The head coach of the Black Stars of Ghana, Otto Addo, has included familiar faces in his squad for the September international break.The national team is set to return to action next month for crucial games in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.On Tuesday, August 26, Coach Otto Addo named a 24-man squad he will be using for the games against Chad and Mali.The squad is led by regular players including Jordan Ayew, Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Antoine

Leicester City forward Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has not been included in the Black Stars squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali. The 21-year-old, who netted a sensational winner at the weekend for the Foxes against Charlton Athletic, was left out of the team for precautionary reasons.Issahaku just returned from a lengthy injury and has only made three competitive appearances in the past eight months."As for Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Otto Addo and his

Black Stars coach Otto Addo has named young forward Jerry Afriyie in his quad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali next month. The striker who recently sealed a deal to join RAAL La Louviere on loan from Al Qadsiah is one of seven forward named in the team for September's showdown.Afriyie's consistent invite stretches from November 2024 when he scored on his debut for Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Niger. The 18-year-old

VfB Stuttgart needed penalties to see off a spirited Eintracht Braunschweig in a thrilling DFB Pokal first-round tie that finished 4-4 after extra time.The game at the Eintracht-Stadion swung back and forth, with the hosts stunning Stuttgart early through Sven Köhlerâ??s strike. Ermedin DemiroviÄ? responded quickly with a header, before adding his second after the break. Fabio Di Micheleâ??s brace and a late own goal from Sanoussy Ba pushed the tie into extra time. Nick

English-born Ghanaian forward Daniel Adu-Adjei has opened up on his decision to join Croatian giants HNK Rijeka. The 20-year-iold striker signed a four-year deal to join Rijeka from English Premier League side AFC Bournemouth.Adu-Adjei who looked to be on course for first team chances at Bournemouth after a successful pre-season decided to go for a new challenge following Rijeka's hue interest."I'm glad to be here, I'm excited to play for Rijeka. I like the

The Black Stars of Ghana will regroup in Accra on Monday, September 1, to commence preparations for the next round of games in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Ghana next month will face off with Chad and Mali in crucial qualification games in Group I.According to a notice from the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Black Stars will train at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday and Tuesday before departing for Nâ??djamena Tuesday evening.The game against Chad on Matchday

CF Montréal claimed a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Austin FC at Stade Saputo, with German-Ghanaian striker Prince Osei Owusu playing a key role in the win.The night began brightly for the hosts when Hennadii Synchuk fired home in the ninth minute. Austin responded through Myrto Uzuniâ??s header before Dante Sealy restored Montréalâ??s lead on the stroke of halftime, sending the home crowd into cheers.Owusu, who started and lasted 81 minutes, gave the supporters another

Karela United have completed the signing of Ivorian forward Olivier Adom as part of their rebuilding project for the upcoming Ghana Premier League season.The forward arrives with a reputation for pace, strength, and a keen eye for goal, qualities that Karela hope will bolster their attack. Adomâ??s signing reflects the clubâ??s growing ambition to blend local talent with international quality in their push to climb higher up the table.Club insiders describe Adom as a key piece

Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu gave Plymouth Argyle a moment to remember on Tuesday night, heading home just before half-time to keep his side alive in the EFL Cup clash with Swansea City.The English-Ghanaian defender not only found the net but also put in a commanding display, lasting the full game and winning the hearts of the travelling Argyle fans.Swansea had drawn first blood through Zan Vipotnikâ??s powerful strike in the 22nd minute, but Sarpong-Wireduâ??s equaliser on the

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has been included in the Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali, despite his pending court appearance in London.The 32-year-old Arsenal player is due to reappear in court on September 2 over rape charges, just two days before Ghana face Chad in Nâ??Djamena. Four days later, the Black Stars will host Mali at the Accra Sports Stadium.Parteyâ??s availability had been in doubt, but he is expected to join the

