… As part of their preparations, the Kumasi giants are set to face arch-rivals, Hearts of Oak, in the 2026 Democracy Cup, which will provide Eric Tinkler with an opportunity to assess his squad ahead of the competitive season. …
Hearts of Oak will not participate in this year’s GHALCA Top-4 Tournament after the club decided that the competition’s schedule does not fit with its preparations for the new Ghana Premier League season. …
Dreams FC players Dreams FC have emerged as Ghana’s highest-ranked club in the latest Confederation of African Football (CAF) club rankings ahead of the 2026/27 season, while traditional giants Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko failed to make the continental list. …
… Meanwhile, Dreams FC have emerged as Ghana’s highest-ranked club in the latest Confederation of African Football (CAF) club rankings ahead of the 2026/27 season, while traditional giants, Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko, failed to make the continental list. …
The new jersey Hearts of Oak have unveiled their official home jersey for the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season as the club gears up for the new campaign. …
Hearts of Oak have appointed former Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Kingson as the club’s new goalkeepers’ coach as the Phobians continue their rebuilding process ahead of the 2026/27 season. …
The countdown to Ghana’s biggest football spectacle has officially begun after the Football Association confirmed the dates for the two Super Clash meetings between Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak in the 2026/27 Premier League season. …
… In Accra, Hearts of Oak welcome Berekum Chelsea to the capital as the Phobians begin another quest to reclaim the league title, while Basake Holy Stars host Swedru All Blacks in another intriguing Matchday One fixture. …
Benjamin Asare Hearts of Oak have dismissed reports claiming the club has placed a transfer valuation on goalkeeper Benjamin Asare following his impressive performances for Ghana at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. …
Ghana's Black Maidens will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco (October 17), their seventh appearance. The team returns after being absent from the last three editions due to a 2022 qualifying loss to Morocco and subsequent bans for age cheating.
Ghana's Black Maidens will compete in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco (October 17), their seventh appearance. The team returns after being absent from the last three editions due to a 2022 qualifying loss to Morocco and subsequent bans for age cheating.
Heart of Lions secured their first home victory of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season by defeating FC AshantiGold 3-2 at the Kpando Sports Stadium in Matchweek Five. Despite playing with ten men after a red card in the 37th minute, Lions held on to claim all three points.
Hearts of Oak travel to Dreams FC on Saturday looking to bounce back from a late defeat to Karela United that ended their unbeaten start. Dreams have won none of their opening four matches with just one point and nine conceded goals, while Vision FC host Gold Stars in Tema seeking a return to winning ways.
The Ghana Premier League returns for Match Day 5, with clubs competing to build momentum and shape the early-season picture. Vision FC will host Bibiani Gold Stars on Saturday, October 3, while other fixtures are scheduled as teams chase crucial points.
Asante Kotoko will host Karela United on October 1 in a Ghana Premier League fixture, with Hamza Obeng overseeing the team on an interim basis following Eric Tinkler's departure. Kotoko have won just one of their opening four matches and seek recovery after a 2-0 home loss to Aduana FC.
Eric Tinkler has left Asante Kotoko after three months, just four Ghana Premier League matches, citing personal reasons. The 54-year-old's departure follows a 2-0 defeat to Aduana FC that left Kotoko ninth in the league table.
South African coach Eric Tinkler has left Asante Kotoko after three months, with the club accepting his request to depart for personal reasons. Tinkler oversaw four Ghana Premier League matches during his tenure, which began in July, and departed a day after Kotoko's 2-0 defeat to Aduana FC left them ninth in the league table.
Karela United defeated Hearts of Oak 1-0 at Aliu Mahama Stadium to end the league leaders' unbeaten run. Coach Nurudeen Amadu said the victory will boost his side's morale ahead of their next Ghana Premier League match against Asante Kotoko on October 1.
Kojo Addae Mensah says he anticipated Eric Tinkler's departure from Asante Kotoko after two months, attributing it to cultural shock from differences in football infrastructure and playing surfaces between South Africa and Ghana.
Mohammed Zaidan scored in the 88th minute to give Karela United a 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak on Matchday 4, ending the Phobians' unbeaten start to the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.
Asante Kotoko have parted ways with head coach Eric Tinkler effective immediately, a day after losing 2-0 to Aduana FC. Tinkler, appointed in July, cited personal reasons for his departure after four Ghana Premier League matches and winning the Democracy Cup.
Mohammed Zaidan scored in the 88th minute to hand Karela United a 1-0 victory over Hearts of Oak, ending the Phobians' unbeaten start to the Premier League season at Matchday Four.
Karela United will host unbeaten Hearts of Oak at the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale on Matchday Four of the Ghana Premier League. Karela seek a response after two defeats in three matches, while Hearts of Oak arrive unbeaten with two wins and a draw.
