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Ghana’s Amputee Team Used GFA-Supplied Jerseys, Not Purchased Ones – Samson Deen
19 Jun

Ghana’s Amputee Team Used GFA-Supplied Jerseys, Not Purchased Ones – Samson Deen

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President of the Ghana Paralympic Committee Samson Deen has clarified the statements made by Ghana’s amputee National Team Coach about purchasing jerseys from Katamanto for the Amputee African Cup of Nations in Egypt. The coach had previously mentioned that he bought jerseys for the tournament in Egypt, where the team successfully defended their title by defeating Morocco in the final. In an interview with Citi News, Samson Deen explained that the coach’s comments were taken out of context. He emphasised that the purchased jerseys were not used during the tournament; instead, the team wore jerseys provided by the Ghana Football…
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CAS Dismisses George Afriyie Appeal- Ex GFA Vice “Takes Decision In Good Faith”
06 May

CAS Dismisses George Afriyie Appeal- Ex GFA Vice “Takes Decision In Good Faith”

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Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Vice President, George Afriyie, has responded after having his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the GFA dismissed. Afriyie was disqualified after failing to secure enough GFA members’ signatures to his candidature when filing his nomination form. He appealed the decision but the Elections Committee’s disqualification was upheld by the Appeals Committee forcing Afriyie to pursue the case outside the GFA’s jurisdiction. The ruling was communicated on Monday, May 6 almost eight months after George Afriyie filed his appeal with CAS. The 2023 GFA Elections were held on October 5 in…
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GFA Working To Restore Black Stars’ Lost Glory – Ameenu Shardow
02 May

GFA Working To Restore Black Stars’ Lost Glory – Ameenu Shardow

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Black Stars Team Manager, Ameenu Shardow says the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is working tirelessly to restore the lost glory of the senior national team. The Black Stars have been slammed and criticized for their uninspiring performances in recent tournaments. In the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon, the team exited at the group phase with just a point. At the 2022 Mundial in Qatar, the senior national team exited at the group stage with three points. The team again failed to glitter in the 33rd edition of the AFCON in Ivory Coast where they got eliminated again at…
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GFA Receives Black Stars Head Coach Search Committee Report
28 Feb

GFA Receives Black Stars Head Coach Search Committee Report

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced that the Black Stars head coach search committee has submitted its report and recommendations to the Executive Council for further action. The report was received by President Simeon-Okraku on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. The Executive Council will now review the recommendations from the search committee and decide on the next Black Stars Coach. Once the coaching decision is resolved, the FA will engage with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, as well as other key stakeholders for their support. It will be recalled that the Executive Council appointed a five-member Committee, headed by Vice President…
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Esme Mends: GFA Appoints Ex-Hearts Of Oak Player As Club Licensing Manager
21 Feb

Esme Mends: GFA Appoints Ex-Hearts Of Oak Player As Club Licensing Manager

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed Esme Mends as Club Licensing Manager and administrative assistant to the National Teams Department. The former Ghana Premier League winner, who recently hanged his boots after a career that spanned 12-years, takes over from Julius Ben Emunah who has been moved to head the Competitions Department. Esme Mends played for the defunct Real Sportive in Tema for three seasons before joining Accra Hearts of Oak in 2008 where he won the Ghana Premier League in 2009. He later featured for clubs in Oman and South Africa before calling time on his career in 2016. He…
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GFA To Meet Save Ghana Football Conveners
19 Feb

GFA To Meet Save Ghana Football Conveners

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Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante-Twum has revealed that his outfit has officially requested to hold a meeting with the conveners of Save Ghana Football. This comes after the conveners of Save Ghana Football held a demonstration on Wednesday, February 14 to express their displeasure about the state of football in the country. The protesters advocated for changes in the football structure and the need to address the poor performances of various national teams, including the Black Stars’ disappointing showing at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. However, Mr Asante-Twum reacting to the demonstration said they…
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Otto Addo To Be Re-appointed As Black Stars Head Coach – Reports
15 Feb

Otto Addo To Be Re-appointed As Black Stars Head Coach – Reports

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is reportedly considering reappointing Otto Addo as the new head coach of the Black Stars. Currently, Ghana's senior men's national team is without a permanent coach following the dismissal of Chris Hughton. This was due to the country's poor performance in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The GFA has formed a committee to search for a new coach and has outlined specific requirements for the position. However, there are speculations that Otto Addo is leading the race to become Ghana's new coach, and talks are ongoing between him and the GFA. Otto Addo had…
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We Have Reflected On Policies To Bring Back The Love After 2023 AFCON- GFA President
07 Feb

We Have Reflected On Policies To Bring Back The Love After 2023 AFCON- GFA President

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Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku says the post 2023 AFCON period has given the GFA top brass enough time to reflect on the work of the body. He said this in his speech delivered at a meet with the press event in Kumasi to address matters connected to football in the country. GFA Executive Council member Dr. Randy Abbey, GFA Secretary General Prosper Harrison Addo and GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum were present at the event. “The happenings during the tournament have not been what we us Ghanaians would have loved to see. As servants of football,…
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Ghana FA Approves Kufuor Cup
05 Feb

Ghana FA Approves Kufuor Cup

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has approved a special match to be played in honour of former President John Agyekum Kufuor. The match, known as the Kufuor Cup, will take place on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The Kufuor Cup is being organised by the John Agyekum Kufuor Foundation as part of activities marking the former President’s 85th birthday anniversary. The foundation requested permission from the GFA to host the match, which will feature Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC. The GFA has approved the request and confirmed that the Kufuor Cup will take place at…
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2023/24 FA Cup: Two Round Of 16 Games Rescheduled
05 Feb

2023/24 FA Cup: Two Round Of 16 Games Rescheduled

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The Competitions Department has rescheduled two MTN FA Cup Round of 16 games following the request by the John Agyekum Kufuor Foundation to organize a football match between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC. The approval of the Cup game has resulted in the rescheduling of the Karela United vs Asante Kotoko game as well as the tie between Nsoatreman FC and Berekum Chelsea. Karela United will now host Asante Kotoko at Aliu Mahama Stadium on Tuesday, February 13, while Berekum Chelsea trek to Nsoatre to take on Nsoatreman FC at Nana Konamansa Park on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. Stakeholders are…
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