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Ghana's U-20 female football team, the Black Princesses, have returned home after exiting the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland at the group stage for the eighth consecutive time. They lost 3-0 to Ecuador, beat South Korea 3-1, and lost 4-0 to France in their three matches.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-20 female football team, the Black Princesses, have returned home after exiting the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland at the group stage for the eighth consecutive time. They lost 3-0 to Ecuador, beat South Korea 3-1, and lost 4-0 to France in their three matches.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder has backed new signing Jordan Ayew, 35, to be a success at the club after the Ghana international made his debut as a substitute in Sunday's 1-0 home defeat to Wolves. Wilder praised Ayew's experience, quality, and positivity, believing his contributions will be valuable to the team.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
Mohammed Kudus made his first Tottenham start since January in a Carabao Cup match against Liverpool after recovering from injury. Manager Roberto De Zerbi noted that the 26-year-old remains short of full match fitness, with the start representing a key step in rebuilding his condition.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
GFA President Kurt Okraku said at the launch of the 2026/27 Colts Football League that the association has invested significantly in grassroots football over six years and is committed to developing the competition, following President Mahama's recent remarks on reviving Colts football.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
Chen Yuanyu opened WTT Champions Macao on 8 September with a 3–0 victory over Omar Assar, winning 11–9, 11–7 and 11–9, with all three games decided by narrow margins.
5 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Coachhene Sports Club, a Manchester-based grassroots organization founded five years ago, visited Ghana's Sports Minister Kofi Iddie Adams to introduce itself and discuss collaboration. The club, which has placed over 40 young footballers into professional academies, recently expanded operations to Ghana to nurture local talent.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
Fifteen-year-old striker JJ Gabriel is on the verge of leaving Manchester United following issues in the relationship between his family and the club. Gabriel, who won the Premier League Under-18 Player of the Year award last term, has sent formal notice to cancel his registration with immediate effect, though United can challenge the request.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Kit Up Ghana Foundation has donated branded sports jerseys to Achimota Basic School in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service, aiming to promote sports, teamwork and holistic student development. The Foundation says sports is a tool for building unity and confidence among young people.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has submitted his squad for Ghana's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with the Ghana Football Association set to announce the final list after approval processes. Ghana will face Côte d'Ivoire in Bouaké on September 24 and host The Gambia five days later.
10 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Pro Ref has acknowledged an "error of judgement" in VAR's decision to allow Erling Haaland's winning goal for Manchester City in their derby victory over Manchester United, saying the video assistant referee should have recommended an on-field review because of questions over whether Enzo Fernandez, in an offside position, had interfered with play.
10 hours ago · Daily Guide →
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.
10 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Football Association will launch the 2026/27 Colts Football Season on September 15 at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. President John Dramani Mahama backed the initiative as a means to rebuild youth pathways and provide young players opportunities to develop talent and gain international experience.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Maidens have departed Accra for Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire, ahead of the 2026 WAFU B U17 Girls Cup beginning September 15. A squad of 20 players and the technical team left on Sunday as Ghana aims to defend the title.
