Home / Sports (page 24)

Sports

GFA Blocks Sports Journalist Saddick Adams on Twitter 

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has stirred controversy by blocking prominent sports journalist Saddick Adams, popularly known as Sports Obama, on Twitter. This move comes in the wake of Adams’ persistent calls for the GFA to address concerns surrounding the management of the national football teams, particularly following the disappointing …

Read More »

National Sports Authority Faces Scrutiny Over Funds Mismanagement, Calls for Special Audit

The Chief Accountant and Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA) were left speechless as they struggled to justify why a portion of funds received for events in Accra was deposited into their Kumasi account, raising serious concerns about financial mismanagement within the organization. During a sitting of Parliament’s Public …

Read More »

Samuel Eto’o’s Attempted Resignation Declined by Cameroon Football Federation

Cameroon football icon and former African Player of the Year, Samuel Eto’o, encountered a setback in his endeavor to step down as president of the Cameroon Football Federation. The federation’s executive committee rejected his resignation proposal. Eto’o, who holds the distinguished record of clinching the African Player of the Year …

Read More »

Ghana Set to Field 500 Athletes for 13th African Games

Ghana is gearing up to showcase its talent with a contingent of over 500 athletes set to participate in diverse disciplines at the forthcoming 13th Africa Games slated for Accra in 2024. The Ghanaian delegation will vie for honors across a spectrum of sports including football, athletics, boxing, badminton, cycling, …

Read More »

We Can’t Allow Nigeria to Win the AFCON – Ghanaians

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have secured a spot in the semi-finals of the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Cote D’Ivoire, triumphing over Angola with a 1-0 victory in the quarter-finals. This achievement positions the Eagles for a potential fourth AFCON title, but it has stirred reactions from Ghanaians …

Read More »

Angola Players to Receive $250,000 for Victory Against Nigeria in AFCON 2023 Quarter-Finals

  Ahead of their quarter-final clash against Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Angola players have been promised an astronomical sum of $250,000 if they emerge victorious on Friday. This financial incentive adds to the already impressive motivation given to the Palancas Negras, who reportedly received iPhone …

Read More »

We Can’t Afford Herve Renard’s Wages – GFA

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is encountering hurdles in its quest to secure a new coach for the Black Stars, with financial limitations presenting a significant obstacle. Executive Council member Frederick Acheampong disclosed that Herve Renard, a two-time AFCON winner, remains the preferred candidate, but the economic situation may hinder …

Read More »

2023 All African Games: Ghana Paired With Benin, Congo, and The Gambia in Group A

In the upcoming 13th African Games Male Football Competition, Ghana’s national under-20 football team, the Black Satellites, will face formidable opponents in Group A. The draw has pitted them against Benin, Congo, and The Gambia in a challenging group stage. Scheduled to kick off in Accra from March 8–23, 2024, …

Read More »

NSA Board Chairman Calls Long-Term Contract for Next Black Stars Coach

The Chairman of the National Sports Authority (NSA) Board, Seth Panwum, is urging the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to consider offering a more extended contract to the next Black Stars coach. Panwum expresses dissatisfaction with the frequent turnover of coaches, emphasizing that a prolonged term would provide stability and enhance …

Read More »

Ghanaian Sprinter Benjamin Azamati Secures Top Spot in Global 60-Meter Rankings

Ghana’s track and field sensation, Benjamin Azamati, has claimed the title of Africa’s fastest sprinter in the 60-meter category. This outstanding achievement was showcased at the 2024 New Mexico Team Open, held from January 26-27 at the Albuquerque Convention Centre in the USA. The global governing body for athletics, World …

Read More »