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GFA relocates site for FIFA Women's Football Initiative in Volta Region
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced a change of venue for the FIFA Women's Football Campaign scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026.The grassroots event will now take place at Dabala EP Park in the Volta Region from 8:30 a.m., replacing the previously announced venue, WAFA Park.The campaign is expected to bring together hundreds of young girls for a day of football, fun and skills development as part of FIFA's global initiative to promote and expand women's football at the grassroots level.In a statement, the GFA urged all participating schools, officials and stakeholders to take note of the venue change and make the necessary arrangements ahead of the event.The Football Association also confirmed that only the venue has changed, with the date and kick-off time remaining the same.The FIFA Women's Football Campaign forms part of the GFA's broader efforts to increase female participation in football and identify young talent across the country.
Dutch official Rob Dieperink passes away at 38, just weeks following his exclusion from the World Cup.
Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 38, weeks after being removed from FIFA's list of video assistant referees for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) confirmed his death in a statement, paying tribute to one of the country's most respected match officials. The cause of death has not been disclosed."We are shocked and deeply saddened by the passing of Rob Dieperink. With Rob, we lose a highly valued referee, but above all, a kind and dedicated colleague," the KNVB said.FIFA also expressed its condolences following the news."On behalf of the entire football community, we extend our sincerest condolences to his family and friends and the Dutch Football Association. May he rest in peace," the world governing body said.Dieperink had been selected as a video assistant referee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup but was removed from FIFA's officiating team a month before the tournament following allegations of sexual assault involving a minor.According to reports, the investigation was later closed due to insufficient evidence. Dieperink had consistently denied the allegations."It saddens me greatly that I have been wrongly accused," he told Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf after the...
Clarified: The Reason Erling Haaland brought a plush raccoon back home following the 2026 World Cup
Erling Haaland returned home from the 2026 FIFA World Cup with more than memories of Norway's historic campaign; he also brought back one of the tournament's most unusual souvenirs.The Manchester City striker was spotted arriving at Oslo's Gardermoen Airport carrying a taxidermied raccoon holding a whisky bottle, leaving fans wondering why the Norway captain had travelled across the Atlantic with the unusual item.The answer lies in a visit Haaland made during Norway's stay in Texas.During a break in the tournament, the 25-year-old stopped by Wild Bill's Western Store in Dallas, where he embraced local culture by buying a cowboy hat, leather boots and a T-shirt. While browsing the shop, he also came across a taxidermied raccoon nicknamed the "Whisky Raccoon" and decided to take it home.The mounted raccoon, which holds a whisky bottle, reportedly cost around $750.Haaland later shared photos of himself carrying the raccoon after landing in Norway, joking on social media: "It followed me home."His purchase quickly went viral, with the Dallas store revealing that the "Haaland effect" led to the item selling out online shortly after the photos surfaced. The unexpected demand also prompted the retailer to speed up plans for...
OFFICIAL: Arsenal Finalize Deal With Beşiktaş For Permanent Move Of Trossard.
Premier League champions Arsenal have confirmed Leandro Trossard is moving to Turkish giants Besiktas. The Gunners disclosed this in a statement released on their official website on Tuesday. According to Arsenal, Trossard has been granted permission to travel to Istanbul to undergo a medical. “We can confirm that we have reached an agreement with Besiktas [...]
Mbappe Not In The Same League As Ronaldo, Messi – Man United Icon
Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has disclosed that Kylian Mbappé will never reach the legendary heights of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi. Yorke stated that while Mbappé is a phenomenal player with remarkable goal-scoring numbers, the era of dominance established by Ronaldo and Messi over the last two decades is unprecedented. Read Also:World Cup 2026: [...]
Aduana FC has confirmed the transfer of winger Ben Daouda Sidibe to the prominent Zimbabwean club Dynamos FC.
Ghana Premier League outfit Aduana Football Club have announced the transfer of winger Ben Daouda Sidibe to Zimbabwean giants Dynamos FC in the current summer window.The 26-year-old Burkinabe international joins Dynamos FC on a permanent deal, as he begins a new chapter in his professional career.âAduana Football Club can confirm the permanent transfer of Ben Daouda Sidibe to Zimbabwean giants Dynamos FC. Everyone at Aduana FC wishes you all the best as you begin a new chapter with Dynamos FC,â the club said.Sidibe joined Aduana FC ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season and quickly became an important member of the squad. His pace, attacking ability and work rate on the flanks played a key role as the Dormaa-based club secured a sixth-place finish in the domestic top-flight campaign.The Burkinabe internationalâs performances further enhanced his reputation in Ghanaian football, where he has built valuable experience after several seasons competing in the league.Before making the switch to Aduana FC, Sidibe had already featured for other Ghana Premier League clubs, including Medeama SC and Basake Holy Stars, where he showcased his qualities as a dynamic winger capable of creating chances and troubling opposition defenders.Prior to...
