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Sports Minister Kofi Adams has shared his disappointment about the current state of Ghana’s colts and local football league, describing the situation as worrying but showing hope for gradual improvement.The Minister reflected on the challenges facing youth and domestic football, particularly in terms of funding and management. He also highlighted the money the clubs got ahead of the 2025/26 season."I …

Hohoe United striker Francis Odoom has stressed that he is determined to score against his former club Dreams FC when the two teams lock horns in the Ghana Premier League on Sunday, November 16.The forward, who has just one goal in six games, has faced criticism from fans in the last few matches over his inability to convert chances.Speaking in …

The head coach of Hohoe United, Tijani Bashiru, is confident his team has the quality to overcome Dreams FC on Sunday when the two teams clash in Week 10 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. Speaking in his pre-match interview, the gaffer emphasised that his team will do everything to keep a clean sheet en route to bagging the maximum …

Cagliari have finally received approval to begin building their new stadium, which will be named after club and Italy legend Gigi Riva, after 10 years of red tape. The project has been over a decade in the making, and requires the demolition of the now derelict Stadio Sant’Elia, to build a new venue on the same ground. It is hoped …

Leeds United are reportedly interested in signing the Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. The 20-year-old is highly rated in England, and he has a bright future. However, he has struggled for regular opportunities at Manchester United. Mainoo needs to leave the club to play more often, and Leeds could be prepared to provide him with an exit route. It will …

The AFCON 2025 Local Organizing Committee has launched a nationwide program to get all Moroccans involved in the excitement of African football ahead of the tournament.The initiative, which began on November 11 and will run for 30 days, spans Morocco’s 12 regions and more than 60 municipalities, with the first events held in Tahannaout and Boufakrane.At each stage, members of …

The head coach of Hohoe United, Tijani Bashiru, has assured supporters that his team's performance will be much better after Week 10 of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season. After nine games in the league, the team from Hohoe sits 11th in the table, having only amassed 10 points on the back of two wins, four draws, and three defeats.Speaking ahead of …

New Fiorentina director of sport Roberto Goretti denies that Stefano Pioli demanded payment to leave. ‘He just believed that he could turn the situation around.’ The club held a press conference today to present new coach Paolo Vanoli, although he has already overseen his first match with a 2-2 Serie A draw away to Genoa last Sunday. You can read …

Newcastle United are interested in signing the Everton midfielder James Garner. The 24-year-old will be out of contract at the end of the season, and Everton have not been able to agree on a new deal with him yet. According to Football Insider, Newcastle are scouting the player regularly and they are hoping to sign him on a bargain. It …

Manchester United continue to be linked with a move for the Atletico midfielder Conor Gallagher. The 25-year-old has been linked with a return to the Premier League after struggling for regular opportunities at the Spanish club. According to Fichajes, Manchester United would be willing to spend close to €50 million to get the deal done. They need more quality and …

Gian Piero Gasperini urges Roma fans to ‘keep dreaming’ of the Scudetto as they sit on top of the Serie A table. ‘We have to enjoy the moment.’ The Giallorossi jumped to the joint leadership spot alongside Inter, as both teams have eight wins and three defeats in the league so far this season. These are better results than they …

Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in the West Ham United attacker Jarrod Bowen. The England International has been linked with a move away from West Ham in the past as well. However, a report from Football Insider claims that he is considered untouchable at the London club and they are unlikely to sanction his departure. Pete O’Rourke explained: “He’s …

Gennaro Gattuso is impressed with Federico Dimarco’s development at Inter and reveals Guglielmo Vicario will be among those starting for Italy against Moldova. It kicks off at the Stadionul Zimbru in Chisinau on Thursday at 19.45 GMT. This is the penultimate game in Group I, as the Azzurri go head-to-head with Norway on Sunday at San Siro. “There are no …

Manchester United are interested in signing the Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos. The Brazilian midfielder has been linked with a move away from the London club, and Manchester United are hoping to secure his signature. They have identified multiple options to improve the midfield unit, and Santos is among the names on the shortlist, according to Fichajes. The Brazilian is reportedly …

Soccer Football – Brasileiro Championship – Palmeiras v Internacional – Allianz Parque, Sao Paulo, Brazil – September 13, 2025 Palmeiras' Vitor Roque celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates REUTERS/Thiago Bernardes Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Palmeiras forward Vitor Roque. The player has enjoyed a career revival since returning to his home land after a failed stint with Barcelona. The 20-year-old has …