New Medeama head coach Ibrahim Tanko has outlined the principles he hopes to instil in his players, emphasising unity, discipline, and hard work.Tanko, a former Ghana international, was appointed to replace Nebojsa Kapor after spending three years with Accra Lions.Addressing the media for the first time since taking charge, he clarified that his departure from Lions was amicable and stressed the importance of discipline in achieving success.â??You need discipline in the group

The Ghana Football Association has named match officials for the Access Bank Division One League Matchday 15. A total of 24 matches will take place across the three zones starting Friday January 31, 2024.The Referees Appointment Committee has made appointments for Matchday 15 of the Access Bank Division One League.Below are the Match Officials for Access Bank Division One Match Day 15No.REFEREES, VENUES & OTHER OFFICIALS                               

New Medeama head coach Ibrahim Tanko has explained his decision to leave Accra Lions for the Tarkwa-based club, stating it was simply time for a new challenge.Speaking in his first interview after signing a two-and-a-half-year deal to replace Nebojsa Kapor, Tanko said:â??After three years, I just decided maybe I want to do something else, so thatâ??s the reason. I am still fine with the (Lions) team owners. There is no misunderstanding, I just decided to do something different,

Minister for Sports and Recreation Designate, Kofi Adams, has announced plans to introduce stipends for local players in the Ghana Premier LeagueThis is to prevent them from leaving the country in search of better financial opportunities."We have talked about things that confront our Premier League. We will modernise the Winneba Sports College so that coaches will be trained there to help the league technically," Adams said.Adams acknowledged that many of Ghana's

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has hailed West Ham United's Mohammed Kudus as one of the most skillful players in the Premier League, ranking the Ghanaian international third on his list.Palmer, who has been in top form since his move from Manchester City, included Kudus alongside Crystal Palaceâ??s Eberechi Eze and Manchester Cityâ??s Phil Foden as the leagueâ??s most technically gifted players.Last season, Kudus dominated Europe as the player with the most dribbles

Steven Gerrard has described his time as Al-Ettifaq manager as a positive experience after mutually agreeing to part ways with the Saudi Pro League club.The 44-year-old former Liverpool and England midfielder leaves with the team sitting 12th in the 18-team league, having suffered eight defeats in 17 matches.â??I want to express my gratitude to the club, the players, the fans, and everyone involved for the opportunity and the support during my time here,â? Gerrard said.â??From

The Match Officials for the Premier League match Day 19 has been announced by the Ghana Football Association.Ghana's top referee Daniel Laryea has been named centre referee for the titanic match against in-form Heart of Lions on Friday January 31, 2025.  He will be assisted by Kwesi Brobbey and Roland Addy.Former FIFA referee George Mawuli Vormawor will take centre stage of Nsoatreman FC's home cracker against Asante Kotoko on Sunday. He will be assisted on the lines

Chelsea forward Cole Palmer has heaped praise on West Ham United forward Mohammed Kudus, describing him as one of the most skilful players in the Premier League.The England international, who has been a standout performer for Chelsea since his move from Manchester City, included Kudus in his top three most skilful players in the league, alongside Crystal Palaceâ??s Eberechi Eze and Manchester Cityâ??s Phil Foden.Speaking to Sky Sports, Palmer was quick to acknowledge Kudus'

Heart of Lions striker Kwame Obeng Jnr is confident about his side's chances against giants Hearts of Oak in the Premier League on Friday January 31, 2025. The 21-year-old will line up against his former club in the capital, seeking to inflict defeat against the Phobians at the University of Ghana Stadium.  Kick off 19:00 GMT.Despite scoring just two goals in 16 matches, Kwame Obeng Jnr is not oblivious of the enormity of the task but insists they are well prime to deliver

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford has claimed winning the Ghana Premier League title is not a priority for his club as they are focused on safeguarding their top-flight status. The Kpando-based side are enjoying a fabulous campaign where they are just a point behind leaders Asante Kotoko with 33 points.Lions travel to the capital to battle giants Hearts of Oak in the top liner for match day 19 of the Ghanaian top-flight, scheduled to take place at the University of Ghana Stadium

Ghana defender Joseph Aidoo joined his new teammates at Real Valladolid to prepare for the upcoming La Liga game against Villareal.Aidoo joined Real Valladolid on loan till the rest of the season from Celta Vigo on Thursday, January 30, 2025.The 29-year-old, who has played 131 games in the Spanish league, is expected to play a vital role if Valladolid are to survive the drop.In the morning session at Valladolid's training complex, Aidoo joined the team for an intensive exercise.

