The Bayana Bayana of South Africa arrived to a rapturous welcome on Monday following a good Africa Women's Cup of Nations in Ghana. South Africa finished runners up to Nigeria after losing 4-3 in the dreaded penalty shootout after the match had ended 0-0 in regulation time including 30 minutes of extra time.The Desiree Ellis-coached side arrived to a thunderous hero’s welcome at OR Tambo International Airport on Sunday, 2 December 2018 where they were met by among others

The South Africa Football Association has accepted a request from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as an emergency hosts for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.The SOS appeal to South Africa came few days after the continental body's executive council have stripped of the hosting rights of Cameroon because of the delay preparations coupled with the insecurity.At SAFA's AGM on Sunday afternoon in Sandton, the request was discussed and a decision was taken to show

Asante Kotoko will move from Accra to Aburi in the Eastern Region to continue preparations ahead of the CAF Confederations Cup opener. The Porcupine Warriors are currently in the capital, where they have lined up a friendly with Tema based side Inter Allies on Wednesday.The team will leave Accra for the Eastern Region on the same day to continue with their outline for the CAF Confederations Cup.“The team will play Inter Allies in a friendly at the Accra Sports Stadium at 3:30

German-born Ghanaian midfielder Kingsley Schindler has opened up on the secret behind his current form for Holstein Kiel.Schindler began the Bundesliga II campaign slowly after failing to hit the heights set last termHowever, the 25-year-old has found his mojo in front of goal for the Storks in recent time after scoring five times in in his last five games to help the club to 6th on the log after 15 games.When quizzed about the secret of his new-found form after registering a goal

Ghanaian youngster Edward Opoku has revealed his dreams of playing for the senior national team, the Black Stars of Ghana. The 22 year old had a breakthrough season with Columbus Crew in the just ended MLS season, where he made a couple of appearances at the senior side.His performances earned him a nomination for the Rookie of the Year at Columbus Crew, but was eventually won by Luis Argurdo.Following Opouku's steady rise in the Major League Soccer, the former University

The Communications Director of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), Ibrahim Camara has lamented his outfit's disqualification from the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, describing CAF's decision as just unfortunate.The continent football governing body’s decision is as of a result of Sierra Leone failing to meet the conditions aimed at lifting a FIFA ban.The Leone Stars were suspended from all football by FIFA in October and an investigation was launched."It

Spokesperson of the Sierra Leone Football Association, Ibrahim Camara says they are disappointed to be removed from Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers for 2019.According to the Sierra Football Association, the decision by CAF was unfortunate as the country had realistic chances of qualifying for the competition."It is actually a news that we see to be a terrible, one because we all know how much as a nation our hopes were alive in terms of qualifying for the Africa Cup of Nations,"

Asante Kotoko will play Inter Allies on Wednesday and the national U-23 side on Sunday, as management reveals the programme of the team ahead of their first game in the CAF Confederation Cup.The Porcupine Warriors will play the winner of the first preliminary round match between Kariobangi Sharks of Kenya and Alter Solar of Djibouti, though the former has taken a giant lead after a 6-1 win in the first leg.Coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor and his lads have been camping in Accra since

Others may have contributed more to Chelsea‘s success in the modern era, but Michael Essien undoubtedly deserves to be ranked among the greats of the club.The utility man in football has a curious existence. Like a knife, they’re useful, nay essential, to have around, capable of doing a variety of odd jobs. They’re beloved by managers for their ability to do just about anything.The utility man, however, can be easily forgotten, their importance overlooked in favour of those

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson has spoken out in favour of under-fire Ghana forward Jordan Ayew ahead of the winter transfer window.Ayew has failed to hit the back of the twine since joining the Eagles on a season-long loan from Swansea City in the summer.The former Olympique Marseille marksman underwhelming performances has consequently led to his bench-warming role in the side.Reports in the UK indicate that the London-based outfit are looking to delve into the market in the

