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Dreams FC Clarifies Prize Money Distribution in CAF Confederation Cup

In a bid to clear the air surrounding the financial rewards associated with their participation in the ongoing CAF Confederation Cup, Dreams FC has released a statement outlining the prize money structure for the competition. According to the management of Dreams FC, the club is entitled to a participation fee …

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Black Stars Assistant Coach John Paintsil Sues Media Outlets and Journalists Over Criticism of Coaching Appointment

Former Ghanaian footballer John Paintsil has taken legal action against several media houses, sports journalists, and an analyst following criticism of his recent appointment as assistant coach of the Ghana national team. In a writ dated Thursday, April 4, 2024, Paintsil filed a lawsuit against Saddick Adams, Christopher Nimley, Patrick …

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Ghana Drops to 68th in Latest Coca-Cola FIFA World Rankings, 14th in Africa

Ghana Black Stars, have experienced a decline in the latest FIFA World Rankings after their recent international matches over the March break. During this period, the Black Stars faced Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Uganda, resulting in a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria followed by a 2-2 draw against Uganda. These results …

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Dreams FC Beat Stade Malien in First Leg of  CAF Confederation Cup Quarterfinal 

Dreams FC secured a 2-1 victory over Stade Malien in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinals, becoming the first Ghana Premier League side to win a knockout game in the tournament since Goldfields (now AshGold) achieved the feat in 2001. The match, played in Mali, saw Captain …

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Accra 2023: Ministry of Sports to Settle Volunteer Allowances for African Games

Juliana Addo-Yobo, the director overseeing volunteers for the 13th African Games, has announced that the Ministry of Sports is actively working to resolve outstanding allowances for volunteers. This comes after volunteers expressed discontent over the delay in receiving the promised GH¢2,500 allowance. Volunteers had been assured of GH¢500 for transportation …

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Volunteers Clash with Officials Over Unpaid Allowances After Conclusion of 13th African Games

Tensions rose at the University of Ghana campus as volunteers of the 13th African Games clashed with officials over unpaid allowances and unfulfilled promises. The volunteers, numbering about 3,000 and comprising both foreign nationals and Ghanaians, alleged that officials had failed to honor their agreement of GHC2,500 per person, which …

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Ghana Black Stars Struggle Again in International Friendly, Settle for 2-2 Draw Against Uganda

In their second international friendly game in Morocco, Ghana’s Black Stars faced off against the Cranes of Uganda in a tightly contested match that ended in a 2-2 draw. The Black Stars took an early lead in the 7th minute when Jerome Opoku headed home a corner kick from Jordan …

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Minority Calls for Probe into $240 Million Expenditure on Accra 2023 African Games

  The Minority in Parliament has called for a bipartisan parliamentary probe into the $240 million spent by the government on the recently concluded 13th African Games held in Accra, Ghana The Minority criticized the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government, stating that despite the significant amount of money spent on the games, the …

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Black Princesses Goalkeeper Afi Amenyeku Presents Her Gold Medal Won at the Just ended 13th African Games to Her Father

  Black Princesses goalkeeper and captain, Afi Amenyeku, recently presented her gold medal won at the 13th African Games to her father in a touching gesture of appreciation and love. Amenyeku played a crucial role in leading the Ghana U-20 team to victory, securing the gold medal at the African …

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Former GFA President Kwesi Nyantakyi Set to Contest Ejisu Parliamentary Seat Following John Kumah’s Passing

Former President of the Ghana Football Association, Kwesi Nyantakyi, has expressed his intention to run in the upcoming by-election in the Ejisu constituency following the passing of John Kumah. During an interview in Kumasi at the launch of the New Patriotic Party’s Ashanti Regional Campaign team, Mr. Nyantakyi stated his …

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