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By Isaac Mortey The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has confirmed its final 26-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), a squad announcement marked by the high-profile return of Wilfried Zaha and the significant absence of the injured Simon Adingra. Head coach Emerse Faé, who masterminded the country’s 2023 triumph, will lead the Éléphants into the tournament as …

A contractual dispute has emerged at Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club. It has come to light that the club has failed to fulfil its financial obligations to members of its squad for the past three months, leading to formal legal action. The situation has been brought into focus by a formal termination notice issued on behalf of player Hamza …

Story by Isaac Mortey The Uganda National Football Team, the Cranes, is the first country to arrive in Morocco ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), emphasizing a strategy of early acclimatization and focused preparation for the tournament. The message from the camp is clear: preparation starts now. This early arrival is viewed not merely as logistical convenience, …

Story by Isaac Mortey As the festive season approaches, the fixture list has delivered nothing but goodwill to Accra Hearts of Oak, with the Phobians staring down a formidable December challenge that could define their Ghana Premier League season. The Phobians set for difficult games that will test their title credentials. This crucial period begins at the familiar grounds of …

Swedish pole vault superstar Armand “Mondo” Duplantis has been officially awarded the title of World Athletics Male Athlete of the Year for 2025. This accolade, his second overall after winning in 2020 and 2022, solidifies his position not merely as the greatest pole vaulter of his generation, but as a defining athlete of this sporting era. The 2025 season belongs …

The final approach to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been defined by a wave of managerial firing and hiring, with no fewer than five participating countries opting for a change in leadership just months before the continental tournament kicks off. This pre-competition shuffle highlights the intense pressure and high stakes surrounding the AFCON. The most recent and …

Story by Isaac Mortey The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has formally unveiled the Participation Principles for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG), setting a clear and inclusive pathway for the next generation of elite athletes. Scheduled from 31 October to 13 November 2026 in Dakar, Senegal, this edition, the first Olympic event to be held on the African continent …

Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has charged the newly inaugurated Ministerial Oversight Committee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup to take full responsibility for coordinating travel arrangements and protecting Ghana’s international image ahead of the tournament. Speaking at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, during the inauguration of the 11-member committee, Mr. Debrah highlighted recurring challenges with visa …

An 11-member Ministerial Oversight Committee has been inaugurated by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, to supervise Ghana’s preparation and participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The ceremony was held on Wednesday, November 26, at the Jubilee House. In his address, Mr. Debrah charged the committee to discharge its mandate with integrity, diligence, and unwavering commitment. He stressed the importance …

Quartet of Belgian cyclists stormed to the top of the podium in the Grand Finale of the tour du cycling race event with Joerik De Neve finishing first in the final at Ablekuma Vicolis. The 2.5km race of 20 Laps was characterized by a sprint finish that saw the top three positions secured by riders from Belgium. De Neve, crossed …