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Maresca defends style after Chelsea draw with Wrexham

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said his side "are going to concede goals this season playing out from the back" after two defensive errors in...

Arsenal beat Bournemouth on penalties in Los Angeles

Arsenal opened their three-match tour of the United States by beating Bournemouth 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Los Angeles. Fabio Vieira gave...

‘Circus’ football opener ‘pathetic’ – Mascherano

Argentina coach Javier Mascherano has described the chaotic ending to his team's 2-1 loss to Morocco in the men's Olympic football tournament as a...

‘We knew if we handle the baton well the rest would be history’ – Joe Paul on Olympics qualification

A member of Ghana's 4x100m relay team, Joseph Paul Amoah, has recounted the team's mentality in securing their ticket to the 2024 Olympic Games. Ghana's...

Otto Addo is building a good Black Stars team – Agyemang-Badu

Former Black Stars midfielder, Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu is confident that Otto Addo is on the right track to building a strong team, following consecutive victories...

I cannot be blamed for Norway scandal – Sports Minister

Youth and Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has said he cannot be held accountable for the recent Norway scandal. A group of 11 alleged athletes travelled...

CAF WCL qualifiers: Hasaacas Ladies housed in Group B with Omnisports Etincelle & two others

Ghana's Women's Premier League champions, Hasaacas Ladies, have been placed in Group B for the upcoming CAF WAFU B Women's Champions League Qualifiers. In these...

I have acquired my passport – Patric Pfeiffer confirms readiness to play for Ghana

Augsburg center-back Patric Pfeiffer has officially changed his national allegiance from Germany to Ghana and is set to join the Black Stars squad. The 24-year-old's...

Relatives sent to Norway to bring body of late paralympic coach missing – NPC boss

The President of the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) has revealed that the relatives sent to retrieve the body of the coach of the "fake...

Independent body must probe Norway para-athletes scandal – Vanderpuye

Former Sports Minister, Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has called for an independent investigation into the Norway Para-Athletes scandal. He is not very comfortable about the...

Uefa sanctions seven nations for racist chants

European governing body Uefa has sanctioned seven of the 24 competing countries at Euro 2024 because of racist or discriminatory behaviour by their fans. The...

Malacia left out of Man Utd squad for USA tour

Dutch defender Tyrell Malacia has been left out of Manchester United's squad for their three-match tour of the United States as he continues to...

Morocco beat Argentina in game marred by crowd trouble

Crowd trouble forced the first football match of the Olympics to be suspended for nearly two hours amid chaotic and worrying scenes, with the...

Visa scandal: Norwegian Embassy wasn’t prudent, I can’t take responsibility – Sports Minister to critics

Sports Minister, Mustapha Yusif has criticised the Norwegian Embassy in Ghana for failing to ensure due diligence in the application process for some Ghanaians...

Sports Minister admits ‘financial challenges’ in completing Youth Resource Centres

Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif has admitted to facing “challenges with regards to payments” necessary for completing the Youth Resource Centres under construction. Out of the...

I can’t take responsibility for absconded ‘paralympics team’ – Sports Minister

The Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif maintains that, the alleged Paralympic team who have absconded in Norway were not representatives of Ghana. The...

Dreams FC signs Rocky Dwamena after Kotoko exit

Ghana Premier League side Dreams FC has announced the signing of midfielder Rocky Dwamena ahead of the upcoming season. Dwamena has signed a three-year contract,...

2024/25 GHPL: Ghana FA announces dates and schedule

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the schedule for the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season. The opening fixtures are slated to occur from Friday,...

Paris Olympics: It means a lot to me – Benjamin Azamati on representing Ghana

Ghana sprinter, Benjamin Azamati has expressed his deep pride in representing Ghana as he gears up for his second Olympics. Azamati is a member of...

Morata and Rodri charged for ‘Gibraltar is Spanish’ chant

Uefa has opened "disciplinary proceedings" against Spain captain Alvaro Morata and team-mate Rodri after they chanted "Gibraltar is Spanish" during their Euro 2024 victory...

