Black Starlets head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum is leveraging a modern, two-tiered preparation strategy ahead of Ghanaâ??s WAFU Zone B U17 Championship opener, blending on-field training with video analysis to ensure his team is tactically and mentally ready for the challenge.After a focused on-field session in Yamoussoukro where players worked on defensive compactness, tracking opponentsâ?? runs, and expansive possession play, Ogum revealed the next phase of preparation:

Belgian forward of Ghanaian descent, Jeremy Doku, found the back of the net on Thursday night, helping Manchester City to secure a 2-0 victory against SSC Napoli in the UEFA Champions League.The pacey and tricky winger started the encounter for his side at Etihad and put up a performance worthy of the Man of the Match award.In the highly anticipated contest, Napoli were confident about a victory but found themselves in trouble after 21 minutes into the first half when Giovanni Di

For Black Starlets head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, success at the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship began not with a dazzling training session, but with a simple, strategic decision: arrive early.While tactics and talent often dominate headlines, Ogumâ??s focus on acclimatization may prove to be his most astute pre-tournament move.Speaking to GFA Communications in Yamoussoukro, Ogum highlighted the value of this approach: â??Yeah, itâ??s been good. Itâ??s been better

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has donated to the final funeral rites of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, on Thursday. At the solemn event in Kumasi, Okraku presented GHâ?µ50,000, bottles of schnapps, and assorted drinks to support the ceremony, which has drawn dignitaries, traditional leaders, and well-wishers from across the country. His contribution underscores the GFAâ??s respect for the Ashanti Kingdom and

Black Starlets head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has detailed Ghana's tactical approach for their WAFU Zone B U17 Championship opener against Togo, emphasising defensive discipline and strategic possession play in their final preparations in Yamoussoukro.Speaking to GFA Communications, Ogum outlined the core principles his team has been refining: "We went back to some of the tactical things we've been doing in terms of how we stay compact if we don't have the

Black Starlets head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum is implementing a meticulously structured preparation strategy for Ghana's WAFU Zone B U17 Championship campaign, emphasising refinement over innovation as their tournament opener against Togo approaches.Speaking to GFA Communications, Ogum revealed his philosophy of avoiding new tactical introductions during the final phase of preparation: "This is not the time to introduce new variables into the training session. This

While the primary goal for Ghanaâ??s Black Starlets at the WAFU Zone B U17 Championship is to secure qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the tournament offers something far more valuable: the ideal competitive environment to test and develop Ghanaâ??s next football generation.The structure of the competitionâ??featuring regional rivals like hosts Ivory Coast, Togo, and Niger in Group Aâ??provides a unique blend of stylistic challenges that mirror what players

Eintracht Frankfurt delivered a powerful performance in front of their fans, sweeping aside Galatasaray 5-1 in the Champions League.German-Ghanaian forward Ansgar Knauff capped the night with a composed strike, showing sharp instincts when it mattered most.The visitors struck first through Yunus Akgün, who finished coolly after a neat pass from Leroy Sané. But Galatasarayâ??s early joy soon faded as sloppy mistakes undid their promising start. Davinson Sánchez turned

Asante Kotoko head coach Abdul Karim Zito is preparing his side to score a lot of goals against Kwara United in their CAF Confederation Cup clash this weekend. Speaking in a pre-match interview, the experienced tactician stressed that it is important to win big to make the reverse fixture in Nigeria easier for his team.He further assured fans that the Porcupine Warriors are taking the upcoming encounter very seriously and will fight for victory at all costs.â??We are working

Former Ghana U17 coach Frimpong Manso says he is convinced the Black Starlets have what it takes to qualify for the next Africa U17 Cup of Nations as they prepare for the 2025 WAFU B U17 Cup of Nations in Côte dâ??Ivoire.Manso, who came close to leading the side to the regional event before club commitments intervened, believes the squadâ??s quality and mindset give them a real chance of advancing.â??Iâ??m very sure, Iâ??m very confident that they can get to the

