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Carolina Core FC reveals the acquisition of Ghanaian defender Rashid Tetteh.
Ghanaian defender Rashid Tetteh has joined MLS Next Pro side Carolina Core FC. The centre-back, who turned 31 today, signed a deal till the end of the year to join Carolina Core from USL side Westchester."Carolina Core FC announced the signing of defender Rashid Tetteh, bringing an experienced center back with nearly a decade of professional experience in the United States to the Foxes' back line," wrote the club after completing the move.Tetteh has rich experience playing in the United States, having spent close to a decade playing in the lower divisions.He began his professional journey in USL League Two with Carolina Dynamo and Des Moines Menace before signing his first professional contract with New Mexico United in 2019.Tetteh then spent four seasons with New Mexico United, where he made 83 USL Championship appearances before joining FC Tulsa for the 2023 and 2024 seasons. Across two years with Tulsa, he made 49 league appearances and established himself as a reliable presence in the defensive unit.He most recently played for Westchester SC during the club's inaugural 2025 USL League One season, appearing in 22 league matches, maintaining a consistent presence for the defense.
World Cup 2026: Messi Is Unconcerned with Personal Achievements – Aguero
Former Argentina striker Sergio Agüero has disclosed that Lionel Messi is not driven by individual awards ahead of tomorrow’s FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash. According to him, Messi prioritizes team success over personal accolades like the Golden Boot or the Ballon d’Or, and his primary motivation is simply to win and constantly improve his [...]
Turkish side Gençlerbirliği parts ways with Super Eagles winger
Turkish Super Lig club Genclerbirligi have mutually agreed to terminate the contract of Super Eagles winger Henry Onyekuru, reports Completesports.com. The decision follows talks between the club and the 29-year-old Nigerian’s representatives, with both parties reaching an agreement to end his stay ahead of the new season. According to reports, both parties reached a settlement [...]
Aduana FC kicks off their pre-season preparations in anticipation of the 2026/27 football campaign.
Ghana Premier League side Aduana Football Club have officially commenced pre-season training ahead of the 2026/27 football season.The club held their first pre-season training on Tuesday, with players showing signs of readiness for what is ahead.Last season, the club based in Dormaa enjoyed a good campaign and mounted a spirited challenge for the Ghana Premier League title.Unfortunately, a dip in form in the final stages of the campaign saw the side settle for a sixth-place finish.As part of efforts to battle for titles in the upcoming season, the club has appointed former Hearts of Oak head coach Samuel Boadu as their new head coach.The club is now focused on recruiting players to augment their squad and have already signed talented midfielder Shawkan Mohammed on a long-term contract.Heâs here. âï¸ð¢ð¡Congratulations, Shaw! ð¥ð|| #Ogya || #AduanaFC ð¥ð pic.twitter.com/v6fizbNYyQâ Aduana Football Club (@Aduana_fc) July 13, 2026In the coming weeks, the club will be playing a number of friendly matches as part of their pre-season campaign.
Dinamo Ferizaj has renewed the contract of ex-Ghana U20 standout Mahmoud Mohaison.
Kosovan club Dinamo Ferizaj have rewarded Ghanaian midfielder Mohmoud Mohaison with a new contract. The former Ghana U20 star signed a new deal to extend his stay at the club ahead of the 2026/27 season.Mohaison had joined Ferizaj in January after leaving Heart of Lions, and impressed after six months to convince the team to keep him."FC Dinamo Ferizaj is pleased to announce that Mohaison Mahmoud will continue to be part of the club," wrote the club."The Ghanaian footballer has continued his cooperation with FC Dinamo Ferizaj, remaining part of the club's project for the new season."Mohaison Mahmoud's continuity is another proof of the mutual trust between the club and the player. With his qualities and commitment, he is expected to make a significant contribution to achieving the team's objectives during the new season. FC Dinamo Ferizaj wishes Mohaison much success and the best season in the white-blue jersey. Good luck, Mohaison!"
Ghanaian winger Osei Seedorf has signed with Kosovan team Dinamo Ferizaj.
