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In a shocking development, the Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has suspended 62 players, including the once-celebrated 17-year-old AFCON 2023 sensation Nathan Douala, over allegations of age fraud. These players have been provisionally declared ineligible for league play-offs (MTN Elite One) following an investigation that uncovered a widespread age manipulation scheme. …

On Sunday, Egypt exceeded its target of 60 medals at the ongoing 2023 All African Games, while Algeria secured eight additional medals. Despite South Africa maintaining a steady position in third place, Nigeria’s remarkable performance on Super Sunday, including winning seven gold medals, propelled them to fourth place in the …

Ghana is set to clash with Nigeria in a friendly football match scheduled for March 22 in Marrakech, Morocco. The upcoming game marks a significant reunion for the two teams, as their last encounter was during the 2022 World Cup playoffs, where Ghana triumphed over Nigeria to secure a spot …

Professor Peter Twumasi has been relieved of his duties as the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA), with Mr. Dodzie Numekevor appointed as his replacement. The appointment of Dodzie Numekevor as Acting Director General was formalized by Secretary to President Nana Bediatuo Asante on February 26, 2024. Numekevor …

Following the conclusion of the 13th African Games scheduled for March 8 to March 23, 2024, in Accra, the Ministry of Youth and Sports intends to convert the Borteyman Sports Complex into a University of Sports for Development. This move aims to ensure the continuous maintenance and benefit of the …

Mustapha Ussif, the Youth and Sports Minister, has confirmed that Ghana has spent a total of $195 million on infrastructure development in preparation for the upcoming 2023 African Games. The Games, scheduled to take place from March 8 to March 23, will be centered at the Borteyman Sports Complex and …

Ghana’s Dreams FC secured a historic spot in the knockout stage of the CAF Confederation Cup, despite suffering a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria’s Rivers United on Sunday, March 3. The FA Cup champions, Dreams FC, and Rivers United both emerged as the top teams in Group C, earning them direct …

  West Ham United clinched a commanding 3-1 victory over Everton at Goodison Park, with summer signing Mohammed Kudus once again showcasing his talent for the Hammers. The 23-year-old attacker played a crucial role in the comeback win, providing the assist for the go-ahead goal. Despite missing a penalty in …

Athletic Bilbao clinched a spot in the Copa del Rey final by comfortably defeating Atletico Madrid, setting up a clash against Mallorca on 6 April. Athletic took a 1-0 lead in the first leg on 7 February with Alejandro Berenguer converting a penalty. In the second leg, Athletic doubled their …

Juventus midfielder, Paul Pogba, has been banned from football for four years due to doping. The ban comes after Pogba tested positive for testosterone during an exam conducted in September 2023, following Juventus’ game against Udinese. Although Pogba did not play in the match, he was present on the bench. …