Ghana youth midfielder Joseph Adjei was at his usual best for Al Malkiya during their shock 2-1 win over Al Qadsia in the Asian Football Cup on Monday afternoon.Al Malkiya have the surprise package in this season’s AFC competition after picking 4 points from their opening two games in the group.The Bahraini outfit continued their fairytale run in the competition after defying the bookies to beat Kuwaiti giants Al Qadsia 2-1 at their own Mohammed Al-Hamad Stadium.Al Malkiya shot

Inter Allies coach Rashid Iddi insists his side should have done better against Elmina Sharks in the GFA Special Competition opener. The Eleven is to One Boys were held by the Elmina based club to a goalless draw game at the the Tema Sports Stadium after missing several chances.“Both teams created chances but we did the most especially in the second half, we should have scored at least one.”The coach added that the players’ performance didn’t reflect the strength they possess,

Teenager Richard Amon has earned the praises of University of Central Florida coach, Scott Calabrese following his impressive form in American Athletic Conference (AAC) soccer season. The 19 year old grabbed a brace and hit the crossbar with an overhead kick as UCF recorded eight goals and eight assists in the 8-1 win over Jacksonville for 24 points, the fifth most in the league history.Playing an integral part, Amon helped the knights go on a 10-match unbeaten streak, which

Christian Atsu is one of those footballers who manages to emerge from all of the difficulties which come from being born in a country like Ghana. In addition, he was born in one of the poorest areas and he had to fight hard to reach professional football. Therefore, he tries to help mthose most in need whenever he can.They say that childhood marks people's lives. Everyone chooses whether to give in and resign themselves to the hand life deals them or fight to be able to acheive

Nottingham Forrest U-23 coach Chris Cohen has asked referees to protect English born Ghanaian winger Arvin Appiah after the player was fouled severally in the Premier League Cup game against Swansea over last Friday. The speedster failed to exert his influence in the game against Swansea after he was heckled many times by the Swansea players.Coach Chris Cohen hopes the 18-year old gets protection from referees as he bids his way into the senior side."We want refs to protect

Ghanaian defender Kevin Osei-Kufour Amankwaah has earned plaudits from Bath City FC manager Jerry Gill after he made his league outing since January.The former Swansea City defender made his league appearance on Saturday as they played 1-1 stalemate with Woking FC at home.The 36-year-old guardsman has been out of action since January due to niggling injury.The Ghanaian’s performance was highlighted by manager Gill, claiming that the veteran is an exampleGill said: "Ryan Clarke's

Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez has told Christian Atsu he's a key part of his plans ahead of Premier League clash against Arsenal on Monday night. The Ghana international has struggled to break into Newcastle first eleven since the arrival of Miguel Almiron from Atlanta United in the January transfer window.But Benitez insists he still values Atsu.“You talk about (Salomon) Rondon, (Ayoze) Perez and Almiron and they play well together but I want to be fair with Christian

Ghanaian striker Nana Akosah-Bempah scores md a consolation goal for Cape Town City FC in their 2-1 defeat against SuperSport United in the MultiChoice Diski Malta Sports Ground in Cape Town on Sunday.SuperSport fetched the opener through Kamohelo Mahlatsi after dominating the early part of the match.But Nana Akosah-Bempah equalized for the Citizens with a close range finish.However, Katlego Mohamme found the winner for United.The win ensured United move up to the top of the Group

Head coach of the Black Stars Kwesi Appiah has stated emphatically that there is room for every Ghanaian player performing well at his club to make the final squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.Since returning to the dug-out two years ago, coach Appiah has handed call-ups to plethora of players as he looks to build a formidable team ahead of the biennial tournament which is scheduled to come off in Egypt in June.In the aftermath of the side’s final game of the qualifying

FC Metz are on the verge of winning French Ligue 2 following a 2-1 victory over FC Lorient despite the absence of dependable defender John Boye.The Maroons secured their 19th win of the campaign after beating FC Lorient in week 30 of the league at the Stade Saint-Symphorien Stade on Sunday.Frederic Antonetti’s men managed the victory despite missing key defender John Boye to suspension.The experienced Ghana guardsman was handed a one-match ban last Wednesday after collecting three

