Gambia head coach Johnathan McKinstry has admitted that his side face a monumental task after being drawn alongside Ghana and Ivory Coast in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers but insisted the Scorpions are ready for the challenge.Speaking after the draw in Cairo, McKinstry acknowledged the quality of the two African giants in Group C, which also includes Somalia."We are very excited by the draw. Group C is a fantastic group, and, of course, we know the level

Nathaniel Adjei has expressed confidence and excitement ahead of Ghanaâ??s upcoming international friendly against Mexico.The 23-year-old centre-back has joined the Black Stars camp ahead of Fridayâ??s high-profile friendly encounter at the Estadio Cuauhtémoc.The towering centre-back, who recently earned a return to the Ghana squad following his impressive performances in France, believes the friendly encounter presents a great opportunity for the team to continue building

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has described the new partnership with Metro Mass Transit Limited as a major step forward in the modernisation of football logistics in Ghana.Speaking on the agreement, the countryâ??s football leader highlighted that the collaboration represents a transformative moment for how football travel and operations will be managed across the country.He believes that the collaboration will benefit not just the national

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has entered into a new partnership with Metro Mass Transit Limited aimed at improving transportation for the countryâ??s national football teams.Under the agreement, Metro Mass Transit will supply dedicated 54-seater buses to transport the Black Stars, other national teams, and football stakeholders to various assignments across the country.The initiative is designed to ensure safe, reliable, and well-coordinated travel for national teams."Under

Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC have shown strong interest in Hohoe United captain Usman Safianu as they look to strengthen their midfield ahead of next season's CAF Champions League campaign.The highly rated midfielder has been one of the few bright spots for Hohoe United in a difficult season, demonstrating quality and leadership despite his side's struggles at the bottom of the table.His performances have caught the attention of the Tarkwa-based club, who

Senegal have been handed a significant boost as captain Kalidou Koulibaly returns to training ahead of 2026 World Cup.The former Chelsea and Napoli defender has been sidelined after picking up an injury during a training session with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal a few weeks ago. The setback sparked concern across Senegal, with supporters and technical staff closely monitoring the defenderâ??s recovery given his importance to the teamâ??s defensive structure and leadership.However,

Ethan Ampadu capped a commanding 2025-26 campaign by collecting both the Player of the Year and Playersâ?? Player of the Year awards at Leeds Unitedâ??s end-of-season ceremony on Tuesday night, underlining his influence during a crucial survival fight.The Whites captain was central to Leeds Unitedâ??s successful bid to remain in the Premier League, with the club securing safety three matches before the end of the season.Ampadu, who previously won the clubâ??s top individual

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has issued a formal clarification to ease the growing anxiety among supporters and partners regarding the availability of tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.In a statement released on May 20, 2026, the national football governing body confirmed that FIFA has not yet commenced the distribution of tickets to any purchasers globally.This update comes as fans expressed concerns over the lack of physical or digital access to their seats just weeks

Medeama SC are advancing negotiations to secure the signing of Heart of Lions defensive midfielder Este Dogli, with reports indicating talks have reached an advanced stage.The reigning Ghana Premier League champions are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of next season's CAF Champions League campaign.Dogli has been one of the standout performers in the domestic top flight since joining Heart of Lions in August 2025.The holding midfielder has made 18 league appearances

Mainz sporting director Niko Bungert has placed strong emphasis on the age profile of new signing Ransford-Yeboah Konigsdorffer, describing the forwardâ??s current stage of development as a major reason behind the clubâ??s confidence in the transfer.The Ghana international, who arrives on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Hamburger SV, has been singled out by Mainz for what Bungert called an 'excellent age'.â??At 24, Ransford is at an excellent

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has announced a new partnership with Metro Mass Transit (MTT) aimed at supporting the movement of supporters to and from match venues across the country.Speaking about the initiative, Okraku disclosed that MTT will provide transportation for fans attending games in the women's league, Division One League, Ghana Premier League, as well as matches involving the national teams."MTT will support the movement of supporters to

Ghanaâ??s Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Adams, has warned supporters against paying money to individuals or organisations claiming they can facilitate travel arrangements for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking on the growing interest surrounding Ghanaâ??s participation at the tournament, Adams said neither the ministry nor the World Cup oversight committee had authorised any person or group to collect money or secure travel opportunities on behalf of supporters."Please

New champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies have officially been confirmed as Ghanaâ??s representatives for the 2026 CAF Womenâ??s Champions League WAFU B qualifiers.The regional qualifying tournament will be hosted in Burkina Faso from August 23 to September 5, 2026, bringing together league-winning clubs from the West African Football Union Zone B to compete for qualification to the CAF Womenâ??s Champions League.Ampem Darkoa earned the opportunity after another impressive domestic

Former CAF General Secretary Véron Mosengo-Omba has officially been elected as the new president of Federation Congolaise de Football Association (FECOFA), securing a commanding victory at the General Assembly held in Kinshasa on Wednesday.Véron Mosengo-Omba, who stood as the sole candidate in the election, received an overwhelming 60 votes out of 65 ballots cast, underlining the strong backing from Congolese football circles.Only three delegates voted against his candidacy,

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has revealed that the Black Starsâ?? qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already having a positive impact across several sectors of the country, beyond football.Speaking in an interview with Asaase FM, the GFAâ??s Head of Public Relations and Strategy, Neil Armstrong Mortagbe, explained that the achievement has created opportunities throughout Ghanaâ??s football ecosystem, including womenâ??s football and other national teams.â??Qualifying

Head of Public Relations and Strategy at the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Neil Armstrong Mortagbe, has expressed optimism that the Black Stars will make the country proud at the 2026 World Cup.Ghana will make their fifth appearance in the history of the Mundial this summer in the USA, Canada and Mexico.However, after Black Stars' back-to-back defeats against Austria and Germany as part of the team's preparations, Otto Addo was sacked, with Carlos Queiroz taking

Medeama SC head coach, Ibrahim Tanko, beleives his players deserve a place in Black Stars' squad for the 2026 World Cup after his side clinched the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title.Tanko guided the Yellow and Mauve to their second league title in a row in dominant fashion, sealing the title with a game to spare after recording 17 wins and just five defeats during the season.Amidst Medeamaâ??s remarkable season, there are intensified calls for more home-based players

Johnathan McKinstry says Gambia are excited by the challenge of facing Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after Tuesdayâ??s draw in Cairo.The Scorpions were drawn in a difficult Group C alongside former champions the Black Stars and Cote d'Ivoire and Somalia as the race for qualification to the continental showpiece begins later this year.Reacting to the draw, McKinstry described the group as one of the most competitive in the qualifiers

Medeama will officially lift the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League trophy in Tarkwa after the Ghana Football Association confirmed a special coronation match against Basake Holy Stars on Wednesday, May 27.The decision means the champions will not receive the trophy after this weekendâ??s final league game against Hearts of Oak in Accra, despite earlier expectations that the title presentation could take place at the Accra Sports Stadium.Sources had indicated that Medeama explored

Kofi Adams has dismissed reports claiming Ghanaian supporters have been denied visas by the United States Embassy ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Sports and Recreation Minister said fans being organised through the government-backed World Cup travel arrangement have not yet attended visa interviews, making reports of widespread refusals inaccurate.Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Adams said discussions between the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, the World Cup Oversight