England's World Cup is over after Mario Mandzukic's goal in extra-time.The forward fired past Jordan Pickford to give Croatia the lead - and England could not respond on a dramatic night in Moscow.Ivan Perisic headed the ball into the area, the England defence hesitated and Mandzukic drove his finish past Pickford with 11 minutes of extra time left to earn them a place in Sunday's final against France.England got off to a flying start when Kieran Trippier curled in
Chief Executive Officer of Databank Kojo Addae-Mensah believes Asamoah Gyan's record in the FIFA World Cup makes him arguably the greatest Ghanaian player of all time.Gyan, 32, overtook Cameroon legend Roger Miller as Africa's top scorer in World Cup history after he grabbed a consolation in Ghana's 2-1 defeat to Portugal during the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil - a goal that took his tally to six from three tournaments.According to the Databank chief, who is a sports
Bofoakwa Tano director Yaw Boateng Gyan has launched a stinging potshot at President Nana Akufo Addo, asking the Ghanaian leader to 'form his own club' before attempting to dissolve the FA.The former national organiser of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) says the president must form 'Akyem Royals' Football club to have a stake and say on how the game is run in the West African nation.The vicious attack comes on the heels of the resolve of the
Former Hearts of Oak Kenichi Yatsuhashi is currently holding his first training session with Aduana Stars ahead of his official announcement, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The Fire club are expected to announce the signing of the American-trainer as their new man.GHANAsoccernet.com revealed on Wednesday that the former Inter Allies coach will take charge of the team in the wake of the sacking of Yusif Abubakar. Kenichi will charge of the team ahead of their CAF Confederation Cup
Midfielder Godfred Donsah has laid down the marker to excel with Bologna next season.The Ghanaian has extended his contract with the Italian side until 2022.And then 23-year-old wants to excel with the Serie A side.“I thank the company for the extension of the contract, Bologna gave me everything here I found a second family,” he said after signing the deal.“This year I’m loaded, we want to make a big league. Mister Inzaghi is giving us a great charge both on and off the
Ghanaian striker Mahatma Otoo has stared pre-season training with Turkish side Bal?kesirspor.The 26-year-old has re-joined the group after a brief holiday in his native country.The former Hearts of Oak star notched 13 goals in 30 appearances for the side last season.He is expected to be key for the side ahead of the new season in the Turkish Lig 1.
Former Aduana Stars Coach Yussif Abubakar says he is unaware of any approach from Accra Hearts of Oak following his sacking from the Ghana Premier League Champions. Coach Yussif Abubakar was sacked from Aduana on Tuesday despite leading the club to Premier League glory and the group stages of the CAF Champions League.Following his sacking from Aduana, the former Hearts of Lions Coach has been linked with Accra Hearts of Oak, a club he previously managed.”There is nothing like
Striker Richmond Boakye scored for Jiangsu Suning FC in their 3-2 defeat to English Premier League side Southampton in a friendly on Wednesday.Tthe Ghana international gave his Chinese Super League side a 2-1 lead in the 34th minute.A deep free-kick was kept alive at the far post before Boakye shot into the bottom corner from inside the box.But Nathan Redmond gave the Saints the equalizer two minutes before the first half whistle.Boakye was playing his second competitive match since
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey says that the English Premier League would be an option for him if he were to leave the Spanish side, Atletico Madrid.Partey, 25, has been one of the key figures in the Rojiblancos set-up since returning from a loan spell at Real Mallorca.He churned out 33 appearances and netted 3 goals for Madrid-based outfit as they finished the season behind FC Barcelona in the LaLiga.The Ghana international has been mooted with a move away from the Wanda Metropolitano
Veteran Ghanaian Coach, J.E.A Sarpong has revealed his excitement after no Coach was caught on camera receiving any form of enticement in the Anas exposé which was premiered on June 6th. Ghana Football was hit hard by the investigative piece by journalist Anas Armeyaw Anas, where several stakeholders were seen on camera receiving cash to influence games and other aspects of football.Following the premiere of the video, there has been diverse reaction but Coach J.E.A Sarpong is
