The Africa Cup of Nations could be set for a major change, with reports suggesting the next edition of the tournament may be postponed until 2028 amid concerns over host readiness.According to reports, the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football is increasingly worried about infrastructure development and the capacity of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to stage a 24-team tournament across 10 cities.The three East African nations were awarded hosting rights for the
Asante Kotoko interim coach Prince Owusu has acknowledged that supporters are right to demand explanations following the clubâ??s disappointing exit from the MTN FA Cup, admitting the Porcupine Warriors failed to meet expectations.The caretaker trainer is now focused on restoring confidence ahead of Sundayâ??s crucial Ghana Premier League Super Clash against Accra Hearts of Oak.Kotokoâ??s defence of the FA Cup ended abruptly after Aduana FC eliminated them on penalties
Asante Kotoko could be without star winger Peter Amidu Acquah for Sundayâ??s high-stakes Ghana Premier League showdown against archrivals Accra Hearts of Oak at the Baba Yara Stadium.The 21-year-old, who leads the league with seven assists this season, is sidelined with an injury, leaving Kotokoâ??s attack potentially depleted ahead of the derby.Kotoko head into the match in fifth place with 35 points from 21 games, just behind fourth-placed Hearts, who have 36 points. Medeama
Ghanaian football legend Stephen Appiah has sent his best wishes to young forward Daniel Asante Amoh, who has joined Turkish giants Fenerbahce on a loan deal from Inter Millas FC.The 18-year-old will spend the 2026 season with the clubâ??s youth team, gaining experience in one of Europeâ??s competitive environments.Appiah, who enjoyed a successful spell with Fenerbahce between 2006 and 2008â??winning both the league and Turkish Cupâ??posted on Instagram, â??Daniel
CK Akonnor has become the first to win the Coach of the Month twice in Kenya for the 2025/26 season after scooping Januaryâ??s award.The Gor Mahia trainer was crowned SportPesa League Coach of the Month on Wednesday, 11 February 2026 after guiding the club to the top of the table.Akonnor beat competition from Osborne Monday (Murangâ??a SEAL), Bernard Mwalala (Bandari FC) and Fred Ambani (AFC Leopards).This was after winning five and drawing one out of the six games played
Communications Director of Asante Kotoko, Sarfo Duku Esq., has expressed strong disappointment in former management member Dr Kwame Baah Nuako over his recent comments.Dr Baah Nuako, speaking on Sporty FM in Accra, stated that Kotokoâ??s current challenges are not about coaching but rather poor management by the Interim Management Committee (IMC).Reacting to the remarks, Sarfo Duku described Dr Baah Nuako as â??hypocritical,â? insisting that his comments are unfortunate
Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, has confirmed that the Ministry of Sports fully approved the recent expansion of the Black Starsâ?? technical team.On January 6, the GFA announced several new appointments, including Alain Ravera and Kim Lars Björkegren as assistant coaches, José Daniel MartÃnez Alfonso as scout and video analyst, Carlos Lozano Romero as team physiotherapist, and Dwayne Peasah Paa Kwesi as performance
Asante Kotoko right-back Lord Amoah has boldly declared that the Porcupine Warriors will win all their remaining Ghana Premier League matches to secure the league title.Speaking in an interview on Pure FM, Amoah expressed disappointment over the clubâ??s recent poor performances, including their exit from the MTN FA Cup, and apologised to the supporters.â??We are disappointed with our recent poor performance, including our MTN FA Cup exit. We are sorry for that,â? Amoah
Swedish Allsvenskan newcomers Kalmar FF have strengthened their attacking options with the signing of English-born Ghanaian winger Charles Sagoe Jr on loan from Arsenal for the entire 2026 season.The Smaland-based club confirmed the deal on Tuesday as they continue preparations for their return to Swedenâ??s top flight.Sagoe Jr arrives with high expectations, having developed through the ranks at Premier League giants Arsenal.Kalmar sporting director Mats Winblad expressed his
Ghanaian youngster Yassin Mohammed has completed a loan move from Swedish giants Malmo FF to partner club BK Olympic as he continues his development in Europe, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm The 18-year-old striker will spend the 2025 season with BK Olympic, who compete in Ettan Sodra, Swedenâ??s third tier, in a move designed to give him valuable senior-level experience.Mohammed joined Malmo last year from the renowned WAFA Academy in Ghana and is regarded as one of the clubâ??s
