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Asante Kotoko Announce Decision To Return To Football
24 Feb

Asante Kotoko Announce Decision To Return To Football

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Asante Kotoko has announced their return to competitive football following the final burial rites of their late supporter, Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley. The club temporarily withdrew from all football activities after Nana Pooley’s tragic passing at Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre during a Matchday 19 fixture against Nsoatreman FC. Despite resuming training on Wednesday, Kotoko opted out of the FA Cup Round of 16 matches. However, during a press conference, the club’s Head of Public Relations, Lawyer Sarfo Duku, confirmed that Kotoko will return to action after the burial of their devoted fan. With the funeral rites…
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Real Madrid To Appeal Against Bellingham’s Red Card
24 Feb

Real Madrid To Appeal Against Bellingham’s Red Card

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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti says the club will appeal again to reduce the length of Jude Bellingham's two-match suspension after his dismissal at Osasuna last week. The England international was shown a straight red card for foul and abusive language in the 1-1 La Liga draw. Referee Jose Munuera Montero stated in his match report that Bellingham had directed a swear word at him. The two-match suspension given by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) was for "contemptuous or inconsiderate attitudes towards referees, officials or sports authorities". On Friday, the (RFEF) rejected an initial appeal to overturn the ban, meaning…
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Liverpool Cruise Past Man City To Strengthen Title Chances
24 Feb

Liverpool Cruise Past Man City To Strengthen Title Chances

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Liverpool tightened their vice-like grip on this season's Premier League title as they extended their lead to 11 points with a comfortable victory at Manchester City. The leaders had already seen their position strengthened when Arsenal lost at home to West Ham on Saturday before moving into what looks like an unassailable position with a superb display against the fallen reigning champions. City opened brightly but were caught cold by a clever Liverpool corner routine after 14 minutes, Mohamed Salah scoring his 30th goal of the season after Dominik Szoboszlai played Alex Mac Allister's delivery into his path. Salah repaid…
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Ghana To Face Chad At Accra Sports Stadium In 2026 World Cup Qualifier
23 Feb

Ghana To Face Chad At Accra Sports Stadium In 2026 World Cup Qualifier

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Ghana’s Matchday 5 fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad will take place at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 17, 2025. According to a report by Joy Sports, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has opted not to propose alternative venues for inspection by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). This decision follows CAF’s withdrawal of approval for both the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi and the Cape Coast Stadium. The Baba Yara Stadium lost its certification in September 2024 due to “technical infractions, including an unsuitable playing field.” As a result, the Accra Sports Stadium…
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Asensio Scores Twice As Villa Come Back To Beat Chelsea
23 Feb

Asensio Scores Twice As Villa Come Back To Beat Chelsea

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New signing Marco Asensio got his first two Aston Villa goals as they came from behind to beat Chelsea and grab a valuable three points in their push for European qualification. An excellent piece of play out wide from Pedro Neto fashioned a ninth-minute opener for Chelsea, with the winger skipping past Ian Maatsen before drilling a low delivery across the face of goal which only required a slight prod from Enzo Fernandez to turn it past Emilio Martinez. But Chelsea did not seize control and half-time substitute Marcus Rashford – who was initially ruled offside before the video assistant…
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Laryea Kingston Slams Management Interference In Black Starlets Player Selection
23 Feb

Laryea Kingston Slams Management Interference In Black Starlets Player Selection

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Former Black Starlets head coach, Laryea Kingston, has raised concerns over increasing management interference in player selection across Ghana’s national teams. Recent discussions have spotlighted claims of influential figures within the Ghana Football Association (GFA) meddling in team selections, a trend Kingston described as “inappropriate.” Speaking to Joy Sports, Kingston, who resigned after Ghana’s exit from the U-17 WAFU tournament in Accra, condemned the practice and recounted personal experiences of such interference. “I don’t think it’s appropriate for a management member to interfere in a coach’s job. For example, if a coach leaves out a player and a management member calls…
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Europa League Round of 16 draw confirmed [Full fixtures]
21 Feb

Europa League Round of 16 draw confirmed [Full fixtures]

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The draw for this season’s Europa League Round of 16 has been conducted on Friday. Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbache will take on Rangers for a place in the quarter-final. Manchester United have been handed a tough tie against Real Sociedad, while Ajax will clash with Frankfurt. The ties for the round of 16 will be played March 6, while the return leg is billed for March 13. Each club plays once on a Tuesday and once on a Wednesday. FULL FIXTURES: Bodo/Glimt vs Olympiacos Fenerbache vs Rangers Ajax vs Frankfurt FCSB vs Lyon AZ Alkmaar vs Tottenham Real Sociedad vs Manchester…
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UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw confirmed [Full fixtures]
21 Feb

UEFA Champions League Round of 16 draw confirmed [Full fixtures]

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The draw for this season’s UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has been conducted on Friday. Current holders Real Madrid will take on rivals Atletico Madrid in the pick of the bunch. There will also be an all-Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. Arsenal have been paired against PSV, while Liverpool take on Paris Saint-Germain. The ties for the round of 16 will be played on during the weeks of March 4 and March 5. The return legs are scheduled for March 11 and March 12. FULL FIXTURES: Club Brugge vs Aston Villa Borussia Dortmund vs Lille Real…
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Prosper Ogum Urges Kotoko Players To Honour Late Nana Pooley With League Title
21 Feb

Prosper Ogum Urges Kotoko Players To Honour Late Nana Pooley With League Title

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Asante Kotoko head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum, has called on his players to dedicate their efforts to the late Francis Frimpong by winning the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League title. Frimpong, widely known as Nana Pooley, tragically lost his life during Kotoko’s Matchday 19 clash against Nsoatreman FC at the Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre, leading to the temporary suspension of the league. Despite the setback, Kotoko resumed training on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the Adako Jachie training grounds. Addressing the team, Ogum urged his players to channel their grief into motivation on the field. “It’s unfortunate, but we must…
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“I Don’t Like People Comparing Me To Mahrez,” Says Man City’s Savinho
21 Feb

“I Don’t Like People Comparing Me To Mahrez,” Says Man City’s Savinho

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The Etihad Stadium is set to ignite this weekend as Premier League leaders Liverpool clash with Manchester City in a highly anticipated showdown. Arne Slot’s side, acutely aware of Arsenal’s relentless pursuit, understands that victory is paramount. City, equally driven to solidify their Champions League aspirations, will be determined to disrupt Liverpool’s title charge. Adding to the pre-match buzz, Showmax chatted to new City signing, Savinho. The Brazilian prodigy opens up about his dream move to the Premier League and shares insights into his remarkable journey from promising youth talent to rising star in Brazilian football. The game, which will…
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