Director General of the National Sports Authority, Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, has made a strong case for the inclusion of Andre Ayew in Ghanaâ??s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating that the veteran forward still has a key role to play.Ayewâ??s possible return to the Black Stars has sparked debate, with sections of supporters calling for a shift towards younger players, while others point to his leadership and experience as assets Ghana cannot afford to ignore.The former captain

Kukurantumiâ??s Ohene Park will host one of the biggest fixtures on Ghanaâ??s womenâ??s football calendar as Hasaacas Ladies take on Army Ladies in the 2025/26 Womenâ??s FA Cup final.Both sides have impressed throughout the competition, navigating difficult paths to reach the final, and will now battle for silverware in what promises to be a keenly contested encounter.Hasaacas Ladies, one of the dominant forces in womenâ??s football in Ghana, will be aiming to add

Manchester United are set to secure the future of England international of Ghanaian descent, Kobbie Mainoo, who has emerged as the undisputed centerpiece of the clubâ??s long-term vision.The 20-year-old midfielder, who had considered leaving Old Trafford during the tenure of Ruben Amorim, has rediscovered his form under Michael Carrick. Mainoo had initially planned a departure due to limited game time.However, the arrival of Carrick has proven to be a turning point for the youngster,

The draw for the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations has officially been unveiled, with Africaâ??s rising football nations discovering their group-stage opponents ahead of the highly anticipated youth tournament.Organized by the Confederation of African Football, the competition will take place in Morocco and promises to deliver thrilling encounters as the continentâ??s best young talents battle for supremacy.The much-anticipated tournament has been scheduled to run from May 13

The Ghana Black Starlets have been drawn into a challenging Group D for the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), set to be held in Morocco from May 13 to June 2.Following the official draw ceremony conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in Cairo on Wednesday, Ghana finds itself alongside continental heavyweights Senegal, South Africa, and Algeria.Widely regarded as the â??Group of Death,â?? Group D presents a formidable hurdle for the Starlets as they

Aliou Cisse has resigned as the head coach of the Libyan national football team, bringing an abrupt end to a tenure he described as an "incredibly enriching" adventure.The former Senegal manager confirmed his departure on Wednesday via his official Instagram account, shortly after leading the Mediterranean Knights in a friendly match against Liberia.In his announcement, Cissé expressed gratitude for his time in North Africa while confirming that his professional relationship

Three goalkeepers have been shortlisted for the NASCO Ghana Premier League Goalkeeper of the Month award for March after delivering outstanding performances for their clubs.Gidios Aseako of Dreams FC earned his nomination after keeping three clean sheets in four matches and conceding just once. His form helped Dreams FC secure three wins and a draw to remain unbeaten during the month.Dubi Tayi Kassi also impressed, recording four clean sheets in four matches for Basake Holy Stars.

Three players have been shortlisted for the NASCO Ghana Premier League Player of the Month award for March following standout performances for their respective clubs.Samuel Okai of Bechem United earned his nomination after featuring in four matches, scoring once and claiming two Man of the Match awards. The winger was instrumental in his sideâ??s first away win of the season against FC Samartex, where he delivered a match-winning display.Claude Shooting Bortey also made the shortlist

Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has called on the Black Stars to focus on each match individually as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer.Ghana will make their fifth World Cup appearance and have been drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia.Speaking to FIFA, Essien, who represented Ghana at the 2006 and 2014 tournaments in Germany and Brazil, acknowledged the challenges of the group but encouraged the team to approach it one match at a time."That's

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has described the Black Starsâ?? failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations as a significant setback, urging the team to quickly move past the disappointment.Ghana endured a difficult qualifying campaign, finishing bottom of their group after six matches without a win.The team recorded three draws and three defeats, a result that saw the four-time African champions miss out on the continental tournament hosted in Morocco for

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has tipped Kamaldeen Sulemana to play a key role for the Black Stars at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.Despite limited game time and recent struggles in front of goal, the Atalanta winger has remained an important figure for the national team, earning the confidence of coaches and teammates alike.Speaking to FIFA ahead of the tournament, Essienâ??who represented Ghana at the 2006 and 2014 World Cupsâ??praised Sulemanaâ??s

Former Black Stars midfielder Michael Essien has called on Ghanaians to rally behind Mohammed Kudus as the national team prepares for the 2026 World Cup.The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder, sidelined since January due to injury, was a key figure during Ghanaâ??s World Cup qualifiers.Essien described the 25-year-old as the countryâ??s brightest football talent, emphasizing the need to protect and support him.â??If I start talking about him [Kudus], we won't finish!â?

Patrice Motsepe has arrived in Senegal for a high-level visit aimed at addressing the fallout from the controversial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations decision.The Confederation of African Football (CAF) president is expected to hold a series of key meetings in Dakar, including talks with Senegalâ??s Head of State Bassirou Diomaye Faye and FA president Abdoulaye Fall, as efforts intensify to manage tensions between the country and the continental governing body.Motsepeâ??s visit

Financial considerations are emerging as a major factor in the Ghana Football Associationâ??s search for the next Black Stars head coach, GHANAsoccernet.com understands.With the FA evaluating several high-profile candidates to replace Otto Addo, salary expectations are playing a crucial role in determining who ultimately gets the nod.Sources indicate that some of the leading foreign candidates are demanding significant remuneration packages, reflecting their experience and pedigree

The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association is set to hold an emergency meeting on Friday to decide on the next Black Stars head coach, GHANAsoccernet.com can report.Following the completion of interviews with shortlisted candidates earlier this week, the FA is now entering a decisive phase in its search for a replacement for Otto Addo.All Executive Council members are expected to be in attendance, underlining the importance of the meeting as Ghana seeks to appoint a

The Ghana Football Association has successfully concluded interviews with selected candidates for the vacant Black Stars head coach position, GHANAsoccernet.com understands.The interviews, which took place on Monday, form a crucial part of the Football Associationâ??s efforts to identify a suitable replacement for Otto Addo following his recent dismissal.The decision to part ways with Addo came about a week ago after a series of disappointing results in international friendlies,