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