Ghana international, Denis Odoi had an eventful night on Thursday during Royal Antwerpâ??s hard-fought 2-2 draw against RSC Anderlecht in the Belgian Cup.The veteran full-back started for his team in a crucial second-leg meeting with the Belgian giants in their semi-final tie.Trailing by a goal to nil from the first leg, Royal Antwerp had to fight for a way back right from the start of the first half.After a spirited performance, the hosts took the lead in the 26th minute thanks
Former Black Meteors striker Samuel Obeng has joined Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club in the transfer window. The Spain-born forward moves the Moroccan topflight league in the winter transfer window from Portuguese outfit Casa Pia.Obeng Gyabaa is expected to play a pivotal role at the club coach by South African trainer Rulani Mokoena.The 27-year-old, who has spent most of his career in Spain, will be playing for an African club for the first time.He is familiar with playing
Ghana international, Mohammed Salisu has been named in the AS Monaco squad for the big game against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the French Ligue 1 on Friday night.He is one of 21 players selected by AS Monaco manager Adi Hütter for the trip to Paris to honour the Week 21 league match.The strong centre-back has been a reliable man at the back for the French giants and will have another chance to show his quality on the pitch in the away match tomorrow.In the ongoing 2024/25 French
Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been shortlisted for the Ghana Premier League (GPL) Goalkeeper of the Month award for December-January.The Ex-National Goalkeepers Union announced the nominees on Thursday, February 6, which include Asante Kotokoâ??s Mohammed Camara, Aduana Starsâ?? Masawudu Inusah, and Bechem Unitedâ??s Dari Aziz Haruna.The quartet stood out with their outstanding performances during the period, earning well-deserved recognition.Benjamin Asare
The head coach of Bechem United, Kwaku Danso has been nominated for the Coach of the Month award for the period between December 2024 and January 2025 in the Ghana Premier League.He competes with Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara as well as Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Narteh Ogum.All three coaches nominated for the top award performed well with their respective clubs in the league in the period under review.Aboubakar Ouattara (Hearts of Oak)Led his team to score 8
Asante Kotoko attacker, Kwame Opoku has been nominated for the Ghana Premier League Player of the Month for December and January.He is one of four players who stood out with their performances in the 2024/25 Ghanaian top-flight league campaign in the period under review.The other players include Samuel Atta Kumi, Dalvin Yeboah, and Mawuli Wayo.Kwame Opoku, who only made his return to Asante Kotoko recently leads the race for the enviable award after scoring four goals in four games.Below
Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association of Ghana (GHALCA), John Ansah has described the violent disturbances witnessed in Nsoatre during the league match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko as barbaric. Speaking at a meeting with the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Mr. Ansah urged stakeholders to find a solution to hooliganism, stressing that it cannot be allowed to continue."We cannot continue to lose lives in the name of football.
The Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare has urged all stakeholders to work together to ensure football is played in a safe and peaceful environment where it can be enjoyed.Speaking at a meeting between the Police Administration and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) at the Police Headquarters, Dr. Dampare stressed that the security service is ready to assist in making match venues very peaceful and safe.He indicated that the Police Service will look at putting
Mike Aidoo delivered a key assist, but Inter Milan Primavera fell short in the Coppa Italia quarterfinals, losing to AC Milan on penalties after a gripping 2-2 draw in regulation time.Inter started with intent but struggled to create clear chances early on. Cocchi fired twice from distance, but AC Milan struck first in the 31st minute when Bakuoneâ??s cross forced Cocchi into an own goal. The Nerazzurri responded swiftly, with Aidooâ??s effort saved before he set up Mosconi
A group of frustrated Sekondi Eleven Wise supporters disrupted the teamâ??s training session on Thursday at the Railway Park in Essikado, demanding an urgent meeting with the clubâ??s Executive Chairman, Dr. Kobby Spio-Garbrah.The Division One League side has endured a difficult season, winning just three of their 15 matches and sitting at the bottom of the table with 10 points.With fears of relegation to Division Two growing, the fans insist on a dialogue with the clubâ??s
SV Horn has bolstered its squad with the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Raymond Frimpong Owusu, a player brimming with potential who could provide a spark both in attack and midfield.The Austrian club officially announced the 22-year-oldâ??s arrival, expressing confidence in his ability to add pace, technical skill, and attacking dynamism.SV Horn, a club with a history dating back to 1922, has spent much of its existence in Austriaâ??s lower divisions but gained prominence
Retired referee Alex Kotey has apologised to former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie after the latter threatened legal action over bribery allegations made against him.Speaking on Top FM, Kotey retracted his claims, stating that he had no intention of tarnishing Afriyieâ??s reputation.â??I have called George Afriyie to ask for his forgiveness. He is my close friend in football, and I didnâ??t mean to damage his image. I have sought his forgiveness
Retired referee Alex Kotey has apologised to former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President George Afriyie after the latter threatened legal action over bribery allegations made against him.Speaking on Top FM, Kotey retracted his claims, stating that he had no intention of tarnishing Afriyieâ??s reputation.â??I have called George Afriyie to ask for his forgiveness. He is my close friend in football, and I didnâ??t mean to damage his image. I have sought his forgiveness
Romanian Liga I newcomers Gloria BuzÄ?u have bolstered their attack with the signing of Dutch-born Ghanaian striker Kevin Luckassen for the remainder of the season.The 31-year-old, who previously featured for several Romanian clubs, arrives on a free transfer after parting ways with Saudi Arabian side Al-Batin earlier in the campaign.A brief club statement welcoming the former FC Rapid forward read: "We wish him good luck and many successes in the red-blue shirt."Luckassen
Former Hearts of Oak board member, Alhaji Brimah Akambi, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to consider restricting Ghana Premier League (GPL) matches to select venues in an effort to curb hooliganism.His comments follow the tragic events at Nana Amoah Koramansah II Park during the match-day 19 clash between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko, which turned violent and led to the death of a Kotoko supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as â??Nana Pooley.â??The
Former Nsoatreman FC General Manager, Eric Alagidede, has come to the defense of his ex-boss, Hon. Ignatius Baffour Awuah, following allegations linking him to the violent events at Nana Koramansah II Park over the weekend.The Ghana Premier League match-day 19 clash between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC turned violent, with players from both sides engaging in heated confrontations early in the second half. Asante Kotoko had two players sent off and Nsoatreman had one player sent
FIFAâ??s Director of Development, Arsene Wenger, is set to visit Egypt ahead of the launch of a new talent development project.The former Arsenal manager is expected to arrive in Egypt on Thursday, February 6, 2025, for a multi-day visit.As part of his schedule, Wenger will hold a media interaction on Friday, February 7, before the official launch of the project in Cairo, under FIFAâ??s supervision.During his visit, Wenger will also participate in an expanded conference, the
Jose Mourinho lit up the press room with laughter after a comical translation mix-up during a post-match conference.The Fenerbahce manager, reflecting on his journey in football after his sideâ??s thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Ã?aykur Rizespor, mentioned the phrase "twilight zone."However, his translator mistakenly interpreted it as "toilet zone," causing an uproar of laughter.Amused by the blunder, Mourinho corrected the mistake before playfully slapping
John Ansah, President of the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), has condemned the violent death of Francis Yaw Frimpong, a staunch supporter of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, describing it as â??barbaricâ? and a tragedy that should never be repeated.Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley, died following a violent incident during a Week 19 match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko at the Nana Kromansah Park.Speaking during a meeting with the Inspector General of Police, Ansah
Central defender Konadu Yiadom has been a rock at the back for Hearts of Oak in the Ghana Premier League in recent matches, growing into his role as a key defender for the team.After a challenging start to the season, he has found his rhythm, delivering commanding performances that have strengthened the Phobiansâ?? defence.His ability to read the game, make crucial tackles, and win aerial duels has been instrumental in the team's recent resurgence.Speaking about his form,
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