Eric Tinkler sets trophy target after Kotoko's 1-0 friendly win
Asante Kotoko coach Eric Tinkler has made winning trophies his priority after the club beat Heart of Lions 1-0 in a pre-season friendly.
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Ghana defender Nicholas Opoku officially unveiled by UD Las Palmas
Ghana defender Nicholas Opoku has joined Segunda Division club UD Las Palmas on a two-year contract after completing his medical in Spain.
Eddie Hearn Sets Odel Kamara’s Pro Debut for Whittaker Card in Birmingham
Odel Kamara will make his professional boxing debut on the October 3 Ben Whittaker-Conor Wallace card in Birmingham under Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom banner.
Isaiah Okyere wins Best Player award at 2026 X1 DOL Super Cup
Ebusua Dwarfs midfielder Isaiah Okyere was named Best Player after helping the club beat Semper Fi on penalties to win the 2026 X1 DOL Super Cup.
KCCA beat NEC 1-0 to win 2026 FUFA Super 8 after eight years
KCCA ended an eight-year trophy wait by beating NEC 1-0 in the 2026 FUFA Super 8 final, with Saidi Mayanja scoring from the spot.
SABC to show Springboks v All Blacks Test nearly two hours late
SABC will televise the Springboks’ All Blacks Test on SABC 3, but only from 19:00 after the 17:10 kick-off at Ellis Park.
André Ayew backs constituency games as route to national glory
André Ayew has thrown his support behind the constituency games, highlighting their link between grassroots ambition and national glory.
Genk hail Afriyie’s energy after Ghana forward signs through 2031
Genk have signed 19-year-old Ghana forward Jerry Afriyie from Al-Qadsiah on a five-year deal, with football chief Dimitri de Conde praising his intensity.
Isaac Buckman wins MVP as Dwarfs take 2026 DOL Super Cup 5-4
Isaac Buckman was named Man of the Match after Ebusua Dwarfs beat Semper Fi 5-4 on penalties to win the 2026 DOL Super Cup.
Sunderland must raise offer for Sporting winger Geny Catamo this window
Sunderland will need to move towards Geny Catamo’s £52m release clause if they are to sign the Sporting CP winger this transfer window.
Ghana forward Jerry Afriyie completes five-year move to Genk
Ghana forward Jerry Afriyie has joined KRC Genk on a five-year contract after his loan spell at RAAL La Louviere in the Belgian top flight.
Ipswich Town’s second Palacios bid still below Leverkusen price
Ipswich Town have improved their offer for Exequiel Palacios, but Bayer Leverkusen still want more as talks continue before the transfer window closes.
World Boxing opens bidding for 2026 Referee and Judge courses
National federations can bid to host World Boxing’s Continental-level Referee and Judge certification courses, with applications closing on 21 August 2026.
Nigerian striker Peter Ambrose joins Neuchâtel Xamax from Aberdeen
Nigerian forward Peter Ambrose has left Aberdeen for Neuchâtel Xamax on a permanent transfer after limited league opportunities in Scotland.
Abdul Mumin praises Girona style while discussing move to club
Ghana-Nigeria centre-back Abdul Mumin has highlighted Girona’s attractive football as he discusses a move after leaving Rayo Vallecano.
2026 MTN Elite U19 Championship set for August 24 to September 4
The second MTN Elite U19 Championship will bring together 10 regional teams in Prampram from August 24 to September 4.
PRURide 2026 gains road-safety backing from MTTD and NRSA
Ghana’s MTTD and NRSA have pledged support for PRURide 2026, urging motorists to respect cyclists ahead of the Accra events.
Abdul Mumin traces Girona move back to street football in Kumasi
Ghana defender Abdul Mumin says street football in Sawaba, Kumasi, shaped the passion that carried him to a three-season Girona contract.
GTTA opens registration for 2026 Level One and Two umpire courses
Ghana’s table tennis body will hold Level One and Level Two umpire training in Accra from August 20 to 25, 2026.
Abdul Mumin credits Portugal and Rayo for shaping his career
Ghana defender Abdul Mumin says Portugal and Rayo Vallecano helped develop him professionally and personally during his European career.
