Ghanaian Premier League outfit Medeama Sporting Club is set to raise the bar in their preseason preparations with a strategic three-week tour of Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, ahead of the 2025-26 season.The Mauve and Yellows will depart Ghana on Thursday, August 1, as they intensify readiness for what is expected to be a tough and competitive domestic and continental campaign.Under the leadership of head coach Ibrahim Tanko, the preseason camp is designed to combine fitness work,

German-Ghanaian forward Sirlord Contehâ??s preseason has taken a frustrating turn as he battles to recover from nagging ankle issues.The 29-year-old forward missed FC Heidenheimâ??s friendly rout of SGM Herbrechtingen/Bolheim, which ended in a lopsided 17-0 result. He also sat out the initial training sessions at camp, a worrying sign for fans eager to see him back in top form.Although Conteh wasnâ??t part of full team drills, he did manage to work on his own as part of

Samson Baidoo is about to start a fresh chapter in his young career with a move to French side RC Lens.The 21-year-old Austrian-Ghanaian defender has reportedly completed his medical after arriving in Artois and is excited about the new adventure.Baidoo is switching from Austrian champions Red Bull Salzburg, where he built a solid reputation as a tough, athletic centre-back. Lens and Salzburg have agreed on an â?¬8 million fee, including bonuses. Though top clubs like Juventus

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially approved the request from Pearlpia Ladies Football Club to change its name to Northern City Ladies Football Club, following the completion of all legal and procedural requirements.This rebranding initiative, initiated by the clubâ??s ownership, aims to reflect a renewed identity that aligns with their evolving vision and regional representation in Northern Ghana.The GFA, in its approval letter, confirmed the lawful change of

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has praised his players for sticking to their identity and executing the game plan in their 4-1 win over Tanzania at the 2024 CAF Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).The emphatic victory on Tuesday secured Ghana a place in the quarter-finals after they finished second in Group C with four points.The Queens will now face Algeria on Saturday, July 19, for a place in the semifinals.â??I am just really proud of the girls. Today,

Black Queens forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has praised Ghanaian fans for their unwavering support after the teamâ??s emphatic 4-1 victory over Tanzania in their final Group C game at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).The result secured Ghana a quarterfinal spot, where they will face Algeria on Friday, July 19, at the Stade Municipal de Berkane at 16:00 GMT.Reflecting on the win, Boye-Hlorkah acknowledged the early setback when Ghana conceded first, but credited

Aduana FC are set to officially unveil two major signings from Berekum Chelsea ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.The Dormaa-based side have completed deals for goalkeeper Obeng Sekyere Gregory and forward Mizack Afriyie, both joining on three-year contracts.The duo impressed for Berekum Chelsea last season, and their arrival is seen as a key part of Aduanaâ??s rebuilding efforts following a mixed campaign in the just-ended league season.Obeng Sekyere is expected

Former Asante Kotoko and Accra Lions goalkeeper Fredrick Asare is set to begin a new chapter in his career as he signs for South African outfit Durban City.The highly-rated shot stopper is expected to sign a two-year contract today, with an option to extend for an additional two years based on performance.Asare parted ways with Kotoko earlier this year after a stint that saw him feature prominently in the Ghana Premier League. Known for his reflexes and command in the box, the move

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has approved the GFA Standard Player Contract (GSPC), which will come into force from the 2025/26 football season across the Ghana Premier League, Malta Guinness Womenâ??s Premier League, and the Access Bank Division One League.The newly approved contract follows years of collaborative drafting between the GFA, its member clubs, and the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG). The final version reflects

Black Queens midfielder Stella Nyamekye has shared her excitement after playing a pivotal role in Ghana's qualification to the quarter-final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations.The former Black Princesses captain climbed off the bench to make a magnificent impact in the game, delivering an assist while also delivering the cross for Evelyn Badu's strike in the 4-1 win.The Gotham FC midfielder, who was making her first appearance at the tournament, needed only five

Frank Junior Adjei has shared his excitement after completing a mouthwatering move to Swedish giants Hammarby IF. The highly-rated Ghanaian midfielder with over 50 Swedish Allsvenskan appearances joins the Green and White on a four-year deal.He arrives after a good first half to the campaign with IFK Varnamo, where he scored two goals in 15 matches."It's a big club, I've heard and seen a lot about Hammarby. This is where I want to be and I'm really looking

Black Queens head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren has cautioned that Ghanaâ??s quarterfinal encounter against Algeria at the 2024 Womenâ??s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) will be a difficult contest, despite his teamâ??s strong finish to the group stage.The Queens secured their place in the knockout stage after a dominant 4-1 win over Tanzania, finishing second in Group C with four points.The result followed a 2-0 opening loss to South Africa and a 1-1 draw against Mali.While

Emmanuel Agyemang Badu has warned Asante Kotoko that the club risks facing more disciplinary crises in the future if it fails to dismantle its long-running club house system.The former Black Stars midfielder believes the current setupâ??where players live communallyâ??encourages misconduct and must be reviewed urgently.His comments come on the back of damning allegations from ex-Kotoko captain Justice Blay, who claimed on radio that some teammates engaged in alcoholism, shisha

Black Queens midfielder Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has lauded her teammates following their qualification to the quarterfinals in the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.Ghana, after a tough start to the tournament, wrapped up their group phase games with a resounding 4-1 win against Tanzania on Monday night at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.Goals from Princella Adubea, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, and Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah sealed the win for the

Black Queens midfielder Chantelle Louise Boye-Hlorkah has expressed her role in her side's win against Tanzania in the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament.After a poor start to the tournament, after losing to South Africa and a draw against Mali, Ghana recorded their first win of the tournament with a 4-1 win against the Twiga Stars on Monday at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.Speaking after the game, Boye-Hlorkah said, â??Today,

Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren believes his players deserve their qualification to the quarterfinals in the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament. Ghana on Monday, July 14, secured a place in the last eight of the tournament following an emphatic 4-1 win against Tanzania in their final Group C game.The Black Queens had a poor start to the tournament after a 2-0 defeat to South Africa and a 1-1 draw against Mali.Following the win, which

Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren has lauded his players following their qualification to the quarterfinals in the ongoing 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Despite a disappointing start to the tournament, Ghana turned around their fortunes with a resounding 4-1 win against Tanzania in their final group game on Monday night at the Stade Municipal de Berkane.Goals from Princella Adubea, Alice Kusi, Evelyn Badu, and Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah sealed

Newly-promoted Ghana Premier League side Swedru All Blacks have completed the signing of Tahir Abeiku Mensah from Kotoku Royals on a three-year permanent deal, sources close to the club have confirmed.The highly-rated attacking midfielder now begins a new chapter in his career with the Swedru-based outfit as they prepare for life in the top flight.Tahir, known for his creative flair and vision in the final third, was one of the standout performers for Kotoku Royals in the Division