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Former Cameroon and PSG player dies of heart attack

Former Cameroon midfielder Modeste M'bami has died following a cardiac arrest at his home in Le Havre, France on Saturday. The 2000 Olympic champion succumbed...

Countryman Songo begs Kotoko fans to attend matches [Video]

Patrick Osei Agyemang, known in the media space as Countryman Songo, emotionally went on his knees at Nhyira FM to appeal to Asante Kotoko...

Bremang gets modern Astroturf to support youth in sports

A newly-constructed Astroturf has been commissioned for the Bremang community in the Suame Constituency, to promote sports and recreation among the youth in the...

Check out magical touch Ronaldo’s transfer has caused for Al Nassr

Saudi Arabian football club Al-Nassr has gained over five million followers on Instagram after signing five-time Champions League winner Cristiano Ronaldo. The football world came to a standstill...

World’s richest footballer is worth 15 times more than Ronaldo even after Saudi deal

Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Saudi Arabia could see his net worth catapult to over a billion - but the world's richest footballer is still...

Ghanaian boxing champion now a poultry farmer

The road to the ring is rarely a straightforward one for boxers, while the path that leads away can often be perilous. Francis Ampofo is...

Pelé’s coffin greeted with fireworks before wake

The body of Brazilian football legend Pelé has been moved from the hospital where he died to the stadium of his former club Santos. Pelé's...

Cristiano Ronaldo finally joins Saudi Arabia side Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr on a deal that runs until 2025. The Portugal captain, 37, is a free agent after leaving...

Kylian Mbappe shrugs off Emiliano Martinez’s ‘futile’ taunts

France striker Kylian Mbappe has said he won't "waste energy on such futile things when asked about Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez's taunts after the...

Pele: The player who united a nation

Outside the Albert Einstein hospital in São Paulo, fans started gathering when they heard the news of Pele's passing. Some were dressed in the...

Down Memory Lane: Pele’s visit to Ghana in 1969

On the 6th February 1969, Accra Hearts of Oak were held to a 2-2 drawn game by a Pele-led Santos FC of Brazil in...

Mahama pays glowing tribute to Pele

Former President John Mahama has extended commiserations to the family of Brazilian football legend, Pele following his demise. Mr Mahama has lauded Pele was...

Mbappe rescues PSG on return as Neymar sent off

Kylian Mbappe rescued victory for Paris St-Germain as his late penalty snatched a win over Strasbourg in his first game since losing the World...

Missing 2022 World Cup drove me mad – Haaland

Erling Haaland said missing out on the World Cup was an “irritation and motivation” that drove him “a bit mad” after becoming the first...

World football pays tribute to Brazil legend Pele

Many around the globe were hit with the unfortunate news after Brazil great, Pele was confirmed dead on Thursday, December 29. In recent years, he...

Confirmed: Brazil legend Pele is dead

Brazilian football legend Pele, arguably the greatest player ever, has died at the age of 82. Born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, he is credited with...

Brazil football legend Pele dies aged 82

Brazilian football legend Pele, arguably the greatest player ever, has died at the age of 82. Born Edson Arantes do Nascimento, he is credited with...

Mohammed Kudus honoured with ambassadorial role at Nima

Black Stars midfielder, Mohammed Kudus, has been named as an ambassador of Nima following his rise to prominence in recent years. The 22-year-old grew up...

NBA preview: Golden State Warriors v Portland Trail Blazers as Miami Heat travel to Utah Jazz

Viewers on DStv and GOtv can look forward to thrills and spills from the world’s best basketball league, with ESPN and ESPN 2 the...

Black Galaxies beat Egypt U-20 in pre-CHAN friendly 

The Black Galaxies of Ghana on Tuesday, December 27, defeated Egypt’s U-20 side as part of their preparations ahead of the 2023 CHAN tournament.  Sylvester...

