Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has reaffirmed his confidence in Premier League Match Commissioners, urging them to take charge in implementing the newly enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols.Speaking at a one-day training workshop for Match Commissioners on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Okraku emphasized their crucial role in shaping the gameâ??s future, especially in the wake of violent incidents such as the tragic events in Nsoatre.â??We

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has organized a one-day training workshop for Premier League Match Commissioners to equip them with the necessary skills to enforce the newly enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols.The workshop, held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at the GFA Conference Room in Accra, focused on improving matchday safety, protecting match officials, and ensuring smooth football operations across the country.GFA General Secretary, Prosper Harrison Addo,

The MTN FA Cup clash between Asante Kotoko and Eleven Wise has been postponed.The domestic cup competition is entering Round 16 this weekend with clubs geared up for wins to advance to the quarter-final stage.Among the eight games that were expected to be played, all but the match between Asante Kotoko and Eleven Wise will not be honoured as announced by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) on Tuesday.According to the FA, a date will be announced for the clash later.Among the exciting

Ali Maradona, a former management member and devoted fan of Asante Kotoko, has pledged to seek justice for the late Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as "Nana Pooley". Pooley, a loyal supporter of Asante Kotoko, was fatally stabbed on February 2, 2025, after a Ghana Premier League match.Maradona expressed his determination to ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice, stating, "If the IGP is not able to do his work, this matter will never end... some of us

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has urged Premier League Match Commissioners to take charge and drive positive change in the sport.Addressing a training workshop for Match Commissioners, Okraku emphasized the importance of proactive leadership in resolving challenges within the sport."If there are problems in football, we are the positive agents of change. If there are solutions, we are the same people. I honestly believe we have the power

Genoa secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Venezia in Serie A, with Ghanaian forward Caleb Ekuban making a huge impact off the bench.Coming on in the 60th minute to replace the injured Vitor Oliveira, Ekuban played a pivotal role in both goals, earning two assists to propel his side to victory.The match had been closely contested, with both teams sharing 50% possession, but it was Genoa who made their chances count. Andrea Pinamonti opened the scoring in the 82nd minute, curling

The 2024/25 MTN FA Cup season will enter Round 16 this weekend with clubs geared up to battle for progression to the quarter-final stage.Among the exciting matches that will be played, lower-division side Attram de Visser will host Premier League side Gold Stars FC at the Tuba Astro Turf on Friday, February 21.On Saturday, Medeama SC will take on PAC Academy at the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa in an interesting fixture scheduled for a 6 pm kick-off.Before that game, record holders Accra

Martin Boakye found the net in Buriram Unitedâ??s entertaining 2-2 draw against Gwangju FC in the AFC Champions League Elite East Round 8 on Tuesday.The visitors started brightly at the Gwangju World Cup Stadium, taking an early lead in the 13th minute when Bissoli latched onto a Suphanat Mueanta assist to fire home. Boakye doubled Buriramâ??s advantage in the 35th minute, clinically finishing from the center of the box after being set up by Bissoli.Buriram held a commanding

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has expressed his confidence in Premier League Match Commissioners to improve and effectively address security issues on matchdays.Okraku's remarks came during a one-day training workshop for Match Commissioners, where he emphasized their vital role in implementing the newly enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols.The GFA President believes that with the Match Commissioners' proactive leadership,

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has urged Premier League Match Commissioners to take charge and ensure the effective implementation of the newly enhanced Matchday Safety and Security Protocols.Speaking at a training workshop for Match Commissioners, Okraku emphasized the crucial role they play in shaping the future of the game, particularly in the wake of recent violent incidents.Okraku expressed his trust and confidence in the Match Commissioners,

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku will visit the secretariat of Asante Kotoko on Thursday, February 20, to engage the clubâ??s leadership.According to a notice from Asante Kotoko, the upcoming meeting is part of ongoing engagements following the tragic events at the Nana Koramansah Park that led to the death of supporter Nana Pooley.The club further noted that it will continue to seek justice and meaningful reforms that will ensure the safety

Nana Yaa Brefo, a media personality, has apologized to former Ghana Football Association president Kwesi Nyantakyi for criticsing him after the Number 12 exposé.She admitted to being too hasty in her condemnation and should have waited for the legal process to conclude.Yaa Brefo expressed her regret, saying "Kwesi Nyantakyi is a fantastic person. I regret speaking against him during the issues. Honestly, I have realized that I spoke nonsense when his issue with Anas came

Former President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kwesi Nyantakyi has disclosed that he has no immediate plans of returning to mainstream football administration.Last week, the High Court, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Marie-Louise Simmonds, discharged the former GFA President and his co-accused after a protracted legal battle spanning five years.The case in question stems from explosive allegations of fraud and corruption exposed in the investigative documentary,

German-Ghanaian defender Daniel Heber has been named in Sofascore's Bundesliga 2 team of the week. Heber played a pivotal role in FC Magdeburg's dominant 3-0 victory over FC Köln in a thrilling Bundesliga 2 encounter at the Avnet Arena.Daniel Heber broke the deadlock in the 73rd minute, rising to meet Baris Atik's pinpoint cross from a set-piece. His powerful header found the back of the net, giving Magdeburg a well-deserved 1-0 lead.The game continued with

Heart of Lions put up a good display on Tuesday afternoon, beating Hearts of Oak 2-1 at the end of a friendly match at the Pobiman Sports Complex.The two clubs engaged in the friendly match today as part of efforts by both managers to keep their teams in the best shape amid the suspension of the 2024/25 league campaign.The league has been on suspension for weeks after Francis Frimpong, a staunch supporter of Asante Kotoko was stabbed to death during the Week 19 clash against Nsoatreman

Asante Kotoko have announced the resumption of training for their senior team but remain firm in their decision not to participate in official matches until justice is served for the tragic killing of their supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong.The club, in a statement, reiterated their deep pain over the incident and their unwavering resolve to ensure accountability.â??The wounds from that dark day have not healed, and our resolve for justice remains as strong as ever,â? the statement

Asante Kotoko are set to resume training as preparations for the Ghana Premier Leagueâ??s return gather momentum.The league was suspended following concerns over hooliganism, with Kotoko and rivals Hearts of Oak leading calls for stricter measures to curb violence in football.In a statement, the club reiterated its deep pain over the tragic death of their supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, alias Nana Pooley, and reaffirmed its commitment to seeking justice.â??The wounds from

Ghana's Joseph Aidoo is set to be play under a coach at Real Valladolid after the club parted ways with head coach Diego Cocca after a difficult run of results left the club at the bottom of the La Liga standings.Cocca, who took charge in December 2024, managed the team for only eight games, winning just one match. His tenure ended on a sour note following a 4-0 defeat to Sevilla on February 17, 2025, which extended Valladolid's losing streak.With the team struggling to

A Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Workshop kicked off in Lusaka on Monday, gathering 40 male and female referees for an intensive five-day training program.This historic workshop is the first of its kind in East, Central, and Southern Africa, marking a significant advancement in the region's adoption of VAR technology.The training is being led by global and regional experts, including FIFA IT Technology Support and COSAFA VAR specialist Ramy

Nana Yaa Brefo, a media personality, has apologized to former Ghana Football Association president Kwesi Nyantakyi for criticizing him after the Number 12 exposé. She admitted to being too hasty in her condemnation and should have waited for the legal process to conclude.Yaa Brefo expressed her regret, saying "Kwesi Nyantakyi is a fantastic person. I regret speaking against him during the issues. Honestly, I have realized that I spoke nonsense when his issue with Anas came