The head coach of Asante Kotoko, Prosper Narteh Ogum has urged his players to train hard and win games to honour late supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley.The staunch supporter of the club was stabbed to death in a tragic incident that occurred during the teamâ??s Week 19 encounter against Nsoatreman FC in the Ghana Premier League.On Wednesday, February 19, when Asante Kotoko returned to training for the first time after the incident, coach Prosper Narteh

The head coach of Asante Kotoko, Prosper Narteh Ogum has admitted that it will be difficult for his team to forget the death of the clubâ??s die-hard supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong.The deceased, popularly known as Nana Pooley was stabbed to death during Asante Kotokoâ??s Week 19 encounter against Nsoatreman FC in the Ghana Premier League.Speaking to his players on Wednesday when Asante Kotoko resumed training for the first time after the tragic incident, coach Prosper Narteh

FC Heidenheim winger Sirlord Conteh is in doubt for Thursdayâ??s Conference League showdown against Copenhagen after picking up a knock in training.The 27-year-old suffered a minor foot injury during a session reserved for players who did not feature in the weekend's Bundesliga match.FC Heidenheim coach Frank Schmidt confirmed the setback during a press conference, revealing that Sirlord Conteh sustained the injury on a challenging surface.â??Conteh was slightly injured

VfL Bochum will have to do without Dutch-Ghanaian striker Myron Boadu for at least two more Bundesliga matches, with his return now more likely against Bayern Munich on March 8.Head coach Dieter Hecking ruled the Dutch striker out of Saturdayâ??s fixture against VfL Wolfsburg and remains doubtful about his availability for the home game against TSG Hoffenheim on March 1. â??Perhaps it is enough for a partial operation,â? Hecking told WAZ on Tuesday, though he admitted

Chairman of the MTN FA Cup Committee, Wilson Arthur has appealed to the media to help educate football fans to curb violence at the various stadia.Ghana football has been marred in recent weeks by violent attacks in the Premier League and the National Division One League.A violent clash during the Premier League match between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko led to the stabbing of a fan who later lost his life.Just last weekend, there was another violent incident during a Division

The Majority Leader in Ghanaâ??s Parliament, Mahama Ayariga has assured that the government will ensure the local league flourishes. According to him, this will be done riding on the back of the 24-hour economy policy of President John Dramani Mahama.Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Friday, February 19, Mahama Ayariga stated that the local league will soon surpass the leagues in Europe.â??With the 24-hour economy strategy, football is going to be a major enabler of the

The Member of Parliament for Berekum West, Dickson Duah, has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the National Sports Authority (NSA) to implement crucial measures aimed at preventing future incidents of hooliganism in football.His remarks follow the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis 'Nana Pooley' Frimpong, who was fatally stabbed during a match at Nana Koromansah II Stadium on February 5.Frimpong's death occurred during a game between

Newly appointed Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has set his sights on propelling Ghana to the top four teams in Africa.The Swedish coach, who recently signed a two-year contract, has already joined the squad in Morocco as they prepare for an international friendly against the North African side.Bjorkegren emphasised the importance of consistent improvement and securing a top-four spot in Africa. "We need to make sure that, in the long run, the Black Queens are a

The Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has labeled the match venues in the Ghana Premier League (GPL) as â??death traps,â? urging immediate enhancements in safety measures.His comments came during a parliamentary session, prompted by the tragic stabbing of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis â??Nana Pooleyâ? Frimpong at a match in Nsoatre earlier in February.Frimpong lost his life during Kotoko's Week 19 encounter against Nsoatreman, raising

Newly appointed Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has set his sights on leading Ghana to the semi-finals of the 2025 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).Bjorkegren, who recently signed a two-year contract, emphasized the importance of consistent improvement and securing a top-four spot in Africa. "We need to make sure that, in the long run, the Black Queens are a top-four team in Africa," he stated.The Swedish coach's immediate objectives include

Former Hearts of Oak board member Alhaji Akambi has described the suspension of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) as a "tough situation" for all stakeholders involved.The league has been on hold following security concerns triggered by the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Nana Pooley in Nsoatre.Akambi expressed deep concern over the prolonged pause, emphasizing its negative impact on clubs, players, and stakeholders. "Football needs to resume," he asserted.

