Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has reaffirmed his desire to become head coach of Ghana’s Black Stars, citing the country’s footballing history and the quality of players available. The Trinidad and Tobago legend is among the names linked with the vacant position following the departure of Carlos Queiroz, who left the role after Ghana’s […] The post Dwight Yorke
Former Ghana international Anthony Baffoe has withdrawn from the committee tasked with finding a new head coach for the Black Stars, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has confirmed.GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum said committee chairman Fred Pappoe informed the associationâ??s Executive Council (EXCO) of Baffoeâ??s decision at a meeting last Thursday.Baffoe was named as one of five members of the committee, which is chaired by Pappoe and also includes former
Former Sports Minister Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye has urged Ghana to prioritise long-term football development over immediate success at the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup.The Black Stars are facing an uphill task in their bid to qualify for the 2027 AFCON after suffering consecutive defeats against Ivory Coast and The Gambia in their opening Group C matches.The results have left Ghana bottom of the group without a point, raising fresh concerns about
Former Black Queens coach Bashiru Hayford has described Ghanaâ??s decision to appoint an interim technical team for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Somalia as â??dangerous and surprisingâ?.The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation have appointed Kim Lars Björkegren to lead the interim technical team for the November double-header, with Ibrahim Tanko and Godwin Attram serving as assistants.Former
Former Accra Lions captain Lawrence Setordjie continued to perfume his artistry in Germany after scoring twice and assisting another in the Bundesliga Talent Series (The Reserve League). His brace helped Eintracht Frankfurt to record a huge 4-1 win at Borussia Mönchengladbach. Setordjie has been pushing hard to be named in Frankfurtâ??s First (Bundesliga) Team since his arrival in the summer. The 18-year-old has already trained under Head Coach Adi Hütter and gave a good
English-Ghanaian winger Ryan McAidoo made an immediate impact off the bench, providing an assist as Manchester City recorded a commanding 5-1 victory over AEK Athens in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night.The teenage attacker set up Phil Foden for City's fifth goal in the 76th minute, capping an impressive performance by the hosts at the Etihad Stadium.McAidoo, who came on in the 62nd minute to replace Floyd Samba, showed his attacking quality with a well-timed run down
The US has advised its citizens to reconsider travelling to Kenya but the government tries to reassure people.
English-Ghanaian forward Kirsten Otchere was on target as Cheltenham Town secured an entertaining 4-2 victory over Fleetwood Town in League Two. The Leicester City loanee scored Cheltenhamâ??s second goal in the 25th minute, helping his side establish control during an impressive first-half performance at the Completely-Suzuki Stadium.Cheltenham had taken the lead in the 17th minute through an own goal by Fleetwood goalkeeper Jay Lynch before Otchere doubled their advantage
English-Ghanaian attacker Ryan McAidoo registered an assist after coming off the bench on Tuesday night as Manchester City recorded a convincing 5-1 victory over AEK Athens in the third round of the UEFA Champions League league phase.McAidoo came on as a substitute in the 76th minute, replacing Floyd Samba, and immediately made an impact by setting up Phil Foden for City's fifth goal.On the matchday, Manchester City took the lead in the 12th minute when Elliot Anderson reacted
English-Ghanaian midfielder Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu opened the scoring as Salford City defeated Bristol Rovers 2-1 in League Two on October 20.The 26-year-old struck in the sixth minute from Kallum Cesayâ??s assist, giving Salford the perfect start at the Memorial Stadium. Daniel Udoh doubled the lead in the 20th minute after Luke Molyneux set him up.Bristol Rovers improved after the break, with Ellis Harrison missing a penalty in the 54th minute before Jack Sparkes reduced the
German forward of Ghanaian descent Jamie Leweling was on target for VfB Stuttgart on Tuesday night, helping the team to earn a point from a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.The match played at MHPArena is the third match for both teams in the league phase of this seasonâ??s UEFA Champions League.On the matchday, Leweling opened the scoring for Stuttgart with an impressive finish in the 36th minute.The forward received the ball on the edge of the penalty area before unleashing
Ghanaâ??s Black Starlets were beaten 1-0 by Ivory Coast in the semi-finals of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U17 Championship, with head coach Kassim Ocansey saying the defeat was particularly painful after his side had been reduced to 10 men.The result ended Ghanaâ??s hopes of reaching the final and qualifying for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Ivory Coast progressed to the final and secured their place at the continental tournament.Ghanaâ??s challenge was made more
English-Ghanaian forward Daniel Adu-Adjei scored a first-half hat-trick as HNK Rijeka beat NK Karlovac 1919 4-1 in the Croatian Cup round of 16 on October 20.Adu-Adjei opened the scoring in the 14th minute from Tiago Dantasâ?? assist, added a second in the 23rd minute after Ante OreÄâ??s pass, and completed his treble in the 41st minute from Branko PaviÄ?â??s delivery.Luka Kapulica pulled one back for Karlovac in the 76th minute, but Mohammad Mohebi restored Rijekaâ??s
As anticipation builds for this Saturday's Rapperholic concert, Ghanaian rap icon Sarkodie has addressed one of the biggest talking points from his visit to Kumasi — why he chose not to spray cash during his appearance at Adum.
The Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, has welcomed the signing of the Phase Two agreement for Ghana’s US$28 billion Petroleum Hub project.
The government will suspend fresh recruitment applications into Ghana’s security services in 2027 as it prioritises qualified applicants who are yet to be enlisted.
Health officials praised the Nigerian authorities for their transparency in reporting the spread of the virus.
Ghanaâ??s Black Starlets were knocked out of the 2026 WAFU Zone B U17 Championship after a 1-0 semi-final defeat by Ivory Coast on Tuesday, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 U17 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.The decisive moment came early in the match at the 4th August Stadium in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, when Ghana defender Daniel Owusu was shown a straight red card in the 17th minute.Owusu was dismissed for an avoidable tackle on an Ivorian striker, leaving
The Federation of Ghana Medical Students’ Associations (FGMSA) and affected graduating medical and dental students have taken legal action against the Medical and Dental Council (MDC), seeking to halt the implementation of the Common Registration Examination (CRE).
The proposed digital transformation is expected to improve the Commission's administrative processes, enhance access to its services, and facilitate the handling of disputes between landlords and tenants.
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