The head coach of Asante Kotoko, Abdul Karim Zito, has rallied his players to be clinical in front of goal in their upcoming encounter against Kwara United in the CAF Confederation Cup.The Ghanaian giants will host the team from Nigeria this weekend in the first leg of their tie in the preliminary stage of the continental inter-club competition.Speaking in his pre-match interview, Karim Zito admitted that his sideâ??s profligacy in front of goal was a major issue.He added that

Asante Kotoko welfare officer and former skipper Amos Frimpong has called on the players to meet Sundayâ??s CAF Confederation Cup clash against Kwara United with calm courage and belief.Kotoko begin their campaign at the Accra Sports Stadium, and Frimpong knows the weight of expectation that comes with such a stage. He reminded the team that pressure is a natural part of football and should not hold them back."The advice I will give you concerning Sunday in the Confederation

Ghana winger Osman Bukari has shared his excitement after leading Austin FC to the final of the US Open Cup. The Black Stars forward scored the opener with a sensational nutmeg as the Texas-based club travelled to beat Minnesota 2-1 to book their place in the final.Austin FC will face Nashville in the final on October 1, with the Ghanaian close to his first trophy with the Verdes."Finals bound, kudos to the boys for this one. Now onto the next Alhamdullilah for everything!"

Ghana's U17 national team, the Black Starlets, are on a determined mission to reclaim the nation's former stature in youth football as they prepare for their WAFU Zone B Championship opener against Togo this Saturday in Yamoussoukro.Under the guidance of head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, the team is looking to reconnect with Ghana's rich legacy that produced two FIFA U17 World Cup titles and numerous African championships.The Black Starlets' intensive training

Midfielder Priscilla Okyere has rejoined Ampem Darkoa Ladies in the Ghana Women's League after seven years abroad. The 30-year-old returns to her former club after signing a deal for the 2025/26 Women's League campaign."Feels great to secure the signature of our former captain Priscilla Okyere for the 2025/26 Women's Premier League - Northern Zone season," posted the club on social media.Okyere arrives with huge experience playing in Europe, having represented

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has urged the Black Princesses to live up to their reputation as the countryâ??s most consistent national team when they face Tunisia in the first leg of the FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup qualifiers.Okraku visited the Princessesâ?? training camp in Accra on Wednesday to motivate the players ahead of Saturdayâ??s crucial tie at the Tayeb Mhiri Stadium in Sfax.He emphasised the teamâ??s history of success and consistency

The head coach of Asante Kotoko, Abdul Karim Zito, has admitted that the absence of striker Kwame Poku is a major blow for his side ahead of their tie against Kwara United in the CAF Confederation Cup. Poku, who is currently injured, is set to miss the two meetings between the Ghanaian giants and the Nigerian outfit in a showdown in the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary stage.Speaking in a pre-match interview ahead of the first leg, Coach Karim Zito noted that the injury to Kwame

Ghana U20 forward Prince Manu Balladom has completed his move to Turkish club Goztepe Spor Kulubu. The 18-year-old signed a deal to join the U19 side of the club for the 2025/26 season.Balladom makes the move from Ghanaian outfit Benab FC, where he has been a key figure in recent times."Our striker, Prince Balladom, has today completed a transfer to Turkish Super Lig side Göztepe SK. Everyone at Benab FC is deeply grateful for his remarkable contribution to the club over

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has hailed the Black Princesses as the countryâ??s most consistent national team ahead of their FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup qualifier against Tunisia.Okraku made the remarks during a visit to the teamâ??s camp in Accra, where he sought to inspire the players before Saturdayâ??s first-leg tie at the Tayeb Mhiri Stadium in Sfax.He highlighted the sideâ??s unmatched record on the global stage and their dominance

Ghanaâ??s Black Starlets have arrived in Yamoussoukro with a full complement of players, all fully fit and available for selection ahead of their tournament opener against Togo on Saturday.Head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum confirmed the encouraging news following the teamâ??s final training session, revealing that his entire squad has reported no injury concerns ahead of the crucial regional competition. This rare advantage provides the technical team with maximum flexibility