Veteran tactician Abdul Karim Zito will spearhead FC AshantiGold 04â??s historic maiden voyage into the Ghanaian top flight when his squad launches its intense pre-season training program Tuesday morning.Following the mandatory arrival of players at the residential camp today, Monday, July 13, 2026, Zito is set to take full command of technical proceedings at the AngloGold Ashanti School Park at Koffikrom in Obuasi.The highly experienced strategist, who famously masterminded

Nicholas Akoto has joined Eastleigh FC on a permanent deal, bringing pace, energy and an attack-minded edge to the Spitfiresâ?? right side.The American-Ghanaian defender arrives after leaving Burton Albion and is ready to begin a new chapter in Hampshire.The 27-year-old spent the last two seasons with Burton, making 33 appearances, and previously built his career in the United States. At Tennessee Wesleyan University, he produced five goals and eight assists in 30 games, before

Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi says he has no preference over who wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting he wishes the remaining four teams nothing but the best.The Ghana international made the remarks as the tournament heads into a historic semi-final stage featuring the four highest-ranked teams in the FIFA men's world rankings."I don't have a favourite in the World Cup. Whoever wins, good luck to them," Ati-Zigi told Sporty FM.The semi-finals will

Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has hit back at his former youth coach, Christopher Nimley, accusing him of turning football criticism into a personal campaign.Ati-Zigi's comments come after Nimley questioned the goalkeeper's communication during Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, claiming it had been a weakness since his days under him at juvenile level.Speaking in an emotional interview with Sporty FM, the St. Gallen shot-stopper admitted the pair once

Ghanaian winger Abraham Okyere was the difference-maker as Las Vegas Lights FC came from behind to beat Monterey Bay FC 3-2 in a lively USL Cup clash.Okyere scored the visitorsâ?? first goal and kept them moving forward throughout a match that swung late in Las Vegasâ?? favour.Monterey Bay struck early through Zack Farnsworth, and Belmar Joseph doubled the lead before halftime, with the hosts controlling 60% of possession and Las Vegas seeing more of the ball only in spells.

Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi has described the injury he suffered during Ghana's opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as one of the toughest moments of the tournament.The St. Gallen shot-stopper was forced off during Ghana's 1-0 victory over Panama after picking up an injury, bringing an early end to what had been another assured performance between the posts."It was a sad moment when I got injured against Panama, and I didn't want to take any

Black Stars goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi says he is honoured by reports suggesting Swiss club St. Gallen could build a statue in his honour, but insists his focus remains on continuing to work hard.The Ghana international has become a fan favourite at the Swiss club after playing a key role in their recent success, including helping them win the Swiss Cup and qualify for the UEFA Europa League.Speaking to Sporty FM, Ati-Zigi responded to the speculation with humility."I heard

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) will host the 2026 Elite U-17 Girls Colts Championship from July 30 to August 4 at the GFA Technical Centre in Prampram.The six-day tournament forms part of the Association's efforts to identify and develop the next generation of female football talent across the country.The championship is also in line with the GFA's Women's Football Strategy and FIFA's Talent Development Scheme, both of which aim to strengthen grassroots

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has expressed its appreciation to all stakeholders who played a role in the Black Maidens' successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup.In a statement, the GFA Management Committee thanked the Ministry of Sports and Recreation for its continued commitment to the development of women's football throughout the qualification campaign.The Association also acknowledged the National Sports Authority (NSA) for providing

Samuel Owusu was at the heart of Union Omahaâ??s attacking threat, even in a 4-3 defeat to Forward Madison FC in USL League One action.The Ghanaian defender provided the assist for Josue Gomezâ??s opener and later played his part in a lively, end-to-end contest at Breese Stevens Field.Union Omaha struck first in the 26th minute when Owusu delivered from a corner for Gomez to finish high into the net. Forward Madison responded quickly, but Union Omaha kept pushing and Owusu

