Communications Director of Hearts of Oak, Opare Addo wants his outfit to be consistent in terms of performance and result ahead of the Ghana Premier League resumption.Earlier this week, the Ghana Football Association announced the Premier League will resume on March 7, 2025.The resumption of the Ghanaian top-flight is subject to the safety and security assurance inspection of all venues currently being undertaken by the Ghana FA and the Ministry for Sports and Recreation.Having

Former Black Stars defender Illiasu Shilla has urged Ghana head coach Otto Addo to exercise caution amid reports of a possible captaincy change.According to Shilla, the transition of the captain's armband from Thomas Partey to Jordan Ayew could create division within the team.Shilla expressed concerns that both Ayew and Partey have their own close-knit groups within the squad, and the change in captaincy could lead to a rift."For the old players, our fear and our worry

Former Hearts of Oak board member Barimah Atuahene has dismissed claims that Ghana footballâ??s decline began under the tenure of Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku.According to him, the challenges facing the countryâ??s football landscape predate Okrakuâ??s administration.In recent years, Ghanaâ??s football fortunes have dwindled, with the Black Stars failing to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and suffering a disappointing group-stage

Dreams FC coach Abdul Karim Zito is advocating for a selected venues to honour Ghana Premier League matches as a temporal measure to curb hooliganism.His comment comes on the back of recent violent incident in Nsoatre, where a devoted Asante Kotoko fans (Nana Pooley) tragically lost his life, leading to the suspension of the Ghana Premier League.On Wednesday morning, the Ghana Football Association announced the Premier League will resume on March 6, 2025.The resumption of the Ghanaian

Former Black Stars defender Illiasu Shilla has expressed concerns that a potential captaincy change in the national team could lead to division within the squad.Reports suggest that Jordan Ayew may replace Thomas Partey as captain ahead of the March World Cup qualifiers.Shilla noted that both Ayew and Partey have their own close-knit groups within the team, and the transition of the captain's armband could create tension."For the old players, our fear and our worry is

Ghana star Mohammed Kudus has dropped the iconic No.10 jersey for the Black Stars, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report.The 24-year-old wore the iconic shirt during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sudan and Niger last year.The top Ghana player has decided to drop the famous No.10 jersey ahead of the remaining qualifying matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.It's unclear whether this decision was motivated by personal reasons, a desire to reduce pressure

Ghanaâ??s U20 head coach, Desmond Ofei, has emphasized the importance of thorough preparation ahead of the 2025 Africa U20 Cup of Nations (AFCON).The Black Satellites have been drawn into Group A, where they will face hosts Cote dâ??Ivoire, Tanzania, DR Congo, and a yet-to-be-determined team from the UNIFFAC Zonal Union.Speaking on the upcoming challenge, Ofei acknowledged the tournament's competitive nature.â??It's going to be very, very difficult because you

President John Mahama has pledged to establish a School Sports Authority in a bid to revamp Ghana's grassroots sports development during his State of the Nation Address to Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025.School sports used to be the hub for unearthing talents like Michael Essien and other big stars who were discovered through programs like the Milo Games.Acknowledging the important role of youth sports in unearthing talents, Mahama emphasized the need to reposition

Ghana star Mohammed Kudus has been demoted to the fourth captain of the Black Stars, shifting him down in the team's leadership hierarchy. Kudus, 24, captained the Black Stars in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Sudan and Niger under controversial circumstances.The move to hand the captain's armband to the West Ham United star ahead of experienced and seasoned Jordan Ayew sparked widespread controversy in the country.The former Ajax midfielder,

Ghana's upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Madagascar has been relocated from Antananarivo to the northern Moroccan city of Al Hoceima.The Group I fixture, initially scheduled to take place in the Malagasy capital, has been moved to a neutral venue due to the unapproved status of Madagascar's national stadium.The game, set to be played on Monday, March 24, 2025, will now be held at the Grand Stade d'Al Hoceima in Morocco.This decision comes just

The President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has acknowledged the worrying decline of the country's once-dominant sporting prowess in recent years.Ghana, a nation once celebrated for its remarkable achievements in boxing, football, and athletics, has found itself at a critical juncture, struggling to maintain its competitive edge on the continental and global stages.Addressing the nation during the State of the Nation's Address in Parliament on Thursday, Mahama reflected

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring accountability in the management of Ghanaâ??s national football teams, signaling an end to secrecy surrounding expenditure.Speaking during Thursdayâ??s State of the Nation Address, Mahama made it clear that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) must be held accountable for its financial decisions ahead of the Black Stars' upcoming World Cup qualifiers."Next month, the senior national team, the

President H.E. John Dramani Mahama has once again reiterated his commitment to transparency in the financing of sports, particularly the budget of the Black Stars.During his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, Mahama appealed for the transparent declaration of all financial inputs in national teams because they are financed with taxpayers' money. He stated:"Next month, the senior national team, the Black Stars, now a shadow of their former selves, will be in action."I

West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus wants to be a true patriot for his native Ghana, rather than getting involved in discussions over Black Stars captaincy.The 24-year-old will no longer captain the team following controversies over Otto Addo's decision to hand him the armband during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sudan and Niger.The talented forward has emphasized his commitment to serving Ghana on the field without engaging in disputes over leadership roles

Black Stars forward Jordan Ayew is reportedly set to be named the new captain of Ghanaâ??s senior national team.According to Joy Sports, the Leicester City striker will assume the role ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar slated for next month.The leadership shake-up comes after Thomas Partey, who previously served as the first deputy under André Ayew, opted against retaining the position. As a result, Alexander Djiku has been appointed as

Ghana forward Emmanuel Gyasi climbed off the bench to help Empoli defeat Juventus on penalties and reach a historic semi-final in the Coppa Italia. Before the game on Wednesday night, Empoli's best performance in the competition was reaching the quarter-final.Gyasi, who started in the defeat to Atalanta on Sunday, was introduced in the game in the 73rd minute, replacing Jacopo Bacci.Italian-Moroccan forward Youssef Maleh opened the scoring for Empoli after 24 minutes but

The 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Ghana and Madagascar will be held in Morocco. The game which was originally scheduled to take place at Antananarivo on March 24, 2025, has now been moved to Al Hoceima, Morocco, due to the unapproved status of Madagascar's national stadium.This Matchday 6 fixture is set to kick off at 7:00 pm at the Grand Stade d'Al Hoceima. Ghana, currently second in Group I, will face Madagascar after hosting Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium.With

The Black Stars of Ghana will host Chad in Accra for the fifth round of games in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.FIFA has confirmed the Accra Sports Stadium as the venue for Ghana's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad. The match is scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2025, at 19:00 hours.The Black Stars currently second in Group I with 9 points, will face Chad in a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.With nine points from four matches, the Black Stars are level with Comoros,

Ghanaian forward Ibrahim Zubairu has reacted after scoring in the thrilling Belgrade derby between Partizan and Red Star at the Red Star Stadium. The former Ghana youth international opened the scoring after an electric start to the game, firing home after eight minutes.Zubairu lasted 52 minutes before he was replaced in the 52nd minute as the game ended 3-3.He posted after the game: "God's plan."Meanwhile, the game exploded to life after the break when Senegalese