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Morocco defeat France on penalties to reach U-20 World Cup final

The Moroccan national under-20 team has etched its name in the history books, reaching the final of the FIFA U-20 World Cup for the...

2026 World Cup: I wish Herve Renard joins Otto Addo on Ghana’s bench – Kojo Addae Mensah

CEO of Databank and sports pundit, Kojo Addae Mensah, has suggested the inclusion of Saudi Arabia Coach, Herve Renard, in the Black Stars technical...

How are World Cup favourites shaping up – and who will win?

England have booked their place at the 2026 World Cup and so attention turns to how they might fare in North America next summer...

Maresca gets one-game ban for Liverpool celebrations

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has been given a one-match touchline ban after being sent off in the last-gasp win against Liverpool in the...

Why Man Utd’s next four games could shape their season

Ruben Amorim should be looking ahead to Manchester United's return to Premier League action this weekend with a renewed sense of optimism. Yet four huge...

Ghana, South Korea to renew rivlary in a friendly on November 18

Ghana will take on South Korea in a pre-World Cup friendly in November. Ghana will face South Korea on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in...

2026 WC: Inaki Williams must adapt well with Black Stars squad – Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has called on forward Inaki Williams to better adapt to the national team as Ghana prepares for next...

Addo: Black Stars selection will be based quality

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has reaffirmed that selection for the Black Stars will be guided solely by performance, not nationality or background. The Black...

Jordan Ayew is a great leader – Black Stars coach Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has praised team captain Jordan Ayew for his outstanding leadership and influence both on and off the pitch. The...

2026 WC: Don’t expect automatic call-up – Otto Addo tells foreign-born players who ignored Ghana

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has disclosed that several foreign-born players have turned down opportunities to represent Ghana since 2021, despite continuous efforts...

He’s really good – Otto Addo praises goalkeeper Benjamin Asare

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has lavished praise on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, describing the Hearts of Oak shot-stopper as an exceptional talent. Asare made...

Core of Black Stars players will make 2026 World Cup squad – Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has suggested that the core members of his current squad are likely to form the backbone of Ghana’s...

We can’t hold our father’s funeral because of extortion – Lukaku

Romelu Lukaku has claimed that he and his brother were 'extorted' by people refusing to hand over their father's body for his funeral in Belgium. What's...

How Desmond Ofei influenced Black Stars’ set-piece coach’s appointment

Black Stars set-piece coach and chief video analyst, Gregory De Grauwe, has credited assistant coach Desmond Ofei for playing a key role in his...

Otto Addo remains Black Stars coach but … – Sports Minister Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has revealed that several factors will be taken into account before any decision is made regarding...

I am not scared to lose my job – Black Stars coach Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo says he remains unfazed by speculations about his job security after guiding Ghana to the 2026 FIFA World...

Black Stars to face Japan and South Korea in Asia tour in November

The Black Stars of Ghana are set to embark on an Asian tour in November as part of their preparations for next year’s FIFA World Cup...

Benjamin Asare credits Manuel Neuer for influencing his career

Black Stars goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has revealed that Bayern Munich and Germany legend Manuel Neuer has been his biggest inspiration throughout his career. The Hearts...

CONFIRMED: All nine qualified African countries for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Africa’s lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been finalised following the completion of the CAF qualification campaign, with nine nations booking their...

All you need to know about 2026 World Cup

England sealed their place at the 2026 World Cup when Thomas Tuchel's side defeated Latvia to qualify with two games to spare. It means Three...

‘Biggest thing since independence’ – Cape Verde celebrates World Cup spot

It was only when Stopira's effort hit the net in the 91st minute that it finally felt real. In the crowd, an eruption of blue,...

Ronaldo sets scoring record as Portugal held to draw

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice and set a new goalscoring record but his Portugal side could only draw with Hungary to miss a chance to...

South Africa qualify for World Cup despite points deduction

South Africa overcame the embarrassment of a three-point deduction in their World Cup qualifying campaign to finish top of their group on Tuesday and...

Ghana is poised to win 2026 World Cup – Sports Minister Kofi Adams

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed confidence that Ghana is well-positioned to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Black Stars secured...

2026 WC: No quota system for local players – Sports Minister Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has called on home-based players to secure places in the Black Stars through performance rather than...

Otto Addo credits team unity for Black Stars’ World Cup qualification

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has attributed the team's successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to a calmer, more focused atmosphere...

Otto Addo was unhappy with ‘lucky coach’ remark – Sports Minister

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has disclosed that Black Stars head coach Otto Addo was displeased after being described as a “lucky”...

Moses Foh-Amoaning praises GFA boss Kurt Okraku after Black Stars’ World Cup qualification

Renowned legal practitioner Moses Foh-Amoaning has commended Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku for his steadfast support of Black Stars coach Otto Addo,...

It will be difficult to sack Otto Addo – Moses Foh-Amoaning 

A member of the 2014 Dzamefe Commission of Inquiry, Moses Foh-Amoaning, believes it will be difficult for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to dismiss...

2026 WC: Otto Addo must reserve slots for local players – MP

Member of Parliament for Berekum West, Dickson Kyere-Duah, has urged Black Stars head coach Otto Addo to reserve a quota of places for home-based...

RETRACTION AND APOLOGY

The Management of Asempa FM wish to retract and sincerely apologize for inaccurately quoting the Minister of Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, in...

Barcelona’s Lewandowski could miss El Clasico

Striker Robert Lewandowski has a hamstring injury and could miss Barcelona's game against Real Madrid later this month. The 37-year-old, who scored for Poland in...

It has been challenging working without a deputy – Sports Minister Kofi Adams

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has acknowledged that managing the ministry without a deputy has been a difficult task. Adams, who also...

Kofi Adams assures payment of outstanding bonuses to Black Starlets, Princesses, and Queens

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has assured that all outstanding per diems and winning bonuses owed to the Black Starlets, Black Princesses,...

Kofi Adams eulogizes Otto Addo after Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup qualification

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has heaped praise on Black Stars head coach Otto Addo following Ghana’s qualification for the 2026...

There are plans to have a management committee to oversee duties of all national teams – Sports Minister

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams, has revealed that government is considering the formation of a single Management Committee to oversee the...

Ex-referee David Coote admits child image offence

Former Premier League referee David Coote has pleaded guilty to making an indecent image of a child. The 43-year-old appeared at Nottingham Crown Court over...

2026 WC: We are committed to make Ghana proud – Jordan Ayew

Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has expressed his gratitude to fans and stakeholders after Ghana secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The four-time...

President Mahama urges Black Stars to make history at 2026 World Cup

President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Black Stars to aim for historic success after securing their place at the 2026 FIFA World...

Qualifying for two successive World Cups a big achievement – Ghana coach Otto Addo

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has celebrated the qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a 'big achievement'. Ghana secured their place at...