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Accra, Ghana – September 26, 2025 The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially appointed Desmond Ofei, former head coach of the Black Satellites and current assistant coach of the Black Stars, as the new head coach of the national U23 team, the Black Meteors. Ofei takes over from Kassim Mingle, who has been reassigned as head coach of the Black …

The National Sports Authority (NSA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has announced the immediate suspension of all boxing activities in Ghana following the tragic death of professional boxer Ernest “Bahubali” Akushey. In a statement released on Thursday, the NSA described the decision as a reflection of its unwavering commitment — along with that of the Ministry …

Source: Nhyira FM Players of Asante Kotoko SC have been promised a special bonus should they advance to the second preliminary round of the CAF Confederation Cup, according to the club’s Director of Communications, Sarfo Duku. The Porcupine Warriors carry a narrow advantage heading into the second leg, having secured a thrilling 4-3 first-leg victory over Nigeria’s Kwara United last …

Source: Joy Sports The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) has announced plans to implement stricter post-fight medical protocols following the tragic death of professional boxer Ernest Akushey, popularly known in the ring as ‘Bahubali’. Akushey passed away just 11 days after his super middleweight bout against Jacob Dickson at the Bukom Boxing Arena on September 12. He reportedly suffered internal bleeding …

Farum, Denmark – Ghanaian forward Princess Marfo has rejoined Danish top-tier club FC Nordsjælland, marking a homecoming after a challenging stint with Bay FC in the United States. The 21-year-old Black Queens attacker returns to familiar territory, having made history in the 2021/22 season as the first female graduate of the Right to Dream Academy to feature for FC Nordsjælland’s …

Spain, September 25, 2025 – Ghanaian right-back Comfort Yeboah has officially signed with Spanish top-flight club DUX Logroño for the 2025/26 season, marking a significant step in her blossoming football career. Yeboah, who plays for both the Black Queens and the Black Princesses, makes the move from Ampem Darkoa Ladies, one of Ghana’s leading clubs in the Women’s Premier League. …

Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has broken his silence following his controversial red card during the Reds’ 2-1 Carabao Cup victory over Southampton at Anfield on Tuesday night. The French striker came off the bench to score a dramatic 85th-minute winner, finishing off a brilliant team move that involved an unselfish assist from Federico Chiesa. However, moments later, Ekitike was sent …

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has publicly criticised striker Hugo Ekitike for picking up what he called a “stupid” red card during the team’s 2-1 Carabao Cup win over Southampton on Tuesday night. The French forward, who scored in the 85th minute to help seal the Reds’ win, was sent off moments later after celebrating his goal by removing his …

The National Sports Authority (NSA) has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden passing of Ghanaian professional boxer Ernest Akushey, popularly known in the ring as “Bahubali.” His death was reported to have occurred on the night of Tuesday, September 23, 2025, sending shockwaves through the local boxing community and the broader sporting fraternity. In an official statement, the NSA extended …

A promising boxer, Ernest Akushey with ring name Bahubali has tragically passed away just days after his last bout, sending shockwaves through the Ghanaian boxing community and raising serious questions about the systems in place to protect fighters. While the official cause of death is yet to be determined, the incident has cast a harsh spotlight on the Ghana Boxing …