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FIFA, CAF to punish Nigeria after stadium invasion by irate fans

Nigeria is facing sanctions from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) after fans invaded the Moshood Abiola Stadium pitch following the 1-1 draw with Ghana on Tuesday, March 29. The result ultimately meant the Super Eagles will miss out on the World Cup in Qatar later this year. …

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Ghana qualify for FIFA World Cup 2022

Ghana against all odds got the job done in Abuja after booking a 2022 FIFA World Cup spot at the expense of their West African rivals, Nigeria. The Black Stars eliminated the Super Eagles following a one-all draw in the second leg at the Abiola Stadium on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. After …

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Russia request to suspend Fifa ban for World Cup play-offs rejected

Russia’s request to suspend their ban from competing in the World Cup play-offs has been rejected by the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Fifa suspended Russian national teams from all competitions in February following the invasion of Ukraine. Russia appealed against the decision and wanted to be allowed to play until the …

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World Cup playoff: FIFA rejects Cape Coast Stadium

The world football governing body, FIFA, has rejected the Cape Coast Stadium as the venue for Ghana’s World Cup qualifying play-off against Nigeria on March 25. According to a tweet by the state broadcaster, GTV Sports+, Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi is under review to hot the game pending approval …

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Nigeria vs Ghana: FIFA changes officials for World Cup playoff clash, referees maintained

Football’s World governing body, FIFA has made last minute changes to officials for the World Cup playoffs between Ghana and Nigeria later this month. Moroccan referee Rédouane Jiyed has been maintained as the official for the match and will be assisted by compatriots Lahsen Azgaou (as assistant referee 1), Mostafa …

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WATCH: How irate King Faisal fans ambushed FIFA referee Daniel Laryea after Aduana Stars clash

Top Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea had to protected by the Police after officiating King Faisal game against Aduana Stars at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. The Isha Allah boys suffered a 1-0 defeat to the Fire boys on Sunday in matchday 19 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday. …

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GFA to compete in FIFA video game competition

The Football Association will give FIFA esports enthusiasts the chance to represent the country on the biggest stage and compete with competitors from other countries across the globe. The GFA will host the maiden edition of the National qualifying event (called the MA eTrophy) for the FIFAe Nations Series to …

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Russia to appeal against football ban imposed by Fifa and Uefa

The Russian Football Union said it will go to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) to appeal against its ban from international competitions after the country’s invasion of Ukraine. On Monday, Russian football clubs and national teams were suspended from all competitions “until further notice” by Fifa and Uefa. The union …

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Otto Addo drops experienced Wakaso, 6 others for crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Nigeria

Black Stars interim manager Otto Addo has reportedly dropped seven players who were with the team and took part in the 33rd CAF Africa Cup of Nations held last month in Cameroon. According to reports, the Borussia Dortmund assistant coach has axed seven players who were part of the Black …

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FIFA announce new dates for Ghana vs Nigeria match

The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) have announced new dates for the World Cup play-off between the Black Stars of Ghana and the Super Eagles of Nigeria. The two matches were initially scheduled for March 24 and 29 but have now been revised to Friday March 25, and Tuesday, March …

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