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Nii Odartey Lamptey resigns as Eleven Wonders head coach after poor start

Former Ghana international Nii Odartey Lamptey has reportedly stepped down as head coach of Eleven Wonders following a poor start to the 2025/26 Ghana...

I am impressed with Mohammed Kudus’ performance – Didier Drogba

Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has heaped praise on Mohammed Kudus and two other standout performers in the English Premier League this season. The Ghanaian international,...

Black Queens has a good future – Kim Lars Bjorkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has expressed his delight with the team’s steady progress following their emphatic qualification for the 2026 Women’s...

It’s a dream to play for the national team – Black Queens defender Josephine Bonsu

Black Queens defender Josephine Bonsu has described representing Ghana’s senior women’s national team as a dream come true, following the team’s emphatic qualification for...

We will achieve something good soon – Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren says he is confident the team is on the right trajectory to achieve success in the near...

Chelsea hold off Wolves fightback in cup thriller

Chelsea survived a late scare in a Carabao Cup last-16 victory at Wolves, where a mutinous atmosphere against manager Vitor Pereira and the club's...

Late goals help Man City fight back to sink Swansea

Omar Marmoush and Rayan Cherki struck late goals as Manchester City came from behind to win at Swansea City and book a place in...

Arsenal young guns beat Brighton to reach quarter-final

Ethan Nwaneri and Bukayo Saka scored second-half goals as a youthful Arsenal side beat Brighton to reach the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup. Mikel Arteta...

Slot’s selection backfires as Palace beat Liverpool

Arne Slot's line-up gamble backfired as a much-changed Liverpool lost at home to Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup last 16 - the Reds'...

Holders Newcastle overcome Spurs to reach last eight

A pair of headers from Fabian Schar and Nick Woltemade sent holders Newcastle United into the Carabao Cup quarter-finals at the expense of Tottenham. Spurs...

I am not quitting Black Queens coaching job – Kim Lars Björkegren

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Björkegren has firmly dismissed reports linking him to a possible exit ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...

2026 WAFCON: I’m happy to have scored a hat-trick – Doris Boaduwaa

Black Queens forward Doris Boaduwaa has expressed her delight after scoring a sensational hat-trick in Ghana’s dominant victory over Egypt, securing the team’s place...

Nigeria lead the pack as 12 teams clinch places at 2026 WAFCON

Twelve nations have booked their places at the TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2026, after two qualifying rounds. Hosts Morocco, runners-up at...

Gilgeous-Alexander shines as Thunder win again

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points to help defending NBA champions the Oklahoma City Thunder maintain their perfect start to the season. The Thunder have won...

Vinicius Jr apologises to Real Madrid fans

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr has apologised to supporters for his reaction to being substituted in Sunday's fiery El Clasico win against Barcelona. Vinicius was...

CAF confirms venues and fixtures for Africa’s World Cup Inter-Continental Play-Off in Morocco

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and host Morocco have confirmed the match venues for the African qualifiers of the FIFA World Cup 2026...

Zambia part ways with head coach Avram Grant after two tumultuous years

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has officially confirmed the mutual termination of its contract with national team head coach Avram Grant, ending the...

Sports Minister confirms payment of Black Queens’ outstanding bonuses

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that all outstanding bonuses owed to the Black Queens have been settled. Prior to their second-leg clash...

Dominant Black Queens beat Egypt 7-0 aggregate to qualify for 2026 WAFCON

The Black Queens of Ghana have sealed qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a dominant 7–0 aggregate victory in...

Delap returns as Chelsea aim to solve striker issues

Striker Liam Delap is returning from a hamstring injury at a time of need for Chelsea. The Blues lost 2-1 to surprise package Sunderland at Stamford Bridge...

Ifab discusses countdown on throw-ins & goal-kicks

The International Football Association Board - football's lawmakers - has discussed placing a countdown on throw-ins and goal-kicks to stop timewasting. At a meeting of...

Napoli edge out Lecce to move three points clear

Napoli moved three points clear at the top of Serie A with a narrow victory at Lecce. David Neres' free-kick into the box was headed...

Nations FC confirm Frimpong Manso as new head coach after Kasim Mingle’s sack

Ghana Premier League side Nations FC has officially announced the appointment of Frimpong Manso as the club’s new head coach, following the exit of...

It was difficult to accept Black Stars’ AFCON qualification failure – Randy Abbey

Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Dr Randy Abbey, has described Ghana’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)...

Mohammed Kudus is a brilliant player – Everton boss David Moyes

Everton manager David Moyes has lauded Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus for his outstanding start to life at Tottenham Hotspur. Kudus joined Spurs from West Ham...

More than 150 referees investigated in Turkish betting scandal

More than 150 referees in Turkey are under investigation for allegedly betting on games, the Turkish Football Federation said. The probe comes after 371 of...

Armwrestling: GAF storms Nsawam Prisons with Prison Battle championship

The Ghana Armwrestling Federation (GAF) brought excitement and energy to the Nsawam Medium Security Prisons with the much-anticipated Prison Battle contest, blending sportsmanship and...

Ghana’s absence at 2025 AFCON disappointing – Okaikwei Central MP

Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has expressed deep disappointment over Ghana’s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of...

Hearts of Oak players disappointed after drawing with GoldStars – Kwame Opare Addo

Communications Director of Hearts of Oak, Kwame Opare Addo, has revealed that the playing body was left disappointed after their 2-2 draw with Bibiani...

2026 WAFCONQ: Andre Ayew urges Black Queens to uphold national pride amid bonus dispute

Former Black Stars captain Andre Ayew has called on the Black Queens to stay focused on their mission and uphold their legacy despite the...

Second phase of ticket sales for FIFA World Cup 26 now open

The second phase of ticket sales for the FIFA World Cup 26™ – the Early Ticket Draw – kicks off today with its entry...

Revealed: Bournemouth rejected multiple offers for Antoine Semenyo during summer transfer

AFC Bournemouth reportedly rejected £50 million offers from both Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur for Antoine Semenyo at the start of the summer transfer...

I cannot decide Otto Addo’s future – Sports Minister Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, says the decision to retain Otto Addo as head coach of the Black Stars does not...

2026 WAFCONQ: Black Queens to return to training ahead of Egypt game after meeting GFA President

The Black Queens are expected to resume training later on Monday as they prepare for the second leg of their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup...

I have a problem with payment structure of bonuses for national teams – Kofi Adams

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed his concern over the existing system for paying winning bonuses to national teams and...

2026 WAFCONQ: Sports Minister denies telling Black Queens players to boycott Egypt game over unpaid bonuses

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has refuted reports claiming he told the Black Queens to boycott their upcoming 2026 Women’s Africa...

Black Queens’ bonuses will be paid – Sports Minister Kofi Adams assures

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, has given his assurance that the outstanding bonuses owed to the Black Queens will be settled...

Juventus sack manager Tudor after seven months

Juventus have sacked manager Igor Tudor following the side's defeat by Lazio. The Croatian joined the Italian club in March as Thiago Motta's replacement. But the...

Lampard hails Thomas-Asante’s work ethic after Coventry’s win over Watford

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard has lavished praise on Black Stars forward Brandon Thomas-Asante after the striker continued his fine form with another goal...

Hearts of Oak should have won against GoldStars – Didi Dramani

Hearts of Oak head coach Didi Dramani believes his side deserved to claim all three points after being held to a 2-2 draw by...