10 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The Accra Sports Stadium has been cleared by CAF to host international matches and will serve as the home venue for Niger and Somalia's 2027 AFCON Qualifiers games, according to the National Sports Authority. The facility is currently the only approved venue for FIFA Category A matches in Ghana.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
The US Embassy has brought former US Women's National Team World Cup champion Amy Griffin and former MLS defender Kofi Sarkodie to Ghana to strengthen female football development at the grassroots level through a Sports Envoy Programme. The initiative takes coaches in Tamale, Kumasi, and Accra through sessions on team culture, leadership, discipline, and communication, with about 50 coaches and 300 young female footballers expected to participate by the end of the programme.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 women's football team, coached by Joe Nana Adarkwa, is competing in the WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup in Côte d'Ivoire as part of preparations for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. Adarkwa said the team aims to defend their title while assessing and developing players for the World Cup.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
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.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association has announced the 2026 Women's Super Cup will be held from September 23 to September 29 in Prampram, with eight teams drawn into two groups. The tournament will serve as preparation for the Women's Premier League season starting in October.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana defender Alidu Seidu has been included in Rennes' Europa League squad and returned to first-team training after a summer move failed to materialise. The 26-year-old is now registered for the club's Europa League campaign ahead of their opening fixture against Sturm Graz.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Medeama, the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League champions, lost 1-0 at home to TP Mazembe in the CAF Champions League first leg, raising concerns about the financial and structural weakness of Ghanaian football when facing African competition.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Nations FC drew 1-1 with FC Diarra in the second leg at Accra Sports Stadium but were eliminated from the 2026/27 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup after losing 2-1 on aggregate, ending their maiden campaign at the preliminary-round stage.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Maidens have travelled to Yamoussoukro, Cote d'Ivoire, to defend their title in the WAFU B U17 Girls Cup, which begins today with Ghana's opening match against Burkina Faso. The tournament will be played in a league format with Ghana facing five opponents across two venues, with the final match against Cote d'Ivoire scheduled for Saturday, September 27.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Hearts of Oak moved to the top of the Ghana Premier League table after a comeback 2-1 victory over Bibiani Gold Stars, maintaining their perfect start to the campaign. Asante Kotoko, FC Samartex 1996, Berekum Chelsea, Karela United and Swedru All Blacks also secured important wins in the second matchday.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The United States defeated France 97-79 in the final in Berlin to claim their 12th Women's Basketball World Cup title. France, playing in their first-ever World Cup final, led by 14 points at one stage but USA dominated the second half to secure the trophy.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Kenneth Bednarek and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden claimed sprint doubles at the inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest, each winning the 100m and 200m and pocketing $150,000 in prize money. Bednarek ran 19.52s in the 200m (a world lead) ahead of Botswana's Letsile Tebogo, while Jefferson-Wooden's 21.47s (also a world lead) made her the third-fastest woman in 200m history.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Cristiano Ronaldo called for lifetime stadium bans after supporters appeared to chant about the late Diogo Jota at teammate Ruben Neves during a Saudi Pro League match on Saturday in Buraydah. Jota, a close friend of Neves, died on July 3 in a car crash in Spain; Al-Hilal Club Company filed a complaint with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation over the incident.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Lamine Yamal believes he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and said he deserves the 2026 Ballon d'Or after winning La Liga with Barcelona and the World Cup with Spain. Mbappe has also made his case for the award, and Harry Kane is among other favourites.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3 7-6 (7-2) 5-7 6-2 to win the US Open, claiming his second Grand Slam title of the year after winning the French Open in June.
14 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi says Mohammed Kudus is physically ready to start in the EFL Cup clash against Liverpool after returning from long-term injury. Kudus has made three substitute appearances since the start of the 2026/27 season and may play as number 10 in an attacking role.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana winger Christopher Bonsu Baah came off the bench to set up Julian Quinones' opening goal as Al Qadsiah defeated Al Wasl 2-1 in their AFC Champions League campaign opener. Bonsu Baah has now been directly involved in five goals in nine games this season.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's men's volleyball national team has travelled to Tunisia for the 2026 Africa Nations Volleyball Championship, which also serves as qualification for the 2027 FIVB World Championship and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The Black Spikers are drawn in Group A with hosts Tunisia and Kenya.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Andrew Robertson returns to Anfield with Tottenham to play Liverpool in the EFL Cup's third round on Tuesday, with both teams coming off 0-0 draws in their previous matches.
