Ghana defender Alexander Djiku has hailed the resilience and fighting spirit of his Spartak Moscow teammates following their hard-fought 2-1 victory over rivals Lokomotiv Moscow on Sunday.In a high-stakes Moscow derby at the Lukoil Arena, the Black Stars center-back played a pivotal role in securing the three points, further cementing his status as a fan favorite since his arrival in the Russian capital.Taking to social media shortly after the final whistle, Djiku expressed his

Former Ghana captain Charles Akonnor has ruled himself out of contention for the Black Stars coaching job following the dismissal of Otto Addo.The Ghana Football Association parted ways with Addo after a poor run of results, including a 2-1 defeat to Germany, leaving the team without a head coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Akonnor, who previously handled the Black Stars between 2020 and 2021, had been linked with a return. However, the 52-year-old insists he is fully focused

Nottingham Forest forward Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah has been named the clubâ??s Player of the Month for March 2026 following a stellar run of form that revitalized the clubâ??s promotion ambitions.The Ghanaian international secured the award after a public vote, beating out teammates Cerys Brown, Alana Murphy, Rachel Rowe, and Joy Omewa.Her clinical finishing and leadership on the pitch proved decisive during a demanding four-game stretch where Forest secured two vital wins and

Semper Fi FCâ??s push for promotion suffered a significant setback after a disappointing 4-2 defeat to Hakla SC at the Teshie McDan Sports Complex, a result that leaves the team with an uphill task in the closing stages of the Access Bank Division One League Zone Three campaign.Despite the result, Semper Fi showed moments of quality and resilience. Hakla SC struck first through Toufik Majeed in the 18th minute, but Semper Fi responded positively, with Dickson Afoakwah producing

Premier League giants Chelsea are in a fierce battle to keep England-born Ghanaian defender Josh Acheampong as the summer transfer window approaches.Acheampong has attracted significant interest from top European clubs including Barcelona, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich, who are said to have directly contacted the playersâ?? representatives over a move.The defenderâ??s growing reputation has not gone unnoticed, with scouts and recruitment teams impressed by his composure,

Ghanaian midfielder Taufik Seidu has dedicated his Atletico Madrid debut to his family for believing and supporting his career. The teen sensation was handed his La Liga debut on Saturday, coming off the bench in Atletico Madrid's 2-1 defeat to league leaders Barcelona.The Spain youth international expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to him realising his dream while also sharing his hope for more game time."Years of dreaming about it, years of hard work,

Former Ghana international Anthony Baffoe has admitted that Thomas Partey is yet to reach full fitness but remains hopeful the experienced midfielder will peak in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Partey featured in Ghana's recent friendlies against Austria and Germany, both defeats, but concerns over his match sharpness have grown following a lack of consistent playing time at Villarreal.The 32-year-old joined the Spanish side after leaving Arsenal last summer but has struggled

Ghana's U15 female national team, the Black Damsels began the defence of their CAF African Schools Championship with a huge victory over Guinea in Zimbabwe. Mavis Koah netted a brace to inspire the West Africans to a 6-0 win in Harare.Following a quick start to the game, Belinda Kpentey opened the scoring after just 6 minutes before Jennifer Awuku doubled the advantage two minutes later.Koah netted her first after 19 minutes, and three minutes later Margaret Tawiah put the

Young goalkeeper Stephen Kwame Darko has sadly passed away. The Namoro Football Academy shot-stopper died on Saturday, April 4, 2024.The cause of his death is yet to be disclosed but his club confirmed his demise on social media."Good evening family, on behalf of the President, C.E.O Management, Players and the entire Namoro Football Academy family, we wish to sorrowfully announce the sudden demise our player, Stephen Kwame Darko. This sad event occurred this afternoon(

Karela United coach Nurudeen Amadu insists their best wasnâ??t enough to prevent them from a defeat against Basake Holy Stars in matchday 28 of the Ghana Premier League.The visitors suffered a narrow 1-0 loss in a fiercely contested encounter on Sunday, as Basake Holy Stars extended their impressive home run to ten consecutive victories in the top flight.Bismark Teyeâ??s strike in the 61st minute proved to be the difference in an otherwise entertaining clash between the two

