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Great Olympics

Also known as: Accra Great Olympics

Great Olympics — former Premier League club competing in the 2026/27 Division One League Zone Three for promotion to the top flight.

2026-05-302026-08-25

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Kotoko won the inaugural edition against Hearts, while the Phobians are the defending champions after beating Great Olympics last year.

    Military High Command receives Democracy Cup trophy ahead of Friday’s showdown
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    Two-time Ghana Premier League champions, Great Olympics, will also begin their Zone Three campaign at home, taking on Attram de Visser.

    Semper Fi, Olympics, Inter Allies headline intriguing DOL Zone 3 fixtures
  4. The Ghanaian Times

    Two-time Ghana Premier League champions, Great Olympics, will also begin their Zone Three campaign at home, taking on Attram de Visser.

    Semper Fi, Olympics, Inter Allies headline intriguing DOL Zone 3 fixtures
  5. July 2026
  6. Joy Online

    Speaking to Luv FM, the former Accra Great Olympics General Manager stated that the proposal could lead to over-commercialisation of football.

    We should not over-commercialise football – Eric Alagidede
  7. Joy Online

    The former Accra Great Olympics General Manager believes that the proposal could lead to over-commercialisation of football, similar to past issues with FIFA.

    GFA should reject FIFA’s World Cup sale proposal – Eric Alagidede
  8. June 2026
  9. Joy Online

    In 2020, he signed for Accra Great Olympics and gradually established himself as one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the Ghana Premier League.

    Benjamin Asare: From late bloomer to Black Stars’ rising wall
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    The Black Stars remain second in Group L, level on points with England (four points) and the former Great Olympics goalkeeper would be expected to retain his place in goal for the decisive fixture against Croatia at the Philadelphia Stadium on Saturday.

    Queiroz hails Asare’s exploits against England
  11. Joy Online

    Discovered in 2017 by Oloboi Commodore, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Great Olympics, he spent years toiling in Ghana’s lower leagues before making his top-flight breakthrough.

    From career-threatening injury to Ghana’s World Cup heroics : Benjamin Asare’s miracle rise
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    Also in attendance were former Asante Kotoko and Great Olympics coach, Orlando Wellington; former Hearts of Oak striker, Sowah Ghartey; and many other football personalities.

    Retired footballers pay last respect to ex Zebi FC, Gt. Olympics star Quartey-Papafio
  13. May 2026
  14. Business & Financial Times

    Hearts of Oak remain the most successful club in FA Cup history with 11 titles, closely followed by Asante Kotoko with 10, while Real Republicans and Great Olympics have won four and three titles respectively.

    Dreams FC, Nations FC Set for epic 2025/26 MTN FA Cup final showdown at UG Stadium
Sport

Parliament showcases Democracy Cup trophy to military ahead of clash

The News

A Parliamentary delegation led by the Clerk to Parliament visited the Military High Command on Monday to present the Democracy Cup trophy ahead of Friday's match at Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The trophy tour is part of the build-up to the third edition of the competition, which aims to promote democratic governance through football.

15 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Parliament showcases Democracy Cup trophy to military ahead of clash

    A Parliamentary delegation led by the Clerk to Parliament visited the Military High Command on Monday to present the Democracy Cup trophy ahead of Friday's match at Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The trophy tour is part of the build-up to the third edition of the competition, which aims to promote democratic governance through football.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online

Thursday 20 August

  1. Football Association confirms 2026/27 DOL Zone Three fixtures

    The Football Association has announced the fixtures for the 2026/27 Division One League Zone Three, with Semper Fi FC (last season's runners-up), Great Olympics, and other former Premier League clubs competing for promotion. Clubs including debutants 7th Wave FC and Nukunu FC begin their campaigns, with promotion to the Premier League the prize for success.

    20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 19 August

  1. DOL Zone 3 fixtures announced for 2026/27 season

    The Football Association has confirmed fixtures for the 2026/27 Division One League Zone Three season, featuring former Premier League clubs including Semper Fi FC, Accra Lions, and Great Olympics, alongside newcomers and promotion hopefuls competing for a place in the top flight.

    19 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 31 July

  1. FIFA's World Cup privatization plan risks over-commercializing football

    Football administrator Eric Alagidede has opposed FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in World Cup competitions to private investors through a new commercial subsidiary, arguing that excessive commercialization could make the sport unaffordable for ordinary fans and that funds may not be used as intended.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. GFA should reject FIFA's World Cup investor plan, says administrator

    Football administrator Eric Alagidede has urged the Ghana Football Association to reject FIFA's plans to sell stakes in World Cup competitions to private investors, warning that the proposal could lead to over-commercialisation of football and make it expensive for fans to watch.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 27 June

  1. Benjamin Asare: Late-bloomer goalkeeper rising through Black Stars ranks

    Benjamin Asare, a 33-year-old goalkeeper, has emerged as a prominent figure in Ghanaian football after a late-career rise, earning a maiden call-up to the Black Stars following his move to Accra Hearts of Oak in July 2024 and notable performances in domestic competition.

    27 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. Queiroz praises Asare after Ghana's goalless draw with England

    Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz praised goalkeeper Benjamin Asare for his outstanding performance in the Black Stars' goalless draw with England at Boston Stadium, including key saves such as denying Bukayo Saka, and emphasized that the result reflected collective team effort.

    26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Ghanaian goalkeeper Benjamin Asare shines at 2026 World Cup

    Benjamin Asare, a 33-year-old Hearts of Oak goalkeeper, has emerged as Ghana's standout player at the World Cup, producing back-to-back clean sheets against Panama and England, including six saves and shutting out England's attack including Harry Kane in his first two World Cup appearances. His rise comes after an ankle injury in 2021 during a city derby that sidelined him for 18 months, nearly ending his career.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Retired footballers honour deceased Zebi FC, Great Olympics star Quartey-Papafio

    Andrew Quartey-Papafio, a former defender who played for Zebi FC and Accra Great Olympics, has died at 65. Football legends and former teammates gathered in Accra to pay their respects, remembering him as a commanding defender and the chair of Zebi United and friends, a social group of retired footballers.

    24 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 30 May

  1. Dreams FC, Nations FC contest 2025/26 MTN FA Cup final

    Dreams FC and Nations FC will compete in the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup final at the University of Ghana Stadium on May 31, 2026. Nations FC, which was relegated from the Ghana Premier League, reached the final for the first time in club history.

    30 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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