15 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Valencia have dismissed head coach Carlos Corberan and football chief executive Ron Gourlay after a winless start to the season, with the club bottom of La Liga on one point from five matches. Valencia B coach Oscar Sanchez will serve as interim boss ahead of the club's next fixture against Deportivo Alaves on Tuesday.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Cristiano Ronaldo has called for lifetime stadium bans for fans who chanted the late Diogo Jota's name at Ruben Neves during a Saudi Pro League match, saying such behaviour has no place in football. Jota, a Liverpool forward and close friend of Neves, died in a car crash at age 28 in July last year.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Arsenal will contact Pro Ref to seek explanation for a penalty awarded against defender Ezri Konsa in Saturday's win over Sunderland, after manager Mikel Arteta criticised referee John Brooks' decision for excessive holding. The penalty was confirmed by VAR.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The video assistant referee Matt Donohue and assistant VAR Blake Antrobus have not been appointed for this weekend's Premier League games following Pro Ref's admission of an "error of judgement" in awarding Erling Haaland's winning goal for Manchester City at Manchester United on Sunday. Pro Ref said the VAR should have recommended an on-field review regarding Enzo Fernandez's position and likely impact on play.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The third week of the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors tournament begins in Accra, with the J60 stage running from 14 to 26 September at the National Tennis Centre. The J30 finals concluded the previous week, with Nigeria's Goodnews Eyinjuoluwa Aina winning the girls' singles title and China's Ruoyu Hua winning the boys' singles.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew made his Sheffield United debut, coming off the bench against Wolves and playing the final 26 minutes. His return is timely as Ghana prepares to face Côte d'Ivoire and The Gambia in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers later this month.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham head coach Roberto De Zerbi has cast doubt on Mohammed Kudus' availability for Ghana's upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, saying the midfielder has not yet reached full fitness after returning from an injury sustained in January 2026.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 female national team, the Black Maidens, begin their WAFU Zone B U-17 Girls Cup campaign against Burkina Faso on Tuesday, using the tournament in Côte d'Ivoire to prepare for the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Morocco next month. Head coach Joe Nana Adarkwa says the team will assess players and compete to defend the title they won last year.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
With Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers approaching, Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will face difficult squad selection decisions. Joy Online highlights five Ghanaians abroad—including Augustine Boakye at Saint-Étienne, Rahim Ibrahim at Slovan Bratislava, and Joseph Opoku at Swansea City—who have made strong cases for consideration in upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana faces a possible absence of Thomas Partey due to injury for upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Côte d'Ivoire and Gambia, with coach Carlos Queiroz considering replacements including Ibrahim Sulemana, Emmanuel Adjei, and a third midfielder.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Eight Ghana Premier League players won NASCO Man of the Match awards for Matchweek 2. David Gyamfi Junior of AshantiGold scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 victory over Vision FC and claimed the top award along with a 32-inch television.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Kotoko defeated Heart of Lions for the first time in 11 years at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. Head coach Eric Tinkler acknowledged the win was difficult, noting defensive struggles despite playing against 10 men at one point.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Track and field athlete Doris Lemngole has signed a professional contract with sportswear brand On, transitioning from a previous NIL partnership. The University of Alabama distance runner won consecutive NCAA Cross Country Championships and The Bowerman award, and has already competed successfully on the Diamond League circuit.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Princesses were eliminated from the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup after a 4-0 loss to France in their final Group C match, extending Ghana's record to eight consecutive tournaments without reaching the knockout stage since their debut in 2010.
14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men's Group A category at the MTN 30th Anniversary Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Club with 39 points. Julienne Afi dominated the Ladies' Group A with 39 points, while Yaw Mireku Jnr. emerged winner in Men's Group B with 45 points.
14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Two young Ghanaian referees, Mercy Boakyewaa Gyan and Linda Ayimpoka Asogro, have been selected for the WAFU Zone B U17 Girls Cup in Côte d'Ivoire (September 15–28, 2026) following Ghana Football Association's Catch Them Young Refereeing Policy. They were chosen among 14 young officials from the zone to gain international experience and develop their refereeing skills.