MTN Elite U19 Championship committee seeks GFA prize-money approval
The 2026 MTN Elite U19 Championship committee is awaiting GFA approval before announcing prize money and other participant entitlements.
Tagoe and Effiong win 2026 Duku Cycling Championships in Accra
Solomon Tagoe won the men’s 120km race while Patience Effiong Otudung claimed the women’s 50km title at the 2026 Duku Championships.
Ghana defender Abdul Mumin outlines defensive strengths behind Girona move
Ghana centre-back Abdul Mumin says his defensive range and ability to pass from the back made him a fit for Girona’s style.
Ellis Park Test tickets available for Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry
Tickets have become available for Saturday’s Ellis Park Test, despite the opening Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry fixture previously being considered sold out.
Messi vs Ronaldo: Jay-Jay Okocha Gives His Definitive GOAT Verdict
Nigeria legend Jay-Jay Okocha has chosen Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo, praising Messi’s all-round influence while casting Ronaldo primarily as a scorer.
NFF Sacks Super Falcons Coach After WAFCON and World Cup Blow
Justine Madugu and the Super Falcons technical crew have been ordered to leave immediately after Nigeria’s WAFCON exit and 2027 World Cup failure.
Laryea apologises after WBA eliminator disqualification ends unbeaten run
Ghanaian boxer John Laryea apologised after a ninth-round disqualification by low blows ended his unbeaten record against Adrian Robledo in Buenos Aires.
Karela United face FIFA transfer ban over Ghana Premier League dispute
Karela United have been barred by FIFA from registering players after failing to settle a financial dispute with former player Sana Camara.
Springboks give Kolisi and Nche fitness boost before All Blacks opener
Siya Kolisi and Ox Nche remain in contention for the Springboks’ All Blacks opener after making encouraging progress in training.
Heart of Lions coach satisfied despite 1-0 Kotoko friendly defeat
Kasim Gokyildiz praised Heart of Lions' display after a 1-0 friendly loss to Asante Kotoko, saying the team showed quality and tactical progress.
Boxing remembers Martha Saldívar Sulaimán, the WBC’s matriarch
The World Boxing Council remembers Martha Saldívar Sulaimán, whose home and care helped give its global boxing family a human centre.
Terrel Williams was refused sparring after Prichard Colón tragedy
Arnold Barboza says his father refused to let him spar Terrel Williams after the 2015 bout that left Prichard Colón with catastrophic brain injuries.
Sevilla revive bid for Nigeria striker George Ilenikhena from Al Ittihad
Sevilla are pushing to sign 19-year-old Nigeria forward George Ilenikhena from Al Ittihad on loan, with a permanent option under discussion.
Zimbabwe Rugby Union rejects Sables accommodation claim ahead of 2027 World Cup
Zimbabwe Rugby Union says a property shown in 11 social-media images was never used to house Sables players during official camps or World Cup preparations.
Tyrel Lomax seen as All Blacks answer to Springboks scrum power
Tyrel Lomax’s return gives New Zealand renewed confidence before Saturday’s Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry opener against South Africa at Ellis Park.
NFF and FIFA to present Nigeria amateur football report in Abuja
The NFF and FIFA will present a multi-year review of Nigeria’s amateur football structures and activities during a two-day Abuja event.
Devin Titus says Stellenbosch exit was emotional after MAS Fes move
Devin Titus has left Stellenbosch FC for Moroccan champions MAS Fes after 176 appearances, describing his departure as an emotional moment.
Blacks Power appoint Mugerwa for 2026/27 UPL return season
Blacks Power have named CAF A-licensed coach Simon Peter Mugerwa as head coach as the promoted club prepares for the 2026/27 UPL season.
Chibuku Super Cup ticket scam case fails to start at Barbourfields
The court case involving a security guard and cashier over alleged ticket recycling at a Chibuku Super Cup match was postponed for more investigations.
Brooklyn parades WBC champion Bruce Carrington in Brownsville
Undefeated WBC featherweight champion Bruce Carrington was honoured with a Brownsville parade after winning his title and first defence.