Veteran coach Joseph Emmanuel Sarpong has criticised the limited inclusion of Ghana Premier League players in Carlos Queiroz's 24-man Black Stars squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with only Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare selected as a home-based player. Sarpong argues that deserving domestic players are denied international opportunities while players who later succeed abroad are eventually called up.
Bechem United head coach Mohammed Bashar Ogba said Hearts of Oak were fortunate to escape defeat in their 0-0 draw at the University of Ghana Stadium, claiming his team should have won the Matchday 3 clash. Ogba noted that Hearts have never beaten any team under his management and cited his previous victories over the club with other sides.
Hearts of Oak dropped points for the first time this season in a goalless draw with Bechem United, while Asante Kotoko and Samartex drew 1–1. Samartex moved into second place level on points with Hearts.
Hearts of Oak face Bechem United on Matchday Three of the Ghana Premier League, aiming for a third consecutive victory after winning their opening two matches and topping the table. Coach Nebojsa Kapor expressed confidence in maintaining the team's winning streak, citing high morale following the Bibiani derby victory.
The Ghana Football Association has rejected suggestions that the preliminary-round exits of Medeama SC and Nations FC from CAF competitions demonstrate weakness in the Ghana Premier League, arguing that a domestic league's strength cannot be judged solely by continental performance.
The Ghana Football Association has charged Bibiani GoldStars FC Chief Executive Officer Kwasi Adu over comments about match officials following his side's 2-1 Ghana Premier League defeat by Hearts of Oak, alleging the remarks constituted improper conduct capable of bringing the league into disrepute. Adu has until Wednesday, September 16, 2026, to respond to the charge.
The Ghana Football Association says the preliminary-round exits of defending GPL champions Medeama SC and FA Cup winners Nations FC from CAF inter-club competitions do not reflect weakness in the domestic league. GFA Communications Director Henry Asante Twum argued that poor African performance by individual clubs does not indicate league quality, citing PSG's success in a non-elite European league as comparison.
Berekum Chelsea recorded their first win of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season with a 3-1 victory over Dreams FC at Golden City Park on Sunday, with goals from Abubakari Seidu, Jonah Attuquaye, and Marvin Owusu.
Hearts of Oak came from a goal down to defeat Bibiani GoldStars 2-1 in their second Ghana Premier League game of the 2026/27 season, moving to the top of the table with back-to-back wins. Kwame Poku put GoldStars ahead in the 11th minute before Yaw Amankwa Baafi and Henry Kwaku Boateng scored for Hearts in the second half.
Nations FC host Malian side FC Diarra in Sunday's CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round second leg at the Accra Sports Stadium, trailing 1-0 from the first leg and needing at least two goals to advance. Coach Zdravko Logarusic's side will look to exploit home advantage and attacking creativity against a resolute Diarra defence that is expected to sit deep.
A personal essay argues that the rise of betting sites in Ghana has intensified fan engagement with football, with viewers now watching full matches and analyzing detailed statistics rather than merely checking scores. The author cites observations from Accra and Kumasi, including increased attendance at sports bars and detailed performance discussions among fans.
Hearts of Oak head coach Nebojsa Kapor vowed a "serious performance" against Bibiani GoldStars in their Ghana Premier League matchday fixture, seeking back-to-back victories after beating Berekum Chelsea, though GoldStars remain undefeated at Duns Park in their last four meetings against the Phobians.
Nations FC host Malian side FC Diarra in the second leg of the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round on Sunday, trailing 1-0 from the first leg and needing at least two unanswered goals to advance.
President Mahama has raised concerns over poor refereeing and match manipulation in Ghana football, warning that questionable officiating is destroying confidence in the Ghana Premier League, driving supporters away from stadiums and hurting club revenues. He told the GFA and referees' body that restoring confidence in refereeing and ensuring matches are decided on merit must become a priority.
President John Dramani Mahama assured Ghanaian football clubs competing in African tournaments of government support through a newly established Sports Development Fund, noting that Ghana's fortunes in club football have declined and the country must rebuild strong teams capable of competing on the continent.
Hearts of Oak striker John Antwi hopes to be called up to the Black Stars after scoring twice in Hearts' 4-0 opening win over Berekum Chelsea. Head coach Carlos Queiroz is expected to name his squad in coming days for September 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
Hearts of Oak head coach Nebojsa Kapor has backed midfielder Alex Banso to become a future star of Ghana football, urging fans and media to give the youngster time to develop. Banso impressed in Hearts' 4-0 victory over Berekum Chelsea with an assist, and Kapor praised his versatility, composure, and calm demeanor.