Gold Fields announced as the new primary sponsor of the Ghana Women's Premier League.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has secured a major commercial boost for women's football after announcing Gold Fields Ghana Limited as the new headline sponsor of the Ghana Women's Premier League.The agreement marks a new chapter for the top-flight women's competition, with Gold Fields replacing Malta Guinness following the expiry of its sponsorship deal.The partnership is expected to inject fresh investment into the Women's Premier League as the GFA continues its drive to improve the competition's profile, competitiveness and long-term sustainability.In a statement, the Football Association described the agreement as a significant milestone in its efforts to strengthen women's football through strategic partnerships."The partnership represents a significant investment in the women's game and underscores the GFA's unwavering commitment to strengthening the Women's Premier League through strategic collaborations that enhance its competitiveness, visibility and long-term sustainability," the statement read.The GFA also thanked Gold Fields Ghana Limited for backing the development of women's football and welcomed the mining company into the Ghana football family.The sponsorship comes at a time when women's football in Ghana continues to gather momentum. The Black Queens are preparing for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations, while the Black Maidens recently...
Sports Minister Kofi Adams has verified that Carlos Queiroz receives a monthly salary of $80,000.
Minister for Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has clarified that Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz earns $80,000 per month, dismissing widespread reports that the Portuguese tactician receives a monthly salary of $100,000.Queiroz was appointed as Ghana's head coach ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Otto Addo was dismissed in March. Although the 73-year-old signed a short-term contract with the Ghana Football Association, the financial details of his deal were not made public at the time, fueling speculation over his wages.Speaking in an interview with TV3, Adams set the record straight, insisting that the former Iran, Egypt and Colombia coach earns less than what had been reported."Carlos Queiroz earns $80,000 a month, not the $100,000 that had been speculated," the Buem Member of Parliament said.Queiroz guided the Black Stars to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup for the first time since the 2010 tournament in South Africa.Ghana began their campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Panama before battling to a goalless draw against England. A 2-1 defeat to Croatia in their final Group C fixture saw the Black Stars finish third in the standings, which was enough to secure a...
Spain Aims for Their Maiden World Cup Victory Against France
Spain and France will renew their rivalry when both heavyweights clash today (Tuesday) in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026. How Spain And France Reached Semifinals To get to this stage of the tournament France were flawless in the group stage, as they topped with nine points before seeing off Sweden (round of [...]
The Teams That Surprised Everyone At The 2026 World Cup | Most Notable Upsets Thus Far
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already delivered incredible surprises, with underdogs proving they belong on football’s biggest stage. Cape Verde stunned Spain with a historic draw, Australia exceeded expectations, Ghana frustrated England, and Norway emerged as one of the tournament’s biggest dark horses. With the new 48-team format creating more opportunities for surprises, this [...]
EXCLUSIVE — World Cup 2026: African Teams Showed Promise, Yet Super Eagles Could Have Excelled More — Kalika
Simon Kalika, a Dutch coach and former Flying Eagles of Nigeria assistant coach during the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup finals in the Netherlands, as well as the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China, has applauded the performances of African teams at the ongoing World Cup 2026, Completesports.com reports. However, Kalika insists that Nigeria’s [...]
WAFU B U-20 Championship: Flying Eagles Set on Capturing AFCON Qualification — Maikaba
Flying Eagles head coach Abdu Maikaba has declared that his team must be ready to work hard if they are to achieve success at the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship. The regional tournament will also serve as the qualifying competition for the 2027 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, with the top teams earning places at [...]
Anelka: The Reasons Behind My Expulsion From the France Team at the 2010 World Cup
Former Arsenal striker Nicolas Anelka has reflected on his infamous 18-match ban, which he received after a furious dressing-room altercation with France manager Raymond Domenech during the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. Domenech allegedly substituted the striker at halftime against Mexico, leading to a heated X-rated exchange. Read Also:World Cup 2026: ‘We Can Beat [...]