Murray to retire after Paris Olympics

Andy Murray has confirmed he will retire from tennis after the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 37-year-old is planning to play in the singles and doubles...

The basketball team forging a ‘new story’ for South Sudan

Having fought through one of the longest civil wars on record, South Sudan's early history was defined by conflict. But now the youngest nation...

Ederson’s Man City future uncertain – Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he cannot be sure Ederson will remain at the club this summer. The Brazilian goalkeeper has been the subject...

‘No problems’ when Fernandez joins Chelsea tour

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca does not think there will be "any problems at all" when midfielder Enzo Fernandez joins up with his squad on...

Man City owners announce new TV deal

Manchester City's owners have signed up to create a host of new football-themed television shows. City Football Group (CFG) - the parent company of the...

How retired Australian striker earned Olympic comeback

Five years ago, Australian striker Michelle Heyman retired from international football with a little more than a whimper. But on Thursday, the 36-year-old will walk...

Villa winger Diaby close to £50.4m Saudi switch

Aston Villa winger Moussa Diaby is poised to complete a move to Al-Ittihad for around 60m euros (£50.4m). The 25-year-old has travelled to Saudi Arabia...

RTU fined GHC 100k, 12 officials to 1 year ban for player impersonation

Real Tamale United (RTU) has been hit with a GHC100,000 fine for fielding unregistered players in their 2023/24 Ghana Premier League match against Dreams...

Criticism after 2010 World Cup penalty miss took a toll on me – Asamoah Gyan

Former Black Stars striker, Asamoah Gyan has revealed that the backlash after missing a penalty against Uruguay during the 2010 World Cup took a...

Nations FC signs Ivorian striker Bi Boris Djangone

Ghana Premier League side, Nations Football Club has announced the signing of Ivorian striker, Bi Boris Djangone to strengthen the squad of the team. The club...

Leagues to sue Fifa over ‘abuse of dominance’

The top European leagues, including the Premier League, and global players' union Fifpro will launch legal action against world governing body Fifa over its...

I want to leave Hearts of Oak – Kofi Agbesimah

Accra Hearts of Oak captain and defender, Kofi Agbesimah, has confirmed his decision to leave the club just after a season. The 27-year-old joined the...

U-20 WWC: We will do everything to qualify from group stage – Black Princesses coach Yusif Basigi

Black Princesses coach, Yussif Basigi, has expressed his commitment to ensuring the team progresses beyond the group stage in the upcoming U-20 Women's World...

U-20 WWC: We will need friendlies help our preparations – Black Princesses coach

Black Princesses coach, Yusif Basigi has stressed the need for more friendly matches to prepare his team for the 2024 FIFA U-20 Women's World...

First National Bank Accra Marathon set to return on October 12

The annual First National Bank Accra Marathon is back this year, taking place on October 12. This iconic race has become an integral part...

Ferdinand’s persuasive powers sealed Man Utd’s Yoro deal

Manchester United had a helping hand from legendary defender Rio Ferdinand in persuading highly rated Leny Yoro to join them. Centre-back Yoro was coveted by...

De Bruyne ‘isn’t leaving’ Man City – Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said influential midfielder Kevin de Bruyne will stay at the club. De Bruyne has been heavily linked with a...

Arsenal nearing deal for Italy defender Calafiori

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says the club are trying to strengthen "certain positions" as they close in on the signing of Italy defender Riccardo...

DStv takes you to the Soccer Champions Tour, 24-28 July 2024

The start of a new Premier League season is mere weeks away, and clubs are hard at work in preparation for the 2024-25 campaign....

Hearts of Oak’s challenges will be resolved before 2024/25 GHPL season start – Dr Nyaho Tamakloe

Board Member of Hearts of Oak, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has assured fans that the club's issues will be resolved before the start of the...