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BLACK STARS CAPTAIN JORDAN AYEW EXPRESSES GRATITUDE TO GHANAIANS AFTER WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
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BLACK STARS CAPTAIN JORDAN AYEW EXPRESSES GRATITUDE TO GHANAIANS AFTER WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS

Captain of the senior national football team, the Black Stars, Jordan Ayew, has extended heartfelt appreciation to Ghanaians and all stakeholders for their unwavering support throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. In an official statement, the Crystal Palace forward expressed deep gratitude to his teammates, technical handlers, the Ghana Football Association (GFA), the Government of Ghana, and the millions of passionate fans who rallied behind the team during the qualification campaign. “I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your undiluted support throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. As captain of the Black Stars, I’m honoured to lead this talented group of players, and I’m proud of the work we’ve done together,” Ay...
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Black Stars Outline Full Program Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
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Black Stars Outline Full Program Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has released the Black Stars’ official schedule as the team prepares for the final two rounds of the FIFA World Cup 2026 African qualifiers. Ghana will face the Central African Republic in Morocco on Wednesday, October 8, before returning home to take on Comoros in Accra on Sunday, October 12. According to the program, players are expected to arrive in camp on Sunday, October 5, after which training sessions will be held in Morocco on October 6 and October 7. The team’s mandatory MD-1 training will take place at the Stade d’Honneur de Meknes on Tuesday, October 7, ahead of the crucial clash against Central African Republic the following day at 4:00 pm. Following the match, the Black Stars will undergo recovery training in Morocco on Thursday, Octo...
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Hearts of Oak Name Squad for Hohoe United Showdown Tonight
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Hearts of Oak Name Squad for Hohoe United Showdown Tonight

The stage is set for another thrilling Ghana Premier League encounter as Accra Hearts of Oak lock horns with Hohoe United tonight. The Phobians have officially announced their squad for the clash, with a strong lineup featuring a balance of experience and youth. Between the sticks, Benjamin Asare will command the goalpost, backed by a solid defensive unit comprising Ali Mohammed, Kelvin Osei Asibey, Frank Abora Duku, and Martin Karikari. The midfield engine will be powered by Ransford Mensah, Mohammed Hussein , David Oppong Afrane , and Abdul Karim, while creativity and attacking drive will come from Enock Asubonteng , and Yaw Amankwah Baafi. To bolster their chances, Hearts have named a strong bench of substitutes ready to make an impact if called upon. The list includes Raphael ...
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PRESIDENT JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA TO LAUNCH 2025/26 PREMIER LEAGUE SEASON IN ACCRA
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PRESIDENT JOHN DRAMANI MAHAMA TO LAUNCH 2025/26 PREMIER LEAGUE SEASON IN ACCRA

The new Ghana Premier League season officially begins on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium, with President John Dramani Mahama set to perform the ceremonial kick-off ahead of the opening fixture between Accra Hearts of Oak and debutants Hohoe United. The President will be joined by GFA President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, members of the Executive Council, and thousands of football fans from the capital, as the curtain rises on what promises to be one of the most thrilling campaigns in recent years. Accra Hearts of Oak, powered by fresh signings and an impressive pre-season, will be determined to break their four-year streak without an opening-day win. Standing in their way is Hohoe United, making their first-ever top-flight appearance and eager to announce themse...
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Black Stars open camp on Monday, September 1
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Black Stars open camp on Monday, September 1

The Black Stars will open camp in Accra on Monday, September 1, 2025, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali. The team will train at the Accra Sports Stadium on Monday and Tuesday before departing for N’djamena Tuesday evening for the Matchday 7 fixture on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Ghana will come up against Chad at Stade Olympique Maréchal Idriss Déby Itno on Thursday, September 4, 2025, before returning home to host Mali on Monday, September 8, at the Accra Sports Stadium. Find the Program Outline below:
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Asante Kotoko crowned champions of 2025 President’s Cup
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Asante Kotoko crowned champions of 2025 President’s Cup

In a night filled with excitement, chants, and fireworks, Asante Kotoko Sporting Club emerged victorious in the 2025 GHALCA President’s Cup, etching their name once again in Ghanaian football history. The Porcupine Warriors, clad in their iconic red kits, lifted the prestigious trophy amidst wild celebrations at the Accra Sports Stadium. Players, coaching staff, and supporters erupted in jubilation as the team hoisted the glittering President’s Cup under the ceremonial arch bearing the words “GHALCA President Cup Champions 2025.” With determination and unity, Kotoko displayed resilience throughout the match, ultimately securing a well-deserved win that reaffirmed their dominance in Ghana’s domestic football. Speaking after the victory, club officials and players expressed immense ...
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Accra Hearts of Oak Announces Media Accreditation for Super Clash Against Asante Kotoko
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Accra Hearts of Oak Announces Media Accreditation for Super Clash Against Asante Kotoko

Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC has officially opened media accreditation for the much-anticipated Super Clash against arch-rivals Asante Kotoko. The high-profile match is scheduled to take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Accra Sports Stadium. In a press release issued by Hearts Communications, the club invited all media houses interested in covering the event to submit their accreditation applications via email to communications@heartsofoaksc.com. Applications must be on the media company’s official letterhead, duly signed by the department head, and accompanied by a recent passport-size photograph of the applicant. The deadline for submission is the close of day on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Late applications will not be entertained, and applications missing the required...
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President John Mahama visits Black Stars ahead of Chad, Madagascar clash
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President John Mahama visits Black Stars ahead of Chad, Madagascar clash

President John Dramani Mahama showed his support for the Black Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. He was accompanied by several key figures, including Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddi Adams (Hon.), Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, Executive Council member and Black Stars Management Committee Chairman Dr. Randy Abbey, National Sports Authority Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and former Ghana captains Stephen Appiah and Asamoah Gyan. Others included Management Committee members Samuel Aboabire (Chairman of the Greater Accra Football Association, Executive Council Member) and Moses Armah (Owner of Premier League side Medeama SC). During his visit, President Ma...
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Accreditation for Ghana vs. Chad FIFA World Cup Qualifier ready for collection
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Accreditation for Ghana vs. Chad FIFA World Cup Qualifier ready for collection

The media is hereby informed that their accreditation tags for the FIFA World Cup qualifier between Ghana and Chad can be collected at the head office of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) on Thursday, March 20, 2025 between the hours of 9am and 4pm. Find attached the list of successful applicants:  FINAL MEDIA LIST FOR GHANA VRS CHAD Source: GFA COMMUNICATIONS 
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Nine players open Black Stars training in Accra ahead of Chad, Madagascar FIFA World Cup qualifiers
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Nine players open Black Stars training in Accra ahead of Chad, Madagascar FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Nine players opened the Black Stars' training in Accra on Monday in readiness for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. The nine players who trained on Monday included Benjamin Asare, Joseph Wollacott, Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Gideon Mensah, Kamaradini Mamudu, Razak Simpson, Antoine Semenyo, Salisu Mohammed, and Kamal Deen Sulemana. The rest of the players are expected to join the camp on Monday night, ahead of Tuesday's training. Ghana will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to Morocco for the other Group I clash against Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025. With nine points from four matches, the Black Stars are level with Comoros, having secured three wins and one defeat in Group I. ...
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