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Nana Yaw Amankwah was proud of how Bibiani Gold Stars handled their match on Sunday.The champions earned a 1-0 win over Karela United at Dun’s Park in Bibiani, a result that pushed them back into the top four.After the match, he shared his thoughts on Goldstars TV. “For the game we dominated the game from the blast of the whistle we were very focused and very determined to carry the day. And by God's grace we were able to carry the day,” he told the club’s media.Gold Stars started strong and their pressure paid off in the 38th minute when Sanou Razak finished calmly to give the Miners the lead. They stayed disciplined throughout, reducing Karela United’s threats and keeping control.Amankwah’s players showed great belief and worked hard to secure the points. The win is a big boost as they prepare for a week 11 match against Nations FC. Another victory could push them higher up the table as they continue their title defence

Italian sports minister Andrea Abodi is confident an agreement will be reached to grant Gennaro Gattuso a short training camp in early February, but stresses that Serie A fixtures will not be shifted to make it happen.

Black Stars held their final training session on Monday ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly against South Korea at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.Nineteen players trained under head coach Otto Addo and his technical team, preparing for a crucial match following last Friday’s 2-0 loss to Japan.The squad has been hit hard by injuries, with Francis Abu, Antoine Semenyo, and Mohammed Salisu ruled out. Key players Mohammed Kudus, Thomas Partey, and captain Jordan Ayew also did not travel, leaving Addo to rely on the players available in Seoul.Despite these absences, the team is focused on putting in a strong performance against South Korea. Both matches on the Asia tour are part of the Black Stars’ preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, Canada, and the United States, giving the squad a chance to build cohesion and fine-tune their approach ahead of next year’s tournament.Addo is counting on the remaining players to step up and deliver a competitive showing, looking to bounce back after the defeat to Japan and gain momentum for the World Cup qualifiers.

Asante Kotoko captain Samba O’Neil has stressed the importance of winning their outstanding league match against Young Apostles after back-to-back draws in the Ghana Premier League.The Porcupine Warriors, after securing a delightful 1-0 win over bitter rivals Hearts of Oak, have failed to win any of their last two matches.On Sunday, the Reds were held to a 1-1 draw by Aduana FC in their Week 10 league fixture played at Baba Yara Sports Stadium.Speaking in a post-match interview, Samba O’Neil, who was named Man of the Match, admitted that the result was not the best.He wants the team to continue working hard to improve to ensure they return to winning ways in their next match against Young Apostles.“We are playing at home, so we wanted to win. The result is not good for us. We wanted to win, that’s why we fought hard.“Every day we need to improve. In that game against Young Apostles, we need to win, so we need to improve to do that,” Samba O’Neil said.The outstanding Week 6 league fixture between Asante Kotoko and Young Apostles will kick off at 3 pm on Wednesday, November 19.

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Roberto De Zerbi says Gennaro Gattuso is the right man to guide Italy through a difficult moment and insists there is “nobody better” to take the Azzurri to the 2026 World Cup.

Manchester United are moving in fast to beat Liverpool to the signing of Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton. 

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.

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.

Juventus are preparing to resume work at Continassa as the squad filters back from international duty, with attention immediately turning to Saturday’s trip to face Fiorentina.

Quick take: Touchline talk: leadership changes often bring short-term energy but require time for structure. Watch for shifts in pressing triggers, build-up patterns, and set-piece routines. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official sources.

Milan are being linked with a sensational move for Thiago Silva, with La Repubblica claiming the Rossoneri are weighing up the idea of bringing the 41-year-old centre-back back to San Siro in January.

Inter can breathe a sigh of relief after tests confirmed that Denzel Dumfries is not carrying a serious injury, despite returning early from international duty with the Netherlands ahead of this weekend’s Derby della Madonnina.

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.

Juventus are bracing for a difficult trip to Florence on Saturday and with Dusan Vlahović a major doubt, Luciano Spalletti is doubling down on the one player he trusts most: Kenan Yildiz.