Former Ebusua Dwarfs Coach, J.E.A Sarpong has described coaching in Ghana as "pathetic" insisting the future of the profession for local Coaches looks bleak. According the veteran tactician, it is difficult Coaching in the Country as an indegene because it easier for administrators to call for your head when things go wrong.His comments comes after the sacking of Aduana Stars Coach Yussif Abubakar on Wednesday morning. Coach Abubakar was sacked just a week to the third
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has played down his chances of replacing Asamoah Gyan as Ghana captain.The 25-year--old has been handed the leadership role in the absence of the iconic Gyan in recent times.Partey has matured greatly and consolidated his position since breaking into the Black Stars.The former Mallorca and Almería intelligent enforcer has emerged as the country's brightest export in the past two years.And he is now mentioned as a candidate for the
Ghanaian forward Joe Dodoo has made positive first impression since joining Blackpool on loan.The 23-year-old who struggled at Leicester City, appears to be rediscovering his form.The Ghana-born forward could not have started his career at Blackpool any better after scoring on his debut in a behind behind-closed-doors pre-season friendly against Wigan Athletic.Dodoo, who is originally owned by Scottish giants Rangers will be keen to impress and drum home the point he still have
Indeed, it is a rare occasion in calcio, that we see players swap jerseys for their rival clubs. Kwadwo Asamoah will be 29th player to play for both Inter and their fiercest rival Juventus. One of the most decorated African players of all time, Asamoah enjoyed a remarkable six year spell with the Bianconeri, winning scudetto in each of the seasons.Asamoah has represented Ghana in two FIFA World Cups and was a member of the team that won Bronze and Silver in the 2008 and 2010 African
Former coach of Liberty Professionals J.E Sarpong has expressed his disappointment over the sacking of Yusif Abubakar as coach of Aduana Stars.GHANAsoccernet.com exclusively reported on Tuesday that, the Dormaa-based outfit has mutually terminated the contract of coach Yusif Abubakar following their unimpressive start to the campaign.In an interview with Kumasi-based Metro FM, veteran trainer J.E Sarpong bemoaned the timing for the sacking of his colleague, which he insists is wrong
Dutch-born Ghanaian defender Mitch Apau has signed a three-year contract with Slovakian side Slovan Bratislava, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively reveal.The 28-year-old has joined from Slovenian side NK Olimpija Ljubljana where he spent just a season.The highly-rated defender played all 36 games as NK Olimpija Ljubljana clinched the double last term.“We need to reinforce right side of our defensive formation. We signed Mitch Apau, who had very good season in Slovenia. Our
Ghanaian forward Abass Issah is expected to feature for Olimpija Ljubljana in their UEFA Champions League playoff against Qarabag FK tonight.The 19-year-old will be key for the Slovenia side ahead of the first leg tie at home to the Azerbaijani side.Manager Luka Elsner is keen to build a formidable squad capable of playing in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League.And the Ghanaian will be central to the ambition of playing alongside some of Europe's elite clubs.The
Big summer signing Rashid Sumaila looks set to make his competitive debut for Red Star Belgrade against FC FK Spartaks J?rmala in the UEFA Champions League playoff tonight.The 25-year-old is expected to be key for Vladan Milojevi? ahead of the side's involvement in the qualifying phase of Europe's elite inter club competition this season.The Ghana international has joined the Serbian giants on loan from Kuwaiti side Al Qadsia.The former Asante Kotoko defender will
Former Aduana Stars Yusif Abubakar is inching closer to a move to local giants Hearts of Oak, GHANAsoccernet.com understands.Abubakar is currently unattached after he was sacked by the Fire club on Tuesday. GHANAsoccernet.com sleuth hounding indicates the soft-spoken gaffer has held initial talks with Hearts over the possibility of taking up the job.Abubakar has consistently been linked with a move to Hearts in the past two-years and appears he will get his dream job.He guided
Patrick Twumasi is expected to feature for Astana in their UEFA Champions League qualifying round against Sutjeska today (Wednesday).The 24-year-old will be the arrowhead for the Kazakh champions as they host the Montenegro side at the Astana arena.Twumasi has been a key cog of the Astana side since joining four years ago.The Ghana international has already bagged eight goals in 15 appearances for the side this season.Astana missed out on the group stage of Europe's elite
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