Ghana U20 striker Agnes Yeboah has finalized her transfer to Guangdong Meizhou in China.
Ghana youth international Agnes Yeboah has completed a permanent transfer to Chinese Women's Super League side Guangdong Meizhou Women Football Club from Ghana Women's Premier League outfit Jonina Ladies.The highly-rated forward makes the move ahead of the second half of the 2026 Chinese Women's Super League season.Yeboah has wasted little time settling into her new environment, making her competitive debut for Guangdong Meizhou over the weekend.Wearing the number 35 jersey, the Ghanaian attacker played 53 minutes in her side's league clash against Sichuan Women, although Guangdong Meizhou suffered defeat in the encounter.The move marks another important milestone in the career of the talented youngster, who has established herself as one of Ghana's brightest prospects in women's football.Yeboah recently played a key role for the Black Princesses during their successful qualification campaign for the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, which will be hosted in Poland in September.Her impressive performances have earned her recognition as one of the country's emerging stars.At club level, she enjoyed an outstanding campaign with Jonina Ladies, captaining the side and helping them reach the semifinals of the 2025/26 Ghana Women's FA Cup.The transfer provides Yeboah with an opportunity...
World Cup 2026: Other Teams Should Be More Concerned About Us — Madueke Comments Prior to Argentina Match
Noni Madueke believes England have developed a fear factor at the FIFA World Cup 2026 after reaching the semi-finals for the fourth time in history. Thomas Tuchel’s men came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra-time on Saturday, with Jude Bellingham scoring twice to set up a last-four clash with Argentina. The victory in [...]
Ghanaian youth prospect Graham Ankamafio has prolonged his contract with FC Copenhagen and will now spend time on loan at Rosengard.
Danish-born Ghanaian defender Graham Nii Ankamah Ankamafio has signed a new long-term contract with Danish giants FC Copenhagen before completing a season-long loan move to FC Rosengard 1917 as part of his development.The 18-year-old centre-back, regarded as one of the club's brightest defensive prospects, recently featured in Copenhagen's first-team training camp in Austria, where he continued to impress the coaching staff with his performances.Following the extension of his contract, the youngster will now spend the upcoming campaign with Rosengard 1917 to gain valuable senior football experience and accelerate his development.Copenhagen's Development Director, Morten Grahn, expressed confidence in the defender's future, describing him as one of the club's most exciting young talents."Graham is an uncompromising and hard-working central defender who possesses a rare and exciting physical presence," Grahn said."We are very pleased to extend Graham's contract, and together we have put together a good plan for his next development step."Regular playing time is crucial at this stage in his career, and we look forward to seeing him further develop his great potential at Rosengard."Ankamafio has been part of the Copenhagen academy since joining as an Under-12 player from Danish side B.93.He has steadily...
Former Super Eagles Player: Arsenal Must Prioritize Champions League Next Season
Arsenal legend Nwankwo Kanu has strongly backed the Gunners to shift their full focus and mentality toward winning the UEFA Champions League. Following a Premier League title victory, the former Super Eagles captain expressed confidence that Mikel Arteta’s squad possesses the momentum and tactical discipline needed to conquer Europe. Read Also:Arsenal Considering Re-signing Former Gunners [...]
Yohanna, Lewis-Skelly, Yamal, and Estevao Featured in European Golden Boy Top 100
Brighton and Hove Albion Nigerian summer signing Zadok Yohanna has been included in the top 100 of the 2026 European Golden Boy rankings. The list was released by Italian daily sport publication, Tuttosport (organisers of the prestigious annual award)and ranks players under the age of 21 based on their performances and achievements in 2026 so [...]
Amorim Designates Chukwueze for New Position at AC Milan
Samuel Chukwueze has been handed a new role by AC Milan’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, Completesports.com reports. AC Milan held their first pre-season training session under Amorim at the Milanello training centre on Monday, with several notable tactical changes on display, including Chukwueze being deployed in a role similar to the one Amad Diallo occupied [...]
Wolves Exclude Arokodare From Pre-Season Training Roster
Wolverhampton Wanderers have omitted Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare from their pre-season training squad as speculation over his future continues to intensify. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that the Nigerian forward was not included in Wolves’ squad for the start of pre-season preparations, further fueling expectations that he could leave Molineux this summer. According to [...]