Home Blog Page 14

Agyemang Badu Appointed As Aduana Stars International Relations Manager

foot hg
-
0
Agyemang Badu Appointed As Aduana Stars International Relations Manager

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Former Black Stars midfield supremo, Emmanuel Agyemang Agyemang, has been appointed as the new International Relations Officer for Ghana Premier League side Aduana Stars.

The idea behind his new role, according to managers of Aduana Stars, is to use his hard won fame and links to strike international deals for the Bono Region team.

Emmanuel Agyemang Badu played for Aduana Stars before joining Asante Kotoko for a short period.

He rose to fame during the 2009 FIFA Youth Championship in Egypt. He played effectively to help the national U-20 team, the Black Satellites to conquer the world for the first time as African side.

His victorious penalty kick against Brazil during the penalty shootout will forever remain fresh in the minds of many Ghanaians.

The exploits of Agyemang Badu for the Black Stars in both Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and FIFA World Cup cannot be ignored when writing the rich history of the senior national team.

Badu occupies his new role as International Relations Officer with vast experience in football having played many big teams across the globe including Italian side Udenise.

He joins ace Sports Journalist Attah Poku who is now directing affairs of Aduana Stars as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The Dormaa based team made history by winning the Ghana Premier League on their promotion from Division One in 2010.

They are currently second on the 2025/26 Premier League table with 35 points having won 10, drawn 5 and lost 5 in 20 league games.

They are eyeing another glory in the local scene to enrich their trophy cabinet.

Senegal Coach Pape Thiaw To Miss 2026 FIFA World Cup after CAF Ban

foot hg
-
0
Senegal Coach Pape Thiaw To Miss 2026 FIFA World Cup after CAF Ban

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Champion Coach Pape Thiaw is likely to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a ban and fine imposed on him by the Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) for gross misconduct.

The Coach has been slapped with a 5-match suspension and a USD 100,000 fine for exhibiting unsporting conduct during the 2025 AFCON final in Morocco.

Senegal won their first AFCON in 2022 under coach Aliou Cisse. They showed great determination to win their second AFCON a fortnight ago beating host nation Morocco in the grand finale.

But there were some bizarre circumstances leading to this historic triumph by Senegal.

In the die embers of regulation time, Morocco was awarded a penalty which did not go down well with Senegal coach Pape Thiaw and his players.

Pape Thiaw, peeved by the referee’s decision, ordered his players to leave the pitch for 15 minutes before proceeding could continue.

Morocco missed the penalty before Senegal went ahead to score in extra time to carry the day.

The disciplinary committee of CAF has acted swifty and come out with the following disciplinary actions:

TEAM SENEGAL

Senegal has been fined $615,000 in total.

  • being $300K for supporters misbehaviour
  • $300K for players/staff misbehaviour and
  • $15K for five yellow cards received in the final.

COACH PAPE THIAW

Coach Pape Thiaw suspended for 5 official CAF matches plus $100,000 for bringing the game into disrepute.

SENEGAL PLAYERS

Senegal players Iliman Ndiaye & Ismaila Sarr suspended for 2 official CAF matches each, for unsporting behaviour towards the referee.

MOROCCO

The host nation has been fined $415,000 in total, being:

  • $200K for stadium ball boys misbehaviour
  • $100K for players/staff misbehaviour
  • $100K fine for Ismail Saibari + 3 official CAF matches
  • Achraf Hakimi banned 2 official CAF matches
  • $15K for fans’ use of lasers

TROPHY VERDICT

CAF has rejected Morocco’s appeal that argued that Senegal should be stripped off the title because they abandoned the match when they walked off the pitch.

This means Senegal have officially been declared AFCON 2025 winners.

Kaizer Chiefs Eyes Kotoko’s Hubert Gyau

foot hg
-
0
Kaizer Chiefs Eyes Kotoko’s Hubert Gyau

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Grapevine source indicates that Asante Kotoko intelligent midfielder, Hubert Gyau, is likely to leave the shores of the country for greener pastures at the end of the 2025/26 football season.

footy.ghpush.com/ has gathered that South African giants, Kaizer Chiefs, have been monitoring the young chap closely and has expressed the desire to work with him.

The leadership of Kaizer Chiefs are making plans to officially contact Kotoko management and the player’s agent to begin formal negotiations.

The 20-year-old midfielder, Hubert Gyau, arrived at Asante Kotoko last season from Berekum Chelsea. He has had a good stay with Kotoko. His general output in the ongoing Ghana Premier League has been outstanding.

