Dreams FC secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak in Round 24 of the Ghana Premier League at the University of Ghana Stadium on Saturday night, marking their first win over the Phobians since May 2021.Abdul Razak Salifuâ??s early strike proved decisive, as Hearts failed to capitalize on their dominance, especially in the second half.Dreams made two changes from their previous match, introducing Abdul Razak Salifu and Aziz Musibau. The tactical adjustments paid off

Irish-Ghanaian defender James Abankwah received a red card in the 79th minute, leading to a 1-0 defeat against Oxford United at the Kassam Stadium on Saturday afternoon. â??Abankwah, who had been booked earlier, committed a foul on PrzemysÅ?aw PÅ?acheta, resulting in his second yellow card and subsequent dismissal. This left Watford with ten men for the remainder of the match.â??Just three minutes later, Oxford capitalized on their numerical advantage. Siriki Dembélé

Asante Kotoko fought back to earn a crucial point against defending champions Samartex in a pulsating encounter at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena on Saturday afternoon.The 1-1 draw ensured the Porcupine Warriors remained at the summit of the league table, though their position could be temporary, with their closest challengers just a point behind.Samartex took the lead in the 39th minute when Dramani Awuah unleashed a powerful low drive that found the back of the net, leaving Kotokoâ??s

Leyton Orient secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Blackpool at Bloomfield Road, with English-Ghanaian striker Daniel Agyei playing a key role in the win.Charlie Kelman opened the scoring in the 29th minute, heading home Diallang Jaiyesimiâ??s pinpoint cross. Orient carried their narrow lead into halftime, but Blackpool responded after the break. Sonny Carey leveled the score in the 61st minute with a well-placed left-footed strike from inside the box.Just two minutes later,

Issah Hussein netted the only goal as Young Apostles returned to winning ways in the Ghana Premier League following victory over struggling Accra Lions. The game moved to the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa, saw the hosts take advantage of a scrappy moment in the second half to secure all three points.The game started with both sides maintaining their composure, keeping the ball as they tried to avoid early mistakes.Accra Lions had a few chances in the first half but the host

Ragnar Ache's impressive double couldn't prevent Kaiserslautern from suffering a 5-3 defeat to Paderborn in a pulsating Bundesliga 2 clash at the Home Deluxe Arena.Paderborn raced into a three-goal lead within the opening 15 minutes, with Aaron Zehnter, Raphael Obermair, and Filip Bilbija all finding the net. Kaiserslautern, however, clawed their way back before halftime, as Daniel Hanslik converted a penalty in the 45th minute before Ache struck in stoppage time to make

Brisbane Roar FC claimed a commanding 3-1 victory over Perth Glory in their A-League Round 23 clash at HBF Park, with Portuguese-Ghanaian winger Asumah Abubakar playing a key role in the win.Perth Glory started brightly, taking the lead in the 7th minute through Luke Amos, who unleashed a stunning strike from distance. However, Brisbane Roar responded in the 37th minute when Abubakar pounced on a loose ball inside the box, calmly slotting home to restore parity.The visitors took

Black Stars forward Ransford-Yeboah Konigsdorffer has expressed excitement after helping Hamburger SV to a comfortable 3-0 victory at Magdeburg on Friday evening. The Ghana international netted a brace as Hamburger head into the international break top of the Bundesliga 2 table, keeping their promotion ambitions alive.Having been handed a starting role, Konigsdorffer opened the scoring in the ninth minute before adding his second moments after the break, and in between his strikes

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Addams, along with the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, conducted an inspection of the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday morning.The visit was ahead of the Black Stars' crucial Matchday five fixture against Chad, who currently sit at the bottom of Group I.During the inspection, it was discovered that the stadiumâ??s floodlights were non-functional and in a deteriorating state.Urgent repairs

