Maduka Okoye returns to full training with Udinese
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle receives a boost as goalkeeper Maduka Okoye resumes full training sessions with Italian side Udinese.
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Danlad Ibrahim joins Asante Kotoko pre-season squad in Accra
Former goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim has been named in the Asante Kotoko squad for their pre-season tour of Accra as contract talks continue.
Raphael Onyedika debuts for Eintracht Frankfurt in Hull City win
Nigeria's Raphael Onyedika played his first minutes for Eintracht Frankfurt during a 2-0 pre-season friendly victory against Hull City.
GFA corrects errors regarding youth football development
The Ghana Football Association has addressed inaccuracies in recent media reports and defended its long-term youth football development strategy.
Ghana must prioritize athlete development over medal chasing
Ghana's poor performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games highlights a need for long-term grassroots investment rather than short-term financial incentives.
William Zepeda fight draws 748,000 average viewers on TNT
The WBC lightweight title victory for William Zepeda over Lamont Roach Jr. averaged 748,000 viewers during the second edition of The Fight on TNT.
Chelsea to compete with Real Madrid for Arsenal's Martin Zubimendi
Chelsea are prepared to challenge Real Madrid for the signature of Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi during this summer transfer window.
Ekaterina Alexandrova knocks out Aryna Sabalenka in Toronto
World number one Aryna Sabalenka suffered a three-set defeat to Ekaterina Alexandrova to exit the Canadian Open in Toronto.
Goteborg beat Kalmar FF 3-1 as Charles Sagoe Jr scores
Charles Sagoe Jr scored his second consecutive goal for Kalmar FF, but Goteborg secured a 3-1 victory in a battle between 11th and 12th place.
Ismail Bello nears Enyimba move after El-Kanemi success
Ismail Bello has reportedly agreed to personal terms with NPFL champions Enyimba ahead of an expected unveiling in the coming days.
The high-stakes lifestyle and political ties of Gianni Infantino
FIFA President Gianni Infantino maintains a high-profile lifestyle involving private jets and political connections amid controversy over his business plans.
Nunoo Mensah calls for more support for boxing and athletics
Former GOC President Ben Nunoo Mensah warns that football receives disproportionate funding compared to other successful Ghanaian sports.
Genk linked with Al-Qadsiah forward Jerry Afriyie
Belgian side Genk have been connected with a potential transfer for Ghanaian centre-forward Jerry Afriyie from Saudi Pro League club Al-Qadsiah.
Golden Arms start training camp for 2026 World Championships
Ghana's national armwrestling team begins intensive training in Accra to prepare for the 2026 World Armwrestling Championships in New Delhi, India.
Ipswich Town Join West Ham and Hull in Race for Wilson Isidor
Ipswich Town have entered the race to sign Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor alongside West Ham United and Hull City this summer.
Odamtten criticises Ghana's boxing system for failing to produce champions
Trainer Daniel Odamtten claims Ghana's boxing development is broken due to inflated records and a lack of structured coaching pathways.
Veyre and Scott to Defend WBC World Titles in Atlanta
Kaye Scott and Caroline Veyre are set to defend their WBC World titles on August 15 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
Baba Iddrisu starts pre-season training with Partizan Belgrade
Ghanaian midfielder Baba Iddrisu has begun his first training sessions with Serbian side Partizan Belgrade following his move from Almeria.
Usyk identifies Terence Crawford as the man to beat Mayweather
Oleksandr Usyk believes Terence Crawford would have defeated Floyd Mayweather and other boxing legends like Sugar Ray Robinson.
Mourinho decides Endrick and Mendy will stay at Real Madrid
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has reversed his stance on the futures of Endrick and Ferland Mendy, confirming both will remain at the club.
Nunoo Mensah advises Amadu Mohammed to stay amateur
Former GOC Chairman Ben Nunoo Mensah has urged Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Amadu Mohammed to delay his professional boxing career.
Tottenham reject Arsenal interest and eye Atletico Madrid move
Tottenham Hotspur have refused to sell Cristian Romero to Arsenal and are instead nearing a deal to transfer the defender to Atletico Madrid.
Medeama SC aim to win CAF Champions League trophy
Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC have announced their ambition to win the 2026/27 CAF Champions League after being drawn against TP Mazembe.
Chelsea and Everton learn Carabao Cup second round opponents
The Carabao Cup second round draw has been completed, confirming fixtures for Chelsea, Everton, and several other Premier League clubs.
Bill Judd launches Boxer’s Journey: The Rising Pro’s Series
Former World Champion Bill Judd has introduced a new professional boxing platform to provide emerging fighters with more competitive opportunities.
Liverpool prepare €128m bid for PSG winger Bradley Barcola
Liverpool are reportedly ready to launch a €128m transfer offer for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola during this month's transfer window.
Teremoana faces long wait for heavyweight title shot
Promoter Eddie Hearn says Australian heavyweight Teremoana needs five or six more wins before he can challenge for a world championship.
Yira Sor completes club-record transfer to Amed SK from Genk
Nigerian winger Yira Sor has moved from KRC Genk to Turkish side Amed SK in a deal that sets a new transfer record for the club.
Red Owl Boxing Announces Boxfest XX in Hidalgo, Texas
Red Owl Boxing brings Boxfest XX to Payne Arena on September 11, featuring a 10-round main event between Giovanni Marquez and Rowin Javier Sanchez.
Umar Abubakar launches UA9 Foundation to develop Nigerian talent
Famalicão attacker Umar Abubakar uses his journey from Kano to Portugal to launch the UA9 Football Foundation for Nigerian youth.
Umar and Bewene share moment after Hradec Králové beat Baník Ostrava
Nigerian players Abdullahi Umar and Abdullahi Bewene faced off in the Czech Republic as Hradec Králové secured a 2-1 win over Baník Ostrava.
Tottenham Hotspur face £70m price tag for Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo
Liverpool will demand at least £70 million to consider selling Cody Gakpo to Tottenham Hotspur as the Dutch winger remains under contract until 2030.
Nigerian striker Kparobo Arierhi joins Sogndal on loan
Nigerian international Kparobo Arierhi has completed a loan move from Lillestrøm to Norwegian second-tier side Sogndal until the end of 2026.
Mbappe, Cucurella, Konate and Tchouameni rejoin Real Madrid
Four new Real Madrid signings have returned to training under Jose Mourinho following their medical examinations on Monday morning.
Shaun Maloney praises Celtic mentality after 5-1 win at Kilmarnock
Acting manager Shaun Maloney expressed his delight with Celtic's attacking intensity following a dominant 5-1 victory over Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
WBC Mourns the Death of Las Vegas Boxing Figure Butch Gottlieb
The World Boxing Council has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of Butch Gottlieb, a prominent manager and promoter in Las Vegas.
AmaZulu FC complete the signing of Siphesihle Maduna
Midfielder Siphesihle Maduna has returned to AmaZulu FC on a free transfer following his departure from TS Galaxy.
Wolves set for Sheffield Wednesday trip in Carabao Cup second round
Wolves will travel to Hillsborough to face Sheffield Wednesday in the second round of the Carabao Cup during the week of August 24.
Sporting Lagos and Rangers lead ValueJet Cup after two wins
Sporting Lagos and Rangers International sit atop the ValueJet Cup standings after securing back-to-back victories to move closer to the semi-finals.
West Ham consider loan move for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson
West Ham United are exploring a loan deal for Reiss Nelson to bolster their attack following their relegation to the Championship.