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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. Continental stakes raise the intensity, where away goals no longer apply but margins still feel razor thin. We’ll keep an eye on confirmed details as the story develops from official …

Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has lamented Ghana’s absence from the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, describing the tournament without the Black Stars as “a car without an engine.”The legislator expressed his disappointment over the team’s failure to qualify, attributing it to a lack of preparation and seriousness from those responsible. Ghana finished bottom of their qualifying group, which included Angola, Sudan, and Niger, with Angola and Sudan advancing to the finals in Morocco.Speaking on Sporty FM’s Drive Time Show, Boamah said it would be disheartening to watch the competition without Ghana’s national anthem being played."That you’ll be watching AFCON without the national anthem being played, while anthems of other countries are being played… It’s painful," he said. "Because we were ill-prepared and not serious at the time."He, however, believes the setback should serve as an opportunity for reflection and rebuilding."Maybe it’s a good thing for us to use this time to assess our players in Europe, Africa, and Asia, and rebuild a strong and attractive national team," he added.The Black Stars have since redeemed themselves by qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

[caption id="attachment_1236039" align="alignnone" width="640"] 3F Superliga slutspils kamp mellem Brndby IF og Randers FC den 21. april 2025 p Brndby Stadion. Foto: Mikkel Johansen[/caption]Danish-Ghanaian midfielder Noah Nartey delivered a fine assist to help Brndby IF secure a convincing 41 win over Odense Boldklub in the Danish Superligaen on Monday evening at Nature Energy Park.Nartey, who started and lasted the full 90 minutes, impressed fans with his composed play and creativity. His precise pass in the 17th minute found Benjamin Tahirovic, who calmly slotted home to open the scoring for the visitors.Brndby continued their dominance as Nicolai Vallys doubled the lead in the 31st minute before Marko Divkovic made it three just before halftime. Despite a red card to Daniel Wass in the 76th minute, the visitors kept their momentum, with Filip Bundgaard adding a fourth in the 80th minute.OB managed a late consolation through James Gomez deep into stoppage time, but it was too little, too late.Brndbys 41 triumph keeps them in strong form ahead of their DBU Pokalen clash against Nordsjlland on October 30.

Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo celebrates scoring with Justin Kluivert and Evanilson. (REUTERS/Ian Walton)

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has opened up on his admiration for Ivorian teenager Christ Inao Oulai.Oulai, 19, currently plays for Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor and is regarded as one of the most promising young talents in the division.According to Essien, who formerly played for Chelsea, he hopes to see Christ Inao Oulai playing for the English Premier League side in the future."I started following the Turkish Super League thanks to Christ Inao Oulaï, and I can say I'm a fan.“He's a top-level midfielder, and he's only 19 years old. I hope to see him one day wearing the Chelsea jersey,” Michael Essien told Sky Sports.Christ Inao Oulai was in action for Trabzonspor over the weekend and scored to seal a 2-0 victory for the team against Eyupspor.He now has one goal and two assists after making four appearances in the Turkish top-flight league in the ongoing 2025/26 season.

Black Stars captain Andre Ayew has urged the Black Queens to remain focused on their legacy and national pride amid the ongoing standoff over unpaid bonuses.Ayew visited the team at their base in Accra on Monday to show solidarity and motivate the players ahead of Tuesday’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier second leg against Egypt.In his address, the former Ghana captain reminded the Queens of their impressive achievement at the 2024 WAFCON in Morocco, where they finished third to earn a return to the continental stage."You guys did something great a few months ago at the WAFCON," Ayew said, as quoted by Sporty FM. "It’s important that you don’t let this legacy be erased by noise and outside people talking [about unpaid bonuses]."He also appealed to the players to stay united and focused on the bigger picture. "I’ve been there as a player, and you are building something the Black Queens have never had. Don’t tarnish what you’ve achieved because of money. Yes, money is important, I’ll be the first to say that, but it’s about national pride."The Black Queens, who had boycotted training over unpaid $9,500 bonuses, have since resumed preparations...

Sky Sport Italia suggests that Juventus could meet face-to-face with Luciano Spalletti to discuss a potential appointment as Bianconeri head coach on Tuesday, and that the Old Lady are planning to offer a short-term contract with an option to renew. 

Medeama SC attacker Abdul Salam admitted that their narrow 1-0 victory over Swedru All Blacks was hard-fought but showed his side’s resilience.The Ghana Premier League leaders edged past All Blacks thanks to a 75th-minute strike from Kamaradini Mamudu. Despite the win, Salam acknowledged that the encounter was far from easy."The match was very tough. But like our slogan says we never give up. We didn’t give up and we managed to get the win. They really gave us a match. We will learn from our mistakes and up our game going forward," he said.Medeama currently lead the league table with 16 points, holding a narrow one-point advantage over Aduana Stars in second place. Their next challenge will be an away fixture against Hohoe United, who sit 10th with eight points.In their last five matches, Medeama have recorded three wins, one draw, and one loss, while Hohoe United have managed two victories and three defeats. The upcoming clash promises another test of Medeama’s determination and focus.

Joyful atmosphere as Black Queens players, GFA President Kurt Okraku, and officials sing and dance after training session#SportyFM pic.twitter.com/BnIa8tNtiz

Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero, Dominic Solanke and Brennan Johnson. (REUTERS/Peter Powell)

Kenan Yildiz has sent his best wishes to Igor Tudor, who was sacked from his position as head coach of Juventus on Monday: ‘All the best for the future’. 

Medeama coach Ibrahim Tanko has set his sights on another solid display as his side prepares to face Hohoe United in their next league fixture.Speaking after Medeama’s narrow 1-0 win over Swedru All Blacks, Tanko stressed the importance of maintaining focus and intensity as they look to defend their spot at the top of the league. Kamaradini Mamudu’s 75th-minute strike sealed the victory that kept Medeama ahead in the title race.“We are going there to defend our position on the table. We are leading the league table so we have to prepare very well and take something from the game. That’s what we are going to do,” he said.Medeama currently sit first with 16 points, holding a slender one-point lead over Aduana Stars in second place. Their recent form has been impressive, with three wins, one draw, and one defeat in their last five matches.Hohoe United, who sit 10th with eight points, have struggled for consistency, losing three of their last five games. However, playing at home could provide the boost they need to challenge the league leaders.

Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon has expressed his support for his former colleague Luciano Spalletti, who is the current frontrunner to replace Igor Tudor as head coach of the Bianconeri. 

Medeama Sporting Club head coach Ibrahim Tanko was full of praise for his players on Sunday after their hard-fought 1-0 victory against Swedru All Blacks in the Ghana Premier League.The Tarkwa-based side hosted their opponent from Swedru at TnA Stadium on Sunday in a Week 7 encounter of the ongoing 2025/26 Ghanaian top-flight league campaign.Highly-rated defender Kamaradini Mamudu squandered a penalty kick in the first half but scored in the second half to earn all points for Medeama SC.Speaking in his post-match interview, Ibrahim Tanko shared concern about the poor performance of his players in the first half, but praised them for fighting to win the game at the end of the 90 minutes.“It was a really tough game, and I must admit this was the worst first half we played since I came here, but it’s all part of football. The most important thing is to have the three points, and this is what we have done. So, although it was hard, I congratulate the boys for fighting to get the three points,” Tanko said.Following the win against All Blacks, Medeama SC remain top of the Ghana Premier League standings after Week 7 with...