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The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has extended its congratulations to referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea for his outstanding achievements and for being a fine example of Ghanaian football officiating across Africa. Laryea’s recent honour as the 2025 SWAG Referee of the Year at the Association’s 50th awards ceremony highlights a career built on merit and strong support. His …

Senegal forward Sadio Mané has revealed how he intervened to prevent members of the national men’s football team from boycotting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final following a controversial refereeing decision. Senegal secured the AFCON title with a 1–0 extra-time victory over hosts Morocco, but the final was nearly abandoned late in regulation time after Senegal players reacted …

Senegal were crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after edging hosts Morocco 1–0 in extra time in a tense final at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. In a match defined by narrow margins, discipline and nerves, the Teranga Lions withstood sustained pressure to deny Morocco a maiden AFCON triumph on home soil. The breakthrough came …

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has announced a crackdown on commercial drivers who overcharge passengers during peak hours, as worsening traffic congestion and vehicle shortages continue to inconvenience commuters in Accra. The enforcement exercise is set to commence on Monday, January 19, 2026, with the Union deploying task force personnel to identified hotspots where drivers are accused of …

By Isaac Mortey In a moment of cultural symbolism ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations final, the Teranga Lion’s of Senegal social media has shared a cryptic message, drawing a parallel between the nation’s cherished tea ceremony and the decisive battle awaiting them. The message, centered on the tradition of “Ataya” a precise, patient, and communal process of preparing …

By Isaac Mortey In the high-stakes world of football, the manager is often the central figure. They are hailed as geniuses with a trophy lift and branded as failures after a string of poor results. Clubs routinely make a change in the dugout when performance dips, believing a new leader is the key to unlocking success. A growing body of …

Former President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kwesi Nyantakyi, has revealed that he was close to ascending to the presidency of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) before his exit from football administration in 2018. According to Nyantakyi, his rise within CAF had positioned him as a likely successor to the continental football body’s top office. “It was very …

By Isaac Mortey We are slowly moving away from managers and replacing them with coaches. Once, a manager was the heartbeat of a football club. He shaped its identity, guided its philosophy, influenced which players were bought and sold, and built something meant to last. Today, that power is being stripped away. Coaches are now increasingly confined to the training …

The Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) has ushered in a new era of leadership following its elective congress held today at the Media Center of the Accra Sports Stadium. Mr. Dauda Fuseini, the Federation’s former First Vice President, was elected as the new President. He secured a decisive victory over the incumbent, Mr. Bernard Quartey. The election saw Mr. Fuseini amassed …

Ghana’s emerging canoeing team has won its first-ever medal at the Africa Youth Games, held in Angola 2025. The duo of Maxwell Ofoi and Okronipa Ohene Emmanuel claimed a bronze medal in the 1000 metres Canoe Double (C2) event. Competing in their first major Games, the young athletes showed great courage and determination. They finished in third place, competing against …