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All African Games: Black Princesses Beat Nigeria to Win Women’s U-20 Final

In a thrilling finale at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium, Ghana’s Black Princesses secured a historic victory, dethroning Nigeria to claim the 2023 All African Games women’s football title. The game started with a 23rd-minute setback for Ghana, as a goalkeeping error gifted Nigeria the lead. However, the Black Princesses …

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Mohamed Diomande Declines Ghana Call-Up, Seeks Time to Decide International Future

Mohamed Diomande has declined Ghana’s call-up for the upcoming friendly matches against Nigeria and Uganda, citing the need for more time to decide on his international future. Born in Ivory Coast, Diomande previously played for the Right to Dream academy in Ghana before moving to Europe to join FC Nordsjaelland. …

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Four Ghanaian Athletes Qualify for 200m Semifinals at African Games 2023

  Team Ghana has secured four spots in the semifinals of the men’s and women’s 200m event at the ongoing African Games. Janet Mensah secured her spot in the women’s event with an impressive time of 23.75 seconds, winning her heat convincingly. In the men’s event, Joseph Amoah (20.91s) and …

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Mohamed Kudus Out of Ghana Squad for Nigeria, Uganda Friendlies Due to Injury

Ghana’s national team, the Black Stars, will be missing the talents of midfielder Mohamed Kudus for their upcoming international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda. Kudus, a key player for West Ham, has been sidelined due to a shoulder issue, forcing him to withdraw from contention for the matches. Initially included …

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South Africa Withdraws from African Games Hockey Due to Unfit Facilities and Unprepared Hosts

South Africa has made the decision to withdraw both its men’s and women’s hockey teams from the ongoing 13th African Games in Accra, citing concerns over the substandard facilities and ill-preparedness of the hosts. This action follows recommendations and guidelines outlined by the International Hockey Federation. The withdrawal stems from …

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Joseph Paintsil Explains Absence from Black Stars Squad for International Friendlies

Joseph Paintsil, who is  currently plying his trade with LA Galaxy in the United States, has clarified the reason behind his inability to join the Black Stars squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda. In a heartfelt message, Paintsil revealed that due to his recent transfer to …

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Otto Addo Appoints Joseph Laumann, John Paintsil, and Fatau Dauda as Assistant Coaches for Black Stars

In a strategic move to bolster the technical setup of the Ghana national football team, newly appointed head coach Otto Addo has unveiled his backroom staff. Joining Addo on the coaching team are Joseph Laumann, John Paintsil, and Fatau Dauda, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the …

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Otto Addo Names 26-Man Squad Selection for Nigeria and Uganda Friendlies

Otto Addo, the head coach of the Ghanaian national football team, has unveiled his 26-man squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Nigeria and Uganda. Among the notable selections are David Akologo, who plies his trade in Bolivia, Ibrahim Osman from Nordsjaelland, Nathaniel Adjei representing a French club, and Diomande …

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Otto Addo Reappointed as Black Stars Coach

The Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council has given its blessing to the recommendation of the five-member Black Stars Head Coach search committee, reappointing Otto Addo as the coach of the national team. The decision was reached after a lengthy emergency meeting of the Executive Council on Thursday, March 14, 2024. …

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Black Princesses Secure Semifinal Spot with Victory Over Tanzania

In the African Games Women’s football event, the Black Princesses sealed their spot in the semifinals by defeating Tanzania 2-1 at Cape Coast Stadium on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The game kicked off with Tanzania dominating possession, frustrating the Black Princesses who struggled to maintain their composure. Despite this, Tanzania …

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