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Carlos Queiroz to bring on board new technical experts

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Carlos Queiroz to bring on board new technical experts

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Newly appointed Black Stars coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to bring into his technical staff additional new coaches.

The Portuguese tactician has been given a four months deal and will take home 100,000 dollars a month.

His immediate and ultimate task is to lead the Black Stars to a fruitful spell in the June -July 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Black Stars could not go past the group stage in their last two FIFA World Cup appearances in 2014 and 2022.

The experienced coach who has been to FIFA World Cup five times is tasked to write a successful story this time round.

Hence, the need to further strengthen his backroom staff. Already, the Stars can boast of over 15 technical crew members though Head Coach Otto Addo and Technical Adviser Winfred Schafar have been shown the exit.

Coaches Alain Ravera, Kim Lars, Martinez Alfonso, Carlos Romero, and Dwayne Pease Paa Kwasi were appointed to support the Black Stars technical set-up with different roles.

The other assistant coaches are John Paintsil, Desmond Offei, Kim Kars, Alain Ravera and Martinez Alfonso.

Two arrested in deadly Berekum Chelsea robbery

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Two arrested in deadly Berekum Chelsea robbery

Ghana Police Service have confirmed the arrest of two suspects over the robbery attack on Berekum Chelsea F.C. that claimed the life of one player, Dominic Frimpong.

According to the Police report, one of the suspects sustained injuries during the gun battle and has been sent to the hospital.

A statement from the police read, “The Police have arrested the gang leader and one other suspect in connection with the robbery incident that led to the death of Berekum Chelsea footballer, Dominic Frimpong.

“One of the suspects sustained injuries during an exchange of fire with the police intelligence teams and has been conveyed to the hospital for medical attention.”

The armed robbers attacked the bus of Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea, forcing players and officials to flee for their lives, while returning from Premier League clash against FC Samartex on Saturday evening.

The attack occurred at Ahyiresu, between Bibiani and Goaso, a stretch known for its dense vegetation and isolated terrain.

The team’s bus was intercepted after the robbers deliberately blocked the road, leaving the players with no clear path forward.

During the attack, Frimpong was shot in the head, leading to his untimely death.The young defender had joined Berekum Chelsea on loan from Aduana FC in January and was seen as a rising talent in Ghanaian football.

The shocking incident has left teammates, fans, and the entire football community in deep mourning.

FIFA President pays tribute to Dominic Frimpong

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FIFA President pays tribute to Dominic Frimpong

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

The President of FIFA, Gianni Infantino, has expressed total sadness about the untimely passing of Berekum Chelsea player Dominic Frimpong.

In his recent post, Infantino paid a tribute to the enterprising player who was attacked and killed by armed robbers in their team bus on their return from Sameriboi after a league match against Samartex FC on Sunday 12th April, 2026.

“I am deeply sàddened to hear of the passing of Berekum Chelsea Football Club’s Dominic Frimpong following a reported attack on the team while returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture”

“On behalf of the global football community and everyone at FIFA, we send our condolences to his family, friends, everyone at Berekum Chelsea FC and all those who knew him”.

This was how Gianni Infantino reacted to the sudden death of Dominic Frimpong.

Ghana was hit with a bad news over the weekend after match day 29 fixtures. Berekum Chelsea lost 1-0 to Samartex and coming back home the team was brutally attacked by fully armed robbers.

In the course of the attack, Dominic Frimpong suffered a stray bullet and lost his life subsequently.

This remains another darkest day in Ghana Football after Kotoko staunch supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong alias Pooley was stabbed to death at Nsoatre in February 2025.

OFFICIAL : Carlos Queiroz is new Black Stars coach

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OFFICIAL : Carlos Queiroz is new Black Stars coach

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

The Black Stars of Ghana will storm the 2026 FIFA World Cup under the tutelage of experienced manager Carlos Queiroz.

The Portuguese coach is expected to turn things around and lead Ghana to a successful tournament in USA, Canada and Mexico.

Coach Otto Addo was sacked after a dismal show in two friendly matches against Austria and Germany where the Black Stars lost miserably.

Search for his replacement has been intense for the past two weeks. Finally, the Sports Ministry in conjuction with GFA and the Executive Council have settled on Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach.

Carlos Queiroz has previously managed Real Madrid, Manchester United, Portugal and Iran. This time around he will direct affairs of an Africa side at the FIFA World Cup.

The veteran coach has a rich World Cup pedigree. He led South Africa to qualify for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. He coached Portugal to the knockout phase in 2010 World Cup and took charge of Iran at both the 2014 and 2018 tournaments.

He has also held coaching roles in Egypt, Oman, Japan, and Qatar, and is expected to bring his wealth of experience to bear during the World Cup.

