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Messi and Ronaldo only players based outside Europe on FIFPro Men’s World 11 shortlist

The FIFPro World 11 shortlist was announced on Monday, with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo the only two nominated players based outside of Europe. FIFPro’s...

Amorim ‘excited’ for ‘special talent’ Yoro’s debut

Leny Yoro could make his Manchester United debut against Arsenal on Wednesday, with head coach Ruben Amorim saying he is "excited" to see the...

Arsenal host holders Man Utd in FA Cup third round

Holders Manchester United have been drawn away to record 14-time winners Arsenal in the FA Cup third round. Premier League leaders Liverpool will host League...

New Leicester boss Van Nistelrooy ‘astonished’ by offers

New Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says he was "astonished" by the amount of interest in him after his brief spell as Manchester...

Milovan Rajevac was paid over $100,000 after his sack – Henry Asante Twum

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante-Twum has disclosed that the Association paid over $100,000 in compensation to former Black Stars...

‘We’ll fight until the very end’ – Walker insists Man City can save season

Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has written a passionate message to supporters saying the team will "fight until the very end" as they look...

‘Now I understand why Jose got angry’ – Essien on life as a coach

During a distinguished 20-year playing career that included spells with Chelsea, Real Madrid and AC Milan, Michael Essien played under some of the best...

We are aiming for the three points against Asante Kotoko – Hearts of Oak coach

Hearts of Oak coach, Aboubakar Ouattara is determined to secure a crucial win against arch-rivals Asante Kotoko in their highly anticipated Super Clash. The Ivorian...

Renowned Ghanaian journalist Gary Al-Smith hosts Africa Sports Unified Connex Summit in London

Top Ghanaian sports journalist Gary Al-Smith recently hosted the 2024 edition of the Africa Sports Unified (ASU) Connex Summit event in London, bringing together...

What does Liverpool’s win against Man City mean for title race?

Liverpool's dominant 2-0 win over Manchester City put them nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table – and 11 points...

‘I didn’t expect that at Anfield’ – Guardiola on ‘sacked in morning’ chants

"Sacked in the morning, you're getting sacked in the morning." Liverpool were closing in on a win that would take them 11 points clear of...

‘Atmosphere speaks for itself’ – Amorim restores feel-good factor

"Ruben Amorim's red and white army" was the chant that filled the air at full-time on Sunday, as the jeers turned to cheers at...

Dozens killed in crush at Guinea football match

At least 56 people have been killed in a crush following clashes at a football match in Guinea's second-largest city, Nzérékoré, the government says. Prime...

2024/25 FA Cup: Asante Kotoko, Hearts of Oak progress to Round of 32 as Samartex suffer elimination

Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak have secured their spots in the Round of 32 of the 2024/25 MTN FA Cup, while FC Samartex...

Joseph Paintsil wins first MLS title with LA Galaxy

Ghanaian winger Joseph Paintsil celebrated his first Major League Soccer (MLS) title after LA Galaxy edged out Seattle Sounders 1-0 in a thrilling encounter. Dejan...

Liverpool beat Man City to go nine points clear at top

Liverpool went 11 points clear of defending Premier League champions Manchester City following a 2-0 win over their title rivals thanks to goals from...

Bellingham and Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise past Getafe

Real Madrid moved within a point of La Liga leaders Barcelona as goals from Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe handed Los Blancos a 2-0...

Palmer stars as Chelsea brush aside Aston Villa

Cole Palmer shone in a comfortable Chelsea win over an Aston Villa side whose worrying winless run extended to eight matches. Nicolas Jackson gave Chelsea...

Man Utd thump Everton to give Amorim first league win

Ruben Amorim collected his first Premier League victory in emphatic fashion as his Manchester United side easily put away lowly Everton at Old Trafford. United...

Sloppy Spurs held to home draw by 10-man Fulham

Inconsistency struck Tottenham Hotspur again as they were held at home by Fulham in the Premier League. Spurs, who were missing several key players through...

Fifa rejects own committee’s call to compensate Qatar workers

Fifa has published a long-awaited report it commissioned into the legacy of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, but has failed to implement its key...

2034 World Cup can improve Saudi human rights – Fifa

Fifa has released its evaluation report for Saudi Arabia's unopposed bid to host the men's World Cup in 2034, paving the way for the...

Rampant Arsenal thrash West Ham to go second

Bukayo Saka starred as a rampant Arsenal moved into second spot in the Premier League table with a thumping 5-2 victory over a woeful...

Kane injured as Bayern fight back to draw at Dortmund

Harry Kane limped off as his Bayern Munich side came from behind to draw 1-1 away at Borussia Dortmund. Jamie Gittens' superb solo effort in...

Leaders Barcelona stunned at home by Las Palmas

Barcelona's wretched La Liga run continued with a shock 2-1 defeat at home to Las Palmas. Following on from defeat to Real Sociedad and a...

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provides update on Thomas Partey’s future

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has said the club will address Thomas Partey’s contract situation at the appropriate time, as the Ghanaian midfielder continues to...

Otto Addo outlines vision for Black Stars rebuilding after AFCON 2025 failure

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has expressed his commitment to building a disciplined and cohesive team founded on accountability and trust. This came to...

GFA pledges to restore Black Stars’ glory after 2025 AFCON failure

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reaffirmed its dedication to reviving the success of the Black Stars following their disappointing...

Now I have to prove myself – Guardiola

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he wants to "prove" he can drag the club out of their current slump. City head to Anfield on...

GFA confirms unpaid salaries for Otto Addo and Black Stars backroom staff

The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante-Twum, has revealed that Otto Addo and his Black Stars backroom staff are owed...

Van Nistelrooy named Leicester City manager

Leicester City have appointed former PSV Eindhoven boss Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager. The Dutchman replaces Steve Cooper, who was sacked last weekend after just...

Some GFA members wanted Otto Addo sacked after AFCON failure – Henry Asante-Twum

Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante-Twum, has disclosed that some members of the Executive Council have raised concerns about Otto...

GFA to hold further engagements with stakeholders to decide Otto Addo’s future

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced plans for further stakeholder engagements to determine the future of Black Stars head coach Otto Addo. This decision...

Black Stars: Otto Addo’s future is undecided – GFA

The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has indicated that Otto Addo’s position as head coach of the Black...

GFA releases statement after meeting with Otto Addo following Black Stars’ AFCON failure

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association met with the Head Coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. This...

Blame Otto Addo for Ghana’s failure to qualify for AFCON – George Alhassan

George Alhassan, a former member of Ghana's 1982 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winning squad, has laid the blame for the Black Stars' failure...

Sack John Paintsil from Black Stars technical team – Otto Addo told

Former Hearts of Oak attacker Charles Taylor has expressed concerns about the current structure of the Black Stars’ technical team, which is headed by...

George Boateng leaves Coventry City after Frank Lampard’s arrival

English Championship club Coventry City has announced the exit of assistant coach George Boateng. Boateng, who joined as first-team assistant coach ahead of the 2024/25...

Mohammed Kudus’ spectacular solo strike against Freiburg earns Puskás Award nomination

Mohammed Kudus's spectacular solo strike against SC Freiburg has earned him a nomination for the prestigious 2024 FIFA Puskás Award. The 24-year-old netted the goal...

The Best FIFA Men’s Player: 2024 nominees revealed

Manchester City's Rodri and Erling Haaland are the sole nominees from the Premier League in the best male player category at the 2024 Fifa...