Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Mensah scored and provided an assist as Al-Riyadh suffered a 4-2 defeat against Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League.Despite his impressive individual contribution, Mensah could not prevent his team from losing after a dramatic contest in Dammam.Al-Ettifaq took the lead in the 22nd minute through Moussa Dembele, who calmly converted a penalty. Al-Riyadh responded just before half-time when Teddy Okou finished a move created by Mensah, sending the visitors

Ghanaian forward Nathaniel Opoku provided an assist as Leicester City Under-21s defeated Plymouth Argyle Under-21s 3-1 in the Premier League Cup.The result gave Leicester a positive start and highlighted Opokuâ??s attacking influence in a lively contest.Plymouth made the stronger opening and took the lead after only 10 minutes. Caleb Roberts finished a move created by Riley Carr, giving the visitors early encouragement and forcing Leicester to respond.The hosts gradually found

Ghanaian right-back Christopher Acheampong has joined Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa from CSKA 1948 on loan, strengthening the Bulgarian second-tier clubâ??s defensive options for the 2026-27 season.The 26-year-oldâ??s move was completed on 14 August 2026 and runs until 30 June 2027. Acheampong will return to CSKA 1948 when the loan expires, with the defender remaining under contract with the efbet Liga club.Acheampong moves to Lokomotiv GO after spending the previous campaign

Eleven Wonders defender Edmund Afurapoe has completed a permanent transfer to Karela United, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm.The 24-year-old centre-back makes the move as Karela United continue their squad rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season. Afurapoe has been a regular presence in the Eleven Wonders defence and brings valuable experience to his new club.Afurapoe, featured for Eleven Wonders during the 2025/26 campaign, made a total of 23 league appearances for

Former Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw has served a formal notice on the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) demanding payment of 423,820,300 CFA francs (approximately $745,000).This, he claims, includes unpaid salaries, bonuses, housing allowances, travel expenses, and bonuses related to the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup qualification.The notice, delivered through his lawyer Maître Guedel Ndiaye on August 11, 2026, invites the federation to settle the amount as soon

Black Queens defender Josephine Bonsu has admitted that Ghana's 2-1 victory over Côte d'Ivoire in the intercontinental play-offs was far from straightforward but praised her team's resilience in keeping their World Cup dreams alive.Bonsu scored the winning goal from the penalty spot as Ghana secured a crucial win, advancing to the next stage of the play-offs after missing out on automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil."This

Ghana Premier League club Karela United have completed the signing of defender Edmund Afurapoe to bolster their squad ahead of the 2026/27 football season. The club announced the arrival of the centre-back on Friday, August 14, indicating that he has been recruited from lower-tier side Eleven Wonders.â??We're glad to announce the signing of Edmund Afurapoe from Eleven Wonders. The tough, experienced centre-back is now Pride and Passion. Heâ??s here to lead, fight, and

Aduana FC returned to winning ways at the Sompa Invitational Cup on Friday after beating fellow Ghana Premier League side Bechem United 1-0 at Sunyani Coronation Park.The result came a day after Aduana suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat by Karela United, giving them a positive response as they continue preparations for the new football season.The two Ghana Premier League clubs met on the third day of the six-team tournament, with both sides determined to claim victory.After a goalless

Ghana striker Albert Amoah has joined Saudi Arabian club Hajer from Libyaâ??s Al-Ahly, switching to the Saudi First Division League ahead of the 2026-27 season.The 24-year-old centre-forward completed the move on 14 August after a spell with Al-Ahly, who he joined from Asante Kotoko in October 2025. Amoah later returned to Asante Kotoko on loan in January 2026, before going back to Al-Ahly at the end of June.Amoahâ??s move to Hajer marks the latest stage of a career that has

Ghanaâ??s Black Queens will discover their opponents in the preliminary phase of the FIFA Womenâ??s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament when the draw is held in Zurich on Thursday, August 20.The draw will take place at the Home of FIFA at 14:00 local time and will determine how the six qualified teams are divided for the preliminary phase.Ghana are among the six teams in the play-off tournament, alongside South Africa, Chinese Taipei, Uzbekistan, Ecuador and Papua New Guinea.For

Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Mensah has returned to Saudi Pro League side Al Riyadh, with the club confirming his comeback after a difficult spell at Al-Nasr.The 31-year-old previously played for Al Riyadh during the 2024/25 campaign, scoring five goals in 29 league appearances. He now returns to the club after spending last season with Al-Nasr.Mensah's agent, Murat Uzunmehmet, CEO and owner of Talent & Family Management, revealed that the midfielder endured a difficult

Ghanaian youngster Islam Mohammed Kpare has joined Serbian second-tier side FK Jedinstvo Ub as he continues his development.The 2008-born striker joins the Serbian club from Ghanaian outfit Vision In Motion after attracting interest from scouts who have monitored his progress in Ghana.Kpare spent last season with Great Olympics in the Ghanaian second-tier league, gaining valuable experience at senior level. He previously featured for Inter Allies before moving to Vision In Motion.His

Black Queens forward Princess Marfo says Ghanaâ??s togetherness was crucial to their 2-1 comeback victory over Côte dâ??Ivoire in the WAFCON 2026 play-in, which kept their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Womenâ??s World Cup alive.Ghana fell behind after just four minutes when Ines Konan converted from the penalty spot after Marfo was adjudged to have fouled her marker inside the box.Despite the setback, the Black Queens remained composed and gradually took control

Ghanaian attacker Prince Ampem delivered a decisive second-half performance as Shanghai Port claimed a 3-2 Chinese Super League victory away to Wuhan Three Towns.Ampem scored twice in four minutes to overturn an early deficit and secure three valuable points for Kevin Muscatâ??s side.Wuhan began strongly at Wuhan Sports Center Stadium and went ahead in the third minute through Jhonder Cadiz. Shanghai Port struggled to create a clear opening before the interval, entering the break

Ghana will discover their opponents in the preliminary phase of the FIFA Womenâ??s World Cup 2027 Play-Off Tournament when the draw is held in Zurich on Thursday, August 20, 2026.The draw will take place at the Home of FIFA at 14:00 local time (12:00 GMT) and will determine the fixtures for the six teams competing in the preliminary phase.The Black Queens secured their place in the play-off tournament after beating Côte dâ??Ivoire 2-1 in the WAFCON play-in match in Casablanca

Ghanaian central midfielder James Akaminko, currently without a club, is being linked with a move to Al-Akhdar in the Libyan Premier League.The rumour was recorded on 14 August 2026 and concerns a potential move for the 30-year-old, who has been without a club at the time of the reported interest. No transfer has been confirmed, and the available details do not indicate that an agreement has been reached between Akaminko and the Libyan side.Akaminkoâ??s position is listed as

Black Queens defender Josephine Bonsu says Ghana had no choice but to put their disappointing WAFCON quarterfinal elimination behind them and focus on the crucial play-in against Côte dâ??Ivoire.Ghanaâ??s hopes of reaching the 2026 WAFCON semifinals were ended by Malawi, who secured a 2-1 comeback victory over the Black Queens in the quarterfinals.The defeat also ended Ghanaâ??s hopes of securing automatic qualification for the 2027 FIFA Womenâ??s World Cup through

Ghanaian midfielder Kwasi Sibo, currently without a club, has been linked with a move to Maccabi Haifa in Israelâ??s Ligat haâ??Al.The 28-year-old central midfielder left Real Oviedo on 1 July 2026 and is now being considered by the Israeli club. No transfer fee or agreement has been reported, and the move remains at the rumour stage.Sibo made four appearances at the 2026 World Cup, starting in 75% of those games and playing 69% of the available minutes. He did not score or

Belgian side KV Kortrijk have seen a second offer for Ghanaian midfielder Alex Opoku Sarfo rejected by Aris Limassol.Kortrijk initially offered â?¬600,000 for the 21-year-old before returning with an improved proposal worth â?¬800,000 plus add-ons.However, Aris have rejected the latest bid as they continue to hold firm on their valuation of the Ghanaian defensive midfielder.Despite the setback, Sarfo has made his desire to join Kortrijk clear and wants to continue his career

Former Asante Kotoko striker Albert Amoah has completed a move to Saudi Arabian side Hajer FC ahead of the 2026/27 season, the club have officially announced on Friday, August 14, 2026.Hajer officially announced the signing of the Ghanaian forward, confirming that Amoah will represent the club in the Saudi First Division League, also known as the Yelo League, during the upcoming campaign.The 24-year-old striker joins Hajer after establishing himself as one of the notable forwards