14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Black Princesses coach Charles Sampson says the future of the senior team is secure despite the youth squad finishing bottom of their group at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, winning one of three matches. Sampson attributed the exit to lapses in concentration and discipline during set pieces.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Cristiano Ronaldo called for lifetime stadium bans after fans chanted the name of late footballer Diogo Jota at Ruben Neves during a Saudi Pro League match. Jota, a former Liverpool and Wolverhampton player, died in a car crash in Spain aged 28 last year.
14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Asamoah Gyan has backed Ghana's U-20 women's football team following their exit from the 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup after losing 4-0 to France in their final group game in Poland on September 12. Gyan told the players the future is bright despite their group stage elimination, urging them to keep faith and train to return stronger.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-20 women's team lost to France 4–0 and suffered their eighth consecutive group stage exit from the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Asamoah Gyan offered the team motivational remarks, urging them to take the defeat in good faith and face future challenges with resilience.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Frederick Semenu Duvor won the Men's Group A category at the MTN 30th Anniversary Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Club on Saturday with 39 points. Winners were also announced across multiple categories in the ladies', seniors, and additional group divisions.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
David Gyamfi scored a hat-trick as FC Ashantigold defeated Vision FC 3-1 at the Len Clay Stadium, securing their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory. The debutants, who drew 1-1 with Vision in the first half before Gyamfi struck twice more, now have four points from their opening two matches.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Nations FC were eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup after a 2-1 aggregate loss to Mali's FC Diarra in the preliminary round, ending the Abrankese club's maiden continental campaign. Head coach Zdravko Logarušić attributed the early exit to squad changes and the absence of key players.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ryan Garcia successfully defended his WBC welterweight championship against Conor Benn, forcing a stoppage victory in the second round of their Las Vegas bout. Benn's attempt at a world title upset in his first world title fight ended when Garcia's display of speed, power and precision proved too much.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Elena Rybakina won the US Open title with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 victory over Aryna Sabalenka, the two-time defending champion. In doing so, Rybakina claimed Sabalenka's No. 1 ranking and demonstrated relentless, error-minimising tennis to exploit the match's narrow margins.
14 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The World Athletics Ultimate Championship Budapest 26 concluded on Sunday with 28 titles awarded across three nights. US sprinters Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek completed sprint doubles, with Jefferson-Wooden clocking 21.47 in the women's 200m and Bednarek running 19.52 in the men's 200m, while other highlights included world record-holder Alison dos Santos winning the men's 400m hurdles and Josh Kerr taking the men's 1500m title.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 women's national team has travelled to Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire, for the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls' Cup, which begins on Tuesday, September 16, with 22 players called up. The tournament will serve as qualifiers for the 2027 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, and the Black Maidens will face Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Togo, Niger and Côte d'Ivoire in a round-robin format.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Kotoko beat Heart of Lions 2-1 in the Ghana Premier League, securing their first win of the season, but head coach Eric Tinkler said the team "won ugly" and highlighted defensive issues despite the victory moving them to fourth place with four points.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Boosted by their last-32 finish at this year's World Cup, DR Congo have added six European-based players to their squad for upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Equatorial Guinea and Zimbabwe. Four of the new players—Ezechiel Banzuzi, Stanis Idumbo, Noah Mbamba, and Kevin Pedro—have prior junior international caps for other nations and are awaiting FIFA approval to switch eligibility.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3 7-6 (7-2) 5-7 6-2 in the US Open final to claim his second Grand Slam singles title after winning the French Open earlier this year. The victory came against the American home favorite Shelton, who was seeking to become the first American man to win a major singles title since Andy Roddick in 2003.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton 6-3 7-6 (7-2) 5-7 6-2 to win the US Open title, redeeming his devastating loss to Dominic Thiem in 2020 when he had served for the match. The German is now a two-time Grand Slam champion after winning the French Open in June.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan defeated two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 5-7 6-2 to win her first US Open title and claim the world number one ranking. This is Rybakina's third Grand Slam title, following victories at Wimbledon in 2022 and the Australian Open earlier this year.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Édouard Mendy, 34, has announced his retirement from international football after eight years and 59 appearances for Senegal. The Al Ahli goalkeeper was key to Senegal's 2021 Africa Cup of Nations victory and represented the country at two FIFA World Cups.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona defeated Levante 4–2 to maintain their perfect La Liga start and move three points clear at the top. Yamal scored twice, including a penalty, as Barcelona survived a late comeback attempt.