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Late Kroupi strike ruins the day for Leeds
AFC Bournemouth secured a point against Leeds United during Saturday's Premier League encounter at Elland Road. Ghana striker Antoine Semenyo converted a free-kick after 26 minutes for his fourth league goal this campaign. Joe Rodon equalized for Leeds through a deflected header from Sean Longstaff's corner delivery. Sean Longstaff scored a long-range volley to put the hosts ahead early in the second half. Eli Junior Kroupi salvaged the draw for Bournemouth with a stoppage-time volley. The result places Bournemouth third in the table while Leeds occupy 11th position. Semenyo has recorded six direct goal contributions across six appearances this season. The forward will prepare for Fulham's visit before joining Ghana's squad for World...
Not dead, Salawa Abeni wishes death on haters
Nigerian singer Salawa Abeni addressed false death reports through an Instagram video post. The 64-year-old artist condemned the spreading of misinformation as disgraceful behavior. She expressed gratitude toward supporters who showed concern about the viral claims. Abeni urged audiences to ignore the fabricated stories about her passing. The veteran performer sang during her video response, stating that people who wish death upon her will perish first. Her written message confirmed her good health and vitality while criticizing media outlets. She accused certain blogs of publishing false information solely for attention and online engagement. The musician emphasized her wellbeing and dismissed all circulating rumors. Several Nigerian...
Ninalowo cheers split, rips into blogger
Nigerian actor Bolanle Ninalowo publicly defended his September 2023 divorce from wife Bunmi. The performer responded aggressively to social media claims suggesting he had apologized for past marital failures. A blogger published what appeared to be confession statements attributed to Ninalowo regarding infidelity and spousal neglect. The actor rejected these allegations and attacked the person who shared them online. Ninalowo and Bunmi first separated during 2019 amid cheating accusations before reuniting two years later. Their marriage began in 2007 and produced two children named Aaliyah and Morakinyo. The entertainer expressed pride about ending the relationship permanently. He called the blogger unintelligent while emphasizing his...
Atletico maul Real Madrid in five-goal derby
Atletico Madrid defeated Real Madrid 5-2 at Estadio Metropolitano, ending the visitors' perfect seven-match start to the 2025-26 season. Robin Le Normand opened the scoring for the hosts before Kylian Mbappe and Arda Guler responded with goals that gave Real Madrid a brief advantage. Alexander Sorloth equalized for Atletico just before halftime with a well-placed header. The second half belonged entirely to Diego Simeone's squad. Julian Alvarez converted a penalty after Guler committed a foul, then added a free-kick goal to extend the lead. Antoine Griezmann completed the rout with a late strike. Real Madrid maintains its position at the top of La Liga despite the setback, although Barcelona could overtake it depending on the outcome...
Hearts of Oak suffer for win against Wonders
Hearts of Oak claimed a narrow victory against Eleven Wonders at Accra Sports Stadium during Friday's third matchday encounter. Enock Asubonteng netted the lone goal 17 minutes into the contest against the promoted visitors. Coach Didi Dramani acknowledged the challenge his team faced throughout the 90-minute battle. The Phobians maintained their attacking approach despite physical fatigue late in the match. The result places Hearts atop the Ghana Premier League table with seven points collected from three fixtures this season. Dramani's squad will seek to continue their unbeaten streak when they visit Bechem United at Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park during the upcoming fourth round of league action.
Kofi Adams cleans house after ring fatality
Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams assembled Boxing Interim Management Committee members Thursday at the ministry headquarters. National Sports Authority Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah facilitated the preparatory session ahead of Monday's formal swearing-in ceremony. The committee formation stems from a comprehensive investigation into boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju's fatal March incident at Bukom Boxing Arena. Retired Justice Amarkai Amarteifio led the seven-member panel that examined the Nigerian fighter's death. The investigative team delivered a detailed 100-page analysis addressing safety deficiencies within Ghana's professional boxing framework. Ministry officials created a White Paper establishing government...
Adams axes GBA, taps Nelson for the cleanup
Ghana's Sports and Recreation Ministry will swear in the Boxing Interim Management Committee Monday at 1 p.m. The ceremony follows authorities dissolving the Ghana Boxing Authority board Friday. Minister Kofi Adams met committee members, among them boxing legend Azumah Nelson, with National Sports Authority Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah facilitating discussions. The inauguration follows the March 29 death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju at Bukom Boxing Arena. Authorities established an investigative body led by retired official Amarkai Amarteifio to examine the incident. The committee produced a 100-page report with safety recommendations. Adams stressed reform focuses on boxing's future rather than personalities...
Amadu plots Medeama's doom in Tamale
Karela United coach Nurudeen Amadu plans to transform the Aliu Mahama Stadium into an impenetrable home venue. The Tamale club seeks to secure its Ghana Premier League status while targeting a mid-table position this campaign. Last season brought near-relegation struggles that the team hopes to avoid repeating. Amadu believes strong home performances will prevent another battle against demotion. The team has collected four points through two matches this season. Victories against Aduana FC and a draw with FC Samartex have provided early momentum. Amadu considers these results the foundation for future success. The coach emphasized that visiting teams must find it impossible to claim maximum points at their ground. Medeama SC visits on...
Somehow, every Croat is now richer than you are
Croatian households achieved remarkable financial growth during the past decade, according to Allianz research. Financial assets per person rose from 13,000 euros in 2015 to 27,000 euros by 2024. The country experienced its strongest annual expansion last year with household assets climbing 9.9 percent. This performance exceeded both global rates at 8.7 percent and European Union averages between three and four percent. Citizens modified their investment strategies during this period of economic expansion. Bank deposit holdings fell from 65 percent to 55 percent of total portfolios. Investment allocations grew from 20 percent to 30 percent while insurance and pension products expanded from 10 percent to 13 percent. Croatia currently...
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