CHAN 2023: Awako, Barnieh & Abagna lead Black Galaxies

Coach Annor Walker and the Technical team of the Black Galaxies have confirmed Gladson Awako as captain of the side. The Hearts of Oak midfielder...

Aston Villa to hold crunchy talks with Emiliano Martinez for vulgar celebration

Unai Emery is planning to hold talks with Emiliano Martínez after the Argentina hero’s controversial celebration following last weekend’s World Cup final in Qatar. Martínez,...

Andre Onana retires from Cameroon duty after World Cup dispute

Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana has retired from international football after falling out with head coach Rigobert Song at the World Cup. Song said Onana had...

Mohammed Kudus gets recognition again for World Cup performance

Mohammed Kudus was honoured by the Ghana Armed Forces following his stunning performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Kudus starred in the win over...

5 footballers of Ghanaian origin making waves in Europe

When we mention Ghanaian football, legendary names like Asamoah Gyan, Michael Essien, and Abedi Pele readily come to mind. Of course, these legends have inarguably...

Ghana improves in FIFA ranking but maintains position in Africa

Ghana will finish the year in the 58th position in the FIFA ranking after moving three spots up following their involvement at the just-ended...

Morocco tops Africa in FIFA ranking after World Cup exploits

Morocco’s national team has overtaken The Teranga Lions of Senegal to become the best African side in the recent and final FIFA Ranking for...

All you need to know to find an experienced sports lawyer

In 2017, Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Morrison, who then played for Orlando Pirates, made headlines by suing his agent for fraud. This emphasised the need...

5 youngest players ever to play for Real Madrid

Real Madrid recently made the news of their signing of Endrick Felipe, the coveted 16-year Brazilian wonderkid that the whole of Europe gushed over. Young,...

2022 World Cup: Sports Minister reveals how much was spent on Black Stars

Youth and Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif, has confirmed that the country spent $5.1 million at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Ghana exited the tournament...

Pele’s cancer has advanced, says hospital

Pele's cancer has progressed, a statement from the Sao Paulo hospital where the 82-year-old Brazil legend is being treated has confirmed. The three-time World Cup...

Argentina goalkeeper reignites Mbappe feud with baby doll taunt next to Messi

Lionel Messi watched on as Emiliano Martinez held a doll with Kylian Mbappe’s face on it during Argentina’s World Cup victory homecoming parade. Argentina goalkeeper, Martinez...

Africa’s wish to win World Cup alive and within reach – CAF president

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Patrice Motsepe, says his outfit’s objective of ensuring a nation from the continent wins the FIFA...

Ex Ghanaian footballer Prince Tagoe remanded for defrauding Black Stars assistant coach

Former Ghana international, Prince Tagoe, has been remanded into police custody until January 4, 2023, for defrauding Black Stars assistant coach, George Boateng, of...

2022 World Cup: Goal of the Tournament nominees announced

After 64 exciting games, the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar saw 172 goals hit the back of the net. That number is an all-time record in the history...

Pelé congratulates Messi and Mbappé after World Cup final

Brazil great Pele congratulated Lionel Messi and Argentina for winning the World Cup and Kylian Mbappe for his goal-scoring exploits in Sunday’s final. Pele, who...

Morocco players awarded by King Mohammed VI after World Cup heroics

King Mohammed VI received on Tuesday the Moroccan national football team in the Royal palace in Rabat, in recognition of their achievements in the...

Hearts of Oak could have been smart to tie down Barnieh – Esme Mends blasts management

Esme Papa Mends, a former Accra Hearts of Oak midfielder, has criticized management of the Phobians for not renewing the contract of Daniel Afriyie...

Black Stars player banned for betting involvement

Black Stars defender, Alexander Djiku, has shockingly been banned by France Football authorities for engaging in sports betting activities. The highly rated centre back was...

Forget about CHAN tournament and leave Hearts of Oak now –Esme Mends advises Afriyie Barnieh

Former midfielder of Accra Hearts of Oak, Esme Mends, is urging star striker, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh to forget about the CHAN tournament and leave...