He is expected to start work quickly to prepare the Black Stars for the FIFA Mundial which begins on June 11, 2026.

The Black Stars will play their first group match against Panama on June 17, 2026, in Toronto, Canada before engaging England and Croatia in the other Group L matches.

Queiroz has two international friendly matches against Mexico and Wales to test the preparedness of the Stars.

Big boost for Ghana as Kofi Kyere returns to action

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Big boost for Ghana as Kofi Kyere returns to action

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

After a long lay-off due to a career threatening injury, Black Stars midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyere is finally back to the field fully fit and strong.

The offensive midfielder came on as a substitute in their 4-1 triumph over Trier and made his presence felt with a great display.

Daniel Kofi Kyere was out for 3 years and 2 months with an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury. But the 30-year-old player returned onto the pitch for Freiburg U-23 in their 4-1 home win over Trier in the German Regional Amateur League.

He announced his return with an impressive output providing assist that brought the fourth goal for his team.

The player expressed total happiness for the opportunity to lace his boot again for action after a long period on the fringes.

It is a major boost to the senior national team of Ghana, the Black Stars who are gearing up for their fifth FIFA World Cup in USA, Canada and Mexico.

With the current uncertainty surrounding star boy Mohammed Kudus who might undergo a surgery following his fresh injury, Kofi Kyere will give the Black Stars managers options in their selection in the midfield.

Berekum Chelsea winger Dominic Frimpong tragically dies after armed robbery attack

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Berekum Chelsea winger Dominic Frimpong tragically dies after armed robbery attack

Berekum Chelsea player Dominic Frimpong has tragically lost his life after being shot by armed robbers in a violent attack.

The incident occurred at night along the Bibiani–Goaso road near Ahyiresu, where the team’s bus was ambushed. Reports indicate that armed men blocked the road, forcing players and club officials to abandon the vehicle and flee into nearby bushes.

During the attack, Frimpong was shot in the head, leading to his untimely death.The young defender had joined Berekum Chelsea on loan from Aduana FC in January and was seen as a rising talent in Ghanaian football.

The shocking incident has left teammates, fans, and the entire football community in deep mourning.

READ MORE: Players and Technical team of Berekum Chelsea attacked by armed robbers

Players and Technical team of Berekum Chelsea attacked by armed robbers

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Players and Technical team of Berekum Chelsea attacked by armed robbers

Armed robbers attacked the bus of Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea, forcing players and officials to flee for their lives, while returning from Premier League clash against FC Samartex, according to reports filed by journalist Michael Oti Adjei.

The attack occurred at Ahyiresu, between Bibiani and Goaso, a stretch known for its dense vegetation and isolated terrain.

According to reports, the team’s bus was intercepted after the robbers deliberately blocked the road, leaving the players with no clear path forward.

When the driver attempted to reverse the bus to escape the ambush, the armed men continued advancing toward the vehicle. It was at this moment that the situation escalated dramatically.

As the robbers opened fire, several players were forced to abandon the bus and flee into nearby bushes to avoid being hit. The sound of gunshots reportedly sent panic through the squad, with some players scattering in different directions.

The extent of injuries, if any, remains unclear at this time. However, initial reports suggest that the majority of the players managed to escape unharmed, though many are said to be traumatized by the experience.

The robbery adds to a growing list of security concerns for football teams travelling on Ghana’s highways, particularly during evening hours. Incidents of armed robbery on major roads have become a recurring issue, raising questions about the safety of both local and travelling teams.

At the time of filing this report, Berekum Chelsea had not released an official statement regarding the incident. Similarly, the Ghana Police Service has yet to comment on whether any arrests have been made or if an investigation has been launched.

Fans and well-wishers have taken to social media to express their relief that the players survived the ordeal, while also calling on authorities to beef up security along major highways.

Berekum Chelsea suffered a 1-0 defeat in the said match.

Kudus Mohammed to undergo surgery

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Kudus Mohammed to undergo surgery

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Star Boy Mohammed Kudus may go under the knife following a fresh hamstring injury he has sustained.

The Tottenham Hotspur skillful midfielder who has been sidelined by injury since January has suffered another setbacks during his recovery process.

Kudus has since been seen using crutches to assist his movement, a situation that has left both his club, Tottenham and national team managers in deep pain.

Reports from his camp in Tottenham indicates Kudus is set for a surgery. This development has exerted pressure on many Ghanaians including the GFA members as they believe Kudus absence can have adverse effect on the Black Stars World Cup chances.

The Black Stars made their FIFA World Cup debut in 2006 and reached the 1/16th stage.

They got to the quarter finals four years later in South Africa 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Their last two appearances in Brazil 2014 and Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup were disastrous. The Black Stars were shown the exit at the group stage in both tournaments.

