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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. 

NAC Breda’s technical director Peter Maas has described Ghanaian defender Denis Odoi as a “fighter” and confirmed his arrival will strengthen the squad immediately.The 37-year-old full-back joins on a free transfer until the end of the season, with an option for an additional year, providing depth amid a defensive injury crisis.Odoi reunites with fellow Ghana international Kamal Sowah, a pairing last seen during their time together in Belgium.Peter Maas, NAC’s technical director, said: “Apart from the current wave of defensive injuries, we are already preparing for the upcoming winter transfer window with this signing."We know Denis from his past, but we also followed him in his last season at Royal Antwerp FC. His drive and passion remain strong."In the fight to stay in the Eredivisie, we are adding an extra fighter to the squad. He is fit and motivated to play for NAC.”Odoi boasts extensive European experience, having played for Club Brugge and Royal Antwerp in Belgium, as well as over 170 appearances for Fulham in England’s Premier League and Championship.His arrival provides NAC with both defensive stability and leadership as the team battles to maintain its Eredivisie status.

Che Adams was originally meant to start for Torino’s Serie A match against Como on Monday evening, but has had to drop out of Marco Baroni’s XI at the last minute due to a bout of acute gastroenteritis, pre-match reports confirm. 

Cesc Fabregas has insisted it would be illogical for Assane Diao to travel to the Africa Cup of Nations while still recovering from injury.

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 are running away in the early stages of the Premier League title race and secured another important victory this weekend.

Como could overtake Juventus into sixth place with a victory away against 12th-placed Torino when the two sides meet in Serie A on Monday evening. 

Chelsea are expected to continue being busy in the transfer market in 2026, and this could include selling one of their players to Barcelona. The two teams meet in the Champions League on Tuesday, which could allow the La Liga giants to conduct the ideal scouting mission.

Cristian Chivu’s decision to replace Lautaro Martinez in the second half of the Milan derby surprised Italian legend Christian Vieri: ‘I thought he’d take Marcus Thuram off.’

Liverpool may have spent upwards of £400m in the summer, but it has become clear that additions are still needed to Arne Slot’s squad. A new central defender is to be signed in 2026, while there is also scope for another midfielder to be brought in.