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Como are now up to sixth place in the Serie A table and have overtaken Juventus in the process thanks to a statement 5-1 victory away against Torino on Monday evening, with goals from Jayden Addai, Jacobo Ramon, Nico Paz and Martin Baturina. 

Sandvikens IF has officially announced that 26-year-old Ghanaian midfielder Sadat Abubakari has signed a two-year contract extension.After a difficult period sidelined by a knee injury, Sadat made his return in the final match of the season. His resilience and dedication left a strong impression on both the team and supporters at Jernvallen Stadium.Sadat joined SIF from Eskilstuna City in 2022 and has since become a crowd favorite thanks to his versatility and reliability on the pitch. Although the entire 2025 season was wiped out by injury, his comeback in the season finale against Ostersund was a celebrated moment.Reflecting on his decision to stay, Sadat shared: “We’ve made so many great memories together and my ambition is to create even better ones in the future. Sandviken is a huge part of my story and I want to keep making history here. I promise everyone that, as always, I will give everything to see this club reach new heights.”Both club and fans look forward to sharing new successes with Sadat in the coming seasons.

[caption id="attachment_1275322" align="alignnone" width="1290"] Ibrahim Tanko[/caption]The head coach of Medeama SC, Ibrahim Tanko, is confident his team will win upcoming matches to make up for points dropped in their Week 11 fixture against Bechem United in the Ghana Premier League.The coach was left to rue missed chances on Saturday after the Yellow and Mauves drew against the Hunters at the TnA Stadium.Speaking in his post-match interview, Ibrahim Tanko accepted the result, assuring fans that his team will bounce back.The first half was really tough. We didnt create any chances, but I think in the second half, we created all the chances, but unfortunately, we couldnt score. The league is too long, and these kinds of games we are going to meet them. We know that we are going to get the points somewhere, Ibrahim Tanko said.The draw with Bechem United over the weekend has seen Medeama SC lose their place at the summit of the Ghana Premier League standings.The team is now third on the table with 22 points, one behind Aduana FC, the team leading the log. The Tarkwa-based team will face off with Asante Kotoko in their next match.

In a stunning revelation that peels back the curtain on the relationship between top-tier clubs and broadcasters, Jamie Carragher has admitted that a famous 2022 interview with Erik ten Hag was “staged” by Manchester United.

[caption id="attachment_1263881" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Mohammed Kudus[/caption]Ghana forward Mohammed Kudus has come under criticism over what has been described as a lack of consistency. The Black Stars talisman returned from injury over the weekend, starting for Tottenham Hotspur in their English Premier League clash against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.In the thrilling London derby, Mohammed Kudus failed to impress, earning a rating of 6.1 after playing 78 minutes, as Tottenham Hotspur suffered a 4-1 defeat at the end of the game.Sharing his view on the Ghanaian, former Tottenham Hotspur manager Tim Sherwood admitted that Kudus is a key player for the team, but added that his lack of consistency is a major weakness.Kudus is a breath of fresh air; he brings a lot to the team when he plays. But he still lacks the consistency to become an elite player, Sherwood said.Mohammed Kudus, 25, has been good for Tottenham Hotspur since his summer move from London rivals West Ham United.He has one goal and four assists after making 11 appearances in the English Premier League. Although his quality is not in doubt, he needs to add consistency to his game to be counted among the best in the world.

Fabio Grosso has stuck with an unchanged Sassuolo side for Monday evening’s Serie A clash against 17th-placed Pisa, who have not lost in any of their last five league fixtures. 

Roma defender Gianluca Mancini is delighted to see his side sit at the top of the Serie A standings after 12 matches, and though he feels the Giallorossi ‘have what it takes’, he warns ‘we’re not in May yet’. 

The head coach of Swedru All Blacks, Ahmed Fathy, was full of praise for his players on Sunday after their hard-fought 3-2 victory over Dreams FC in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday afternoon.The All Blacks players on the matchday showed a lot of resilience from start to finish, even coming from behind at one point to secure all three points.Speaking in his post-match interview, Ahmed Fathy disclosed that he was impressed with the fighting spirit of his players, adding that he hopes it continues in upcoming games.“A lot of congratulations to my players, they are warriors, and they worked so hard, and this is the result. For me, it’s great. It’s been a long time since we could not win away, and today we have done. I hope it will continue like this,” Ahmed Fathy said.Sunday’s win has given All Blacks head coach Ahmed Fathy some breathing space, having recently come under pressure after supporters called for his sacking.He must ensure the team finds consistency in upcoming matches to win back the love and support of the fans.

The crisis at Anfield has deepened significantly following yet another dismal weekend performance, leaving Liverpool languishing in 11th place in the Premier League table.

Heart of Lions coach Bashir Hayford attributed his teams late 2-2 draw against Vision FC to a loss of concentration in the closing stages of the match.

Aduana Football Club have returned to the summit of the Ghana Premier League standings following an impressive win against Berekum Chelsea during Week 11.The Dormaa-based club on Sunday hosted Berekum Chelsea at Nana Agyemang Badu I Park. In a thrilling contest that ensued between the two teams, Aduana FC secured all three points after a 3-1 triumph over the Blues.The win has propelled Aduana FC to leapfrog Medeama SC to go top of the league table. Medeama SC are now third in the league standings after dropping two crucial points in their goalless stalemate against Bechem United at TnA Stadium on Saturday.Heart of Lions in second position and Asante Kotoko sitting fourth complete the top four.Defending champions Bibiani Gold Stars follow in fifth position with 19 points, just four behind the league leaders on 23 points.Bechem United, Holy Stars, and Eleven Wonders are in the relegation zone as they continue to struggle for wins in the division.All 18 participating clubs will hope to bag three points from the next round of matches in Week 12 to improve their positions in the Ghana Premier League table.

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Swedru All Blacks striker Rudolf Mensah says head coach Ahmed Ibrahim Fathi is shaping him into a 'hybrid striker' as the club evolves tactically.

NAC Bredas technical director Peter Maas has confirmed that Ghanaian defender Denis Odoi is motivated to play and will immediately strengthen the squad.

The Italy U17s are out of the World Cup after a heartbreaking 2-0 semi-final defeat against Austria on Monday evening after a second-half brace from the tournament’s leading goalscorer, Johannes Moser.