Ghanaian youngster Osei Seedorf has sealed a move to Kosovan side Dinamo Ferizaj. The forward joins Ferizaj ahead of the 2026/27 season, having completed the necessary paper work.He is expected to play a pivotal role for the club ahead of the 2026/27 campaign."FC Dinamo Ferizaj is pleased to announce the agreement with Osei Seedorf, who joins our club in the position of wing striker," wrote the club."Osei Seedorf comes to strengthen the team's offensive department, bringing quality, speed and potential for the new season.With the approach of Osei Seedorf, FC Dinamo Ferizaj adds to its ranks a footballer with an offensive profile, who is expected to make a significant contribution to the realization of the club's sporting objectives. Welcome to FC Dinamo Ferizaj, Osei Seedorf!"He joins compatriot and former Ghana U20 star Mahmoud Mohaison at the club.
WAFCON 2026: Sharon Sampson's goal secures a slim friendly victory for Ghana’s Black Queens against Ivory Coast.
The Black Queens of Ghana stepped up their preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament on Tuesday with a crucial friendly match against Ivory Coast.In the closed-door warm-up encounter played at the Stade Père Jégo in Casablanca, Morocco, a late strike from attacker Sharon Sampson was the difference, giving the Black Queens a narrow win at full-time.90’-⏰ - Full time !A 75th-minute winner from Sharon Sampson gives us a 1-0 victory over Ivory Coast in our WAFCON warm-up. 💥Momentum building. 💪🇬🇭 1:0 🇨🇮 #ShineBlackQueens✨ #MoreThanAble 💪🏾 pic.twitter.com/4PJecKDKqw— Ghana Women National Teams 🇬🇭 (@GhanaWNT) July 14, 2026Tuesday's friendly gave Ghana head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren another opportunity to evaluate his players as he continues to shape his team before the start of WAFCON.Ivory Coast also used the match to sharpen their preparations for the upcoming tournament in Morocco.At WAFCON 2026, the Black Queens are in Group D, where they will face Cameroon, Cape Verde, and Mali.With the tournament scheduled to kick off on July 25, the Black Queens are expected to play at least another friendly before wrapping up their preparations.
Anton Donkor drawing attention from the Greek club OFI Crete
German-Ghanaian defender Anton Donkor could be on the move this summer after attracting attention from Greek top-flight side OFI Crete.Reports say talks have already taken place between the clubs, and the final decision now rests with the player.Schalke 04 appear open to a separation, especially with Donkor no longer playing a major role in the teamâs plans. The 28-year-old left-back made only two brief appearances in the 2. Bundesliga last season, so a transfer would make sense for both sides.For Schalke, an exit would also free up room in the squad and ease the wage bill. The report suggests the club could let him leave on a free transfer, saving more than 800,000 euros in salary costs.Donkor arrived in Gelsenkirchen on a free transfer from Eintracht Braunschweig in the summer of 2024. Since then, he has made 31 competitive appearances for the Royal Blues and provided two assists. A move to Greece would make him Schalkeâs next outgoing player of the summer after several other departures.
Dreams FC reveals the acquisition of Joel Agbovi.
Dreams FC have completed the signing of young winger Joel Agbovi. The exciting forward put pen to paper after completing his mandatory medical.Agbovi arrives from Division One side Future Stars, where he scored 8 goals and delivered six assists in 28 matches."Welcome to the Still Believe family. Dreams FC is delighted to announce the signing of Joel Agbovi, who joins the club on a permanent transfer from Future Stars. Welcome to Dreams FC, Joel Agbovi. We wish you every success as you wear the badge with pride," posted the club after completing the move.He becomes Dreams FC first signing ahead of the 2026/27 season.Hearts of Oak and Medeama SC were reportedly also interested in the youngster.The former FA Cup winners and last season's Cup finalist will begin pre-season in the coming days.
‘Ghana is an untapped powerhouse’ – Newly appointed Nations coach Zdravko Logarusic announces initiative for football resurgence
Newly appointed Nations FC coach Zdravko LogaruÅ¡iÄ believes Ghana remains a 'sleeping giant' in football and is determined to help awaken its potential through an ambitious project at the club.The Croatian coach, in his first official interview since taking charge, outlined his plans to guide Nations FC back to the Ghana Premier League and eventually establish the club as a force on the African stage.LogaruÅ¡iÄ described Nations FC as a rare private football project in Africa, insisting the club has the opportunity to create history."It's not easy in Africa to have a private club that doesn't operate like a social society. It's a pioneer project, especially in football, and not many clubs have done it. Let's be part of history," he said."First, we have to make proper observations to see what kind of ingredients we have to make the cake. Then we'll decide what kind of cake we're going to make," he added.He also challenged his players to embrace professionalism and see football as a career."If they must put food on the table for their families, then they have to act professionally. Our job as coaches is to judge fairly, help them improve and...
