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Daniel Afriyie scored late but FC Aarau still fell 3-2 away to FC Vaduz in the Swiss Challenge League on Friday night.The Ghanaian forward made a sharp impact after coming on in the 83rd minute, replacing Elias Filet at the Rheinpark Stadion. Two minutes later, Afriyie showed calm inside the box, meeting a cross from Ramon Guzzo and finishing low …

Former Ghana midfielder Derek Boateng has stressed the importance of starting the Black Stars 2026 World Cup campaign on a strong note. Ghana, making their fifth appearance at the global tournament, will open their campaign against Panama on June 17 in Toronto. They will then face England on June 23 in Boston before concluding the group stage against Croatia on …

Serie A on the pitch: 20.45: Juve-Roma, Lazio-Cremonese at 18:00. Usual Inter, Bologna smile Bisseck gives away the 1-1 penalty to Orsolini. Errors from the spot from Bastoni, Barella and Bonny. Immobile signs the 4-3: it’s final against Napoli on Monday. Milan, Fullkrug is not enough De Winter and Nkunku: flops worth 57m. A defender is needed. If this Hojlund …

Former Ghana international Derek Boateng has described Group L of the 2026 World Cup as a challenging draw for the Black Stars. Ghana will face Panama, England, and Croatia in the group stage of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico next summer. Thats a tough group, Boateng told Sporty FM. We know how …

Quick take: Big picture: the update fits broader trends across the league with schedule pressure and tight tables. Supporters will watch for clarity from training ground reports and official briefings. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted he can’t “lie” to his players about his future at the club when it comes to discussing new contracts for the likes of Bukayo Saka. Arteta is set to be out of contract at the Emirates Stadium in summer 2027, and it’s not yet entirely clear if the Spanish tactician will commit his future …

Chelsea are reportedly facing interest in Josh Acheampong, with the talented young defender on the radar of both Manchester City and Bayern Munich. That’s according to journalist Ben Jacobs, posting on X, with the Blues seemingly not keen on letting the player go, even if clubs are monitoring his minutes at Stamford Bridge. Acheampong has struggled to establish himself as …

Barcelona are now considered increasingly likely to make Marcus Rashford’s transfer from Manchester United permanent. The England international has impressed since joining Barca on loan from the Red Devils in the summer, contributing six goals and eight assists in all competitions so far. Rashford had struggled towards the end of his time at Man Utd, but he looks to have …

Arsenal’s latest attempt to win the Premier League could prompt them into business this coming January, with the Gunners reportedly ‘concerned’ about their squad’s capacity to stay fit and go the distance this year. The Gunners are chasing a first league title since 2003/04, when Arsene Wenger’s Invincibles strolled to top-flight glory before completing an unbeaten campaign. Mikel Arteta’s side …

Manchester United could reportedly sign Antoine Semenyo to play a slightly different position due to the struggles of Patrick Dorgu at left wing-back. The Red Devils brought in Dorgu from Lecce last January, but it would be fair to say the Denmark international has had a slow start to life at Old Trafford. According to the Sun, United sources feel …

Manchester United central midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is now reportedly increasingly open to leaving the club permanently after falling out of favour with Ruben Amorim. The England international is yet to start a single Premier League game this season, leading to plenty of recent speculation about a possible departure on loan. Mainoo has been linked with Chelsea, Napoli and other big …

Nations FC will look to return to the winning track when they welcome Young Apostles to the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex for premier league business on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Frimpong Manso has still not found the right formula since taking over from Kassim Mingle as Nations FC coach.He has won two of his seven games in charge of …

Relegation-haunted sides Dreams FC and Berekum Chelsea will clash for their Ghana Premier League Week 15 fixture on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Dreams FC will look to make it two home wins on the spin when they host The Bibires as the Tuba Astro Turf.The Still Believe' sit precariously in the league standings on 16th position with 14 points after …

The ninth season of the Indian Womens League kickoffs on Saturday, December 20, 2025.Seven Ghanaian players have registered with five out of the eight teams set to do battle for the title.East Bengal FC, who won their maiden IWL trophy last season, will have the opportunity to defend their title on home soil as the 2025-26 league will be played …

Ghanaian winger Osman Bukari has officially joined Polish club Widzew Lodz on a permanent transfer from MLS side Austin FC, signing a contract until June 2030.The pacey winger, who can play across the frontline, returns to Europe after stints in Slovakia, Belgium, France, and Serbia.​Bukari came through Anderlecht’s academy before shining at AS Trencin, where he produced 16 goals and …