Former USA youth international, Derrick Jones Acheampong, has opened up on his desire to represent Ghana at senior level. The Columbus Crew midfielder played for the United States at the U20 and U23 levels but has now decided to switch nationality and play for the Black Stars.Jones, who joined Crew in 2023 and won the Leagues Cup with the Gold and Black, insists he is ready and waiting for the opportunity."Yes, I am looking forward to see if I can get the opportunity to

American-Ghanaian midfielder Derrick Jones Acheampong has set sight on winning the Major League Soccer with Columbus Crew. The 28-year-old midfielder watched from the bench on Saturday as Crew split the points with New York Red Bulls at the Sports Illustrated Stadium, keeping their play-off hopes alive.Despite making few appearances this season, the former US youth international remains positive of his side's chances."For me, obviously, we are a team and we know we

AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo has declared the Black Stars readiness for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying game against Chad.Having missed out on the 2025 AFCON, to be staged in Morocco later this year, the Black Stars has shifted their attention to the 2026 World Cup qualification.The West African powerhouse will face Chad at the Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno at 1 pm on Thursday, September 4 before hosting Mali in a crunch clash at the Accra Sports

The Black Stars of Ghana will depart Accra for N'Djamena on Tuesday, September 2, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Chad.Ghana opened camp on Monday, with twelve players participating in the first training session, held at the Accra Sports Stadium. Meanwhile, the rest of the squad are expected to join the team for Tuesday's trip.As mandated by the worldâ??s football governing body (FIFA) and CAF, the Stars will train at the match venue (N'Djamena) on

English side Sunderland AFC have announced the signing of Dutch forward of Ghanaian descent, Brian Brobbey.The club completed the signing of the youngster on transfer deadline day from Dutch giants Ajax.â??Sunderland AFC is delighted to announce the signing of Brian Brobbey, subject to international clearance.â??Moving to Wearside from Ajax, the 23-year-old striker has signed a five-year contract at the Stadium of Light,â? Sunderland said in a club notice.Speaking after

Belgian giants RSC Anderlecht are reportedly leading the race for the signature of Swedish-born striker of Ghanaian descent Jonah Kusi-Asare.The teenager has been linked with a move away from Bayern Munich for a while, but nothing has happened in the summer window.Before the transfer window in England closed on Monday, September 1, Fulham came close to signing Kusi-Asare, but the paperwork could not be completed in time.Although the window is closed in England, it remains open in

Spanish Segunda Division newcomers AD Ceuta FC have announced the signing of Ghanaian striker Samuel Obeng Gyabaa on transfer deadline day.The 27-year-old forward arrives as a free agent after leaving Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club, where he featured last season and even competed in the prestigious FIFA Club World Cup.Despite a brief and challenging spell in North Africa, Obeng remains highly regarded for his work rate and professionalism.Born in Ghana on May 15, 1997, but

Ghana international Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has reacted to the loan transfer of Moroccan midfielder Bilal El Khannouss from Leicester City to VfB Stuttgart. El Khannouss joined the German Bundesliga club on loan from the English Championship outfit with an option for a permanent deal on Monday, September 1.In a farewell message from the 21-year-old on social media, he said, â??Dear Foxes, thank you to the club and Khun Top for having allowed me to play for this badge.â??I want

Newport County have secured the services of Ghanaian forward Nathan Opoku on loan from Leicester City until 31 December 2025, subject to EFL approval and international clearance.The 24-year-old arrives with a reputation as a prolific goalscorer from his time in the United States collegiate system and valuable professional experience in Europe.Opoku first rose to prominence at Lindsey Wilson College, where he scored 19 goals in 19 appearances before moving to Syracuse University.His

The Black Stars began preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers with 12 players taking part in their first training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday evening.Ghana face Chad on Thursday before hosting Mali in Accra four days later.The initial group included 10 outfield players and two goalkeepers. Captain Jordan Ayew, Antoine Semenyo, Elisha Owusu, and Gideon Mensah were the most experienced in camp, joined by Benjamin Asare, Joseph Anang, Jerry Afriyie,

Ghana Premier League side Medeama Sporting Club have extended best wishes to defender Nurudeen Abdulai following his transfer to Scottish outfit Dunfermline Athletic FC.The Tarkwa-based club in a notice on Monday, September 1, indicated that the player has signed for the Scottish Championship side, making an important step forward in his career.In the notice, Medeama thanked Nurudeen for his contributions to the club during his stay and wished him success in the new chapter of his

Ghana Premier League side Medeama Sporting Club have confirmed the signing of striker Ibrahim Nurudeen.In an official club statement on Monday, September, it said the forward has joined on a two-year contract ahead of the new football season.â??Medeama Sporting Club is delighted to announce the signing of prolific striker Ibrahim Nurudeen on a two-year deal,â? the club statement said.It added, â??Nurudeen joins the Mauve and Yellow after parting ways with Sudanese side

Ghanaian centre-back Nurudeen Abdulai has completed a move to Scottish Championship side Dunfermline Athletic from Medeama SC, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The highly-rated 21-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the Pars after the two clubs agreed an undisclosed fee, with the deal subject to visa approval and international clearance.Abdulai arrives at East End Park with solid experience under his belt, having made over 75 appearances in the Ghana Premier League and

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially released the roster of match officials for the upcoming 2025/26 Premier League campaign, confirming the referees and assistant referees who will take charge of fixtures in Ghanaâ??s top-flight competition.The list features 28 referees and 28 assistant referees, representing a balanced blend of experience and emerging talent. Among them are six male FIFA referees and five FIFA assistant referees, all of whom have earned recognition

Joel Agyekum is close to taking an important step in his young career, with reports suggesting he could spend next season on loan at Viktoria Köln.The Hamburg-born defender has found his chances limited at HSV after the club strengthened its defense with new signings. A season in the 3. Liga could give the 20-year-old valuable minutes and room to grow.Agyekumâ??s story at HSV began when he joined the club at the age of 11. He rose steadily through the youth system before earning

Ghana international midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana has sealed a move to Serie A side Bologna FC 1909 from Atalanta BC, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The 21-year-old joins the Rossoblu on loan until June 30, 2026, with the club holding an option to make the deal permanent.Sulemana becomes the fifth Ghanaian in Bolognaâ??s history, following in the footsteps of Stephen Appiah, Kwadwo Asamoah, Godfred Donsah, and Afriyie Acquah.Born in 2003, Sulemana has been on the radar of the Ghana

Ghanaian midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana has completed a season-long loan move to Bologna from Atalanta, with the deal including an option to buy.The 22-year-old, who joined Atalanta from Hellas Verona in 2023, will now continue his development under Bolognaâ??s new manager Vincenzo Italiano, as the club prepares for a busy season that includes participation in the UEFA Europa League.Sulemana is highly regarded for his energy, ball-winning ability, and versatility in midfield, attributes

Besiktas is moving with quiet determination as it looks to bring Alexander Djiku to Istanbul on a permanent deal.The 31-year-old Ghanaian centre-back, currently with Fenerbahçe, has caught the attention of Besiktas officials who believe his presence could add strength and leadership to their backline.Behind closed doors, the Black Eagles club leaders are working tirelessly to shape a squad capable of handling the long and demanding season. Djikuâ??s ability to read the game,

German-born Ghanaian defender King Manu has sealed a loan move to FC Energie Cottbus from Fortuna Dusseldorf, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The 21-year-old central defender will represent the third-tier side until the end of the season, donning the number 2 jersey as he looks to gain more first-team experience.Energie head coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz expressed delight at the acquisition, highlighting Manuâ??s attributes and leadership qualities despite his young age.â??We