Aduana FC nears the acquisition of Bechem United defender Boa-At Regain.
Aduana FC are on the verge of completing a major transfer coup following reports that Bechem United defender Boa-At Regain is finalising a move to the Dormaa-based club.The highly anticipated deal has progressed into its final stages, with an agreement between all involved parties almost fully completed, according to sports journalist Shaban Mohammed.Regain, who originally joined Bechem United in September 2023 after a standout stint as the club captain for lower-tier side Debibi United, has seen his stock rise significantly in the domestic top flight.His imminent departure represents a significant structural blow to Bechem United's backline but marks a vital recruitment success for the Fire Boys as they aggressively reconstruct their roster.The acquisition perfectly aligns with a broader squad overhaul initiated by Aduana FC's newly appointed head coach, Samuel Boadu.The former Hearts of Oak gaffer is determined to fortify the Ogya clubâs defensive vulnerabilities ahead of the upcoming Ghana Premier League season.Regain's arrival follows the recent high-profile signing of former Nations FC center-back Samuel Osei Kuffuor, signaling Boadu's tactical intent to build a formidable, watertight defensive unit capable of challenging for the league crown.With personal terms virtually sorted and club-to-club negotiations reaching a...
Italian-Ghanaian striker James Tenkorang has signed with Trestina.
Italian-Ghanaian forward James Tenkorang has joined Serie D side Sporting Club Trestina for the 2026/27 season, bringing proven attacking output and valuable experience to the squad.The club described the signing as an important boost up front after his productive spell last season with Orvietana and Real Monterotondo.Tenkorang arrives with a strong lower-league profile in Italy. After developing in Arminia Bielefeldâs youth system in Germany, he moved to Italy and became a regular presence in Serie D, turning out for clubs including Fano and Livorno. His game has steadily evolved, and last season was the most prolific of his career, with 10 goals and five assists. Trestina believe that consistency in the final third can help them compete more effectively in the coming campaign.The 2026/27 move also gives Tenkorang a fresh platform to build on that momentum. His arrival should add pace, directness and a reliable threat in the box."I'm very happy to be here. Even though I haven't met everyone in person yet, I've already had a great impression of the club, the staff, and my teammates. I can't wait to get started and give my all for this jersey," he said."The fans should expect...
AIK Welcomes Nigerian Prospect to Train with Senior Squad
Swedish top-flight club AIK have invited promising Nigerian winger Emmanuel Oluwafemi Olawore to train with their senior squad this week as they assess him ahead of a potential transfer. Olawore, 19, is currently contracted to fellow Swedish club Umeå FC, where he has impressed since joining earlier this year. Confirming the development, AIK announced on [...]
Debibi United introduces their inaugural Ghana Premier League uniforms.
Newly promoted Ghana Premier League side Debibi United FC officially ushered in their historic top-flight era on Tuesday by unveiling their official kits for the upcoming 2026/27 football season.The colorful unveiling ceremony, held on July 14, 2026, followed a landmark corporate partnership with local automotive giant JAC Motors Ghana, a subsidiary of Tryton Motors Limited.The multi-year sponsorship agreement positions the prominent automotive brand as the primary headline sponsor for the Bono -based club as they prepare for their debut elite campaign.The newly designed home and away strips feature striking aesthetic elements tailored to the identity of the top-flight newcomers.The first variant showcases a clean white base paired with light-blue accents on the collar and shoulders, while the alternative strip features a vibrant royal blue body decorated with bright yellow-green trim along the collar and sleeve cuffs.Both designs prominently display the corporate "JAC by TRYTON" branding across the chest, anchored by the official club crest and the Ghana Football Association badge on the sleeves.Club executives expressed immense optimism during the press event, highlighting that the financial backing from Tryton Motors will heavily stabilize the team's operational logistics, player welfare, and infrastructure.Having defied expectations to...