He has contributed immensely to help Kotoko occupy the third position on the log sheet with 35 points having won nine, drawn eight and lost three.

The Porcupine Warriors are eight points behind league leaders Medeama (53 points) but have the same points apiece with second placed team Aduana Stars.

Hubert Gyan was the man of the match in Kotoko’s last league match against Basake Holy Stars which they won 3-0.

He attributed the great win to team work. “We understand ourselves very well. There is total understanding among us and that is why we are gelling” he told footy.ghpush.com/.

Hubert Gyau and his Kotoko teammates with battle Heart of Lions at Kpando in match day 21 before they tackle Aduana Stars in the MTN FA Cup round of 16 in their next game.

Ernest Nuamah Back To The Field After 10 Months Of Nursing Injury

foot hg
-
0
Ernest Nuamah Back To The Field After 10 Months Of Nursing Injury

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Skillful midfielder Ernest Nuamah has finally returned to the field to do ball work after ten months of treating injury at home.

The Olympique Lyonnais player has missed from active play due to Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury.

But the good news for his club, Lyon and national team, the Black Stars, is that the 22 year old winger is back to training. He has shown signs of great recovery and is expected to join his teammates sooner than later.

Ernest Nuamah and his Black Stars team failed to pass the AFCON 2025 qualifying test. But he played a key role in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier prior to his injury.

His recovery is a great relief to Ghanaian football fans who have been under intense pressure following the successive injury of key Black Stars players like Mohammed Kudus, Salisu Mohammed and co.

His inclusion into the Black Stars team, the fans believe, will add more vigor to the attack.

Apart from Ernest Nuamah, darling boy Daniel Kofi Kyere and Brandon Thomas Asante are also fully back to action.

They are eager to continue from where they stopped some months back and prove their football worth for both their clubs and nation.

Brazil To Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

foot hg
-
0
Brazil To Host 2029 FIFA Club World Cup

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Almost twelve years after hosting the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Brazil has made another official bid to host the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup.

The FIFA Club World Cup was formally introduced in 2025 with a total of 32 teams participating in the maiden competition including four African sides – Ah Alhy, Esperance, Mamelody Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca.

The lucrative tournament hosted by the United States of America (USA) was won by Chelsea. They beat Paris Saint Germain (PSG) 3 – 0 for the ultimate trophy with Cole Parmer (brace) and J. Pedro scoring.

The aftermath of the tournament generated much interest among football clubs worldwide and it is no wonder Brazil has already expressed their willingness and plans to host the second edition in Brasília.

A successful meeting which was attended by Gianni Infantino (FIFA president), Lula (President of Brazil), Carlo Ancelotti (Brazil national team head coach), Samir Xaud (CBF president), and Gustavo Dias Henrique (CBF vice-president) sought Brazil’s preparedness for the competition.

The President of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Samir Xuad hinted that they have been working behind the scenes for months to host a great FIFA Club World Cup.

Gideon Mensah Reaches Historic 100 Games For Auxerre

foot hg
-
0
Gideon Mensah Reaches Historic 100 Games For Auxerre

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Black Stars left back Gideon Mensah keep soaring high in French League 1 with his consistency and incredible performance.

The calm but proficient defender has reached a record 100 games for his club side AJ Auxerre. He attained this height last Friday when his team lost 1-0 to Paria Saint Germain (PSG).

It is certainly a remarkable achievement for the Black Stars player who lasted in the entire duration of the game against PSG.

Not only Gideon Mensah is making it big in the French League 1. His Black Stars teammate, Seidu Alidu is also enjoying a good time with Stade Rennais FC.

The 25 year old defender has been in great shape for Rennais in the 2025/26 football season dealing with top strikers without fear or favour.

Aside the duo, Gideon Mensah and Seidu Alidu, another Black Stars defender Salisu Mohammed was doing a great job in France until his recent injury.

The centre back tore his Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) recently in a league match for Monaco which has completely ruled him out for the rest of the season.

But in his absence, Coach Otto Addo will count on Alexander Djiku and Jonas Adei Adjetey in the Black Stars real guard with the necessary support from Gideon Mensah and Seidu Alidu.

US President Donald Trump To Present 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy

foot hg
-
0
US President Donald Trump To Present 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

It has been confirmed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino that the glittering golden trophy at stake in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be presented by US President Donald Trump on the final day.

Three countries are hosting the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1934 that the competition was introduced.

United States of America (USA), Canada and Mexico are the three great nations jointly hosting the 48 countries that will be competing for success.

