Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams says some members of the recently dissolved National Sports Authority (NSA) Governing Board could be reappointed when a new board is constituted.President John Dramani Mahama dissolved the board, chaired by Dr Fred Awaah, with immediate effect on 2 September 2026 as part of a wider decision affecting the governing boards of nine state institutions.The Presidency said the affected boards would be reconstituted in due course.However, Adams

Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz has urged his players to maintain "absolute focus" as Ghana begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.The four-time African champions face a difficult opening assignment against Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké on 24 September before hosting The Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium three days later.Queiroz made the call after naming his 24-man squad for the opening Group C fixtures, insisting Ghana must balance their immediate

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has unveiled the official logo of the new GFA U19 Premier League, marking another significant step in its ongoing efforts to strengthen youth football development and create a structured pathway for emerging players into elite competition.The inaugural pilot edition of the competition will take place in the Greater Accra Region and will bring together selected clubs from the Ghana Premier League and the UMB Division One League.The competition

Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to make Carlos Queiroz's contract public, arguing that the Black Stars coach cannot be fairly assessed without clarity on the terms of his appointment.The former Black Stars midfielder said both the GFA and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation should disclose the duration of Queiroz's deal and the objectives attached to his tenure."I don't know whether he has a

Chairman of Parliament's Youth and Sports Committee, Ernest Norgbey, says allegations surrounding an alleged National Sports Authority (NSA) visa scandal have not been formally brought before the committee.The claims relate to the NSA's alleged involvement in facilitating World Cup-related visas, including accusations that some individuals made payments for assistance with travel arrangements.Speaking to Asempa FM, Norgbey said the issues raised during parliamentary proceedings

Enzo Maresca has hailed the impact of Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo to Manchester City's perfect start to the new season. The Ghana international registered his first two goals of the season as Man City shook off Sunderland's scare to triumph 5-3 at the Etihad on Sunday afternoon.Before his brace against the Black Cats, Semenyo delivered important assists in victories over Crystal Palace and Coventry City.â??[He was] very important but itâ??s not just because

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has launched the official logo for its new GFA U19 Premier League, as it steps up efforts to develop youth football and provide young players with a route into elite competition.The inaugural pilot edition will be held in the Greater Accra Region and will feature clubs from the Ghana Premier League and the UMB Division One League.Matches will be played in a centralised Game Centre format, giving players regular access to high-level competitive

Ghanasoccernet.com brings you a comprehensive report on how Black Stars players invited by Carlos Queiroz performed for their respective clubs ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Côte dâ??Ivoire and The Gambia. Goalkeepers Benjamin Asare was in goal for Hearts of Oak against Bechem United, which ended in a draw in week three of the Ghana Premier LeagueLawrence Ati-Zigi was involved in St. Gallenâ??s 3-1 win over Basel in the Swiss Super League.Joseph

Semper Fi FC began their 2026/27 UMB Division One League campaign with a 2-1 away win over former Premier League side Okwawu United FC at Carl Reindorf Park on Sunday.The result gave last seasonâ??s runners-up an early boost, with Kofi Boakye Yiadom providing the decisive contribution. He scored twice before half-time to establish a commanding position for the visitors.Boakye Yiadom opened the scoring in the 12th minute, putting Semper Fi ahead early in the contest. He struck

Nations FC and Cape Coast Mysterious Dwarfs made winning starts to the 2026/27 UMB Division One League campaign with away victories, while newly promoted Fettehman United FC earned a point against former Premier League side Elmina Sharks.Nations FC secured a 1-0 win over newly promoted Ebiemo Nzema FC at the Ampain AAK II Sports Arena on Saturday.The decisive moment came in the 34th minute, when Daniel Lomotey put the visitors ahead. Ebiemo Nzema pressed for an equaliser, but Nations

Tamale City FC opened their 2026/27 UMB Division One League campaign with a 1-0 win over city rivals Northern City FC at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Saturday.The match remained goalless until the 73rd minute, when substitute Richard Barko gave Tamale City the lead from the penalty spot.Northern City pressed for an equaliser, but Tamale City defended their advantage to claim all three points in the local derby.Former Premier League side Real Tamale United FC started their campaign

