Derek Boateng was conspicuously missing from the Black Stars team that visited the President, Zoom Lion and the Teshie Orphanage on Thursday.

Mali coach Patrice Carteron has announced a provisional 28-man squad led by Seydou Keita for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana's influential winger Andre Ayew could miss the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations due to injury.

Rumour has it Derek Boateng has been told to stay away from the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations as a condition before being offered a contract by Fulham.

Ghana FA boss Kwasi Nyantakyi wants the Nations Cup shifted to June in order to have the best players available for the tournament.

Ghana defender John Mensah has been handed the no.20 shirt at Stade Rennes.

French legend Patrick Vieira has described Kevin-Prince Boateng's action as 'bold' as he led AC Milan players to walk off the field in protest of racist attacks by Pro Patria during a friendly match on Thursday.

Ghana utility player Yahaya Mohammed has been ruled out of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations due to a groin injury.

Kpando Heart of Lions have told Accra Hearts of Oak midfielder Kweku Andoh is not for sale, according to reports in the local media.

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