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Zambia Defeats Black Queens in Olympic Games Qualifier

The Black Queens of Ghana suffered a setback in their quest to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics after a 1-0 defeat against Zambia in a thrilling encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium. Racheal Kundananhi’s first-half goal proved decisive for Zambia, denting the Black Queens’ hopes of progressing in the …

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Al Ahly Beats Medeama at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in CAF Champions League

Medeama’s hopes of advancing to the knockout stage of the CAF Champions League took a hit as they suffered a 1-0 defeat against 11-time champions Al Ahly at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. The Tarkwa-based club faced a tough challenge against the experienced Al Ahly side, who displayed superior …

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 Former Barcelona Star Dani Alves Sentenced to 4 Years in Prison for Rape

Former Barcelona star Dani Alves has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison after being found guilty of raping a woman at a Spanish nightclub. The 40-year-old was convicted at a court in Barcelona after a trial earlier this month. Alves had been accused of raping a …

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Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif Vows to Settle Black Queens’ Outstanding Bonuses

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has pledged unwavering support to the Black Queens, assuring them that all pending bonuses will be promptly settled. This assurance came during a visit to the team alongside Ghana Football Association (GFA) president, Simeon-Okraku, in Accra. Accompanied by Deputy Sports Minister Evans …

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Abdul Baba Rahman Regains Consciousness After Collapsing During Greek Cup Semifinal

Ghanaian footballer Abdul Baba Rahman, who plays as a left-back for PAOK, has regained consciousness after collapsing during a Greek Cup semifinal match against Panathinaikos. The incident occurred in the 115th minute of the game when Rahman collided with an opponent’s head. Swift medical attention was provided on the field …

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Zambian Forward Norin Betani Passes Away Ahead of Paris Olympics Qualifiers Match With Ghana 

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has announced the tragic passing of one of their players, Norin Betani, just ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games women’s football qualifier against Ghana. Initially named in the squad to face Ghana, Betani fell ill before the team’s departure to Accra. Suspected to …

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Ghanaian Comedian Yaw Dabo Visits Barcelona Museum, Jokes About Messi’s Ballon d’Or

Yaw Dabo, a renowned Ghanaian comic actor, recently visited the FC Barcelona museum in Spain, where he entertained his entourage with humorous remarks about Lionel Messi’s Ballon d’Or trophy on display. In a video shared on his Instagram page, Dabo humorously claimed that one of the Ballon d’Or trophies belonged …

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Bayern Munich to Part Ways with Thomas Tuchel at the End of the Season

Bayern Munich is reportedly set to part ways with head coach Thomas Tuchel at the end of the current season. According to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, the decision comes after crisis talks between the club and Tuchel, with an official announcement expected in the coming days. Tuchel, who took over …

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Accra Sports Stadium Faces Power Disconnection Again Over GH¢400,000 Debt The Accra Sports Stadium is

The Accra Sports Stadium is facing another power disconnection by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) due to outstanding debts amounting to over GH¢400,000. The stadium, currently undergoing renovation for the upcoming 2023 Africa Games and scheduled to host the Black Queens’ Olympic Games qualifier against Zambia, has had its …

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Sports Ministry Plans National Dialogue to Address Decline in Ghanaian Football

The Minister of Youth and Sports, Mr. Mustapha Ussif, has announced plans to initiate a national dialogue to address the decline in Ghana’s football success. This decision comes in the wake of Ghana’s disappointing performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. During an address to the Parliament of Ghana, …

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