Ukrainian forces grabbed Joshua Nkrumah on September 6th after the Ghanaian man entered the conflict during 2024. His pregnant wife back home had no clue where he went for months while he sat locked up in brutal conditions across Western Ukraine. The family finally got word that Joshua remains alive and wants to come back to Ghana. Military officials prevented him from talking directly to his loved ones during his captivity. His relatives keep hoping he makes it home safely from the war zone.
Both warring nations have swapped prisoners under humanitarian deals during recent months. The biggest exchange happened in late May when nearly a thousand detainees changed hands between the countries. Another major swap took place during early...
Manchester United keeper Andre Onana picked up a nasty hamstring problem during recent training sessions. The Cameroon star will miss all the action during the American tour but still plans to make the trip across the Atlantic. Medical staff report that the 29-year-old has reacted positively to early treatment sessions. He will focus entirely on getting back to full fitness while his teammates battle through the Premier League Summer Series. The injury opens the door for Altay Bayindir to grab the number one spot during pre-season preparations.
Turkish international Bayindir faced serious questions about his Manchester future after getting benched for the Europa League final back in May. The 27-year-old lost out to Onana despite the...
Accra Great Olympics grabbed Eric Alagidede for their top administrative position after dumping seasoned football boss Oloboi Commodore. The Wonder Club handed the promising young executive the General Manager keys on Friday July 11. Alagidede earned his stripes during a brilliant run with Nsoatreman FC where he masterminded their remarkable achievements. The former Karela United communications chief transformed into a sharp football administrator who catches attention with his fresh management approach. Great Olympics bosses want him spearheading their ambitious climb back to elite status.
The fallen giants crashed out of the Premier League alongside Bofoakwa Tano and Real Tamale United during their relegation nightmare. Alagidede...
West Ham United midfielder Kudus Mohammed completed his blockbuster switch to Tottenham Hotspur after the clubs agreed on a massive £55 million transfer fee. The Ghana international penned a six-year contract with Spurs and becomes the most expensive player from his country ever. His record-breaking move surpasses the previous mark set by Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey. The 24-year-old attacker thanked Hammers supporters through social media after finalizing his North London switch. Mohammed described his time at the London Stadium as a pleasure while wishing his former club success.
Tottenham secured the services of a proven goalscorer who netted 19 times during his two-year stint with West Ham. The former Ajax sensation also...
Ghana Premier League champions Bibiani GoldStars axed eleven squad members as they prepare for continental competition. The club dumped Eric Bosomtwi and Sadat Mohammed along with nine other first-team stars during their summer clearout. Alex Aso, Godfred Kyei, Frank Amankwah, Michael Osei, Charles Kamara and defender William Dankyi all got the boot from the title-winning roster. Management thanked the departing players for helping deliver the historic championship triumph before wishing them well. The released stars will forever hold special places in club hearts according to official statements.
Technical bosses believe the massive squad overhaul gives them the best chance of succeeding across multiple competitions. GoldStars face...
The expanded Club World Cup sparked wildly different reactions across the globe despite filling nearly 39,000 seats per match. Saudi Arabia went completely mad for Al-Hilal's stunning upset over Manchester City at 4am local time. Streets emptied as 1.5 million viewers glued themselves to screens while cafes charged $30 entry fees. Fans celebrated until dawn after their team shocked the Premier League champions in extra time.
Brazilian supporters embraced the tournament like a second World Cup with massive beach parties on Copacabana. Fluminense fanatics gathered by the thousands to watch their club eliminate Inter Milan and reach the semifinals. The country's four teams advancing to knockout rounds restored national football pride...
American sprinter Noah Lyles stunned defending Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo during their showdown at the Monaco Diamond League meeting. The Botswana speedster had previously crushed Lyles at the Paris Olympics where the American finished third after racing with COVID. Tebogo entered the Monaco clash riding high from his world-leading 19.76 seconds performance at the Eugene Diamond League event on July 5. Lyles had avoided sprint competition since April when he last ran a 400m race. The 27-year-old American had stayed away from 200m racing for 338 days before returning to the track.
Lyles powered through the finish line clocking 19.88 seconds while Tebogo settled for second place at 19.97 seconds. The victorious sprinter celebrated...
Ghana coach Kim Lars Björkegren slammed his team's wasteful finishing after they blew multiple scoring opportunities against Mali at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Queens managed just a frustrating 1-1 stalemate when victory seemed within their grasp at Stade Municipal de Berkane. Alice Kusi had given Ghana the perfect start by burying her chance during the opening six minutes of play. The striker's early strike sent the team into halftime with a crucial one-goal advantage that should have secured three vital points. Mali refused to surrender and struck back through Aissata Traoré during the second period.
The Swiss tactician believes his players squandered enough clear-cut chances to claim a comfortable victory on Friday...
Asante Kotoko sealed their pursuit of FC Samartex star Lord Hilary Adabo with a massive GH¢200,000 transfer package. The Porcupine Warriors fought off competition to land the defensive midfielder who dominated Ghana Premier League action. Adabo will visit medical facilities on Monday before putting pen to paper on his lucrative four-year contract. The deal represents Kotoko's biggest midfield investment as they prepare for continental competition. Club officials believe the talented player will transform their squad dynamics ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The midfielder built his reputation at Samartex after moving from Real Tamale United before the 2023/24 season kicked off. Adabo featured in 33 matches out of a possible 34 league...