Mexico City Stadium will be the venue for the opening fixture between Mexico and South Africa in Group A on Thursday 11th June, 2026.

Meanwhile, the grand finale of the FIFA Mundial will be played at MetLife Stadium at the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday 19th July, 2026.

US President Donald Trump is expected to present the World Cup trophy to the skipper of the victorious team on this historic day.

“I will present it together with the President of the United States, the host country. No one will be allowed to touch this trophy”.

This is how the ultimate trophy will be presented according to FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

2025/26 GPL: Hearts Of Oak secure emphatic victory over struggling Eleven Wonders

D O
-
0
2025/26 GPL: Hearts Of Oak secure emphatic victory over struggling Eleven Wonders

Hearts of Oak swept aside Eleven Wonders with an emphatic 3–0 victory to climb temporarily into second place in the Premier League standings on Saturday

The Phobians wasted no time asserting their dominance, with Mawuli Wayo opening the scoring just eight minutes into the contest to set the tone for a pulsating display at the University of Ghana.

After sustained pressure, Martin Karikari doubled the lead in the 62nd minute, reacting quickest in the box to bundle the ball home. Kelvin Asibey then put the result beyond doubt, calmly converting a well-taken penalty to cap a polished attacking performance.

Hearts were impressive on both ends of the pitch, pairing their sharpest offensive showing of the campaign with a disciplined defensive display to secure a deserved clean sheet.

The victory keeps Hearts of Oak firmly in the title conversation and lifts them into second place, pending the outcome of Sunday’s fixtures. Attention now turns to a crucial clash with Bechem United as momentum continues to build.

Rooted to the bottom of the table, Wonders relegation fears deepen as they edge closer to a return to the Division One League. They will look to regroup quickly ahead of their next fixture against Young Apostles.

Source: ghanafa.org

Otto Addo Search For Quality Players As 2026 FIFA World Cup Approaches

foot hg
-
0
Otto Addo Search For Quality Players As 2026 FIFA World Cup Approaches

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Coach Otto Addo is leaving no stone unturned in his bid to bring on board tried and tested players to the Black Stars team for the 2026 global showpiece in USA, Canada and Mexico.

It has left with about five months to set the ball rolling at the much awaited FIFA World Cup.

The Black Stars are drawn in Group I against Panama, England and Croatia. It looks a daunting task for the Black Stars who will be making their fifth appearance at the world cup.

As such the leadership of the Ghana Football and their coaches are putting in much effort to raise a standard team that can withstand any opposition.

Coach Otto Addo who obviously has the greater responsibility on his shoulders is moving around globally to scout the best players.

The coach was at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg to watch the Europa League match between Red Bull Salzburg and FC Basel.

Two Ghanaian stars played actively in that exciting game. Edmund Baidoo featured for Red Bull Salzburg while Jonas Adjei Adjetey dazzled for FC Basel.

Jonas Adjetey played the entire match for Basel. Edmund Baidoo enjoyed 90th minutes for Salzburg before he was substituted by Karim Konate.

Edmund Baidoo and his Red Bull Salzburg triumphed 3-1. Coach Otto Addo was highly impressed with the output of both players and urged them to give out their all in the remaining games.

700,000 Dollars Saved From Black Stars Budget Review

foot hg
-
0
700,000 Dollars Saved From Black Stars Budget Review

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

It has come to light that the Ministry of Youth and Recreation through their review of the Black Stars budget for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers saved Ghana a whooping 700,000 dollars.

This was disclosed by the hardworking Minister of Sports and Recreation, Honourable Kofi Iddi Adams when the Vice President of Ghana, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyeman visited them on Friday, 23rd January, 2026 at their Ministry in Accra.

Addressing the Vice President in the presence of GFA President Kurt Okraku and other top officials, Hon. Kofi Adams said they did a deep scrutiny to save this money adding that it would be useful to other sporting disciplines.

Sports and Recreation Minister, Kofi Adams

Hon. Kofi Adams disclosed that the previous Black Stars budget used to be 2 million dollars but upon a critical deliberation and consideration, it was slashed to 1.3 million dollars.

“In the past the Black Stars budget was 2 million dollars but with this rationalisation, we spent 1.3 million on two away games. We did this in collaboration with the GFA” he noted.

He hinted that they cut down the estimated budget carefully to the extent that neither the players nor coach Otto Addo and his technical staff suffered. He added that the measures have helped put total confidence into Ghanaians who love football.

1...131415...928Page 14 of 928