This time around they are drawn in Group L together with Panama, England and Croatia. The Black Stars are hoping to deliver success in the competition that will be hosted by three great nations – USA, Canada and Mexico.

FIFA name officials for 2026 World Cup

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FIFA name officials for 2026 World Cup

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

With almost two and half months to kick-off the biggest showpiece in Global Football, the Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has announced officials who will handle the various matches.

In all 52 Referees, 88 Assistant Referees and 30 Video Assistant Referees from across all 6 Confederations and 50 Member Associations are selected for the World Cup.

48 teams will compete for glory in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup to be co hosted by USA, Canada, Mexico.

Mexico will set the ball rolling with an expected thrilling encounter against South Africa on June 17, 2026 in a Group A fixture.

Ahead of the tournament, the world’s football governing body who are the main organisers of the 2026 World Cup has selected trusted and highly professional officials for the matches.

Below are names of the Referees:

  • 🇶🇦 Abdulrahman AL JASSIM
  • 🇸🇦 Khalid AL TURAIS
  • 🇯🇵 Yusuke ARAKI
  • 🇸🇴 Omar Abdulkadir ARTAN
  • 🇬🇦 Pierre ATCHO
  • 🇸🇻 Ivan BARTON
  • 🇲🇷 Dahane BEIDA
  • 🇵🇾 Juan Gabriel BENITEZ
  • 🇨🇷 Juan CALDERON
  • 🇧🇷 Raphael CLAUS
  • 🇺🇸 Ismail ELFATH
  • 🇳🇴 Espen ESKAS
  • 🇮🇷 Alireza FAGHANI
  • 🇦🇷 Yael FALCON PEREZ
  • 🇨🇦 Drew FISCHER
  • 🇨🇱 Cristian GARAY
  • 🇲🇽 Katia GARCIA
  • 🇩🇿 Mustapha GHORBAL
  • 🇪🇸 Alejandro HERNANDEZ
  • 🇪🇨 Dario HERRERA
  • 🇧🇭 Jalal JAYED
  • 🇳🇿 Campbell-Kirk KAWANA-WAUGH
  • 🇷🇴 Istvan KOVACS
  • 🇫🇷 Francois LETEXIER
  • 🇨🇳 Ning MA
  • 🇯🇴 Adham MAKHADMEH
  • 🇳🇱 Danny MAKKELIE
  • 🇵🇱 Szymon MARCINIAK
  • 🇮🇹 Maurizio MARIANI
  • 🇭🇳 Hector Said MARTINEZ
  • 🇪🇬 Amin MOHAMED
  • 🇯🇲 Oshane NATION
  • 🇸🇪 Glenn NYBERG
  • 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Michael OLIVER
  • 🇦🇪 Omar AL ALI
  • 🇵🇪 Kevin ORTEGA
  • 🇺🇸 Tori PENSO
  • 🇵🇹 Joao PINHEIRO
  • 🇮🇹 Ramon ABBATI
  • 🇲🇽 Cesar RAMOS
  • 🇨🇴 Andres ROJAS
  • 🇨🇭 Sandro SCHAERER
  • 🇺🇿 Ilgiz TANTASHEV
    -🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Anthony TAYLOR
  • 🇺🇾 Gustavo TEJERA
  • 🇦🇷 Facundo TELLO
  • 🇿🇦 Abongile TOM
  • 🇫🇷 Clement TURPIN
  • 🇻🇪 Jesus VALENZUELA
  • 🇸🇮 Slavko VINCIC
  • 🇧🇷 Wilton SAMPAIO
  • 🇩🇪 Felix ZWAYER

Sports Ministry/GFA set to appoint new Black Stars coach next week

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Sports Ministry/GFA set to appoint new Black Stars coach next week

By: Bernard Nyankomago Kwasi

Latest by next week, the senior national team, the Black Stars will get a new coach according to Minister of Sports and Recreation Honourable Kofi Iddi Adams.

“Everything is almost set and by next week we will announce a new coach for the Black Stars” were the words of Honourable Kofi Adams.

The Black Stars of Ghana has been without a head coach since their recent umimpressive outings in their FIFA international friendly matches.

The Stars under coach Otto Addo suffered a total humiliation against Austria (5-1). As if that was not enough, they succumbed 2-1 to Germany in their second consecutive trial match.

These abysmal performances from the team led to the exit of Coach Otto Addo who failed to qualify Ghana for the recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.

There has been a thorough search for Coach Otto Addo’s replacement by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) in conjunction with the Sports Ministry.

footy.ghpush.com/ has gathered that three Portuguese coaches with FIFA World Cup experiences – Paulo Bento, Carlos Queiroz and Fernando Santos have been shortlisted. It is possible any one of them may be considered for the vacant position.

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