As part of its landmark insurance policy for referees across the Premier League, Division One League, and Womenâ??s Premier League, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has secured an extensive set of complimentary benefits aimed at providing additional protection and peace of mind for match officials and their families.The policy, delivered in partnership with Enterprise Life, goes beyond the core components of life cover, medical support, critical illness and disability protection.
The President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has called for renewed commitment to integrity, professionalism and public trust in Ghanaian refereeing as he launched a landmark insurance policy for match officials across the countryâ??s top competitions.Addressing stakeholders at the ceremony, President Simeon-Okraku acknowledged the progress made in developing and supporting referees but stressed that important challenges still need to be confronted.
Former Eleven Wonders coach Nii Odartey Lamptey has disclosed that he continues to support some of the clubâ??s players financially, even after parting ways with the team.Odartey Lamptey, a former Ghana international, took charge of Eleven Wonders following their return to the Premier League. However, after failing to secure a victory in the first nine games of the 2025/26 season, he left his role as head coach.In a recent interview with Asempa FM, he revealed that he has been
President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has outlined significant progress in the development and professionalisation of refereeing in Ghana, emphasizing the FA's commitment to raising standards and nurturing the next generation of match officials. He made these remarks during the launch of the GFAâ??s new insurance policy for referees, a landmark welfare intervention for officials across the Premier League, Division One League and Womenâ??s
Former Eleven Wonders head coach, Nii Odartey Lamptey, says he was not responsible for the clubâ??s ongoing struggles in the Ghana Premier League, insisting that the problems confronting the team run far deeper than coaching.The Premier League returnees has been poor in the ongoing Ghana Premier League, and after 11 matches played, they sit bottom of the league log with just three points.Their poor start to the season forced the club to part ways with Odartey Lamptey.Following
Vision FC head coach Nana Kweku Agyemang has expressed his dissatisfaction following his teamâ??s 2-2 draw with Heart of Lions over the weekend.The Tema-based side, competing in Matchday 11 of the league, were held to a stalemate against the leagueâ??s second-placed team.Despite earning a point, Nana Agyemang made it clear that settling for a draw was never his intention.â??I am never content; whether itâ??s home or away, it doesnâ??t matter who I am playing with.
The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has formally inaugurated a nine-member Ministerial Advisory Board, a move officials describe as crucial to strengthening the countryâ??s sports development agenda.The ceremony, held at the Ministryâ??s Conference Room and chaired by Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams, signalled a renewed drive to position sports as a central tool for national progress. In his address, the Minister stressed that the board will play a pivotal role in guiding
Next yearâ??s World Cup will feature a historic change to its draw structure, with the top four seeds guaranteed to avoid each other until the semi-finals, provided they win their groups.FIFA confirmed that Spain, ranked first, will be paired with second-seeded Argentina and placed in opposite halves of the bracket. Third-seeded France and fourth-seeded England will also be paired, preventing England from meeting Spain or Argentina before the semi-finals, and France before the
Cristiano Ronaldo will be available for Portugalâ??s first match at the 2026 World Cup after avoiding a full suspension following his red card against the Republic of Ireland.The 40-year-old forward was dismissed for elbowing Dara Oâ??Shea during Portugalâ??s 2â??0 qualifying defeat earlier this month. Violent conduct typically carries a three-match ban, but FIFA has suspended the second and third matches for a year, placing Ronaldo under a probationary period.BBC Sport
Prominent Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has been selected to officiate at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after serving various roles, including VAR official at previous tournaments. The experienced centre-man is the only Ghanaian official named in the 73-man list for the continental showpiece next month in Morocco.Laryea remains Ghana's refereeing beacon and he is expected to handle some of the biggest games at the competition in North Africa.The Accra Academy graduate
Ghana Premier League side Basake Holy Stars have strengthened their technical team with the appointment of experienced Ghanaian tactician Johnson Smith.The club confirmed the recruitment of the former Asante Kotoko coach in an official notice on their Facebook page on Tuesday, November 25.â??Basake Holy Stars warmly welcomes Johnson Smith to our technical team.â??His expertise and experience will be an asset to our club. We look forward to achieving more together,â? the
Asante Kotoko coach Abdul Karim Zito says he accepts all criticism directed at him and his squad, insisting they understand the expectations that come with representing the club.Kotoko remain unbeaten in the 2025:2026 Ghana Premier League season, yet recent performances have sparked frustration among supporters.The team enters Wednesdayâ??s trip to Basake Holy Stars with three draws and one win from its last four matches, a run many fans feel should have yielded more points.The
The head coach of Medeama Sporting Club, Ibrahim Tanko, is confident his side will defeat Rospak FC in their MTN FA Cup Round of 64 clash in midweek.The Yellow and Mauves are set to host the lower division outfit at the TnA Stadium on Wednesday, November 26, in what will be their first match in this seasonâ??s domestic cup competition.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Ibrahim Tanko noted that his team is determined to fight to beat Rospak FC to advance to the next round of the
Juventus are preparing a formal push for Kobbie Mainoo as the midfielderâ??s uncertain role at Manchester United continues to attract interest from across Europe.The English-Ghanaian youngster has endured a difficult spell under Ruben Amorim, with his limited minutes raising concerns about his World Cup prospects.Scouts believe his blend of technique and physicality suits Serie A. The 20-year-old asked for a loan move late in the summer window and his stance has not changed as
Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has stressed his teamâ??s resolve to improve, insisting that they are currently underrated due to poor performances in the Ghana Premier League. The team currently sits in the relegation zone of the league table with 10 points from the first 11 matches.The Hunters on Wednesday, November 26, will take on Aduana FC in a Round 64 clash in the MTN FA Cup.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Kobina Amissah described the upcoming match as a crucial
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has argued that the Super Eaglesâ?? failure to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup was influenced by the revamped qualification format introduced for the tournament.The West African football heavyweightâ??s latest attempt to reach the global tournament ended in heartbreak after falling short in the qualifying series, marking their first back-to-back absence since 1994.Despite advancing to the playoff stage, Nigeria
Bechem United goalkeeper Benjamin Asiedu has disclosed that their ambition in this season's MTN FA Cup is to reach the final and fight to lift the title.Nicknamed the Hunters, the Premier League side will kick off their campaign in the FA Cup on Wednesday, November 26, when they take on Aduana FC in Round 64.Speaking in a pre-match interview, Benjamin Asiedu noted that although Bechem United have not been performing well in the league this season, there is no pressure on the
Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito is making sure his players stay alert and respect every opponent as they continue their campaign in the Ghana Premier League.He believes that every match against Kotoko becomes a big occasion for other clubs, so his team must always stay focused and prepared.The Porcupine Warriors travel to the AAK II Arena on Wednesday to face Basake Holy Stars in their outstanding match-week three fixture. Zito has reminded his players that teams raise their
Bechem United head coach Kobina Amissah has emphasised his teamâ??s determination to overcome Aduana FC in their upcoming MTN FA Cup Round 64 clash. The two Ghana Premier League clubs will lock horns on Wednesday, November 26, in a highly-anticipated contest in the domestic cup competition.Speaking ahead of the showdown, Kobina Amissah stressed the importance of the match, assuring fans that his players are heading into the match with the focus of eliminating the opponent to
Karim Zito is making it clear that motivation must come from both sides, from him as a coach and from the players themselves.Ahead of Asante Kotokoâ??s outstanding match-week three clash against Basake Holy Stars at the AAK II Arena on Wednesday, he stressed that every player signed for the club with a purpose.The Kotoko coach reminded his squad that they didnâ??t join the Porcupine Warriors just to wear the famous jersey, but to play well and improve their careers."I
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