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WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship: Ghana Drawn Against Togo, Niger, and Benin

Ghana’s National Men’s Under 20 Football Team, the Black Satellites, have been placed in Group A for the 2024 WAFU Zone B Championship. The tournament is set to take place from October 17 to October 31, 2024. Following the draw held today, Ghana will face off against Togo, Niger, and …

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We have written to CAF to Inspect the Accra and Cape Coast Sports Stadia – Mustapha Ussif

The Ghanaian government has strongly refuted claims by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) that the country lacks FIFA-standard pitches to host international matches. This denial follows CAF’s recent ban on the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, the only approved venue for the Black Stars, due to its failure to …

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I’m not the worst Sports Minister in Ghana – Mustapha Ussif

Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has addressed claims labeling him as “the worst Sports Minister” in the country’s history. During a session with the Parliamentary Select Committee on Sports, Culture, and Tourism, chaired by Kwabena Mensah Woyome, Ussif firmly rejected the criticism, asking for clarification on what …

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Mohammed Salisu Shines in Champions League Debut as Monaco Defeat Barcelona 2-1

Ghanaian defender Mohammed Salisu made an unforgettable Champions League debut, playing a pivotal role in AS Monaco’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona on Thursday night at Stade Louis II. This marks Monaco’s triumphant return to Europe’s elite competition after a five-year absence. Monaco took advantage of an early red card for …

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Ghana Drops to 70th in FIFA Rankings After Winless Start to AFCON 2025 Qualifiers

Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, has dropped to 70th place in the latest FIFA World Rankings, following a winless start to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The new ranking represents a six-place fall from the previous list released in July 2024. Ghana now ranks 14th …

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Togo Rejects Hosting Ghana vs. Sudan AFCON Qualifier

Togo is set to reject a proposal to host Ghana’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Sudan, citing scheduling conflicts. According to reports, the rejection stems from the country’s inability to accommodate both Ghana’s match, scheduled for October 11, and Togo’s own qualifier against Algeria on October 15. …

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Dodzie Numekevor Removed as National Sports Authority Director-General After Six Months

Dodzie Numekevor, Director-General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), has been removed from his position after only six months in office. The decision was made by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who issued a directive for Numekevor’s termination on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. A letter from the Secretary to the …

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CAF President Blasts Ghana Over Baba Yara Stadium Ban

Patrice Motsepe, the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has expressed his frustration with Ghana following the ban on Baba Yara Stadium. Last week, CAF withdrew the stadium’s approval for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers, citing issues such as uneven playing surfaces, poor drainage, and inadequate grass cover. During …

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Ghana FA Received Over $260,000 for Pitch Maintenance – FIFA

FIFA has confirmed that the Ghana Football Association (GFA) received more than $260,000 for the maintenance of natural grass pitches in the country. The funds were allocated for the installation of boreholes and water tanks to improve pitch conditions, aiming to meet minimum club licensing standards. This revelation comes amid …

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Otto Addo Labels Crucial Sudan Doubleheader as “Small Finals” in AFCON Qualifiers

Ghana’s head coach, Otto Addo, has referred to the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Sudan as “mini finals” after a tough start to the qualification process. The Black Stars, four-time champions of the tournament, are in a difficult position in Group F after a 1-0 …

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