Železničar Pančevo fought hard to earn a 2-1 win over Radnik Surdulica in the Serbian Super Liga on Sunday evening, with Ghanaian forward Kwaku Karikari playing a key role off the bench.The first half ended goalless despite both sides pushing for an opener. Just two minutes into the second half, Sava Petrov broke the deadlock with a neat finish, giving Železničar an early lead. Radnik responded in the 72nd minute when Martin Novakovic fired in an equalizer, igniting

Germany-born defender Derrick Arthur Köhn has been handed his debut call-up to play for Ghana. The left-back is in the Black Stars squad named by coach Otto Addo for the games against Chad and Mali in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup next month.Kohn has been on the radar of the technical team for a while and will now have the opportunity to prove his worth to the Black Stars.The 26-year-old moved from Galatasaray to Union Berlin this summer, following an eye-catching

Accra Hearts of Oak have completed the signing of 17-year-old defensive midfielder Kelvin Appiah on a three-year contract from lower-tier side Team Grace Sporting Club.The deal was finalised on Thursday, just a day before the clubâ??s FIFA-imposed transfer ban officially took effect.Appiah, widely regarded as a special talent, has been tipped for a bright future thanks to his composure, ball-winning ability, and maturity beyond his years in the midfield role.Having impressed

Former Asante Kotoko and Rainmasters attacker Dickson Afoakwa has completed a permanent move to Vision FC, strengthening the Ghana Premier League newcomers ahead of the 2025/26 season.Afoakwa, who has played for several clubs in Ghana and abroad, brings valuable top-flight experience to Vision FC as they prepare for their debut campaign in the Premier League.The forward previously featured for Kotoko, where his pace and attacking versatility made him a useful option, before moving

Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been named in Coach Otto Addoâ??s Black Stars squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Chad and Mali next month.The experienced shot-stopper is the only home-based player drafted in the 24-man squad named by the coach on Tuesday, August 26.Asare, who is retaining his place in the squad after featuring for Ghana at the 2025 Unity Cup, is likely to start in the upcoming games, despite the inclusion of top goalkeeper

The head coach of Ghana, Otto Addo, has named his squad for the upcoming matches against Chad and Mali in the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The squad features regulars Thomas Partey, Mohammed Kudus, Jordan Ayew, Gideon Mensah, Antoine Semenyo, and Inaki Williams.One of the standout inclusions is Union Berlin left-back Derrick Arthur Köhn, who earns his first call-up to the team.The 26-year-old, who recently moved from Galatasaray to Union Berlin following a successful

Swedru All Blacks have announced the signing of former Real Tamale United (RTU) left-back Abdul Aziz on a permanent deal ahead of the upcoming season.The experienced defender joins the historic Division One club as they continue to strengthen their squad in pursuit of a strong campaign and possible promotion push.Aziz, who previously featured for RTU in the Ghana Premier League, is known for his defensive awareness and ability to support attacking play from the flanks.All Blacks

Former Medeama SC midfielder Azariah Fordjour has completed a move to Karela United, signing a two-year contract with the club.Fordjour, who previously featured for Medeama in the Ghana Premier League, brings valuable experience and stability to the midfield of the Pride and Passion Boys.His versatility and work rate in the middle of the park are expected to provide Karela with a significant boost as they prepare for the upcoming season.The Tarkwa-based player is determined to use

Ghanaian midfielder Mohamud Abdul Karimu has completed a move to Estonian outfit Harju JK. The 22-year-old signed a deal to join Harju from Latvian topflight side FK Metta.Karimu, who previously played for Al Taawon in the Middle East, impressed Harju during a pre-season friendly.â??I'm very glad to be here. I feel at home and very welcomed. I am ready to give everything to put the club to it right spot. I love the atmosphere and the people are amazingâ?¦.lets get

Rene Hiddink has decided to not open talks with Heart of Oak after FIFA charged the Ghanaian club to pay the Dutch tactician $150,000 for unlawfully terminating his contract. Hiddink joined the Phobians on a three-year deal in 2023 but left the job after eight months. Hearts decided to end the contract and failed to pay the rest of money owed Hiddink, forcing him to seek redress from FIFA.A case he won with the world governing body ordering Hearts to settle the amount while also