Former Hearts of Oak board member Alhaji Akambi has called for the immediate resumption of the Ghana Premier League, citing the significant financial and sporting setbacks clubs are facing due to the ongoing suspension.The league has been on hold following security concerns triggered by the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Nana Pooley in Nsoatre.Akambi expressed deep concern over the prolonged pause, emphasizing its negative impact on clubs, players, and stakeholders."Football

Barcelona have entered the race to sign Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey on a free transfer when his contract expires in June 2025, according to reports.CaughtOffside claims that the Blaugrana are now keen on securing the Ghanaian international, who will turn 32 by the time his deal at the Emirates runs out.Juventus have long been monitoring Parteyâ??s situation, but they now face stiff competition from the La Liga giants.Partey joined Arsenal from Atletico Madrid in October

Newly appointed Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has pledged to make Ghanaians proud of the national team as he begins his tenure.The Swedish coach, who signed a two-year contract, has already joined the squad in Morocco as they prepare for an international friendly against the North African side.Bjorkegren emphasized his commitment to improving the team's performance and securing a place among Africa's top four teams. "We are going to do everything to

Asante Kotoko returned to first-team training on Wednesday at the Adako Jachie Training Center, marking their first session since the tragic passing of fan Nana Pooley.Pooley was fatally stabbed during Kotokoâ??s Ghana Premier League clash against Nsoatreman on Sunday, February 2, 2025.The incident followed an on-field altercation between players that escalated into violence in the stands, resulting in his tragic death.In response, Kotoko suspended all football activities, including

African broadcast giants, SuperSport could return as broadcaster for the Ghana Premier League. According to Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, the Minister in charge of Youth and Sports, Kofi Adams is considering negotiating with SuperSport to provide coverage for the local leagues.â??The Minister of Sports and Recreation has revealed to me that he is looking to negotiate with SuperSport and others to begin covering our local leagues,â? Mahama Ayariga said as reported by Oyerepa

Sports analyst Ebo Appiah has called for the prosecution of former Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif over the alleged mismanagement of funds during the 2023 African Games hosted in Ghana.Appiah questioned the $50 million reportedly spent on feeding and the funds allocated for infrastructure, particularly the Borteyman Sports Complex and renovations at the University of Ghana hostels. He argued that the amount used for Borteyman could have built an Olympic-standard stadium."If

Promising Ghanaian midfielder Kenneth Tsokli, 17, from the renowned Right to Dream Academy, is currently training with Swedish club Landskrona BoIS as interest in him continues to grow.Tsokli, who has previously visited Danish top-flight club FC Nordsjaelland, is now being closely evaluated by Swedish second-tier side.Landskronaâ??s sports director, Billy Magnusson, acknowledges that other clubs are also monitoring the young talent."We're probably not alone on the ball.

AFC Fylde have strengthened their squad with the loan signing of English-Ghanaian winger Kain Adom, securing the versatile attacker until the end of the campaign.Adom, known for his blistering pace and ability to operate both centrally and out wide, brings valuable National League experience to the team. The 23-year-old made a strong impression at Gateshead, netting in just his second appearance against Barnet before featuring in 20 matches last season.Before his time in the North

German-born Ghanaian winger Josephine Afua Kyerewaa Bonsu has shared her excitement after earning her first call-up to the Black Queens.The 25-year-old, who plays for Carl Zeiss Jena in the German Women's Bundesliga, is eager to make an impact in the national team."I'm beyond grateful for being selected to the squad... The ladies, the Queens, made it really easy on me. They took me like family," she said.Reflecting on her first training session, Kyerewaa Bonsu