, and Mayweather, 48, will fight at the Sphere...

Sports Minister orders NSA DG to revoke 17 staff appointments over due process breach

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has instructed the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, to revoke...

All World Cup matches sold out, says FIFA’s Infantino

All 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup will be "sold out," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Wednesday, even though tickets are still...