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FIBA Asia convenes fifth board meeting for 2023-27 in Singapore
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FIBA Asia convenes fifth board meeting for 2023-27 in Singapore

The FIBA Asia Board held its fifth meeting for the 2023-2027 cycle in Singapore, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The meeting, chaired by FIBA Asia President Dr. K Govindaraj, was attended by FIBA President Sheikh Saud bin Ali Al Thani, FIBA Secretary General Mr. Andreas Zagklis (via video conference), and FIBA Executive Director Asia, Mr. Hagop Khajirian. The meeting took stock of the gains made in the year 2025 where the Regional Office in Asia successfully delivered key FIBA objectives including the successful conduct of the two flagship continental events – FIBA Asia Cup 2025 in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 in Shenzhen (China) along with the two continental youth events – FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025 in Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia...
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Kotoko Announces Interim Technical Direction After Zito Exit
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Kotoko Announces Interim Technical Direction After Zito Exit

Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Club has announced a temporary restructuring of its technical team following the departure of head coach Abdul Karim Zito. The club has confirmed that experienced coach Prince Yaw Owusu will take charge of the technical team on an interim basis. He will be assisted by Mohammed Hamza Obeng as the club works toward stabilizing its technical setup. This interim arrangement is expected to ensure continuity within the team while management assesses the next steps regarding the club’s long-term technical leadership. Prince Yaw Owusu brings considerable coaching experience to the role, and supporters will be hoping his guidance, alongside Hamza Obeng’s support, can help maintain competitiveness as Kotoko prepares for upcoming fixtures. The club has yet to...
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Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey Resigns as Asante Kotoko Head Coach
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Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey Resigns as Asante Kotoko Head Coach

Abdul Karim Zito Kabutey has officially stepped down from his position as head coach of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club with immediate effect, the club has confirmed. Management of the club has accepted his resignation and expressed gratitude for his dedication and services during his time in charge. The club also extended its best wishes to the coach in his future endeavors. Asante Kotoko indicated that details regarding the club’s new technical direction and coaching arrangements will be communicated in due course. The development marks a significant change for the Porcupine Warriors as supporters await further updates on the team’s next steps.
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Borussia Dortmund Launches BVB International Academy Ghana to Nurture Next Generation of Football Stars
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Borussia Dortmund Launches BVB International Academy Ghana to Nurture Next Generation of Football Stars

Borussia Dortmund has officially announced the launch of the BVB International Academy Ghana, marking the German club’s first International Academy on the African continent. The initiative is aimed at developing young football talents in Ghana while strengthening ties between European football institutions and African grassroots development. The academy launch reflects Dortmund’s long-standing connection with Ghanaian football, a relationship highlighted by notable Ghanaian players such as Otto Addo — a former Dortmund player and current Ghana national team coach — and Ibrahim Tanko, who also had a successful stint with the club. Their legacy continues to inspire young Ghanaian players aspiring to reach the global football stage. According to Borussia Dortmund, the academy will focus...
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Stunning Host City illustrations revealed as Brazil marks 500 days until the FIFA Women’s World Cup
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Stunning Host City illustrations revealed as Brazil marks 500 days until the FIFA Women’s World Cup

Brazilian female creators crafted artworks for each Host City as part of the event brand Tournament is set to be an epic celebration of football and local culture Match schedule announcement is the next milestone on the road to the 2027 extravaganza Multimedia assets are available for members of the media to download for editorial purposes via the FIFA Digital Hub With exactly 500 days to go until the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027™, the first edition of FIFA’s flagship women’s competition to be staged in South America, the host nation is already brimming with the joyful and inclusive atmosphere that will define the tournament. Fans from around the world will gather in Brazil from 24 June 2027 to cheer on 32 national teams in what promises to be a true global festi...
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Ratified: world records for Fisher, Koech and Beacroft
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Ratified: world records for Fisher, Koech and Beacroft