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Erling Haaland scored the winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United despite City playing with 10 men for over 70 minutes after Phil Foden was sent off. The goal was contentious after a lengthy VAR check determined Haaland was onside while Enzo Fernandez, who was offside, was not deemed to be affecting play.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN FA Cup winners Nations FC have been eliminated from the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup after drawing 1-1 with Malian side FC Diarra in the second leg of their preliminary-round tie at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, losing 2-1 on aggregate.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alex Korio and Lucy Ndambuki, both from Kenya, won the men's and women's 21km elite races respectively at the 2026 KGL Foundation Millennium Marathon held at Independence Square in Accra. The event emphasised mental health awareness through the Foundation's Mental Health Index initiative and Corporate Wellness Forum.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Asante Kotoko defeated Heart of Lions 2-1 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium to secure their first win of the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season and end a run of more than 10 years without a victory over the Kpando-based side.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Nigeria's Goodnews Eyinjuoluwa Aina was crowned J30 Accra Girls' Singles champion after Ghana's Gwendolyn Duvor Klu retired during the final while trailing 7–5, 0–0 (15–0). Duvor Klu said she was proud to reach the finals and prioritized listening to her body to avoid injury.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
FC Ashantigold secured their first-ever Ghana Premier League victory, defeating Vision FC 3-1 at home, with David Gyamfi scoring a hat-trick—the first in the 2026/27 season. The debutants have four points from their opening two matches.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Princesses lost 4-0 to France in their final Group C match and finished bottom of the group with three points, marking their eighth consecutive group stage exit since debuting in 2010.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Medeama Sporting Club, Ghana Premier League champions, have been eliminated from the 2026/27 CAF Champions League after losing 3-1 to TP Mazembe in the second leg of their preliminary round fixture, ending the tie 4-1 on aggregate.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana has launched a sports diplomacy program to develop young female footballers' leadership and teamwork skills, with 16 coaches trained in Tamale under a train-the-trainer model and expansion planned to Kumasi and Accra. The initiative, which features former U.S. Women's World Cup player Amy Griffin, aims to close gaps in youth sports development for girls.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Medeama, the Ghanaian champions, were eliminated from the CAF Champions League after losing 3-1 to TP Mazembe in the second leg in Lubumbashi, completing a 4-1 aggregate defeat.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association's Communications Director said the FA will not conflict with President Mahama over his concerns about Ghana football, including refereeing and match-fixing issues. The GFA said it is committed to strengthening the refereeing system and making improvements to ensure the sport's integrity.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association's Director of Communication, Henry Asante Twum, responded to President John Mahama's criticism of poor refereeing and match-fixing in Ghanaian football by stating that no football association in the world can completely eradicate match-fixing on its own, though he acknowledged the President's interest in developing the sport.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has said striker Joao Pedro is stylistically similar to his former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema and rates him at a comparable level to Manchester City's Erling Haaland. Joao Pedro, 24, won the Premier League's Player of the Month on Friday after scoring twice and providing two assists in his first three games of the season.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he intentionally disrupted the team's pre-season training and travel routines—including delayed meals, changed routes, and uncomfortable conditions—to prepare players to handle unexpected disruptions like their recent Champions League flight delay to Italy.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham forward Richarlison's proposed transfer to Vasco da Gama has fallen through due to disagreements over personal terms, with the Brazilian transfer window closing Friday. Richarlison remains at Spurs amid ongoing contract disputes and is understood to be exploring his options.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kylian Mbappe has criticized an AI-generated meme superimposing his face on a dictator's body, saying it reveals "a lack of political and human awareness" despite acknowledging some use it good-naturedly to reflect his match dominance or club influence. He distinguished this from a "Mobut" nickname used by teammate Ousmane Dembele, which he said was lighthearted social media humor.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Morocco's prime minister has told the head of the country's football federation to stop promising that Casablanca will host the 2030 World Cup final, citing the need to discuss the venue with co-hosts Spain and Portugal. The final location has yet to be finalised, though Spain's football federation president has previously claimed the final should be held in Spain.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho compared Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr to fruit trees in their defence after both players were booed by home fans at the Bernabeu this week, saying their achievements and statistics speak for themselves despite criticism over their defensive work.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Newcastle United left-back Lewis Hall has signed a two-year contract extension running until 2031. The 22-year-old, who joined from Chelsea in 2023 and has made 106 appearances, said extending his stay at his boyhood club is a "really proud moment."