Hearts of Oak were held to a goalless draw by Bechem United on Sunday as Matchday Three brought an end to their winning run, while Asante Kotoko preserved their unbeaten start with a 1-1 draw at FC Samartex 1996.Debibi United and Port City FC recorded their first-ever top-flight victories, while Bibiani Gold Stars completed the weekendâ??s biggest comeback by beating 10-man Dreams FC 3-2. Aduana FC and Basake Holy Stars also secured important wins.Hearts of Oak 0-0 Bechem UnitedHearts

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo has urged his Manchester City teammates to avoid complacency after their impressive 5-3 victory over Sunderland, insisting the club are building a strong culture under manager Enzo Maresca.Semenyo made a major impact in Manchester Cityâ??s 5-3 victory over Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, scoring twice and providing an assist in an entertaining Premier League encounter.The 26-year-old forward played a key role in Cityâ??s attacking

Port City FC made history on Sunday, securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Berekum Chelsea at the Nana Boamah Darko II Park in Kukurantumi, as Francis Gyetuahâ??s brace earned the newcomers a memorable three points.The newly promoted side made a bright start and took the lead as early as the seventh minute, with Francis Gyetuah finishing clinically to put Port City in front and give the home supporters an early reason to celebrate.Berekum

Port City FC made history on Sunday, securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Berekum Chelsea at the Nana Boamah Darko II Park in Kukurantumi, as Francis Gyetuahâ??s brace earned the newcomers a memorable three points.The newly promoted side made a bright start and took the lead as early as the seventh minute, with Francis Gyetuah finishing clinically to put Port City in front and give the home supporters an early reason to celebrate.Berekum

Port City FC made history on Sunday, securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Berekum Chelsea at the Nana Boamah Darko II Park in Kukurantumi, as Francis Gyetuahâ??s brace earned the newcomers a memorable three points.The newly promoted side made a bright start and took the lead as early as the seventh minute, with Francis Gyetuah finishing clinically to put Port City in front and give the home supporters an early reason to celebrate.Berekum

Debibi United cruised to their first-ever Ghana Premier League win with a 3-0 thrashing of Young Apostles at the Debibi Presby Park on Sunday.Kwadwo Obeng Jnr put the hosts ahead after just four minutes before doubling their advantage in the 34th minute. The Oziii Ozaaa boys added a third before the break to take firm control of the derby.Heavy rains delayed the restart, but Young Apostles struggled to mount a comeback. Samuel Prempeh came close twice, with one effort going narrowly

Ghanaian forward Daniel Adu-Adjei continued his impressive start to the Croatian league campaign by scoring once and providing two assists as HNK Rijeka secured a convincing victory over Hajduk Split on Sunday afternoon.The English-born Ghanaian attacker was involved in all three of Rijeka's goals, delivering another influential performance to underline his growing importance to the Croatian side.Adu-Adjei registered his first assist in the 32nd minute when he set up Portuguese

Bibiani Gold Stars came from behind twice to beat ten-man Dreams FC in a five-goal thriller at the Tuba Astro Turf on Sunday.The hosts made a perfect start when Razak Salifu opened the scoring after just five minutes, but their task became more difficult when midfielder Chris Yaovi Guede was sent off in the 40th minute.Gold Stars capitalised on their numerical advantage after the break, with Michael Nkoah restoring parity in the 69th minute.Dreams FC responded almost immediately,

Asante Kotoko remain unbeaten in the Ghana Premier League after battling to a 1-1 draw against FC Samartex at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on Sunday.Goalkeeper Ibrahim Danlad played a key role in securing the point for the Porcupine Warriors after producing a crucial penalty save in the 66th minute.Danlad kept out Samartex's spot-kick to preserve Kotoko's hopes of taking something from the game before the visitors took the lead nine minutes later.Former Samartex striker