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Desmond Ofei appointed as Black Stars assistant coach

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially appointed Desmond Ofei as the new assistant coach of the Black Stars, replacing Joseph Laumann, who has...

Lewis-Skelly ban overturned after Arsenal appeal

Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly's three-match ban - imposed for a red card at Wolves on Saturday - has been overturned. The Gunners appealed against the...

Winfried Schafer named as Black Stars Technical Advisor

Seasoned and vastly experienced German manager, Winfried Anton Schafer, has been appointed as Technical Advisor of the Black Stars of Ghana and Director of...

GFA confirms Kris Perquy as new Black Stars psychologist

As part of moves to strengthen the Technical team of the senior male national football team, the Black Stars, the GFA has engaged Belgian...

Gregory De Grauwe confirmed as new Black Stars Video Analyst

Following the identification of the need to enhance the Video Analysis Unit of the senior male national football team, the Black Stars, the Football...

We will use our qualities to change the fortunes of Black Stars – Randy Abbey

The chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Dr. Randy Abbey, has expressed confidence that the team’s fortunes will improve, thanks to the collective...

Black Stars will need support to qualify for 2026 World Cup – Alhaji Raji

Veteran football administrator Alhaji Raji has urged fans to continue supporting the Black Stars, despite their failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup...

Alhaji Raji names Kwesi Nyantakyi as greatest GFA President

Former chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Alhaji Raji, has hailed Kwesi Nyantakyi as the greatest president in the history of the...

2025 AFCON: We will do well and make an impact – Sudan coach Kwesi Appiah

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to make a significant impact at the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of...

Michael Essien rejects claims about cultural issues affecting Black Stars’ foreign-born players

Former Ghanaian midfielder Michael Essien has dismissed claims that cultural differences hinder the performance of Black Stars players born abroad. Under the leadership of Ghana...

2025 AFCON: CAF and LOC announce host cities and venues

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) together with Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football and the Local Organizing Committee of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations,...

‘No way back’ for Rashford at Man Utd – Ferdinand

England forward Marcus Rashford has been warned there is "no way back for him" at Manchester United after his professionalism was questioned by manager...

Injury-hit Neymar has Al-Hilal contract terminated

Neymar has had his contract at Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal terminated by mutual consent. The 32-year-old Brazil international joined for 90m euros (£77.6m) in...

Referee Coote hid sexuality for fear of abuse

Former Premier League referee David Coote has said he hid his sexuality during his career, fearing the abuse he would receive for being gay. Coote,...

2025 AFCON final group confirmed [Full Draw]

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the final draw for the highly anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). On Monday night in...

I hope Ghana learns from AFCON qualification failure – Kwesi Appiah

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah expressed hope that Ghana will learn from its failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...

Black Stars cannot afford to miss out on 2026 World Cup – Agyemang-Badu

Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu, former Black Stars midfielder, has stressed that Ghana cannot afford to miss out on the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Mexico,...

Otto Addo is not good enough to coach Black Stars – Alhaji Raji

Former Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Alhaji Raji, has expressed doubts about Otto Addo's suitability as head coach of the Black...

Alhaji Raji defends Kurt Okraku’s leadership despite Black Stars’ struggles

Former Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Alhaji Raji, has expressed support for Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku, arguing that...

Inconsistencies are affecting Black Stars – Former GHALCA chairman Alhaji Raji

Former Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Alhaji Raji, has attributed the Black Stars' struggles and poor performances to inconsistent player call-ups...

Ghanaians must rise up to save fallen standards of our football – CK Akonnor

Former coach of the Black Stars, Charles Akonnor, has called on all stakeholders to unite and address the declining standards of football in Ghana. Football...

Ghana Premier League is a mess – Sulley Muntari

Former Black Stars midfielder Sulley Muntari has strongly criticized the Ghana Premier League, describing it as disorganized and lacking a future. Muntari, who briefly returned...

2025 AFCON: Teams to discover opponents today at final draw

The stage is set at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Morocco, where 24 African football nations will learn their group stage opponents...

Everything you need to know about final draw of 2025 AFCON

The much-anticipated Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 takes place today, Monday, 27 January 2025, at the...

Amorim says he’d rather pick 63-year-old coach over Rashford

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has suggested he'd rather give a place on the bench to his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach instead of Marcus Rashford...

2024/25 GHPL MD18 Wrap: Kotoko stun Karela United to return to top spot as Legon Cities shock GoldStars

Matchday 18 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League produced thrilling encounters across various venues, with some surprising results and standout performances. Saturday’s Action: Accra Lions secured...

Martinez’s deflected strike gives Man Utd win at Fulham

Lisandro Martinez struck a deflected winner as Manchester United handed Ruben Amorim an early birthday present with a resilient 1-0 victory at Fulham. The Argentine...

Leicester win at Spurs to heap pressure on Postecoglou

Tottenham Hotspur suffered a fourth consecutive Premier League defeat as Leicester City completed a stunning comeback to climb out of the relegation zone. The Foxes,...

CAF and LOC reveal new logo fo 2025 AFCON tournament

The countdown to Africa’s biggest event; the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, celebrated a milestone today with the unveiling of the official...

Sports is dead in Ghana – Felix Kwakye Ofosu

Minister of State-designate for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, believes that sports in Ghana is in a state of decline, particularly following the Black...

Meet Kofi Balmer: The Northern Irish football star named after former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan

Kofi Balmer, the Northern Irish centre-back for Scottish Premiership club Motherwell, has been making headlines, not just for his performances on the pitch but...

It is possible – Bibiani GoldStars coach Frimpong Manso on GPL title chances

Bibiani GoldStars head coach, Frimpong Manso, believes his team has a strong chance of securing the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League title. GoldStars wrapped up the...

2025 AFCON: Sudan Coach Kwesi Appiah says they are ready to face any side

Sudan’s head coach, Kwesi Appiah, has expressed confidence in his team’s readiness to face any opponent in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations...

Manchester City beat Chelsea to return to top four

Erling Haaland took advantage of a major blunder from Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez to score the decisive goal as Manchester City won to return...

I will put him ahead – Michael Essien reacts to comparison with Thomas Partey

Ghana football icon Michael Essien has surprisingly stated that, if given the choice, he would pick Thomas Partey over himself at their peak playing...

Lukaku hits winner as Napoli end Juve’s unbeaten run

Romelu Lukaku scored the winner from the penalty spot as Napoli ended Juventus' unbeaten start to the Serie A season. Juventus, unbeaten in their first...

Antony joins Real Betis on loan until end of season

Manchester United winger Antony has joined La Liga side Real Betis on loan until the end of the season. The 24-year-old Brazilian signed for United...

Antoine Semenyo scores in Bournemouth’s big win against Nottingham Forest

Bournemouth delivered an attacking masterclass to stretch their club record unbeaten Premier League run to 11 games and bring high-flying Nottingham Forest crashing down...

Arsenal beat Wolves despite Lewis-Skelly red card

Riccardo Calafiori fired 10-man Arsenal to a Premier League win at Wolves after Myles Lewis-Skelly's controversial red card. Referee Michael Oliver's first-half decision to send...

Gakpo scores twice as leaders Liverpool beat Ipswich

Cody Gakpo scored twice as Liverpool comfortably saw off struggling Ipswich to maintain their six-point advantage at the top of the Premier League. The Reds...