Norwegian club Viking FK is set to evaluate Ghanaian teenager Fatawu Ganiwu during their training camp in Marbella, Spain, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively confirmThe 17-year-old midfielder, who has previously undergone trials with Chelsea and made his debut for Red Bull Salzburg, has also represented Ghana at the U-17 level.Viking's sporting director, Erik Nevland, confirmed that Ganiwu will train with the club for a week, arriving towards the end of their stay in Spain.The

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member, Osei Palmer, has praised the GFA's decision to appoint Winfried Schäfer as the new technical advisor of the Black Stars.Schäfer, a seasoned tactician with a proven track record, guided Cameroon to victory in the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations.His appointment aims to bolster the technical team headed by Otto Addo, following the senior national team's six-match winless run in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Kweku Eyiah, a former Ebusua Dwarfs board member, has claimed that many people know the individual responsible for the fatal stabbing of Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley.The passionate Asante Kotoko supporter was killed during a Ghana Premier League match between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman on February 2, 2025.The incident occurred amid chaotic scenes both on and off the field.Speaking on Asempa FM, Eyiah expressed confidence that the assailantâ??s identity is

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Senegalese forward Nicolas Jackson will be sidelined until April due to a hamstring injury.Jackson picked up the injury during Chelseaâ??s clash with West Ham on February 3, and while initial hopes were for a quick recovery, a recent scan revealed a more serious issue.â??Nico will be out until the international break, probably available after,â? Maresca said on Thursday. â??We all thought it wasnâ??t a big injury, but

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council member, Osei Palmer, has revealed that the previous GFA leadership had plans to appoint Winfried Schafer as a technical advisor.According to Palmer, Schafer's expertise and experience would have been a valuable asset to the Black Stars."Even during our time, we had plans to bring him on board. A technically good coach remains technically good," Palmer said in an interview with Sporty FM.Palmer's revelation

FIFA has suspended an employee following his arrest on charges of enticement of a minor for sex while on a work trip in Miami.According to the Miami Herald, Jack Edward Coles, 39, was taken into custody on Friday by federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations at a hotel near FIFAâ??s offices in Coral Gables.Coles, a British national, is accused of meeting a 14-year-old boy through a dating app in October and attempting to meet him again last week. The boy, who initially

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren will hold his first press conference on Friday, February 14, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the GFA Conference Room in Accra.The Swedish tactician, who took charge in January following Nora Hauptleâ??s departure, will outline his vision and plans for the senior womenâ??s national team.His key focus is preparing the Black Queens for the 2025 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco this July.The event will be streamed live on the

The Ghana Football Association has announced the match officials for the Access Bank Division One League Match Day 17.Below are the Match Officials:No.REFEREES, VENUES & OTHER OFFICIALS                                ZONE ONE A1.DATE: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2025 MATCH: WA SORE NANTE VS YAPEI FC  VENUE:  MALIK JABIR STADIUM REFEREE:  IDDI RAFIK ASSISTANTS:

Prosper Harrison Addo, General Secretary of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has pledged that no stakeholder will be left dissatisfied with the newly enhanced matchday protocols in a bid to restore confidence and ensure safety in Ghana football.As the GFA prepares for the resumption of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League, which was suspended following the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong Pooley, Addo is focused on creating a secure environment for fans

Dreams FC duo Eric Danso Boateng and Derrick Atta Adjei have taken the next big step in their careers by sealing a move to Finnish top-flight side Kuopion Palloseura (KuPS).The transfer marks the beginning of an exciting partnership between Dreams FC and the Finnish giants, opening doors for more Ghanaian talent to make their mark in European football.Both players played a crucial role in Dreams' historic CAF Confederation Cup campaign last season, impressing with their versatility

Ghana's U20 team, the Black Satellites have been handed a tricky draw ahead of the U20 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast in April. The Black Satellites were drawn in Group A alongside hosts Ivory Coast, Tanzania and DR Congo. The four nations will be joined by another team from UNIFFAC 2.Ghana are making a return to the tournament for the first time since 2021, where they were crowned champions.Meanwhile, Group B houses West African powerhouse Nigeria, Morocco and Egypt

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has confirmed that the decision to retain Otto Addo as the head coach of the Black Stars will undergo a review.Addo, who signed a three-year contract in March 2024 with an option for a two-year extension, has faced intense criticism following Ghanaâ??s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) â?? the first time in two decades.The Black Starsâ?? inability to win a single game during the qualifiers led to

Texoma FC head coach Adrian Forbes has expressed his excitement following the club's acquisition of former Ghana international Solomon Asante.The 34-year-old winger, who has enjoyed an illustrious career in the United Soccer League (USL), joins the expansion side for the 2025 season, bringing with him a wealth of experience and attacking prowess.Asante, a two-time USL Player of the Year, is expected to play a key role in Texoma FCâ??s inaugural campaign.Coach Forbes could

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed dissatisfaction with the explanations provided regarding the decision to retain Otto Addo as head coach of the Black Stars.The 49-year-old coach has faced intense criticism following Ghanaâ??s failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) â?? the first time in two decades the team has missed out on the tournament. The Black Stars finished at the bottom of Group F, securing just three points from

Former Hearts of Oak chairman Harry Zakour has blamed security personnel over the skilling of Asante Kotoko fan, Francis Frimpong.Nana Pooley as popularly known was tragically murdered by unknown men during the Matchday 19 game between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko at the Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre.The unfortunate incident led to the suspension of the Matchday 20 game of the Ghana Premier League by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).Reacting to the incident,

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially approved the Enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols 2025, a far-reaching framework designed to improve stadium safety and protect all stakeholders involved in Ghanaian football.This initiative comes in response to the tragic death of Kotoko fan Nana Pooley, who was stabbed during a league match against Nsoatreman earlier this month.Following consultations with clubs, security agencies, and government officials, the GFA

Ghana's Black Satellites will discover their group opponents when the draw for the CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations is held in Cairo, Egypt, on Thursday February 13, 2025.The draw, which will determine the group-stage matchups for the prestigious youth tournament, will be broadcast live on CAF TV at 14h25 local time (12h25 GMT).Former Malian international Adama Coulibaly and Senegalese legend Souleymane Camara will assist in conducting the draw.The tournament, set to run

Swedish coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren arrived in Ghana on Wednesday February 12, 2025, to begin his new job as head of the country's Black Queens.He was met on arrival at the Kotoka International Airport by representatives of the Football Association.Bjorkegren, a seasoned coach with nearly two decades of experience, takes over from Nora Häuptle, whose tenure ended in December 2024 following the expiration of her contract with the GFA.The Ghana Football Association confirmed

Karela United have unveiled new signing Mohammed Yussif Nurudeen. The experienced defender joins the Tamale-based club after leaving Asante Kotoko at the start of the season.Nurudeen decided to return to Tamale after failing to secure a permanent transfer from the Tamale hospital, where he also works as a student nurse.However, he joins Karela for the rest of the campaign and arrangements have been made to ensure he successfully combines his job at the hospital with his football