Men’s 5000m short track12:44.09 Grant Fisher (USA) Boston, 14 February 2025 Men’s U20 1500m3:27.72 Phanuel Koech (KEN) Paris, 20 June 2025 Men’s U20 10,000m race walk38:02.68 Isaac Beacroft (AUS) Sydney, 11 December 2025 The world 5000m short track record of 12:44.09 set by USA’s Grant Fisher in Boston on 14 February 2025 has been ratified by World Athletics. Two world U20 records – the 1500m mark by Kenya’s Phanuel Koech in Paris in June and the 10,000m race walk performance by Australia’s Isaac Beacroft in Sydney in December – have also been ratified. The world 5000m short track record at the BU David Hemery Valentine International came less than a week after Fisher broke the world 3000m short track record in New York. After passing 3000m in 7:39.16 – a comfortable 16 seco...
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Glasgow Schools Gifted Bespoke 2026 Schools’ Baton Inspired By Commonwealth Games King’s Baton Relay
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Glasgow Schools Gifted Bespoke 2026 Schools’ Baton Inspired By Commonwealth Games King’s Baton Relay

Glasgow schools and nurseries have gone ‘All In’ for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with the launch of their own Schools’ Baton Relay; a citywide celebration uniting 330 nurseries and schools, and giving all 70,000 children and young people the chance to see and hold a Baton, building excitement for the Games while inspiring learning about the Commonwealth and the power of sport.  Delivered on behalf of Glasgow 2026 by Glasgow City Council, the Schools’ Baton Relay is a flagship part of the Games’ All In programme; a Scotland-wide movement inviting communities, schools, sports clubs, cultural and voluntary organisations, and businesses to celebrate the Games in their own altogether brilliant way.  Inspired by the spirit of the official King’s Baton Relay, which is curr...
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BYD announced as official car partner of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
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BYD announced as official car partner of Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Glasgow 2026 has appointed the Games’ first ever electrified vehicle partner with BYD, the world’s leading New Energy Vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, as Official Car Partner, driving Glasgow 2026’s ambition to deliver a greener Games. Glasgow 2026 is the largest sporting event in the UK this year, taking place from 23 July to 2 August with 3,000 athletes from 74 nations and territories set to compete in world-class programme of 10 sports and six Para sports in four iconic venues across the city. The partnership was announced at Glasgow’s Riverside Museum with Commonwealth bronze Swimmer and Team Scotland hopeful, Katie Shanahan. BYD will provide the Games with 90 vehicles supporting transportation for Games Family, support crew and any operational needs across the eight-mile corridor tha...
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FIFA WORLD CUP TROPHY TOUR BY COCA-COLA IGNITES NATIONAL PRIDE IN CÔTE D’IVOIRE
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FIFA WORLD CUP TROPHY TOUR BY COCA-COLA IGNITES NATIONAL PRIDE IN CÔTE D’IVOIRE

The Prime Minister of the Republic, His Excellency Beugré Mambé Welcomes the FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy to Côte d’Ivoire, Celebrating Unity and the Power of Football Côte d’Ivoire Abidjan, 3 February 2026: – The spirit of football came alive as His Excellency Beugré Mambé, the Prime Minister of the Republic, officially welcomed the Original FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy to Côte d’Ivoire, marking an unforgettable moment of celebration during the FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola. The arrival of the Original FIFA World Cup™️ Trophy united thousands of fans, athletes, and communities in a shared moment of pride and passion for the beautiful game, offering them a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience football’s most coveted prize up close. “Hosting the Original FIFA World Cup™️ Tro...
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Ghanaian Influencers and Creators Join Coca-Cola for the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour Experience in Abidjan
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Ghanaian Influencers and Creators Join Coca-Cola for the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour Experience in Abidjan

When the FIFA World Cup Trophy arrived in Abidjan as part of the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, the city welcomed not only football's most iconic symbol but also the energy, culture, and shared love for the game that cut across borders. The trophy's arrival brought together fans, media, and cultural voices to celebrate football, connection, and shared global moments. Among those present were some of Ghana’s influencers and creators, invited by the Coca-Cola team, who travelled to Abidjan to experience the trophy's arrival first-hand and share the journey with their audiences back home. From the moment they touched down in Abidjan, the excitement was obvious. Influencers like Lisaquama, Princess Burland, Kojo Junior, Miss Enny, Chef Abby among others captured their experi...
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