Black Stars: Carlos Queiroz demonstrated the significance of coaching - Kofi Adams
Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams believes Carlos Queiroz has earned the chance to continue as Black Stars head coach after demonstrating the value of experience at the highest level.The minister has urged the Ghana Football Association to consider extending the Portuguese coachâs stay, following what he described as a respectable 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.âWe should give Carlos Queiroz the opportunity to stay longer. He has proved that a coach matters,â Kofi Adams said on 3FM.Queiroz took charge of the Black Stars on April 13, 2026, replacing Otto Addo after Ghanaâs friendly defeats to Austria and Germany.Despite receiving the job only weeks before the World Cup, the 73-year-old guided the team through a challenging Group L campaign.Ghana began the tournament with a 1-0 win over Panama before securing a goalless draw against England. A narrow 2-1 loss to Croatia still saw the four-time African champions advance to the Round of 32 as one of the best third-placed teams.Their journey ended after a 1-0 defeat to Colombia, but Queirozâs tactical approach received praise for helping Ghana remain competitive despite limited preparation time.Questions over his future intensified after the coach posted a farewell message...
Samuel Brew-Butler advocates for granting Carlos Queiroz a permanent contract with the Black Stars.
Former Ghana Football Association chairman Samuel Brew-Butler has issued a plea for Ghana football chiefs to hand Carlos Queiroz a substantive contract extension.He warned that discarding the veteran coach after his short-term World Cup deal expires this month would represent a catastrophic strategic blunder. The former GFA boss's intervention comes as the Portuguese tactician's four-month agreement reaches its conclusion, leaving his future hanging precariously in the balance following Ghana's campaign in North America.Queiroz, who arrived in April with a glittering resume spanning Iran, Portugal, and Manchester United, inherited a squad in complete disarray with minimal preparation time before football's grandest spectacle. Despite these impossible circumstances, the 73-year-old instilled noticeable defensive organisation and tactical discipline into a previously rudderless outfit. Brew-Butler, who steered Ghanaian football from 1993 to 1997, insists these green shoots deserve nurturing rather than summary dismissal."Although Carlos Queiroz did not have enough time to prepare the team, we still witnessed signs of improvement," Brew-Butler told Asempa FM. "I firmly believe he deserves the opportunity to continue this rebuilding project."
Super Falcons Set to Compete Against Ghana in Pre-WAFCON Friendly
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will face the Black Queens of Ghana in a friendly match as part of their build-up to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Completesports.com reports. The friendly encounter will hold at the Stade el Arbi Zaouli, Casablanca on Saturday. Super Falcons Set Up Camp In Casablanca Justine Madugu’s side opened camp [...]
World Cup 2026: Terry Cautions England Not to Concentrate Solely on Messi
Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final clash between England and Argentina, former Chelsea captain John Terry warned that the Three Lions can’t only focus on Lionel Messi. Terry acknowledged Messi’s magic but emphasized that Argentina boasts an experienced squad, while stating that England’s squad is better than the reigning world champions. Read Also:World [...]
Tickets for the Argentina versus England World Cup semi-final are priced at over double that of the France versus Spain match.
Fans hoping to watch Argentina take on England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals will have to dig much deeper into their pockets than those attending the other last-four clash.According to ticket-tracking service TicketData.com, the cheapest ticket for Wednesday's blockbuster between defending champions Argentina and England in Atlanta stood at $2,841 as of Monday afternoon, more than double the $1,325 entry price for Tuesday's semi-final between France and Spain in Arlington.Demand for Argentina's clash with England has continued to rise in recent days. The lowest ticket price has increased by 34% over the past three days, peaking at $2,966 on Saturday before settling at its current figure.By contrast, prices for the France-Spain encounter have moved in the opposite direction, falling 26% over the same period.The high demand for Argentina's match is largely driven by the team's global popularity and the opportunity for fans to watch Lionel Messi, who is expected to retire from international football after the tournament. Atlanta also has a strong Argentine football following, further boosting interest in the fixture.Meanwhile, tickets for the third-place play-off in Miami are currently available from $1,543, making them significantly cheaper than Argentina versus England but still...
Super Eagles Defender Finalizes Personal Agreement with Fulham
Premier League club Fulham have reached an agreement on personal terms with Super Eagles defender Chibuike Nwaiwu as they step up their pursuit of the highly-rated centre-back. The Cottagers have made Nwaiwu one of their priority defensive targets this summer and remain determined to secure his signature despite encountering resistance from Turkish Super Lig side [...]