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We’re in talks to appoint new Black Stars coach – GFA chief

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) says negotiations are ongoing to appoint a new head coach for the Black Stars ahead of the national team’s...

Black Stars showed resilience and promise at 2026 World Cup – Okraku

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku says the Black Stars demonstrated “resilience and promise” at the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite their exit...

We’re working to land the right headline sponsor for Ghana Premier League – GFA

Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mark Addo, has revealed that the Football Association is continuing efforts to secure a suitable headline...

Black Queens will qualify for Women’s World Cup – Hasaacas Ladies CEO

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Hasaacas Ladies, Evelyn Nsiah Asare, remains confident the Black Queens can secure qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World...

Otto Addo should have been sacked after AFCON qualification failure – Andre Ayew

Former Ghana captain André Ayew says Otto Addo should have been dismissed after the Black Stars failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup...

“I didn’t want to spit on my country” – André Ayew explains decision not to criticise his World Cup exclusion

Former Ghana captain André Ayew says he deliberately chose not to publicly challenge his omission from the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA...

‘The terms have improved’ – Aduana FC CEO hails Women’s Premier League funding

Aduana FC CEO Collins Atta Poku has welcomed what he describes as improved financial support for the Women's Premier League, saying increased prize money...

Ghana Premier League is our best product – GFA Veep

Vice President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mark Addo, has revealed that the Football Association is continuing efforts to secure a suitable headline...

Infantino must remember he is European – Ceferin

Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin says Gianni Infantino needs to remember he is European after describing his Fifa counterpart's plan to sell off a stake...

Gianni Infantino asked to stay away from youth tournament amid anger at FIFA World Cup sell-off plan

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been asked to stay away from a youth tournament in a sign of deepening divisions caused by his attempted...

Al-Hilal open talks to sign Arsenal winger Martinelli

Arsenal have held talks with Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal over the sale of winger Gabriel Martinelli. The Brazil international is free to leave the club this...

Martinelli deserves better from Arsenal – Wright

Ian Wright says Gabriel Martinelli deserves "more respect" from Arsenal and questioned the way the club have handled the winger's potential exit. Martinelli made 53 appearances in...

Gordon makes two assists on debut as Barcelona thrash Elche

Anthony Gordon marked his Barcelona debut with two assists in five minutes as the reigning champions defeated Elche 5-0 in their La Liga opener. The...

Torres scores twice on PSG debut to salvage draw

World Cup winner Ferran Torres scored twice for Paris St-Germain after they trailed 2-0 to salvage a draw at Rennes in their Ligue 1...

Andre Ayew could be the right person to shape football in Ghana – Mikel Obi

Former Chelsea and Nigeria midfielder John Obi Mikel believes Andre Ayew has the qualities to become a key figure in the future development of...

Late Szoboszlai penalty rescues point for Liverpool at Newcastle

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a dramatic stoppage-time penalty as Liverpool denied Newcastle an opening-game victory at St James' Park. Goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock...

Salah scores first two Trabzonspor goals

Mohamed Salah scored twice on his first Turkish Super Lig start for Trabzonspor - and almost had a hat-trick - as they beat Istanbul...

Alvarez booed by own fans in Atletico draw

Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez was booed by his own fans amid speculation about his future as his side drew with Villarreal in La...

Man City produce dramatic turnaround to snatch stoppage time victory over Bournemouth

Manchester City came from behind in a dramatic Premier League opener to beat Bournemouth 2-1 at Etihad Stadium. Josko Gvardiol and Marc Guehi were on...

Brighton thrash 10-man Villa in opener

Brighton kicked off their new Premier League campaign in emphatic fashion by thrashing Europa League winners Aston Villa 4-0 at Amex Stadium. It only took...

Mourinho urges Vinicius Jr to control emotions

Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho says Vinicius Jr needs "great emotional control" after claiming the winger is being bullied on the pitch. The 63‑year‑old's comments...

Man City agree £86m deal for teen midfielder Bouaddi

Manchester City have agreed a deal in principle worth 100m euros (£85.6m) to sign 18-year-old Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. BBC Sport reported earlier this week that...

‘New season, new trim’ – Haaland reveals buzzcut

Whether it be Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Gareth Bale or Erling Haaland, football has witnessed some iconic man buns over the years. However, Haaland has decided to...

U-20 WWC: Seven Black Princesses players to miss tournament due to injury

Ghana’s Black Princesses have been hit by a major injury crisis ahead of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, with seven...

Late Espi goal fires Real Madrid to win at Espanyol on Mourinho’s return

Jose Mourinho's return to La Liga with Real Madrid got underway with a dramatic late winner at RCD Espanyol as Carlos Espi came off...

Man City will ‘try to find the new Rodri’ – Maresca

Manchester City will "try to find the new Rodri" after the Spain captain left the club earlier this week to join La Liga champions Barcelona,...

Everton make winning start as Palace rue missed chances

Everton survived an early scare to beat Crystal Palace at the Hill Dickinson Stadium and win their opening game of the Premier League season...

Spurs make nightmare start as Brentford hit three in easy win

Big-spending Tottenham made a shocking start to the new Premier League season as they were ripped apart by impressive Brentford at the Gtech Community...

Hull stun Man Utd in dream Premier League return

Hull City stunned Manchester United on a dream return to the Premier League after nine years away with a first ever top-flight win against...

Guinea government announces bids to host Africa Cup of Nations

The Guinean government announced on Friday that the country wants to host the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), saying it has "a strong bid". A...

Pedro signs contract extension with Chelsea

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has signed a ​contract extension that will ‌keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2034, the Premier ​League club said ​on...

Messi fined for slapping opponent in MLS game

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping Philadelphia Union's Quinn Sullivan during their side's Major League Soccer (MLS) 2-2 draw on Wednesday. Messi,...

Man Utd agree £70m fee for Brighton’s Baleba

Manchester United have agreed a fee of up to £70m for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba. The two clubs reached a breakthrough in negotiations on Friday evening, which left...

Inter complete £30m deal for Liverpool’s Jones

Inter Milan have signed Curtis Jones from Liverpool in a deal worth 35m euros (£30m). The Reds accepted an offer worth 30m euros (£25.7m) plus 5m euros...

Bellingham, Vinicius Jr and Mbappe not incompatible – Mourinho

Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho says it will be hard to find the "perfect set-up" to fit Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr and Jude Bellingham...

The inside story of how Trabzonspor pulled off Salah deal

As Mohamed Salah signed his two-year deal in front of tens of thousands of fans inside Trabzonspor's Papara Park stadium, the man putting his...

Arsenal begin title defence with win over Coventry

Arsenal began their Premier League title defence with a convincing victory against newly promoted Coventry City at Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta ended the club's 22-year wait for...

‘Hungry to win’ – Villa’s Konsa joins Arsenal in £51m deal

Ezri Konsa says he is proud to play for "one of the best teams in the world" as he completed his £51m move to Arsenal. The...

Argentina’s Paredes banned for 10 games

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been given a 10-match ban for the role he played in on-field clashes after his side were beaten 1-0...

Thomas Partey joins Saudi Arabia’s Al Shabab on one-year deal

Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab have completed the signing of Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey, with the club confirming the move on Friday. The Riyadh-based...