Hakim Ziyech has completed his move to Qatar Stars League club Al-Duhail just one day after mutually parting ways with Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray.The 31-year-old Moroccan playmaker joins Al-Duhail following a challenging 2024-25 season, which saw him struggle with injuries and a reduced role at Galatasaray, often being relegated to the bench.Ziyech's departure from Galatasaray was marked by frustration, with the player openly expressing his dissatisfaction. He reportedly

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has expressed high expectations for newly appointed Copper Queens head coach, Nora Hauptle, as the team looks to secure major titles under her leadership.Hauptle, who previously coached Ghanaâ??s Black Queens during the 2024 Olympic qualifiers, has been tasked with taking the team to greater heights, including winning the Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) titles.Zambia qualified for the 2024 Olympic Games by defeating Ghana 4-3

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) believes Nora Hauptle is the best fit for the Copper Queens' head coach role, with General Secretary Reuben Kamanga highlighting her deep understanding of the teamâ??s needs. Hauptle, who previously coached Ghanaâ??s Black Queens, led them through a challenging 2024 Olympic qualifier against Zambia, where they narrowly lost with a 4-3 aggregate score.Her impressive approach to the game during that series made her the top choice

Former Executive Council member of the Ghana Football Association, Samuel Anim Addo has expressed his displeasure following the appointment of Winfried Schaffer as the technical advisor to the Black Stars and Director of Football.The Ghana FA on Tuesday effected major changes to the Black Stars technical team in a bid to revamp the national side ahead of upcoming tournaments.However, Anim Addo has shared his discontentment with the appointment of â??inactiveâ?? Schaffer.â??Winfried

Medeama SC head coach, Ibrahim Tanko, has opened up on why he left Accra Lions to join the Mauve and Yellow.Tanko, a former Black Stars assistant coach has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Tarkwa-based side.He has replaced Nebojsa Kapor who was shown the exit after a poor start to the ongoing 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.After a three-year run with Accra Lions, Tanko believes it was time to do something else and that is what led him to leave the club and join

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford says his outfit is not keen about winning the Ghana Premier League title this season.The Kpando-based club has been impressive, winning nine games, drawing 6 and losing 3 after 18 matches.With 33 points, Lions find themselves in 3rd position on the Ghana Premier League standings.Despite being in the top four teams, the experienced tactician says his outfit is not keen about clinching the title.â??The expectation now is very high because of

Heart of Lions attacker Kwadwo Obeng Jnr has declared himself fit for the much-anticipated clash between his outfit and former club Hearts of Oak.The 25-year-old missed the side previous Ghana Premier League against Aduana Football Club due to injury.In his absence, Lions managed to snatch a 2-1 victory over their opponent to merit the three maximum points.Obeng Jnr has, however, confirmed his availability for the crunch clash against Hearts of Oak.â??Iâ??m fit for the Hearts

Former Ghana international, Mallam Yahaya has backed the appointment of Winfried Schäfer as the new Technical Advisor of the Black Stars.As part of the restructuring of the technical team after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the 75-year-old has joined the Black Starsâ?? technical team.Speaking to Connect FM, Mallam Yahaya praised the appointment and described Schäfer as one of the best in the game.â??The changes are good, especially the technical director

The Court of Appeal has ruled that investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas must testify in open court without his trademark mask in the ongoing case of Republic v Kwesi Nyantakyi.In a unanimous decision on Thursday, January 30, 2025, Justices Anthony Oppong, Ackaah Boafo, and Aboagye Tandoh held that Anas could not conceal his identity while testifying.Justice Ackaah Boafo, delivering the ruling, stated that an accused personâ??s constitutional right to a fair trial outweighed