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Daniel Laryea dropped as FIFA names seven African referees for 2026 World Cup

Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has been left out of FIFA’s final list of match officials selected for the 2026 World Cup, dealing a significant...

Hohoe United charged over Ghana Premier League withdrawal

The Disciplinary Committee of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has formally charged Hohoe United FC following the club’s announcement of its withdrawal from the...

Mohammed Kudus could miss 2026 World Cup after injury setback

Ghana international Mohammed Kudus faces a race against time to be fit for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a fresh injury setback. The...

Caleb Yirenkyi has the qualities to become a top player — Michael Essien

Former Black Stars midfielder Michael Essien has backed rising Ghana international Caleb Yirenkyi, tipping the youngster to develop into a top-level player while drawing...

Black Stars could win 2026 World Cup – Sports Minister

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed strong confidence in Ghana’s prospects at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the Black Stars...

U-17 AFCON: Our target is to win the trophy – Black Starlets coach Prosper Narteh Ogum

Prosper Narteh Ogum, head coach of the Black Starlets, has declared that his team’s ambition is to win the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of...

U-17 AFCON: We are ready and confident – Black Starlets coach after draw

Prosper Narteh Ogum, head coach of the Black Starlets, has expressed confidence that his side is fully prepared ahead of the upcoming U-17 Africa...

New Black Stars coach to be named by Monday – Sports Minister confirms

The Kofi Adams, Minister of Sports and Recreation, has announced that Ghana is on the verge of appointing a new head coach for the...

2026 WC: We have what it takes to go very, very far – Kofi Adams

The Kofi Adams, Minister for Sports and Recreation, has expressed confidence in Ghana’s chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that the Black...

CAF President Motsepe to visit Morocco today

Patrice Motsepe, President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), is expected in Rabat today for an official visit focused on recent developments in...

CAF president Motsepe calls for unity after AFCON final fracas 

Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe would welcome an investigation into corruption at the organisation, saying they have nothing to hide following...

Why La Liga teams will play in retro shirts this weekend

Thirty-eight of the 42 teams in Spain's top two divisions will play in retro shirts this weekend to celebrate each club's cultural identity. The kits...

Leicester lose appeal against points deduction

Leicester City have lost their appeal against their six-point deduction for breaching English Football League financial rules. The sanction was imposed on the club in February by...

UCL: Atletico Madrid stun 10-man Barcelona at Nou Camp

Atletico Madrid took a huge step towards reaching the Champions League semi-finals as they claimed an impressive win at 10-man Barcelona. The visitors had not...

UCL: Toothless Liverpool’s hopes hang in balance after loss to PSG

Liverpool's Champions League hopes are hanging in the balance after a demoralising defeat by reigning European champions Paris St-Germain - their 16th loss of...

Jonathan Sowah denies bribery allegations

Ghanaian striker Jonathan Sowah has denied bribery allegations circulating in sections of the media, describing them as false, malicious, and damaging to his reputation. Sowah...

Fresh evidence could strengthen Morocco’s hand at CAS in AFCON title dispute with Senegal

Two newly surfaced details first revealed by African.football could significantly strengthen Morocco’s case when the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) examines Senegal’s appeal...

U-17 AFCON: Black Starlets drawn in Group D alongside Senegal, South Africa, and Algeria

The Black Starlets of Ghana have discovered their opponents for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) following the official draw at the...

Michael Essien urges Black Stars to stay focused ahead of 2026 World Cup

Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has called on the Black Stars to approach their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with focus and caution, urging...

Ghana’s failure to qualify for 2025 AFCON disappointing – Michael Essien

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has described the Black Stars’ failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as a major disappointment,...

Michael Essien backs Mohammed Kudus as Ghana’s key player ahead of 2026 World Cup

Former Michael Essien has urged Ghanaians to throw their full support behind Mohammed Kudus as the Black Stars prepare for the 2026 FIFA World...

Black Starlets set to learn 2026 U-17 AFCON group stage opponents

The Black Starlets are set to discover their group stage rivals for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) today. The draw will take...

2026 WC: GFA shortlist three coaches for vacant Black Stars coaching job – Reports

The Ghana Football Association is reportedly finalizing plans to appoint a new head coach for the Black Stars following the dismissal of Otto Addo,...

Andre Ayew must go to the World Cup if he is fit – NSA boss

The Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has expressed support for a potential return of Andre Ayew to Ghana’s squad...

Patrick Agyemang ruled out of World Cup due to injury

US striker Patrick Agyemang has suffered an Achilles tendon injury that will keep him out of the World Cup, his English club Derby County...

Premier League secures fifth Champions League spot

The Premier League will have at least five teams in the Champions League next season after securing a European Performance Spot for the second...

UCL: Havertz nets stoppage-time winner for Arsenal at Sporting

Kai Havertz scored a stoppage-time winner as Arsenal beat Sporting 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final in Lisbon. The second-half substitute...

UCL: Kane and Diaz give Bayern deserved edge against Real

Harry Kane marked his comeback from injury with a superb strike as Bayern Munich took the advantage in their Champions League quarter-final against Real...

We knew we would lose against Samartex – Kotoko coach Prince Yaw Owusu

Interim Asante Kotoko SC coach Prince Yaw Owusu has admitted that he saw the team’s 2-1 defeat to FC Samartex coming. The Porcupine Warriors fell...

Kick-off date for AFCON 2027 announced

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place from 19 June to 18 July in a historic co-hosting arrangement between Kenya, Uganda,...

GFA to decide on new Black Stars coach today – Reports

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is scheduled to meet on April 7, 2026, with the appointment of a new Black...

Players are aligned with decision to boycott remaining Premier League games – Hohoe United

The Administrative Manager of Hohoe United, Yussif Uthman, has stated that the players side with the club’s decision to boycott the remaining fixtures of the...

GFA yet to respond to Hohoe United’s decision to withdraw from Ghana Premier League

The Administrative Manager of Hohoe United Football Club, Yussif Alhassan Uthman, says the decision to boycott the league clash against Eleven Wonders is in...

Kotoko’s title chances crashed after a 2-1 loss to Samartex

Asante Kotoko saw their Ghana Premier League title hopes take a significant hit after slipping to a 2-1 defeat at home to FC Samartex...

Ex-Black Stars official rejects Kwesi Appiah as Otto Addo replacement

Former Black Stars Management Committee member Ernest Thompson has expressed strong opposition to the possible reappointment of Kwesi Appiah as head coach of Ghana’s...

My focus is on Gor Mahia – Akonnor rules out Black Stars return

Former Ghana head coach Charles Akonnor has ruled out a return to the Black Stars following the dismissal of Otto Addo. The Ghana Football Association...

Accra Sports Stadium has best pitch in Ghana – Didi Dramani

Hearts of Oak head coach Mas-Ud Didi Dramani has praised the Accra Sports Stadium, describing it as the finest football venue in Ghana following...

2025/26 MTN FA Cup: Semifinals to be staged at Swedru Stadium

The Swedru Stadium has been confirmed as the venue for the semifinal stage of the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup, with matches scheduled for April...

Afigya Kwabre North crowned champions of maiden MTN Ashantifest regional U-17 football competition

Afigya Kwabre North District has emerged as the champion in the first edition of the MTN Ashantifest regional U-17 football tournament. Kwabre North defied all...

Wales captain and ex-Arsenal star Ramsey retires

Wales captain and former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey has retired from professional football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old, who had been without a club since...