Ghana and Udinese midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu returned to the field on Saturday after been side-lined for 10 months due to injury.The 28-year old made a brief appearance for Udinese in their 2-0 win over Genoa in the Italian Serie A over the weekend.The former U-20 World Cup winner got injured during his loan spell with Turkish club Bursaspor in 2018.His last competitive match for Bursaspor was against Fenerbahce in the Turkish SupaLig in May, 2018.He underwent surgery in

Asante Kotoko midfield dynamo Kwame Bonsu is confident of making a speedy recovery from the cut he sustained on Sunday in the GFA Special competition opener against Aduana Stars. The midfielder was forced off the game in the 35th minute and was replaced by Paul Acquah in the 1-0 victory over the Ogya Boys."Really unfortunate I couldn’t finish the game yesterday due to a deep cup I had, I’ve had treatment and am looking forward to be on the pitch again!," he posted

Ghanaian defender Edwin Tuffuor was excited to meet former teammate Daniel Agyei in the Ethiopian topflight league on Sunday. Both players now ply their trade in the East African country with Tuffuor on the books of giants St Georges and Daniel Agyei playing for Jimma Aba Jifar.The former Liberty Professional teammates squared up against each other for their teams respectively but goalkeeper Daniel Agyei had the bragging rights in the end.His side defeated St. Georges 1-0 courtesy

Asante Kotoko defender Ismail Ganiu is delighted to make a return from injury after featuring in his side's win over Aduana Stars in the GFA Special competition opener.The stalwart defender has been out for almost a month, after picking up the injury in the Porcupine Warriors 3-0 win over Nkana FC in the CAF Confederation Cup.However, Ganiu saw full time action as Abass Mohammed scored the only goal in the 2nd minute in Kotoko's 1-0 win over the Ogya boys."It’s

Ex- Ghana defender, Sam Johnson, is calling for unity among the Black Stars as the 2019 AFCON tournament draws nearer. The former Hearts of Oak defender wants players of the Black Stars to unite and play as a team instead of seeking for  personal glory.According to Johnson, who excelled during his career, he observed that the players play individualistic football, just to impress at the expense of national interest and it does not help in the progress of the team.Sam Johnson in

WAFA SC were in fine form to open their Special Competition account with a 3-1 win over Liberty Professionals on Sunday.Justice Amate's 13th gave us the lead before the half time whistle came in.Liberty Professionals had individual brilliance, but were neutralized by coach Sadiq Abubakar's charges.After the break, Kingsford Opoku struck the second in the 58th minute and debutant Andrews Ntim Manu scored after 78 minutes to seal the win.Five minutes from time, Frederick

 Ex- Ghana International Sam Johnson has urged players of the Black Stars to insist on what is due them from the authorities before they feature for the national team.According to him, he fully supports the idea of players demanding for their monies even before they play in any tournament.Sam Johnson revealed that,the current players have taken lessons from how the government failed to honour their promises towards former players in the past.In an Interview with Esther

Ghana forward Patrick Twumasi played for the first time since January for Deportivo Alaves in their 4-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid. The striker climbed off the bench in the 73rd minute to replace Jonathan Calleri, with his side down by three goals.Ironically, his arrival found fortune for compatriot Thomas Partey on the other side, who scored a stunning goal to seal victory for the Rojiblancos.Despite coming on late in the game, the former Astana marksman produced an eye-catching

Ghana and Atletico Madrid midfielder has expressed his delight after scoring a goal in the La Liga match against Deportivo Alaves over the weekend.The 25-year old scored a belter for Atlético Madrid as they thrashed Deportivo Alaves 4-0.Partey controlled a superb low pass from Koke on the edge of the area, he made a yard before firing a wonderful strike into the top corner via the woodwork.Mubarak Wakaso featured in that game for Alaves."Great team work last night and happy

 Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko commenced their campaigns in the Ghana Football Association Special Competition on a good note as both sides recorded victories in their respective matches on Sunday.The Phobians defeated Dreams FC by a lone goal courtesy Kojo Obeng Junior who scored in the 46th minute after a goalless first half.Hearts failed to increase the lead after a series of chances which was squandered by the attackers. Both sides dominating the play in the middle