Asante Kotoko have expressed interest in signing Vision FC midfielder Meshack Adjetey Sowah as part of their squad-building plans for the 2026/27 season, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively reveal.The Porcupine Warriors have identified the highly rated midfielder as a priority transfer target, believing his quality and versatility would significantly bolster their options in the middle of the park. Kotoko are understood to have already initiated contact with the player's representatives

Free-agent forward Kwadwo Obeng Jnr has attracted interest from Aduana FC, Nations FC, and an unnamed Ethiopian club following his departure from Heart of Lions.The 27-year-old forward recently left Heart of Lions after the expiration of his contract, making him one of the most sought-after available players in the Ghanaian transfer market.Aduana FC and Nations FC are both keen to strengthen their attacking options ahead of the new season. Both clubs have reportedly opened talks

Senegal's World Cup campaign was undermined by a toxic atmosphere caused by head coach Pape Thiaw's demands for a pay rise and his threats not to travel to the tournament, the country's football federation president has revealed.The Senegalese Football Federation sacked Thiaw on Sunday after the Lions of Teranga were knocked out in the round of 32 by Belgium on July 1."There was a breakdown in trust between Pape Thiaw and us," FSF president Abdoulaye Fall

Former Hohoe United and AshantiGold FC head coach Shaibu Osei Alhassan has embarked on the next chapter of his tactical career following his appointment as the new Youth Team Coach and Assistant Coach for Burkinabé powerhouse Rahimo FC.Under this strategic dual mandate, the highly rated Ghanaian tactician will directly oversee the clubâ??s youth developmental structures while concurrently serving as the chief assistant to the senior first team, a move first reported by sports

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has been plunged into crisis after president Abdoulaye Fall revealed that the national team's long-serving head doctor, Dr Fedior, is actually a gynaecologist by training â?? a discovery he admitted came "too late".The stunning admission came during a press conference on Monday, July 13, as the federation conducted a post-mortem of Senegal's disappointing World Cup campaign. Dr Fedior had been with the Lions of Teranga

Hearts of Oak are in advanced negotiations to appoint Bosnian tactician Nebojša Kapor as their new head coach, aiming to finalize the official paperwork before the highly anticipated upcoming football season kicks off.According to a report by sports journalist Shaban Mohammed, the former Tema Youth and Medeama SC trainer is heavily expected to take over the Phobians' massive rebuilding efforts following the sudden departure of previous strategist Mas-Ud Didi Dramani.The

Ghanaian midfield enforcer Kwame Bonsu has joined Omani club Al Shabab SC. The former Asante Kotoko and Esperance de Tunis player signed a deal to join the gulf club for the 2026/27 campaign.He moves to Oman after a brief spell with Saudi outfit Al Jandal."Kwame begins a new chapter in Al Shabab colours," wrote his new club on social media with a video highlight of his career.Before leaving Al Jandal, Bonsu spent time at Al Ain also in Saudi Arabia.The 32-year-old has

The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has begun its search for a new head coach following the dismissal of Pape Thiaw, with former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira emerging as the leading candidate to take over the Lions of Teranga.Thiaw was sacked after Senegal's disappointing round-of-32 exit at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite taking a 2-0 lead against Belgium, Senegal dramatically lost 3-2 in extra time.The Teranga Lions had also lost to France and Norway in the group

Ghanaian defender Yussif Musah has completed a season-long loan move to Georgian second-tier side FC Kolkheti 1913 from Dinamo Tbilisi, offering the young player a fresh opportunity to rebuild his career following a serious injury setback.The 19-year-old joined Dinamo Tbilisi during the winter transfer window from Ghanaian third-tier side MŠK Žilina Africa in a move that highlighted his rapid development.However, his progress was interrupted by a serious anterior cruciate

Ghanaian forward Agnes Yeboah has completed a move to Chinese outfit Guangdong Meizhou Women Football Club, signing a permanent deal from Ghana Women's Premier League side Jonina Ladies.The Black Princesses' forward joins her new club for the second half of the 2026 Chinese Women's Super League. The deal was confirmed last week, with the former Jonina Ladies captain completing all mandatory requirements before putting pen to paper.Yeboah will wear the shirt number