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President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has described the Black Stars failure to qualify for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the lowest point of his career. For the first time in two decades, Ghana failed to reach the continental showpiece, which will be staged in Morocco later this year. The disappointment drew widespread criticism of …

Asante Kotoko captain Samba O'Neil has apologised to the fans of the club following the elimination from the CAF Confederation Cup. The Porcupine Warriors' hopes of making it to the group phase of the competition were dashed after suffering a 6-1 aggregate scoreline against Wydad Athletic Club.Kotoko suffered a 1-0 defeat in the first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium in the second …

Santiago Gimenez has not scored in a Serie A game since May and has only netted once in 10 appearances across all competitions this season. Mexico international Gimenez is struggling to match his €32m price tag at Milan, having only netted seven times in 29 appearances across all competitions since joining the Rossoneri in the January transfer window. The 24-year-old …

Milan legend Alessandro Costacurta argues that the Rossoneri tend to be less focused and clinical against teams in the bottom half of the table: ‘It’s an error they must not repeat.’ Milan were held to a 2-2 draw by newly promoted side Pisa at San Siro on Friday night, missing the chance to move four points clear of second-placed Napoli, …

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has delivered a sobering injury update ahead of the club’s next fixtures, particularly against Brentford on Saturday, confirming a fresh setback and a handful of lingering doubts. Speaking about the current state of his squad, Slot revealed that Jeremie Frimpong has suffered a hamstring problem that rules him out for at least the next two matchdays, …

Federico Chiesa has won the Liverpool Player of the Month Award for September, and his performances this season suggest he’s ready to wear the Azzurri shirt again. Chiesa has not played for the Italy national team since June 2024, when the Azzurri were eliminated from Euro 2024 Round of 16 at the hands of Switzerland. Chiesa spent the following summer …

Napoli-Inter at 18:00: top spot at stake The winner overtakes Conte and Chivu at the Scudetto exam. Champions still without Hojlund. Nerazzurri with Lautaro and Bonny. Milan for a headache Incredible draw against a good Pisa, no runaway: +2. Leao illudes, the Devil goes down, and Athekame saves it at minute ’93. Allegri: ‘We had to kill it off.’ Tudor …

Bayern Munich’s production line has delivered another headline act. At just 17 years old, right-winger Lennart Karl announced himself on the biggest stage with a composed finish against Club Brugge in the Champions League. Representatives from Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City were in attendance to watch the youngster, sources close to the agents industry have confirmed to CaughtOffside. Karl’s emergence …

Rúben Amorim has offered an emphatic vote of confidence in young goalkeeper Senne Lammens, praising the Belgian’s temperament and impact during a delicate period for the club. Amid persistent noise about the goalkeeping hierarchy and external speculation over potential changes between the posts, Amorim highlighted Lammens’ ability to stay calm, adapt quickly and perform with maturity beyond his years. For …

Eberechi Eze has opened up about one of the biggest transfer decisions of his career, revealing that a potential move to Tottenham was on the table before Arsenal’s interest completely changed the picture. Speaking in an exclusive interview with The Athletic, the English midfielder admitted that once the Gunners made their approach, there was only ever going to be one …

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, on Friday, October 24, 2025, led the staff of the Association and several senior executives to a special thanksgiving service at the Imam Malik Hamburg Mosque in Maamobi to express gratitude to Allah for the Black Stars qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event formed part of the …

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has moved to calm growing speculation surrounding Mohamed Salah’s recent dip in form, insisting that the Egyptian star’s track record speaks for itself. The Dutch coach remains confident that his talismanic forward will rediscover his scoring touch soon, emphasising that Salah’s consistency and professionalism leave little reason for concern. Speaking ahead of Liverpool’s match against Brentford, …

Libyan powerhouse Al Ahly Benghazi have completed the signing of Asante Kotoko forward Albert Amoah in a deal that takes immediate effect, the club confirmed on Friday.The 23-year-old attacker has been in scintillating form for the Porcupine Warriors since joining from Accra Great Olympics ahead of last season, emerging as one of the most consistent performers in the Ghana Premier …

Karela United will look to return to winning ways when they host Bechem United at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2025.The Pride and Passion got off to a promising start to the campaign but are winless in their last three matches which leaves them in 9th position in the league standings.Nurudeen Amadu and his charges will …

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.