The General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Prosper Harrison Addo, Esq, has been appointed as a Member of the FIFA Legal Committee, marking a significant recognition of his legal expertise, leadership and contribution to football administration and governance.His appointment, which aligns with the relevant provisions of the FIFA Statutes and FIFA Governance Regulations, will see him serve a four-year term from 2025 to 2029.The FIFA Legal Committee is one of FIFAâ??s
Ghana coach Otto Addo has stated that the pressure surrounding his team's crucial World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic is normal and expected.The Black Stars need a positive result to move closer to 2026 World Cup qualification."The so-called pressure that we have right now is normal," Addo told reporters. "When we are first and there are just two matches to go, it's expected. The players are experienced enough. Surely, we have some young
Black Stars held their final training session on Tuesday evening at the Stade dâ??Honneur de Meknes ahead of Wednesdayâ??s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic.All 24 players took part in the session under the guidance of head coach Otto Addo and his technical team, as the group fine-tuned tactics and set-piece routines. The atmosphere in camp was lively and focused, with players showing sharpness and determination to secure Ghanaâ??s
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has warned his team against complacency ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifier against Central African Republic, describing overconfidence as a "big danger" that could jeopardise their qualification hopes.Ghana sits top of their qualifying group with 19 points and needs a victory to potentially secure their place in the 2026 World Cup. However, Addo emphasised that his players must not assume the game is already won."Everything is in
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has expressed his happiness at the successful return of Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Alidu Seidu from long-term injuries.Both players have regained their fitness after suffering anterior cruciate ligament injuries that kept them out of action for several months.Issahaku has returned to feature for Leicester City while Seidu is back playing for Stade Rennes. Their strong performances have earned them recalls to the national team for Ghana's crucial World
Former Ghana captain Stephen Appiah has expressed strong confidence in the Black Stars ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic (CAR) in Morocco on Wednesday.Appiah, who famously led Ghana to their maiden World Cup appearance in 2006, shared his optimism after observing the teamâ??s training sessions, drawing parallels with some of the countryâ??s most memorable qualifiers."As I watch the guys train, it reminds me of some
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku visited the Black Stars in Meknes on Tuesday to offer his support and encouragement ahead of Wednesdayâ??s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Central African Republic (CAR).Okraku, who travelled directly to Morocco after attending the 47th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in Kinshasa, was accompanied by GFA Vice President Mark Addo and Chief of Staff Michael Osekre.The GFA boss interacted with the
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has urged his players to stay focused ahead of their penultimate 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Central African Republic in midweek.The Black Stars currently top Group I with 19 points heading into the two final matches of the qualifiers against Central African Republic and Comoros.Speaking in his pre-match press conference ahead of the Central African Republic match, Otto Addo cautioned his players against complacency, arguing that it could harm
CAF 2nd Vice President and President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has been appointed as the Chairman of FIFAâ??s Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee, marking a significant milestone for Ghana and African football.The appointment, confirmed by FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafström, underlines Okrakuâ??s growing influence on the global football stage and his continued commitment to promoting inclusivity and equality within the
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo has stated that he is hoping for the speedy recovery of his injured players, as having a full squad to choose from is the kind of "problem" he wants ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.With Ghana on the brink of qualification, Addo faces the upcoming crucial matches against Central African Republic and Comoros without several key players. However, he remains optimistic about their eventual return."I am really sorry for Inaki [Williams];
Ghana head coach Otto Addo has indicated that his team is heading into the clash against Central African Republic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers with a positive feeling. According to him, securing a win against Mali in the last outing has given his side a lot of confidence.He wants the Black Stars to remain focused and give their best to earn another victory against Central African Republic in the next match.â??Everything is in our hands, but I hope that we learnt the
Asante Kotoko midfielder Lord Hilary Adabo has assured supporters of victory against Bibiani Gold Stars in the Ghana Premier League on Wednesday, October 8. Speaking in a pre-match interview, the youngster urged supporters to troop to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium to cheer on the team to victory.â??We are reorganising ourselves very well after the draw against Heart of Lions and will make sure we win the game on Wednesday.â??We canâ??t draw and not win the next game. We
The assistant coach of Bibiani Gold Stars, Nana Yaw Amankwah, has indicated that his teamâ??s confidence is high ahead of their clash against Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League in midweek.The defending league champions will go into the outstanding Week 2 encounter on the back of a narrow 1-0 victory against Swedru All Blacks on Sunday.According to coach Nana Yaw Amankwah, the triumph has boosted his teamâ??s morale ahead of the clash against Asante Kotoko.â??The
Asante Kotoko coach Abdul Karim Zito has expressed strong confidence in his team's ability to bounce back immediately after dropping points in their previous Ghana Premier League outing.The Porcupine Warriors face defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars at the Baba Yara Stadium on Wednesday evening, with Zito emphasising there's no room for excuses following their goalless draw against Heart of Lions."This is Asante Kotoko drawing [against Heart of Lions], so Wednesday,
Ghanaian defender Emmanuel Lomotey scored the decisive goal as Ethnikos Achnas secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Krasava Ypsonas FC in the Cyprus League.Lomotey, who started and played the full match, broke the deadlock in the 77th minute with a well-timed strike that sent the home fans into celebration. His goal proved to be the difference in a tightly contested Round 6 clash at the Dasaki Stadium.The first half saw few chances from either side, with both teams struggling
Prosper Kassim scored a brilliant opener as Union Omaha defeated FC Naples 2-1 in their USL League One clash at Werner Park on Sunday night.The Ghanaian attacker struck in the 57th minute with a precise left-footed finish into the top corner after connecting neatly with teammate Stéfano. The goal lifted the energy in the stadium, as fans roared in delight at Kassimâ??s confident display.Union Omaha doubled their lead seven minutes later when Stéfano Pinho fired home a spectacular
Black Stars coach Otto Addo has expressed his delight at the successful return of Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and Alidu Seidu from long-term injuries, welcoming both players back into the national team ahead of Ghana's crucial World Cup qualifiers.The two players had been sidelined for several months with anterior cruciate ligament injuries but have now regained fitness and form with their respective clubs. Issahaku has been featuring for Leicester City, while Seidu has returned
Asante Kotoko midfielder Hubert Gyau and Hearts of Oak defender Kelvin Osei Asibey are among the players named in the Team of the Week (ToTW) for Week 4 in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. Gyau featured for the Porcupine Warriors on Sunday when the team drew goalless with Heart of Lions at the Accra Sports Stadium.In the tough game that ensued between the two teams, the youngster impressed with his performance and has now been included in the Team of the Week put together
Ghanaian defender Oscar Naasei Oppong scored a stunning goal as Granada secured a commanding 5â??2 victory over Real Sociedad B in La Liga 2 on Saturday night at the Estadio Nuevo Los Cármenes.Oppong, who played the full game, struck in the 30th minute with a brilliant right-footed shot from outside the box that nestled into the bottom right corner. His goal capped off a dominant first-half display from Granada, who were already four goals ahead through Souleymane Fayeâ??s
Ghana Football Association Communications Director Henry Asante Twum has revealed that Black Stars coach Otto Addo used the teamâ??s meeting to revisit lessons from the Chad game.According to Asante Twum, the coach wanted the players to remember how overconfidence cost them in the previous match, ensuring the same mistake isnâ??t repeated in their next encounter against the Central African Republic."They all know that the game is on the heart of everyone so they are looking
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