Ghana international Alexander Djiku will not be available for Fenerbahce on Sunday when they take on Alanyaspor in the Turkish Super Lig.Fenerbahce travels to Alanya without top defender Djiku due to a muscle injury he is carrying at the moment.Djikuâ??s absence will surely affect Fenerbahceâ??s defense when they take on Alanyaspor in the week 23 encounter.The Black Stars defender was forced off with an injury as Fenerbahce walloped Erzurumspor 5-0 in the Turkish Cup in midweek.Djiku

DCOP Lydia Donkor has pledged that security measures at match venues will be "standardized" as part of measures to halt hooliganism.Her remarks follow after Asante Kotoko supporter, Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley was stabbed to death during the Porcupine Warriors' Matchday 19 game against Nsoatreman FC in Nsoatre.The fatal incident led to the suspension of the Matchday 20 games of the Ghanaian topflight as part of the measures to bring an end

German-born Ghanaian youngster Ilyas Ansah made a significant impact for SC Paderborn in their 2-0 away win over Ulm in the German Bundesliga 2.The 20-year-old winger made substitute appearance in the matchday 21 encounter, held at the Donaustadion on Saturday.Ansah was introduced in the 72nd-minute mark and went ahead to assist the goal that cemented victory for the visitors.The first of the match ended in a pulsating goalless draw, as both teams struggled to find the back of the

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo bagged the Man-of-the-Match prize after inspiring Bournemouth to victory over Everton in the English FA Cup.The Black Stars forward started and lasted the entire duration of the match as the Cherries cruised to a 2-0 victory over the Toffees at the Goodison Park. He was impressive throughout the game, completing 17 of 27 passes while registering two shots on target.The former Bristol City marksman also win six of 13 ground duels, made an interception

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams has described the Ghana Premier League, saying it is in a sorry state.The country's top-flight competition has been marred with hooliganism, poor officiating, lack of a headline sponsor, and poor television coverage.Adams admits there is work to be done to restore the league to its former glory."Our Premier League is in its sorry state," Kofi Adams told LUV FM."Underfunded, poor discipline, [poor] corporate governance

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo converted a penalty to help AFC Bournemouth secure victory over Everton in the English FA Cup round 4.Semenyo was in a blistering form on Saturday as his outfit cruised to a 2-0 victory over the Toffees at the Goodison Park.Everton captain James Tarkowski endured a terrible afternoon. He conceded a penalty before committing a blunder for Bournemouthâ?? second goal of the match.The Black Stars forward, who had ignited Bournemouth's comeback

Ghana's Sports Minister, Kofi Adams, has described the Ghana Premier League as being in a "sorry state".The league has been plagued by issues such as hooliganism, poor officiating, lack of sponsorship, and inadequate television coverage."Our Premier League is in its sorry state," Adams said. "Underfunded, poor discipline, poor corporate governance system, fan indiscipline, lack of security, we are not even coaching our fans. We need to look at all these

In a bid to enhance security and curb hooliganism at Ghana Premier League (GPL) match venues, DCOP Lydia Donkor has announced plans to introduce stewards to complement the police service.This move comes after the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong, who was stabbed to death during a match in Nsoatre."We are looking into all of these things and hopefully going forward, things are going to be more standardized," DCOP Donkor said.The introduction of stewards

Ghana international Inaki Williams delivered an outstanding performance as Athletic Bilbao triumphed over Girona in the Spanish La Liga on Saturday.The Black Stars forward started and lasted the entire duration of the match as his outfit cruised to an emphatic victory at the San Mamés Barria.Williams played a pivotal role by providing an assist, contributing to his outfits' 3-0 victory over Girona in the matchday 23 clash.Athletic Bilbao took the lead in the fiercely competitive

Asante Kotoko have announced a night vigil to honor Francis Yaw Frimpong, a devoted supporter fatally stabbed during a Ghana Premier League match a week ago.The event, organized jointly by the clubâ??s management and fan leadership, will take place on February 9, 2025, at Kumasiâ??s Baba Yara Sports Stadium, aiming to commemorate Frimpongâ??popularly known as Nana Pooleyâ??and amplify demands for justice and improved safety at football venues.Frimpong was tragically

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has reaffirmed his commitment to tackling the challenges facing the Ghana Premier League.Adams described the league as being in a "sorry state" due to issues such as hooliganism, poor officiating, lack of sponsorship, and poor television coverage."Our Premier League is in its sorry state," Adams said. "Underfunded, poor discipline, poor corporate governance system, fan indiscipline, lack of security, we are

Former Ghana midfielder Sulley Muntari has emphasised the significance of involving former players in the national team setup.Muntari shared his personal experience of being motivated by the presence of football legend Abedi Pele during his time with the national team."When I was in the national team, when I heard that Abedi Pele was in the stands, my football changed," Muntari said. "Not that after the game I was gonna see him, but his presence alone. If he is there,

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is taking steps to enhance security at match venues, following the tragic death of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong.DCOP Lydia Donkor, chairperson of the GFA's security committee, has pledged to standardise security measures, including the introduction of stewards to complement police efforts."We are looking into all of these things and hopefully going forward, things are going to be more standardized," DCOP Donkor said."In

Former Ghana midfielder Sulley Muntari has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to involve former players in the management of the national team.Muntari believes that the presence of former players can have a positive impact on the team's performance.Muntari shared his personal experience of being motivated by the presence of football legend Abedi Pele during his time with the national team."When I was in the national team, when I heard that Abedi Pele was in

Former Ghana international Sulley Muntari has slammed the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for its chaotic handling of the Black Starsâ?? captaincy during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, describing the decisions as â??horriblyâ? managed.The criticism follows a controversial leadership shuffle after regular captain Thomas Partey withdrew due to injury, resulting in the armband passing to Mohammed Kudus and later to Jordan Ayew.Head coach Otto Addo initially

Ghanaâ??s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to align with the governmentâ??s policies.He emphasized that GFA officials must adhere to President John Mahamaâ??s directive prohibiting appointees from traveling in first-class flights.Speaking on Luv FM after his swearing-in ceremony, Adams referenced the Presidentâ??s directive banning foreign travel unless approved by the Chief of Staff and restricting first-class

Ghanaâ??s newly appointed Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has expressed deep concern over the current state of the Ghana Premier League, describing it as being in a "sorry state."The countryâ??s top-flight football league is grappling with numerous challenges, including poor officiating, lack of sponsorship, and the absence of broadcast rights holders.The leagueâ??s reputation suffered a further blow recently when Asante Kotoko supporter Francis

Former Ghana international Edwin Gyimah is set to return to the South African agent for the second half of the season.The experienced defender-cum-midfielder is reported to have spent a few days training with debutants Magesi FC.According to multiple sources in the Rainbow nation, negotiations between the player and the club are at an advanced stage.Magesi FC, who are bottom of the table, are in need of reinforcements after conceding 19 goals in the Betway Premiership.Gyimah is

Former Ghana midfielder Sulley Muntari believes Mohammed Kudus is destined to captain the Black Stars in the future but disapproves of the technical teamâ??s recent decision to hand him the armband.Muntari described the move as premature, even though he acknowledged Kudusâ?? natural leadership abilities and remarkable talent.Kudus, who plays for West Ham United, was appointed captain by head coach Otto Addo in October 2024 after Thomas Parteyâ??s withdrawal from the squad

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to align with the governmentâ??s financial accountability measures, emphasizing that it cannot function separately from national objectives.His comments follow President John Dramani Mahamaâ??s recent directive restricting foreign travel unless approved by the Chief of Staff, with a specific ban on first-class flights.â??Even yesterday [Friday, February 7] at our swearing-in,