Ghanaâ??s Black Queens came from behind to beat Cote dâ??Ivoire 2-1 in Casablanca on Thursday and secure a place in the 2027 FIFA Womenâ??s World Cup intercontinental playoff.The Black Queens fell behind in the fourth minute when Ines Konan converted from the penalty spot to give Cote dâ??Ivoire an early lead.Ghana responded strongly after the break, with Princess Marfo restoring parity in the 59th minute.The comeback was completed in the 72nd minute when Josephine Bonsu

Hapoel Jerusalem have signed Togo-Ghana defender Sharani Zuberu from Slovan Bratislava on a free transfer, adding the 26-year-old left-back to their squad.Zuberu completed the move on 13 August 2026 after four seasons with Slovan Bratislava, where he won the Slovak championship in each of the 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 campaigns.The defender arrives in Israel with experience of European competition, having made two appearances in Champions League qualifying during the

Ghanaian attacker Mohammed Dauda has joined CD Lugo on a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season.The 28-year-old arrives at the Anxo Carro with extensive European experience and more than 100 appearances across Spainâ??s Segunda Division and Primera Federacion.Born in Larabanga in 1998, Dauda is a right-footed, pacey forward who usually operates from the left wing but can play across the attack. Lugo expect his direct running, flexibility and ability to create danger in the

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson says Ghanaâ??s primary objective at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup is to break their long-standing group-stage barrier.Ghana have never advanced to the knockout phase of the competition in seven attempts, making the upcoming tournament in Poland another opportunity for the West Africans to rewrite their history.The Black Princesses have been preparing at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram since July 5, with

Black Princesses head coach Charles Sampson says competition for places has given his technical team a difficult selection decision ahead of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Womenâ??s World Cup in Poland.Ghana have been preparing at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram since July 5, with Sampson encouraged by the intensity of training and performances from the players.The coach says the squad is taking shape, although the quality and competitiveness of the players have made

Clement Ansah, the 21-year-old Ghanaian central midfielder, has joined AS Trencin on a free transfer from Dunajska Streda.Ansahâ??s move was completed on 13 August 2026, keeping him in Slovakiaâ??s Nike Liga after his spell with Dunajska Streda. He has agreed a contract with Trencin running until 30 June 2027.The transfer gives Ansah a new club at the start of the 2026-27 campaign, although he had not made an appearance in either the Nike Liga or the UEFA Conference League

Asante Kotoko technical director Stanley Menzo has promised that the Porcupine Warriors will give their all as they continue preparations for the 2026/27 football season.Menzo made the remarks after the clubâ??s board visited the teamâ??s pre-season camp in Accra, where the squad is intensifying preparations ahead of the new campaign.Kotoko began their pre-season at the Adako Jachie training grounds in Kumasi, focusing on physical conditioning, assessing trialists and evaluating

Ghana winger Mo Dauda has joined Spanish club CD Lugo from Portimonense on a free transfer, completing a switch from Portugal to Spain. The 28-year-old left winger has signed a contract that runs until 30 June 2027.Daudaâ??s move was completed on 13 August 2026, taking him from Portimonenseâ??s Liga Portugal 2 squad to Lugo, who compete in Primera Federacion - Gr. I. He joins the Spanish side after one season with Portimonense, having moved to the Portuguese club from CD Tenerife

Ghanaian midfielder Kwasi Sibo, currently without a club, has been linked with a move to Turkish Super Lig side Genclerbirligi.The 28-year-old central midfielder left Real Oviedo on 1 July 2026, having joined the Spanish club from SD Amorebieta in July 2024. He is now being associated with a move to Turkey, although there is no indication that an agreement has been reached.Sibo featured in all four of Ghanaâ??s matches at the 2026 World Cup, starting 75% of those games and playing

Newly promoted Ghana Premier League side FC Ashanti Gold 04 are closing in on the signing of talented winger Alhassan Benny from Attram de Visser Soccer Academy, GHANAsoccernet.com can report GHANAsoccernet.com understands that negotiations between the two clubs are far advanced, with the Miners expected to complete the deal in the coming days, barring any last-minute developments.The 21-year-old attacker is set to return to Ghana following a spell in Egypt, where he spent the

