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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...

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...

Fifa wants injured players to stay off for one minute

Players who receive treatment for an injury could be forced to stay off the field for one minute under proposals from Fifa. It is one...

Police investigate ‘abhorrent’ racist abuse of players

Police have confirmed they are investigating after four Premier League players experienced online racial abuse at the weekend. Burnley midfielder Hannibal Mejbri and Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana both...

What could Mexico cartel violence mean for World Cup?

Mexico's co-hosting of this summer's Fifa World Cup could be compromised by the eruption in drug cartel violence which began on Sunday, experts have told BBC...

Sesko comes off bench to score Man Utd winner at Everton

Benjamin Sesko was Manchester United's super-sub for the second match running as the Slovenian scored the only goal against Everton to send Michael Carrick's...

It is not too late to replace Otto Addo as Black Stars coach

A heated debate has emerged over the future of Black Stars head coach Otto Addo, with two prominent sports analysts offering sharply contrasting views...

Gianluca Prestianni provisionally suspended for Benfica’s second leg tie with Real Madrid

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni has been suspended by UEFA for Wednesday’s Champions League knockout play-off decider after allegedly racially abusing Vinicius Junior in the first...

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko impressed with point against Samartex

Medeama SC head coach Ibrahim Tanko has expressed satisfaction after his side played to a goalless draw against FC Samartex on Matchday 23 of...

Prosper Nartey Ogum pens two-year contract to lead Black Starlets

Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum will remain head coach of Ghana’s U-17 national team after signing a fresh two-year contract with the Black Starlets. The former...

GES suspends all zonal inter-school sports in Central Region over violence

The Central Regional Directorate of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has ordered the immediate suspension of all zonal inter-school sporting activities among Senior High...

H.E. Paskal A.B. Rois pays courtesy call on Minister for Sports and Recreation

H.E. Paskal A.B. Rois, Honorary Consul of Indonesia to Ghana and an accomplished entrepreneur and musician, has paid a courtesy call on the Honourable...

2026 WC: Lower your expectations – Ex-GFA Veep tells Ghanaians

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President and ex-Black Stars Management Committee Chairman, George Afriyie, has urged Ghanaian fans to moderate their expectations ahead...

Afriyie backs GFA’s expanded Black Stars technical team

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie has lauded the association’s decision to strengthen the Black Stars’ technical team ahead of the...

Prosport CEO welcomes Gyau, backs his versatility and quality

The Chief Executive Officer of South Africa-based Prosport International Agency, Mike Makaab, has welcomed Asante Kotoko midfielder Hubert Gyau to the agency, describing the...

Kotoko beat Young Apostles as Owusu secures first win

Interim head coach Yaw Prince Owusu has described Asante Kotoko’s hard-fought away victory over Young Apostles FC as both a personal breakthrough and a...

Former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter criticises World Cup format, says U.S. has too many matches

Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has criticised the split of matches between the three hosts of the 2026 men’s World Cup and the new...

Arsenal pass derby test of nerve as title race looks set to go to wire

Arsenal answered questions posed about their nerve under pressure in the most emphatic fashion in the north London derby to suggest this is a Premier...

2026 WC: Ghana to camp at Bryant University

The Black Stars of Ghana will set up camp at Bryant University in Rhode Island for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to a...

2026 WC: GH¢150 million allocated to Black Stars to begin preparations ahead of tourney

An amount of GH¢150 million has been allocated to the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Parliament’s Select Committee on Sports...

2025/26 GHPL MD23 wrap: Kotoko beat Apostles as Samartex, Medeama share spoils

Matchday 23 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League delivered late drama, momentum swings and significant movement at both ends of the table as the...

Arsenal put four past Tottenham to go five points clear

Eberechi Eze scored twice as Arsenal restored their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points with a 3-1 win at...

Barca return to La Liga summit with comprehensive Levante win

Fermin Lopez's sensational strike was the pick of the bunch as Barcelona returned to winning ways and La Liga's top spot. Hansi Flick's side, who...

‘I belong to Saudi Arabia’ – Ronaldo committed to Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo says he is happy at Al-Nassr following doubts over his future at the Saudi Arabian club. The 41-year-old Portuguese had reportedly been unhappy...

Mac Allister scores late winner in frantic finish at Forest

Alexis Mac Allister scored a 97th-minute winner as Liverpool beat Nottingham Forest in a chaotic finish at the City Ground. The Argentinian, who moments earlier...

Fatawu Dauda hails Benjamin Asare’s growth

Black Stars goalkeepers coach Fatawu Dauda has commended Benjamin Asare for his focus, humility, and eagerness to learn—qualities he says have fueled the young...

We are confident of beating Berekum Chelsea – Hearts of Oak defender Baba Adamu

Accra Hearts of Oak defender Baba Adamu has expressed confidence ahead of his side’s Ghana Premier League showdown with Berekum Chelsea this weekend. The Phobians...

Overstay and face the consequences – US Embassy warns Ghanaian World Cup fans

The Charge d’Affaires of the US Embassy in Ghana, Rolf Olson, has cautioned Ghanaians travelling to the United States, particularly for the upcoming World...

Man City beat Newcastle to increase pressure on Arsenal

Manchester City moved to within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal with a tense victory against Newcastle United at Etihad Stadium. The Gunners opened...

Vinicius scores but Real Madrid beaten by Osasuna

Vinicius Jr ended an emotional week with his fifth goal in four games, but was unable to prevent Real Madrid losing 2-1 to Osasuna...

Milner makes Premier League history with record 654th appearance

James Milner etched his name into English football history on Saturday when he broke the record for most Premier League appearances after featuring in...

Brighton beat Brentford to ease pressure on Hurzeler

Brighton halted a six-game winless run in the Premier League with an impressive victory over Brentford to ease the pressure on manager Fabian Hurzeler. The...

His impact has been good – Pep Guardiola praises Antoine Semenyo

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has applauded Antoine Semenyo for settling swiftly into life at the Etihad following his January switch. The 26-year-old forward arrived...