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Tag: Ghana Premier League

GPL Wk26: Hearts of Oak back to winning ways as Lions hold Kotoko
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GPL Wk26: Hearts of Oak back to winning ways as Lions hold Kotoko

Accra Hearts of Oak snapped their four-game winless run after defeating Medeama 1-0 in a matchday 26 encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium. Raphael Amponsah's long-range stunner was enough to secure all three points for the Phobians, who moved to third position in the league. The Phobians have now accumulated 43 points and are just four points off league leaders Bibiani Gold Stars. Asante Kotoko picked a point against Heart of Lions at the Kpando Stadium on Sunday. Justice Blay opened the scoring for Kotoko on the brink of half-time, but Fawzi Ali's 67th goal ensured points were shared at the end of the match. The Porcupine Warriors stayed second with 46 points and just a point behind Bibiani Gold Stars, who lost 2-0 against Dreams FC. Basake Holy Stars, who lost three co...
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Hearts of Oak face off against Nations FC at Tuba Astroturf on Thursday
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Hearts of Oak face off against Nations FC at Tuba Astroturf on Thursday

Hearts of Oak will aim to end their three-game winless run when they welcome Nations FC to the Tuba Astro Turf on Thursday April 3, 2025. Hearts dropped yet another crucial point at Gold Stars FC for the third successive week (W2, D1, L2). They are currently 4th in the league table with 37 points, having scored 20 and conceded the joint least goals (13). The Phobians are among the top ten best home performers in the league this season, following four consecutive victories in their last five home fixtures. Aboubakar Ouattara’s men will be desperate to secure all the spoils on Wednesday. Nations FC have won one, drawn one and suffered three defeats in their last five league matches, having scored the second joint most goals (24) and conceded the second joint least goals (14). They a...
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Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare Earns Maiden Black Stars Call-Up
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Hearts of Oak’s Benjamin Asare Earns Maiden Black Stars Call-Up

Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has received his first-ever call-up to the Ghana national team, the Black Stars. The in-form shot-stopper has been one of the standout players in the Ghana Premier League this season, registering an impressive 12 clean sheets. Asare’s consistent performances between the posts have played a crucial role in Hearts of Oak’s campaign, earning him recognition at the national level. His call-up presents a valuable opportunity to showcase his talent on the international stage as Ghana prepares for upcoming fixtures. With this selection, Benjamin Asare joins the ranks of home-based players making an impact on the Black Stars squad, further highlighting the strength of domestic football in Ghana. Fans will be eager to see if he can translate his club fo...
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Nsoatreman FC Withdraws from Ghana Premier League Over Safety Concerns
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Nsoatreman FC Withdraws from Ghana Premier League Over Safety Concerns

Nsoatreman FC has officially announced its withdrawal from the ongoing Ghana Premier League, citing security concerns for its players and staff. The club communicated its decision in a letter to the Ghana Football Association (GFA), stating that recent incidents involving matches against Kumasi Asante Kotoko and FC Samartex had raised serious safety issues. According to the statement, Nsoatreman FC’s management and board of directors felt compelled to prioritize player security, as they could no longer guarantee a safe environment for their team. The club emphasized that their decision was not taken lightly but was necessary in light of the prevailing circumstances. The withdrawal means Nsoatreman FC will no longer participate in the current league season or any other competitions or...
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Frederick Asare Returns as Captain as Kotoko Face Legon Cities
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Frederick Asare Returns as Captain as Kotoko Face Legon Cities

Asante Kotoko have named their starting XI for their Ghana Premier League match against Legon Cities, with goalkeeper Frederick Asare returning to the lineup as captain. Asare steps in for Cameroonian shot-stopper Moise Pouaty Camara, who is suspended for this game. In defense, Daniel Adjetey makes his home debut, taking the right-back position in place of Lord Amoah, who misses out due to injury. Meanwhile, Samuel Tenadu is drafted into the midfield to cover for Justice Blay, who is suspended after receiving a red card in Kotoko’s last game. A major boost for the squad is the return of winger Elvis Kyei Baffour. The talented attacker is back in the starting lineup after being sidelined for three months with a groin injury. The bench also sees some new faces, with youth striker Ab...
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Kukuom Traditional Council Grants Asante Kotoko Permission Organize Nana Pooley’s One-Week Celebration
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Kukuom Traditional Council Grants Asante Kotoko Permission Organize Nana Pooley’s One-Week Celebration

