Ghana left-back David Oduro has joined FC Annecy from Barca Atletic, beginning a new chapter in Franceâ??s Ligue 2 with a contract running until 30 June 2028.The 20-year-old defender completed the move on 22 August 2026 after two seasons with Barca Atletic. Oduro joined the Spanish club from Ghanaian side Accra Lions in August 2024 for â?¬150,000, having previously progressed from Accra Lions Under-17s into the senior team.Oduro arrives at Annecy as a left-footed full-back.

Former Nigeria midfielder John Mikel Obi believes Andre Ayew could be the man capable of bringing meaningful change to Ghana football if he eventually enters football administration.Mikel made the remarks after arriving at the Accra International Airport ahead of his podcast appearance in Ghana, where Ayew is expected to be his special guest.Ayew has recently been linked with a possible bid for the Ghana Football Association presidency and has increased his visibility around the

Former Nigeria international John Mikel Obi has called for a complete overhaul of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), insisting drastic changes are needed to revive the countryâ??s football fortunes.Mikel Obi made the comments after arriving at the Accra International Airport ahead of his scheduled podcast appearance in Ghana, where he is set to host Black Stars captain Andre Ayew as his special guest.The former Chelsea midfielder believes the NFF leadership must be replaced

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson remains confident Ghana can overcome a mounting injury crisis and compete strongly at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup in Poland.Seven key players have been ruled out of the tournament through injury, including captain Linda Owusu Ansah, who suffered an ACL tear while playing for the Black Queens at the 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.Three goalkeepers, Asana Osman, Grace Andoh and Jenna Kayla Sarpong, are also

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson has revealed that Spanish club DUX Logroño refused to release right-back Comfort Yeboah for Ghanaâ??s 2026 FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup campaign in Poland.Yeboah, who plays in Spainâ??s top flight, was part of the Black Queens squad at the recently concluded 2026 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco and also featured at the previous edition.Sampson says the clubâ??s decision is linked to concerns over the 19-year-oldâ??s

Ghana's under-20 women's national football team, the Black Princesses, have suffered a major setback ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.Seven key players have been officially ruled out of the tournament due to severe injuries, heavily disrupting the final preparations of head coach Charles Sampson.The most devastating blow to the squad is the loss of team captain and midfield anchor Linda Owusu Ansah, who sustained an anterior cruciate ligament

Nathan Opoku believes his successful loan spell at Newport County has given him the experience needed to make an immediate impact at Northampton Town.The Ghanaian forward joined Northampton from Leicester City on a three-year deal after spending last season with Newport, where he developed valuable experience of English football.Opoku scored six goals in 16 starts for the Exiles and ended the 2025/26 campaign as the clubâ??s leading scorer, giving him a strong foundation ahead

Nathan Opoku believes he is entering his new chapter at Northampton Town in good shape after enjoying a productive pre-season with Leicester Cityâ??s first-team squad.The Ghanaian striker completed his move to Northampton from Leicester on a three-year deal after impressing during preparations for the new campaign.Opoku says his involvement with Leicesterâ??s senior team has left him physically prepared and confident ahead of his latest challenge in League Two.â??Pre-season

Nathan Opoku says Northampton Town managerâ??s belief in his ability to make an impact played a major role in his decision to join the club from Leicester City.The Ghanaian forward has signed a three-year deal with Northampton after the League Two club agreed an undisclosed fee with Leicester for his services.Opoku, who can operate across the forward line, says his discussions with the manager convinced him that Northampton was the right destination as he begins a new chapter

Ghanaian striker Prince Kwabena Prempeh has joined Inter Bratislava, switching from Zilina Africa to the Slovak second-tier club.Prempeh, 18, completed the move on 21 August 2026 and is listed as a forward. The transfer comes ahead of the 2026-27 season, with Inter Bratislava competing in Slovakiaâ??s II. Liga.The teenager arrives from Zilina Africa, his previous club, to begin the next stage of his career in Europe. He becomes part of an Inter Bratislava squad operating in the