Former Asante Kotoko striker Kwame Poku is close to joining newly promoted FC AshantiGold 04 as the Miners step up preparations for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season, GHANAsoccernet.com can report The experienced forward has left Kotoko and is now in advanced talks with AshantiGold over a move that could see him return to the Ghana Premier League with the newly promoted side.Poku is expected to become one of the notable additions to the AshantiGold squad as the club strengthens

Somali referee Omar Artan has shared his excitement after officiating the UEFA Super Cup clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa.Artan made history on Wednesday, August 11, when he took charge of the prestigious European fixture, becoming the first African referee to officiate a UEFA match.The appointment marked a remarkable moment for both Artan and African football, particularly given the challenges the Somali official had faced in recent months.Artan, who is the reigning

Ghana goalkeeper Benjamin Asare, who currently plays for Hearts of Oak, has been linked with a move to Hertha BSC in Germanyâ??s 2. Bundesliga.Asare, 34, joined Hearts of Oak from Great Olympics on 24 July 2024 and has since established his current club as his senior football base. The goalkeeper has also featured at the 2026 World Cup, making three appearances and recording two clean sheets while conceding two goals.The potential move would see Asare leave Ghanaâ??s Premier

Ghanaâ??s Black Queens players have responded to the Ministry of Sportsâ?? statement on their concerns, demanding clarity over unpaid per diems, qualification bonuses and the governmentâ??s financial support for the national team.In a fresh statement dated August 13, the players said they were disappointed that the Ministry issued a public response to their concerns without first engaging them directly.The players said they had made repeated attempts to contact the Ministry

VfL Osnabruck head coach Timo Schultz says he is delighted to work with Ghana international Daniel Kofi Kyereh again as the forward continues his journey back from a serious knee injury.Kyereh joined Osnabruck on a free transfer after spending more than three years dealing with the effects of an anterior cruciate ligament injury suffered while playing for SC Freiburg in February 2023.The 30-year-old endured a lengthy rehabilitation period marked by setbacks before returning to competitive

VfL Osnabruck head coach Timo Schultz has praised the â??special qualitiesâ? of Ghana international Daniel Kofi Kyereh after the 30-year-old completed a move to the German club.Kyereh has joined Osnabruck on a free transfer, returning to the club after a lengthy injury lay-off. His arrival also reunites him with Schultz, who previously coached him at FC St. Pauli.It was under Schultz that Kyereh enjoyed the most productive period of his career in German football. During two

Belgium international of Ghanaian descent Jeremy Doku has revealed that the unwavering support of Manchester City fans played a major role in his decision to extend his contract with the Premier League giants.The pacey winger has committed his long-term future to the Sky Blues, signing a new contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.Dokuâ??s new deal represents a significant show of confidence from Manchester City, with the 24-year-old expected to remain an

Belgian international of Ghanaian descent Jeremy Doku has expressed his delight after signing a contract extension with Premier League giants, Manchester City.The pacey winger has penned a contract that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2031 and is expected to play a huge role for the club.Doku has established himself as an important attacking option since joining Manchester City, offering the team pace, direct running and the ability to beat defenders in one-on-one situations.The

Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Mensah has returned to Al Riyadh, with the Saudi Pro League club announcing his comeback on social media. Its Arabic message translates as: â??Once again, Mensah wears the Al Riyadh shirt.â?The 31-year-old previously played for Al Riyadh during the 2024-25 campaign, recording five goals in 29 league appearances. His return brings proven top-flight experience to the squad after a season with Al-Nasr, whom he joined in August 2025 on a contract due

Wisdom Acquah, the Italian-Ghanaian midfielder at Torino, is the subject of reported interest from Serie B club Catanzaro.The 19-year-old defensive midfielder has been linked with a move from the Serie A side as Catanzaro assess options for their squad. Acquah joined Torinoâ??s senior set-up from the clubâ??s Under-20 team on 1 July 2026, having progressed through the clubâ??s youth structure.Acquah made 31 appearances for Torino in Primavera 1, providing one assist. He