Basake Holy Stars defender Francis Asante is pleased with his outfit victory over Karela United in matchday 28 of the Ghana Premier League.The Nzema derby, held at the AAK II Sports Arena ended 1-0 in favour of Basake Holy Stars, who recorded their 10th consecutive home win in the domestic top-flight on Sunday.Bismark Teyeâ??s 61st-minute strike proved decisive in an entertaining contest between the two sides.Speaking after the match, the enterprising right-back could not hide

Head coach of Basake Holy Stars Rashad Musah has set sights on securing victory in their final three Ghana Premier League home games.Holy Stars secured the bragging right in the Nzema derby on Sunday after narrowly triumphing over Karela United in matchday 28, held at the AAK II Sports Arena. It was Holy Stars tenth consecutive home win in the Ghana Premier League.Bismark Teyeâ??s 61st-minute strike proved decisive in an entertaining contest between the two sides.Speaking after

Vision FC head coach Nana Kwaku Agyemang has admitted that Heart of Lions were worthy winners in their Matchday 28 clash in the Ghana Premier League.The Kpando-based side returned to winning ways with a convincing 2-0 victory over Vision FC on Sunday, thanks to first-half goals from Kelvin Asenso and Michael Ephson.The hosts made a bright start and quickly turned their early dominance into a goal, with Asenso breaking the deadlock in the 11th minute. Ephson later capped off a fine

Former Ghana international Anthony Baffoe has expressed hope that Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey will return to peak condition ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Partey featured in Ghanaâ??s recent back-to-back defeats against Austria and Germany during the March international break, but has struggled for regular playing time since joining Villarreal from Arsenal last summer following the expiration of his contract.Reflecting on the teamâ??s performances in the pre-World

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has called on the government to act quickly in appointing a high-caliber coach capable of turning around the fortunes of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The appeal comes in the wake of head coach Otto Addoâ??s dismissal following Ghanaâ??s 2-1 loss to Germany in Stuttgart, a defeat that followed a heavy 5-1 loss to Austria in Vienna and intensified concerns over the teamâ??s readiness.With

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe, believes the Black Stars can return to their former strength if the right head coach is appointed to succeed Otto Addo.The GFA is currently searching for a new leader for the senior national team following Addoâ??s dismissal after Ghana suffered consecutive defeats to Austria and Germany in March international friendlies.Addo, a former Borussia Dortmund talent coach, lost his position after a disappointing

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has advised against the possible reappointment of Kwesi Appiah as head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The GFA is currently searching for a new coach following the dismissal of Otto Addo, who was relieved of his duties after Ghana suffered consecutive defeats to Austria and Germany in March during international friendlies.Kwesi Appiah, a former Black Stars coach with two separate

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) chairman, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe beleives Otto Addo should have resigned after failing to guide the Black Stars to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. His remarks come after the 50-year-old was relieved of his role after Black Stars suffered back-to-back defeats against Austria and Germany in the March international window.Ghana suffered a humiliating 5-1 loss against Ralf Rangnick's side in Vienna before

Former Management Committee Member of the Black Stars, Ernest Thompson, has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and the Ministry of Sports not to settle on a local coach as Otto Addo's successor, but rather go in for a well-established foreign tactician.The GFA is currently in search of a new head trainer following the dismissal of Otto Addo after the March international friendly games against Austria and Germany.Kwesi Appiah, Joachim Low and Pitso Mosimane's names

GHANAsoccernet.com reporter Herbert Boakye Yiadom brings you a comprehensive report on the weekend performance of Ghanaian players abroad in their respective leagues worldwide.The details below capture the minutes and the players' performances over the weekendAntoine Semenyo scored and assisted in Manchester Cityâ??s 4-0 win over Liverpool on Saturday in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.Mohammed Sofo climbed off the bench to score for New York Red Bulls in their 4-2 win