The Omanhene of the Kukuom Traditional Council, Osahene Nana Kwaku Aterkyi II, and his family have officially granted permission for the one-week celebration of the late Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley, to be held in Kumasi. Following a successful meeting with the club’s management, it was agreed that the ceremony will take place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Heroes Park from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The event is expected to bring together family, friends, and football stakeholders to honor the memory of Nana Pooley, whose contributions to the game and community were deeply valued. Further details regarding the program will be communicated in due course.
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Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak Unite to Demand Major Reforms in Ghana Premier League
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Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak Unite to Demand Major Reforms in Ghana Premier League

Ghanaian football giants Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak have issued a joint statement calling for urgent reforms in the Ghana Premier League, including the establishment of an independent body to manage the competition. In the statement, signed by Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua and Togbe Afede XIV, the two clubs emphasised the need for an autonomous league management body to take over the running of the league from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) as soon as possible. ” Among their key demands, Kotoko and Hearts are pushing for stricter adherence to stadium requirements, insisting that matches should only be played at venues that meet the necessary standards. They are also calling for an increased percentage of TV rights revenue to be allocated to clubs. Security at league ...
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Kotoko to Hold Vigil for Late Fan, Francis Yaw Frimpong (Pooley)
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Kotoko to Hold Vigil for Late Fan, Francis Yaw Frimpong (Pooley)

The Management of Ghana premier league side Kumasi Asante Kotoko in collaboration with the club’s supporters leadership has called on all supporters groups, football enthusiasts and the general public to join in a night of Vigil in the remembrance of the late Francis Yaw Frimpong known by many as Pooley. Numerous supporters and admirers are anticipated to attend the vigil, which is intended to honour the departed while calling for justice and equity in Ghanaian football. Candles are suggested as a sign of remembering and solidarity among attendees. As a devoted admirer of the Porcupine Warriors, Francis Yaw Frimpong's passing has caused a huge hole in the team's fan base. A time of solidarity, introspection, and support for fair play in sports is anticipated from the gatheri...
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Police Arrest Another Suspect in Violent Disturbances During Nsoatreman FC vs. Asante Kotoko Match
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Police Arrest Another Suspect in Violent Disturbances During Nsoatreman FC vs. Asante Kotoko Match

In relation to the violent incidents that broke out during the February 2, 2025, football game between Nsoatreman FC and Kumasi Asante Kotoko FC, the Ghana Police Service has detained an additional suspect. The suspect was arrested as part of an ongoing investigation and was identified as Elizabeth Akosua Ntiriwaa, also known as Akosua Black Chinese. Six individuals have been detained in connection with the event after her detention. As the police continue their efforts to capture everyone responsible for the disruptions, Ntiriwaa is now helping with investigations, they said. The Ghana Police Service highlighted that the intelligence-led operation is still ongoing and that they are steadfast in their resolve to make sure that everyone
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Hearts and Kotoko Join Forces to Call for Increased Security in the Ghana Premier League
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Hearts and Kotoko Join Forces to Call for Increased Security in the Ghana Premier League

Asante Kotoko SC and Accra Hearts of Oak, Ghana's two most successful football teams, have united to demand increased security in the Ghana Premier League. Together, the two teams have written a position paper for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) that includes important suggestions for enhancing stadium safety. During a strategic meeting in Accra, representatives from the Hearts of Oak Board and Management and Asante Kotoko's Interim Management Committee (IMC) talked about the league's urgent problems, with security being a major concern. This action is taken in advance of their planned meeting with the Executive Committee of the GFA on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The recent tragic death of Nana Pooley, a loyal Asante Kotoko supporter, has increased the clubs' worries...
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