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Five most controversial Ghanaian footballers

For most footballers, their trade precedes them. They are easily known and recognized by their actions on the field. However, some are known more for their off-field actions than what they exhibit on the field. Whereas they may have incredible footballing careers, they may conduct themselves in certain ways which …

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We don’t know any ‘Andrew Abedi Ayew’ – Ayew family

Spokesperson for the Ayew family, Fiifi Tackie, has said that Parliament’s invitation letter to Black Stars captain, Andre Ayew to appear before an investigative committee is wrongly addressed. Tackie confirmed to GhanaWeb that the neither the player nor the family has received any letter from Parliament requesting the Black Stars captain to answer to …

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Why Nyantakyi sacked Kwasi Appiah after 2014 World Cup

In September 2014, the Ghana Football Association sacked then Black Stars coach Kwasi Appiah. The dismissal came months after Ghana’s disastrous showing at the 2014 World Cup where the team picked just one point from a possible nine. The Sports Minister then, Mahama Ayariga has recounted a series of incidents …

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Five persons who will face Parliament over AFCON fiasco

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth, Sports and Culture is set to meet five stakeholders of football in Ghana as part of their investigations on Black Stars‘ poor performance at the just ended Africa Cup of Nations(AFCON). Kobena Woyome, a Ranking Member on Parliament’s Select Committee said on GhanaWeb’s Sports …

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How Sulley Muntari confronted RTU after reckless tackle

Sulley Muntari made his start for Accra Hearts of Oak in their drawn game against Real Tamale United (RTU) in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday, February 13, 2022. The former Black Stars midfielder was heavily applauded by both Accra Hearts of Oak and RTU supporters when he came off the pitch after the 78th-minute …

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Encourage students to pursue STEM-based courses -Dr Adutwum

The Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has urged Headmasters of Senior High, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) schools to encourage students to take a keen interest in the study of STEM-based courses. This, he said could be done by engaging the services of various institutions in the …

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State Experimental School collapsing; kids exposed to danger

An old building housing children of the State Experimental Basic School in the Ashanti Regional capital, Kumasi, is in danger of collapse as three of its pillars have started falling apart.  The primary school building, built in the 1950s, has seen no major renovation, and parts of the pillars have …

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Alhaji Grusah rejects NPP tag on new Black Stars management committee

Former Black Stars management committee dissolved after AFCON 2021 A member of the newly-constituted management committee of the Black Stars Alhaji Grusah has dispelled rumours that the new appointments by the FA were influenced by partisan politics. According to the King, Faisal bankroller he has been a staunch supporter of the United Party …

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Ghana suffer Hudson-Odoi blow ahead of Nigeria tie?

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi continues to keep the cards to his international career close to his chest amid intensified efforts from Ghana to have him switch allegiance. The winger has told The Standard newspaper that he is yet to make a decision on his national team career. Hudson-Odoi is leaving …

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Kudus returns as Ajax beat FC Twente in Eredivisie

Cote d’Ivoire forward Sebastien Haller registered a trio of goals as Ajax handed FC Twente a 5-0 mauling in the Dutch Eredivisie on Sunday. The 27-year-old’s hat-trick, a Davy Klaassen opener and a Robin Propper own goal ensured three points for The Lancers in the matchday 22 fixture at Johan …

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Ghana beat Morocco 3-0 in international friendly

The Black Maidens of Ghana beat Morocco 2-0 in an international friendly match played at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday. A goal each from Stella Nyamekye and Georgina Ayisha were enough to give Ghana the upper hand over their Moroccan counterpart in the first half. After the break, Mariam …

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Hudson-Odoi wins historic FIFA Club World Cup with Chelsea

Callum Hudson-Odoi is a World Club Champion after his club side Chelsea won the trophy for the first time in their history. The London side on Saturday evening struggled to break down Palmeiras, their Brazilian opponents in the FIFA Club World Club final. After a goalless first half, the Blues …

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Otto Addo doesn’t deserve Black Stars job – Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe

Former Ghana Football Association chairman, Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe is unimpressed by the appointment of Borussia Dortmund assistant coach Otto Addo for Ghana’s lead coaching position ahead of next month’s clash with Nigeria in 2022 World Cup qualifying. Assistant to immediate-past Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac, who was fired for an abysmal showing at the …

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Chelsea beat Palmeiras in extra time to claim Club World Cup

Chelsea won the Club World Cup for the first time after an extra-time victory against Brazilian club Palmeiras. A 117th-minute penalty in Abu Dhabi by Kai Havertz – who scored their 2021 Champions League winner – means the Blues have now won every trophy possible under owner Roman Abramovich. Romelu …

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WATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Asante Kotoko 3-1 Accra Lions

Frank Mbella scored his second hattrick of the season as Asante Kotoko eased past Accra Lions 3-1 on Saturday, February 12, 2022. The Porcupine Warriors returned to winning ways after losing to Elmina Sharks on matchday 16. The Cameroonian import delivered a man-of-the-match performance to help the Asante Kotoko extend their lead on …

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KNUST students leaving campus as UTAG strike bites

Alot of students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) are leaving the campus in frustration, as members of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) continue with their strike. This comes in the wake of stalled negotiations between the striking teachers and the government to resolve …

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