Former Ghana coach James Kwesi Appiah has boycotted Sudan training camp due to unpaid salaries, AfricaSoccer.com has reported.The Falcons of Jediane are currently in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a 12-day training camp, as the team prepare for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers this month.However, Kwesi Appiah, who is the head coach of the Sudan national team has refused to join camp as he demand for his unpaid entitlements.The former Black Stars coach reportedly swerved a
Tottenham Hotspur defender Kevin Danso, who joined the club in January, believes that Spurs have the potential to clinch the Europa League title this season.Since joining from Lens in the January transfer window, Danso has featured in five games across all competitions for Tottenham.Born in Austria to Ghanaian parents, Danso has quickly integrated into the team and is optimistic about their European campaign.Speaking ahead of the Europa League Round of 16 first-leg match against
General Manager of FC Samartex, Edmund Ackah, has asserted that football administrators and club owners are primarily responsible for hooliganism in Ghanaian football.The former Asante Kotoko administrator's comments follow a tragic incident in Nsoatre, where a supporter Francis Frimpong, known as "Pooley," was fatally stabbed, leading to a month-long suspension of the league, which is set to resume on Friday, March 7, 2025."The problems do not arise from elsewhere;
Former England midfielder Joey Barton has received massive criticisms from football fans following his claims that Jamie Carragher was a better defender than Samuel Osei Kuffour. The controversial ex-footballer stated on his podcast that there has not been any African defender better that Carragher after the former Liverpool defender said AFCON is not a major tournament.He also provided statistics of the two former footballers, which shows that Kuffour won more major trophies
Former Manchester City midfielder Joey Barton has defended Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher amid criticism over Carragher's recent comments on the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The former Liverpool defender had suggested that AFCON is not a major tournament, leading to backlash from various quarters, including past AFCON winners and African football legends.In response to the criticism directed at Carragher, Barton asserted that Africa has never produced a defender superior
West Ham United were not left out of Ghana's Independence Day celebrations after taking to social media to share a Ghanaian edition of a quick-fire question and answer session with midfielder Mohammed Kudus.The questions, asked by fellow Ghanaian footballer Freda Ayisi, were influenced by the West African nation's culture and music.Kudus was asked to pick between two options, from food to footballers and musicians.The former Ajax star confirmed his favourite Ghanaian dish
Ghana's Black Queens moved up by a place in the latest FIFA ranking following their international friendly with Morocco. The West Africans moved to the 65th position globally despite the friendly defeat to the Atlas Lionesses.On the continent, the Black Queens moved to fifth place from sixth position, indicating a steady climb following an impressive run since 2023.The United States have maintained their place at the top of the ranking, followed by world champions Spain,
Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho has credited African players for being an â??important voiceâ? in defending him against racism allegations made by Galatasaray.The Turkish club accused Mourinho of making racist remarks during their goalless draw on February 24 and announced plans to take legal action against him.However, the Portuguese coach strongly denied the claims and insisted they had backfired on Galatasaray, highlighting his deep connections with African players
Leicester City players have playfully given Ghana winger Fatawu Issahaku a new nickname after he turned up for training with a fresh hairstyle.Issahaku, who is recovering from a season-ending injury, dyed his hair gold, sparking amusement among his teammates.They immediately dubbed him Auntie Fatawu, explaining that the style is commonly associated with older women in Nigeria. â??Auntieâ? Abdul Fatawu Issahakuð???#JoySports pic.twitter.com/aTNtpxw3x3â?? #JoySports
With 100 days remaining to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025â?¢, African football will witness a never-before-seen sports and financial milestone.The championship, which will welcome 32 teams from all over the world, has four African giants: Al Ahly SC (Egypt), Esperance Sportive de Tunis (Tunisia), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa), and Wydad Athletic Club (Morocco).In a boost of immense magnitude, FIFA declared a USD 1 billion reward allocation to the teams participating, which will
Black Queens deputy captain Jennifer Cudjoe has joined in the celebration of Ghanaâ??s 68th Independence anniversary.Ahead of the milestone on Thursday, March 6, 2025, the DC Power FC midfielder shared a photo of herself in vibrant African prints, paying tribute to the nationâ??s rich heritage.Her post aligns with the Ghana Womenâ??s National Teamsâ?? initiative to mark Ghana Month by showcasing players and technical team members in elegant traditional attire.Cudjoe
Mohammed Kudus has endured a frustrating 2024-2025 campaign, with the West Ham United midfielder seeing more of his shots denied by the woodwork than any other player in the English Premier League.The Ghanaian international, who dazzled in his debut season with eight goals and six assists, has struggled to replicate that form, managing just three goals and one assist in 22 league matches.However, his misfortune is evident in a remarkable statisticâ??no player has hit the post
Asante Kotoko fan Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as 'Nana Pooley,' who tragically lost his life after being stabbed during a Ghana Premier League match, will be laid to rest today, Thursday, March 6, 2025.The funeral will take place at Heroes Park, Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, where family, friends, football administrators, and supporters will gather to bid farewell to the passionate supporter of the Porcupine Warriors.Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Edwin
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