… On the evening of 9 May 2001, more than thirty thousand supporters packed the Accra Sports Stadium for a Premier League fixture between Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko, arguably the most passionate rivalry in African football. …
… It’s been 25 years since Africa’s deadliest stadium disaster occurred on May 9, 2001, at the Accra Sports Stadium, where 126 people died in a stampede during a football match between Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko. …
… Hearts of Oak’s Solomon Agbesi leads the new faces in the goalkeeping department, while Medeama’s high-scoring Salim Adams has also been invited for the game. …
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The Ghana Football Association has confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season will begin the weekend of September 4–7, 2026, and run until May 28–31, 2027, featuring 18 clubs competing for the league title, continental qualification, and top-flight survival. Defending champions Medeama SC will face competition from established clubs Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, while newly promoted sides Debibi United, FC AshantiGold04, and Port City FC seek to establish themselves in the top flight.
The Ghana Football Association has confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season will begin the weekend of September 4–7, 2026, and run until May 28–31, 2027, featuring 18 clubs competing for the league title, continental qualification, and top-flight survival. Defending champions Medeama SC will face competition from established clubs Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, while newly promoted sides Debibi United, FC AshantiGold04, and Port City FC seek to establish themselves in the top flight.
Ghana goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been awarded a JAC Motors vehicle valued at US$38,000 after being recognised as the best locally based player in Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup squad. Asare, who plays for Hearts of Oak, started two matches and kept clean sheets in both, including a goalless draw against England.
FIFA has closed a case involving former Hearts of Oak coach Rene Hiddink following full settlement of amounts owed to him, and has lifted all registration restrictions previously imposed on the club.
South African coach Eric Tinkler, appointed to rebuild Asante Kotoko after a difficult campaign, says he is motivated by challenging roles and has experience guiding teams through relegation battles and building competitive squads. Kotoko finished eighth in the league last season and will face Hearts of Oak in the Democracy Cup on August 28.
Asante Kotoko Board Chairman James Osei Brown has urged the club's players to move past last season's disappointments and focus on the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League campaign, citing the club's appointment of new Head Coach Eric Tinkler and other personnel changes as part of efforts to strengthen the squad.
Hearts of Oak announced their withdrawal from this year's GHALCA Top-4 Tournament, citing scheduling conflicts with preparations for the Ghana Premier League season. FC Samartex, who finished fifth in the league last season, has been named as their replacement for the tournament scheduled from 26 to 30 August.
Dreams FC has emerged as Ghana's highest-ranked club in the latest CAF club rankings, occupying 32nd position following their campaign in the CAF Confederation Cup, while traditional powerhouses Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko are absent from the list.
Ghana champions Medeama SC will face TP Mazembe of DR Congo in a two-legged preliminary-stage match in the CAF Champions League, with the first leg at Medeama's TnA Stadium in Tarkwa and the return in Kinshasa. The first preliminary round is scheduled for September 4–6 (first legs) and September 11–13 (return fixtures).
Hearts of Oak have unveiled their official home jersey for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season, featuring a dominant purple colour with red and yellow patterns. The design combines the club's traditional colours with contemporary styling as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
Hearts of Oak have appointed former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Kingson as goalkeepers' coach as the club rebuilds ahead of the 2026/27 season, following two trophyless campaigns and the earlier hiring of Serbian head coach Nebojsa Kapor. The 47-year-old brings over 90 caps for Ghana and World Cup experience to the technical team.
Hearts of Oak have appointed former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Kingson as the club's goalkeepers' coach on a two-year deal, reuniting him with the club where he began his career before playing across Europe and earning more than 90 international caps.
The Ghana Football Association confirmed the 2026/27 Premier League season schedule, with Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak's first Super Clash meeting on Matchday 13 (December 4–7, 2026) and the return fixture on Matchday 30 (April 30–May 3, 2027).
The Ghana Football Association has unveiled the 2026-27 Ghana Premier League fixtures, featuring reigning champions Medeama SC opening with an away trip to Dreams FC, newly promoted Debibi United FC making their debut at home against Asante Kotoko SC, and confirmed dates for the Super Clash between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak.
Hearts of Oak have dismissed media reports of a transfer valuation placed on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following his performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, stating no official asking price has been set, though the club remains open to considering offers that benefit both player and club.
Former Hearts of Oak boss Mas-Ud Didi Dramani provides a tactical breakdown of England and Argentina's strategies ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final clash on Wednesday, with the winner to face Spain in the final.
Hearts of Oak are in advanced negotiations to appoint Bosnian tactician Nebojša Kapor as head coach, with the club aiming to finalise paperwork before the upcoming football season. Former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Olele Kingston is also tipped to join Kapor's technical team as goalkeeper trainer.
Mas-Ud Didi Dramani offers a tactical analysis of the 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on Tuesday, detailing France's offensive formation and defensive strategy with focus on their midfield rotation and counter-attacking strengths.
Accra Hearts of Oak's Board of Directors inspected the club's technical centre at Kpobiman on Sunday to assess readiness for pre-season and review the restructured academy system. The Hearts Africa Football Academy will serve as permanent home for the club's youth teams and administrative headquarters, with the Board Chairman emphasising the need for proper maintenance and promising completion of remaining infrastructure including an on-site hotel and event centre.
Sylvester Nii Sabahn Quaye, former team manager of Hearts of Oak and the Black Stars, has passed away following a prolonged illness. The veteran administrator was recognized for his decades of service to Ghanaian football and held administrative positions at several clubs including Legon Cities FC.
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.
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.
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz criticised VAR officials after his team's goalless draw with England, claiming they missed a clear penalty and red card when substitute Prince Adu was brought down by goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the second half.
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.
Former Ghanaian footballers and supporters expect the Black Stars to begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group L campaign with a victory over Panama, though some acknowledge the match will be competitive.
Medeama SC claimed the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League title with 62 points, narrowly ahead of Gold Stars FC on 60 points. Nations FC, Hohoe United and Eleven Wonders were relegated, while Swedru All Blacks retained their Premier League status after promotion.
Hearts of Oak defeated Ghana Premier League champions Medeama SC 4-2 in their final Matchday 34 match, with Mawuli Wayo scoring twice and an own goal from Jacob Amu Mensah contributing to the win. Nations FC, Eleven Wonders, and Hohoe United were relegated from the league.
Ghanaian coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor has led Kenyan football club Gor Mahia to win the 2025/26 FKF Premier League title with two matches remaining, claiming their record 22nd league championship after rivals AFC Leopards lost to APS Bomet.
Ghana's largely Ghana Premier League and U-23 squad fell 2-0 to Mexico in a friendly in Puebla, with interim coach Desmond Offei using the match to evaluate fringe players ahead of 2026 World Cup preparations.