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Ghana’s Black Queens Secure Spot in 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Despite Loss to Namibia

In a bid to secure their place in the upcoming 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Morocco, Ghana’s national women’s football team, the Black Queens, faced off against Namibia in a decisive qualifying match. The game, held at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, ended …

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Victor Osimhen Clinches 2023 AIC Serie A Player of the Year Award

Napoli’s Victor Osimhen has been honored with the prestigious Serie A Footballer of the Year award at the AIC ceremony. The Nigerian striker’s exceptional form played a pivotal role in guiding Napoli to a victorious league season. Osimhen showcased his prowess by scoring an impressive 26 goals in 32 league …

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Cristiano Ronaldo Faces $1 Billion Lawsuit Over Binance Promotion

Renowned footballer Cristiano Ronaldo is entangled in a class-action lawsuit filed in the US regarding his endorsement of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. Plaintiffs allege that Ronaldo’s promotion of Binance resulted in their making investment losses and are now seeking damages exceeding $1 billion. The lawsuit centers on Ronaldo’s …

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Ghanaian-Born Spanish Talent Nico Williams Extends Contract With Athletic Club Until 2027

In a decisive move that solidifies his commitment to Athletic Club, Nico Williams, the Ghanaian-born Spanish footballer, has penned a new contract extension, binding himself to the club until June 2027. This significant deal not only secures the player’s future at Athletic Club but also underscores his profound respect and …

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Arsenal Thrash Lens 6-0 in Record-breaking Champions League Victory 

Arsenal secured a resounding 6-0 win against RC Lens, marking the biggest victory by an English team against a French opponent in European competition. The match saw Lens suffer their heaviest defeat in European history, conceding six goals for the first time ever in such a match. The game at …

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Haaland Sets New Champions League Record as Manchester City Stage Remarkable Comeback Against RB Leipzig 

In an exhilarating Champions League encounter, Erling Haaland carved his name into history by becoming the fastest player to reach 40 goals in the prestigious tournament. Haaland’s exceptional feat unfolded in Manchester City’s thrilling comeback victory over RB Leipzig at the Etihad Stadium. Initially trailing by two goals, Manchester City …

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Ghanaians Call for Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo to Join Black Stars

Ghanaians are fervently urging Kobbie Mainoo, an 18-year-old midfielder from Manchester United, to join their national team, the Black Stars, following his standout performance during his Premier League debut against Everton. Mainoo’s exceptional display in United’s 3-0 victory has ignited widespread admiration, with many touting him as a future football …

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Andre Ayew Sent Off 2 Minutes into His Debut for Le Havre

In what was anticipated to be a promising start to his tenure at Le Havre, Black Stars’ captain Andre Dede Ayew faced an unexpected setback as he was sent off within moments of stepping onto the pitch. Ayew’s debut for the club turned sour when, as a substitute in the …

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South Africa Withdraws Bid to Host 2027 Women’s World Cup

South Africa has opted out of the competition to host the Women’s World Cup in 2027. The decision leaves three contenders in the race after the South African Football Association (Safa) declared its intention to focus on presenting a more robust bid for the 2031 tournament. Despite being among the …

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Black Stars Defender Mohammed Salisu Returns to AS Monaco’s Match Day Squad After Injury Layoff

Ghanaian defender Mohammed Salisu is set to make a comeback to AS Monaco’s match day squad for their upcoming game against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) this weekend. Salisu had been sidelined for over a month due to a pubalgia issue, which had kept him out of action since September. The talented …

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