Leeds United duo Kalvin Philips and Ronaldo Vieira have sent heartfelt messages Caleb Ekuban after the striker scored for loan side Trabzonspor - after his mother passed away in the week before the match.Ghana's leading football website, GHANASoccernet.com reported last week that Turkish side Trabzonspor had given permission to the 24-year-old hitman to travel to Italy following the news of his mum's death.However, Ekuban opted to stay with the side as they prepare for

Winger Albert Adomah is set to be handed a new long-term contract by Championship side Aston Villa.The Ghana international has been revived by new manager Dean Smith who is determind to see the player extend his stay at Villa Park.Adomah was in top shape last season when he scored 15 goals which helped Villa to the playoffs.The 30-year-old who is injured missed Saturday's impressive 3-0 win at Middlesbrough.They are currently three points off the Championship play-of places.

Winger Albert Adomah is set to be handed a new long-term contract by Championship side Aston Villa.The Ghana international has been revived by new manager Dean Smith who is determind to see the player extend his stay at Villa Park.Adomah was in top shape last season when he scored 15 goals which helped Villa to the playoffs.The 30-year-old who is injured missed Saturday's impressive 3-0 win at Middlesbrough.They are currently three points off the Championship play-of places.

Black Maidens captain Mukarama Abdulai has insisted that Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest player of all time.The debate about who is the best player between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi never seems to be ending anytime soon as both players have started the season fantastically well for their respective clubs.Several football aficionados have given their takes on who dominates world football between the pair.According to Abdulai, who emerged the top scorer and won the Bronze

Former Asante Kotoko coach Steve Polack is among four candidates shortlisted for the vacant Gor Mahia job.The 57-year-old, born in Birmingham led Kotoko to win the 2017 MTN Ghana FA Cup with a heavy 3-1 win over rivals Hearts of Oak at the Tamale Sports Stadium.Polack faces competition from Turkish-Cypriot Hassan Oktay who watched the team's 1-0 Super Cup defeat to Kariobangi Sharks at the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.Others are Italian Stefano Maccoppi and an

Asante Kotoko could play Ghana's U-23 side, the Black Meteors in a friendly on Sunday following their cancelled game with Ebusua Dwarfs. The CAF Confederations Cup campaigners have been preparing for the continental championship with friendlies against some of the top sides in the country.The Reds will play the Black Meteors, who have also started preparations for the Africa U-23 championship qualifiers against Togo.The Porcupine Warriors were given a walkover in the preliminary

Ghanaian forward Kwabena Owusu bagged a brace for Salmantino CF in their 2-0 win over Cultural Leonesa in the Spanish Segunda B on Sunday.The 21-year-old put the hosts in front with just nine minutes on the clock after latching onto a long pass from Fernando Ruiz.Owusu completed the win for Antonio Calderon's men on the 43rd minute from a close range strike.He has netted 7 goals for the club in the ongoing season.Owusu joined Salmantino on a season-long loan deal from Spanish

Ghanaian youngster Edward Opoku has praised the influence of his compatriots Jonathan Mensah, Lalas Abubakar and Harrison Afful in his first MLS season with Columbus Crew. The 22 year old admits, having familiar faces around has been "helpful" as he broke into the Columbus Crew team last season.According to the former University of Virginia forward, he grew up watching the likes of Mensah and Afful so it was exciting being around them."It's helpful having familiar

Black Satellites coach Jimmy Coblah has disclosed he will be relying on only local players for the WAFU U-20 championship which begins on Thursday. The team have been in camp for the last two weeks preparing for the warm up competition ahead of the Africa Youth Championship in Niger next year.The former Inter Allies gaffer disclosed the preparatory tournament is reserved for his local players to prove their worth ahead of the naming of his squad for the AFCON U-20 championship.“We

Black Maidens skipper Mukarama Abdulai is delighted after clinching the top scorer at the just-ended U-17 FIFA Women's World Cup.The Northern Ladies forward netted seven goals in four matches at the tournament held in Uruguay.Ghana exited the competition at the quarter-final stage after losing 3-2 on penalties to Mexico."I am happy to win this although i would have loved to help the team win this trophy," said Mukarama"This is a stepping stone to better things