Hearts of Oak unveiled new signing John Antwi during their pre-season friendly against All Blacks at Kpobiman on Friday.The 33-year-old forward was presented to the supporters after completing his move from Dreams FC on a two-year deal.Antwi, a lifelong Hearts of Oak fan, joins the Phobians for the first time in his senior career and has been brought in to help solve the clubâ??s striking problems.Hearts have gone four seasons without a trophy and will hope Antwi can provide

Almere City produced a convincing 3-0 victory over Vitesse in the Eerste Divisie, with Dutch-Ghanaian winger Emanuel Poku completing the scoring late in the match.The result gave Almere an impressive away win and highlighted the teamâ??s attacking strength.The visitors needed patience after a goalless first half, with Vitesse defending firmly and limiting clear opportunities. Almere eventually broke the deadlock in the 53rd minute when Ferdy Druijf found the net, giving his side

Former Asante Kotoko shot-stopper Kwame Baah has signed for South African club The Bees FC on a one-year deal, with an option to extend for an additional season.The 28-year-old goalkeeper joins the Motsepe Foundation Championship side as a free agent, bringing with him a wealth of experience from the Ghana Premier League and international football.Baah, born on April 21, 1998, in Accra, began his professional career with Heart of Lions in the Ghanaian Division One League before

Hearts of Oak have strengthened their goalkeeping department with the signing of Vincent Anane.The former Legon Cities and Heart of Lions shot-stopper brings international experience from a stint in Albania.The 22-year-old, born on August 15, 2003, joins the Phobians as a free agent, marking his return to the Ghana Premier League.Anane began his senior career with Legon Cities, where he was part of the squad for the 2021/22 and 2022/23 seasons.He later moved to Heart of Lions, featuring

Berekum Chelsea have confirmed the departure of highly rated midfielder Vincent Klu Adjei, with the 18-year-old signing a permanent deal with Swiss giants FC Basel.The attacking midfielder leaves the Ghana Premier League side after three seasons with the club. During the 2025/26 campaign, he established himself as a key player, featuring in 28 league matches and accumulating over 1,670 minutes of action.Klu Adjei follows a well-trodden path from Berekum Chelsea to Basel, joining

Coventry City's long-awaited return to the Premier League ended in a chastening 3-0 defeat to champions Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Friday night.The Sky Blues, back in the top flight for the first time in 25 years, were given a harsh lesson by Mikel Arteta's well-oiled machine.All eyes were on Coventry's record signing, Ghanaian midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, who was handed a start in Frank Lampard's midfield. The £26 million arrival from Nordsjælland

Ghana midfielder Elisha Owusu endured a difficult debut for Erzurumspor as his new side were beaten 4-0 by Galatasaray in the Turkish Super Lig on Friday night.Owusu, who joined Erzurumspor only on Wednesday, was immediately handed a starting place and completed the entire match at the Kazım Karabekir Stadium.However, the Black Stars midfielder could not prevent his new team from suffering a heavy defeat against a Galatasaray side inspired by Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen.The

Coventry City record signing Caleb Yirenkyi made his English Premier League debut on the opening day of the new 2026/27 season against Arsenal on Friday, 21 August.The 20-year-old midfielder was named in the starting line-up as they got thumped 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium to the defending champions.He lasted 62 minutes in Frank Lampardâ??s set up.After a quarter-of-an-hour, Arsenal shot into the lead.Milan Van Ewijk fluffs a clearance near the left-hand corner flag. Calafiori

Asante Kotoko have completed the permanent signing of 22-year-old Moroccan goalkeeper Abdel Wadie Mourad, GHANAsoccernet.com understands.The shot-stopper has already arrived in Ghana and put pen to paper on a deal with the Porcupine Warriors. Contrary to reports suggesting he was on trial, Mourad has signed a permanent contract with the club and joins from Albanian side Basania FC.The 1.93-metre goalkeeper brings top-flight experience to Kotoko, having previously featured for Moroccan

Hearts of Oak began their campaign at the Accra City Invitational Tournament with a penalty shootout victory over Swedru All Blacks on Friday.The two sides played out a 2-2 draw after 90 minutes at the Hearts Africa Academy Complex before Hearts of Oak prevailed 4-3 in the ensuing shootout.The participating clubs are using the pre-season competition as preparation for the 2026/27 football season.The encounter proved to be a closely fought contest, with both sides showing attacking