Ghana international Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has emerged as a top transfer target for Spanish giants, Atletico Madrid ahead of the summer transfer window.Issahaku has attracted significant interest on the back of his scintillating performances for Leicester City in the current campaign, with Atletico Madrid keeping tabs on the pacey Ghanaian winger.GHANAsoccernet.com understands the Spanish outfit are prepared to offer around â?¬24m to facilitate the acquisition of the Black Stars
The head of the medical team of the Black Stars, Dr Prince Pambo, has visited injured defender Mohammed Salisu following his trip to France. Dr Pambo travelled to Monaco to show support for the player who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury in January during a Ligue 1 game against Olympique Lyonnais.The visit will offer Dr Pambo the opportunity to assess the player's fitness following the start of his rehabilitation. Salisu has been in the gym in the past few days,
Ghanaâ??s Black Queens are set to face Ivory Coast in a friendly as part of their build-up to the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.Ahead of the tournament, coach Kim Lars Bjokegrenâ??s squad will compete in the Pink Ladies Cup in the United Arab Emirates from February 28 to March 6, 2026.Ghana opens the competition against Hong Kong on February 28 at 16:00 GMT, before taking on Russia on March 3 at the same time, a match expected to test the team
Interim Asante Kotoko coach, Prince Owusu Yaw, has refused to blame the players for their poor run of form.After an embarrassing defeat against Heart of Lions in the Premier League, Kotoko's hope of defedning FA Cup title was crushed after losing 4-2 on penalty shootouts against Aduana FC in the Round of 16.Their elimination led to Karim Zito resigning from his role as the head coach of the club on Monday.Speaking to the club's media, Yaw Owusu said, â??We donâ??t
Mohammed Kudus will be working with a new manager at Tottenham Hotspur when he makes his injury comeback in April following the sacking of Thomas Frank. The Danish coach has been dismissed by Spurs following a horrendous run of form in the Premier League, which has since seen the North London club fail to win a game in their last eight matches, their longest streak without a victory since October 2008.Frank's dismissal came following the 2-1 home defeat to fellow strugglers
The Black Princesses of Ghana have left the shores of Accra for Johannesburg ahead of their upcoming 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup Qualifier.Ghana's U-20 side left Accra on Tuesday with 20 players and the technical team, led by Charles Simpson.The Black Princesses will face South Africa in the second leg of their third-round qualifier following a stalemate in the first encounter in Accra.South Africa held Ghana to a 2-2 draw in the first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium
Asante Kotoko striker Albert Amoah has reiterated that every player deserves a chance to play for the Black Stars. Amoah has been in impressive form for the Porcupine Warriors in the ongoing football season, having made a return to the side after a brief loan spell with Libyan side Al Ahly Benghazi.In an interview with Akoma FM, Amoah said that being part of the national team would be a dream come true for any Ghanaian footballer.â??Every player would be happy to be part of
Black Stars technical advisor Winfried Schaefer has offered a valuable advice to home-based players, urging them to raise their standards and remain committed as competition for places in the national team continues to intensify ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament.The global showpiece, to be co-hosted by United States, Canada and Mexico will feature an expanded 48 countries, with Ghana securing one of Africaâ??s automatic nine slots for the tournament.The West Africa football
Winfred Schafer has sent a clear message to Ghanaian footballers: only dedication and consistency will open the door to the Black Stars.The Black Stars technical advisor believes local players still play a major role in the national teamâ??s future.He praised the quality within the domestic league and highlighted one standout performer in particular, Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, who currently holds the number one spot for the national team.During his visits
Black Stars Technical Advisor Winfried Anton Schafer has opened up on the vital behind-the-scenes role he played in helping Ghana secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.In an exclusive interview with Medeamaa FM, the experienced German tactician detailed how his influence extended beyond tactics and matchday decisions, focusing heavily on player welfare, communication, and unity within the squad.â??What taught my experience? I know when I watched this team in the training,
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