SKN St. Pöltenâ??s Winfred Amoah and First Vienna FCâ??s Kelvin Boateng found the net in a gripping battle for third place, with both teams delivering an intense attacking display.The match saw early exchanges, with Claudy Mâ??Buyi coming close for the hosts in the 14th minute, only to be denied by Bernhard Unger. Vienna threatened through Bernhard Zimmermann, who narrowly missed the target in the 28th minute. The deadlock remained at halftime despite multiple attempts

Stredair Appuahâ??s first professional goal proved decisive as Valenciennes edged Sochaux 1-0 at the Stade du Hainaut in a tense National Round 25 clash on Friday night.The French-Ghanaian forward, on loan from Palermo, struck in the 27th minute with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box, securing back-to-back wins for VAFC.With this result, Valenciennes extended their unbeaten run in 2025 to ten matches and kept a third consecutive clean sheet. Vincent Hognonâ??s side

Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kurt Okraku has vowed to ensure that Black Stars participate in all major international tournaments.Ghana, a four-time African champion, have witnessed a decline in recent years despite their past successes.After back-to-back Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group phase elimination in Cameroon and Ivory Coast, respectively, the Black Stars failed to secure a qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the first time

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has expressed his enthusiasm for new opportunities after securing a seat on the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).Okrakuâ??s election at CAFâ??s 14th Extraordinary Congress in Cairo makes him the sixth Ghanaian to serve on the committee.His name has also been floated as a potential candidate for CAFâ??s 1st Vice President position following the resignation of Augustine Senghor.Widely

Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has pledged to make the most of his new position on the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee following his recent election.Okraku was elected to the prestigious committee on Wednesday, March 12, becoming the sixth Ghanaian to hold such a position.Speaking in an interview with freelance journalist Alexis Laura Ehiagwina as reported by 3Sports, he expressed his gratitude and commitment to the role.â??I

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has acknowledged the hard lessons learned from the Black Starsâ?? disappointing failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).For the first time in 20 years, the four-time African champions will miss out on the continentâ??s biggest football tournament.The Black Stars endured a difficult qualification campaign, finishing at the bottom of their group with just three points after six matchesâ??three

Striker Eddie Nketiah has shared insights into his struggles since joining Crystal Palace.The England international, of Ghanaian descent, made the switch from Arsenal to the Eagles on a long-term deal during the summer transfer window. However, he has faced difficulties adapting to his new club.Speaking to NBC Sports, the former Chelsea academy player reflected on the challenges he's encountered."Itâ??s a new environment. I think that was needed for me. Iâ??m 25

Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah has credited Michael Essien and Didier Drogba as two African footballers who have greatly influenced his career.Essien and Drogba, who were teammates at Chelsea, enjoyed immense success together, winning both domestic and European titles.Reflecting on the African players who shaped his football journey and left a mark on the Premier League, the former Arsenal forward highlighted Drogbaâ??s impact in particular."There were loads! Growing

Crystal Palace striker Eddie Nketiah has shared his most memorable experience from his visit to Ghana.Born in the UK to Ghanaian parents, the former Chelsea forward traveled to the West African nation for a holiday in November 2022.Upon landing at Kotoka International Airport, he was greeted by his parents and other family members in a joyous reunion.Speaking to NBC Sports, Nketiah fondly recalled the warm reception he received."Probably the welcoming I got at the airport.

Former Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu believes veteran coach Sellas Tetteh and his backroom staff deserve greater recognition for their remarkable success with Ghanaâ??s U-20 team.Tetteh, who previously coached the Black Starlets and the Local Black Stars, was appointed head coach of the Black Satellites and led them to an unforgettable triumph.Under his guidance, the team won the 2009 African Youth Championshipâ??Ghanaâ??s first title in the competition since

The English Premier League trophy has landed in Ghana for a mini tour in the capital, Accra. The trophy, which is the real, was unveiled at a gathering in Accra with Ghana legends John Painstil and John Mensah gracing the occasion.The title won by Manchester City last season will be on display in Labone on Sunday, with fans of the most popular league expected to come catch a glimpse of the trophy.Painstil, who played for West Ham United, Fulham and Leicester City during his time