A young goalkeeperâ??s dream has come true as King Agbozo of Nkawkaw Salvation Army Primary School, who recently emerged champion at the U-13 MILO Championship in the Western Region, has finally met his football idol.The talented shot-stopper had the rare opportunity to come face to face with Black Stars and Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare at the Accra Sports Stadium.Asare, who is currently on national duty with the Black Galaxies, welcomed the young lad with warmth and

Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has conceded that his team lost to a better side on Wednesday after their defeat to Dreams FC in the Ghana Premier League.The Hunters played host to the Still Believe Boys at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park hoping to claim all three points to continue their steady climb in the league table.In what turned out to be a tough match for the hosts, Dreams FC dominated the contest and cruised to a 2-1 victory at the end of the 90 minutes.Speaking in

Zulte Waregem forward Joseph Opoku has been voted the Belgian Jupiler Pro League's Player of the Month for April following a blistering run of form that has helped his side fight for top-flight survival.The 20-year-old Ghanaian featured in four games during the month, failing to score in just one of those matches. He drew a blank against Cercle Brugge before exploding back to form with two goals in a 2-1 away win over Dender.He then provided an assist in a 2-0 victory over

Heart of Lions head coach Bashir Hayford has described his teamâ??s defeat to Nations FC as unfortunate, insisting that they must bounce back immediately in their next Ghana Premier League fixture.In the Week 30 fixture played at the Kpando Sports Stadium on Wednesday, only one goal separated the two teams, with the visitors returning to Abrankese with all three points.Speaking in his post-match interview, Bashir Hayford congratulated Nations FC for their win, stating that they

Fred Pappoe believes the appointment of Carlos Queiroz gives the Black Stars an experienced coach capable of handling the demands and pressure of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The former Ghana FA vice president said Queirozâ??s international pedigree and leadership qualities make him the right choice to guide Ghana at the tournament in North America.According to him, the Black Stars currently need a coach with confidence, authority and experience to restore belief within the national

Former Ghana Football Association vice president Fred Pappoe believes newly appointed Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz is the right man to lead Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking on Sporty FM, Pappoe said Ghana needed an experienced coach capable of restoring confidence within the national team ahead of the tournament.â??I think itâ??s about the best person because we find ourselves just about forty-three days away from the World Cup,â? he said.Pappoe noted that

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) vice president Fred Pappoe has praised some club owners for their continued investment and commitment to the development of Ghana football despite the challenges facing the local game.Speaking on Sporty FM, Pappoe acknowledged the efforts of football administrators and investors who continue to provide better environments for players and clubs.According to him, some clubs have been able to keep players longer because of the conditions and

Former Ghana Football Association vice president Fred Pappoe believes the continued departure of players abroad remains one of the biggest challenges facing the Ghana Premier League.Pappoe, in an interview on Sporty FM, said clubs find it difficult to hold on to players once offers arrive from agents and foreign teams because of the economic realities many footballers face."Itâ??s a very difficult area because once a player receives an approach from any agent or any prospective

Former Ghana Football Association vice president Fred Pappoe has called for major reforms to help revive the Ghana Premier League amid growing concerns over declining fan interest and the continued departure of local talents.Speaking on Sporty FM, Pappoe said improving attendance, sponsorship and league organisation remains key to rebuilding confidence in the domestic competition.The experienced football administrator noted that the once vibrant league has suffered in recent years

The Football Association has started Module II of the CAF Licence B Coaching Course at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence as part of efforts to improve coaching standards and football development in the country.A total of 25 participants are taking part in the final phase of the course, which involves ten days of intensive training sessions aimed at improving their technical knowledge and practical coaching skills.The programme forms part of the GFAâ??s coach education

Former Asante Kotoko star Jordan Opoku has casted doubts about the chances of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.The global showpiece, to be co-hosted by United States, Canada and Mexico will feature an expanded 48 countries, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s automatic nine slots for the tournament.The West African powerhouse are paired in Group L alongside football powerhouses England, Croatia, and Panama.Ghana will open their campaign against Panama

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has suffered an injury scare ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.The setback comes at a worrying time for both club and country, with less than a month remaining before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Koulibaly reportedly picked up the injury during a training session with Al Hilal several weeks ago and has yet to fully recover. Despite ongoing rehabilitation efforts, the Senegalese centre-back will

Ivory Coast international Franck Kessié has suffered an injury setback few weeks away from the commencement of the 2026 World Cup tournament.The former AC Milan and Barcelona star was forced off with injury during Al Ahliâ??s Saudi Pro League clash against Al Fateh on Wednesday, a setback that comes at the worst possible time for both club and country.Kessie lasted just 32 minutes before being withdrawn, unable to continue after picking up an injury that immediately raised

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has dismissed claims made by members of Ghanaâ??s 4x100m relay team that Black Stars get flight tickets for international assignments a month ahead while they are treated differently.The team questioned the ministry over logistical support and travel arrangements following their qualification for the 2027 World Championships over the weekend in Botswana at the World Relays.The team booked their place with a time of 38.09 seconds,

Black Stars goalkeeping coach Daniel Gaspar has described the Ghana Premier League meeting between Accra Hearts of Oak and Karela United as an enjoyable experience during his latest scouting assignment.The Portuguese-American, who officially started his role on April 28, 2026, watched the fixture at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking after the game, Gaspar said he appreciated the atmosphere and overall flow of the contest.â??I

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson says he is confident his side will secure qualification for the 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup this weekend.Ghana's junior female national team will be hosted by Uganda in the second leg of the final round of qualifiers for the tournament, which will be staged in Poland later this year.The Black Princesses secured a 2-1 win in the first leg in Accra last Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.Speaking ahead of the clash, Sampson

Okwahu United, Na God FC, Accra Lions and Golden Warriors face a tense fight for survival as the Access Bank Division One League Zone III enters its penultimate round this weekend.With Great Ambition FC already relegated, eight clubs remain locked in the battle to avoid the drop with only two matches left in the season.Champions Port City FC will return to action against True Democracy at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Park in Tema New Town after sealing promotion to the Ghana Premier League.

There is still plenty at stake on matchday 29 of the Access Bank Division One League in Zone Two despite FC AshantiGold â??04 already sealing the title and promotion to the Ghana Premier League.With only two matches remaining, the battle for survival continues to intensify for bottom-placed UCC Youngsters, Sekondi Eleven Wise and Police National FC.Champions AshantiGold will host PAC Academy at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium on Sunday before ending their campaign away to King Faisal

The Ghana Premier League title race took another dramatic turn on Wednesday after Berekum Chelsea stunned leaders Medeama SC 2-1 at the Golden City Park to blow the battle for the title wide open with only three matches remaining.Medeama appeared on course to strengthen their position at the top when Kelvin Nkrumah fired them ahead in the 12th minute after being set up by Salim Adams.However, Chelsea responded with determination as Seidu Abubakar restored parity before Jonah Attuguaye

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has presented medals, plaques and trophies to the 10 Regional Football Associations (RFAs) to reward outstanding performers in the 2025-26 juvenile league season.The presentation ceremony was led by Regional Football Association Coordinator Michael Daasebre Adu Asare, who officially handed over the items to Greater Accra Football Association chairman Samuel Aboabire on behalf of the regional associations.The awards package, sponsored by the KGL