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Anthony Gordon has provided four assists in his first five matches for Barcelona since joining in May, slotting seamlessly into the left-wing position previously filled by Marcus Rashford, though the 25-year-old England winger has yet to score a goal.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian youngster Zayan Omar has signed a two-year contract with Spanish club Málaga CF from Na God FC, following a strong 2025/26 campaign in Ghana's Access Bank Division One League. Omar will initially join Málaga's youth set-up, with potential for first-team opportunities in the club's La Liga environment.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester City's new captain Ruben Dias says the club's summer signings are "desperate to win" and the whole squad is embracing new manager Enzo Maresca's ideas. City spent a Premier League record £458m in the transfer window on players including Enzo Fernandez, Elliot Anderson and Ayyoub Bouaddi, though they lost key players including 2024 Ballon d'Or winner Rodri.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe 4-6 6-3 6-3 7-5 in an all-American US Open semi-final to reach his first Grand Slam final. The 23-year-old eighth seed will face top-seed Alexander Zverev on Sunday.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Gwendolyn Klu will compete for the Girls' Singles title at the J30 Accra – Tennis Foundation Ghana Open against Nigeria's Goodnews Eyinjuoluwa Aina on Saturday, with Ghanaian Jeff Frimpong also reaching the Boys' Doubles final at the ITF World Tennis Junior Tour event.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
12 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Princesses need a victory against France in their final FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Group C match to qualify for the knockout stage for the first time in the team's history. Head coach Charles Sampson says his team is ready and believes Ghana has an advantage in physicality, technique, and speed over France.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams has announced his retirement from the Ghana national team, saying the time has come to end his journey with the Black Stars. The 31-year-old, who switched from Spain to Ghana in 2022, expressed pride in his service and gratitude to those who supported him.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Asante Kotoko face Heart of Lions in their second Ghana Premier League game at home in Kumasi after opening with a 1-1 draw against Debibi United. Coach Eric Tinkler has called on supporters to attend in large numbers, noting that Kotoko have won only two of their last 12 meetings with Lions since 2012.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Ghana Football Association vice-president George Afriyie says the Black Stars have "no business" failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Ghana faces Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C, with the top two teams advancing; Afriyie also called for a fully operational Black Stars management structure ahead of the qualifiers.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Julius Ben Emunah has resigned from his position as Managing Director of Accra Hearts of Oak less than a year after being appointed in February 2026. Emunah, who previously held senior positions at the Ghana Football Association, said he is stepping down but will remain a committed supporter of the club.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Arsenal is finalising a new contract with manager Mikel Arteta, with well-placed sources indicating discussions have moved forward recently and full confidence from those involved that he will renew. Arteta's new deal is expected to significantly improve on his current package of £10 million a season plus an extra £5 million upon Champions League qualification, making him one of the best paid managers in world football.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Crystal Palace forward Eddie Nketiah is in the process of switching his international allegiance from England to Ghana, with FIFA paperwork being assembled for submission. The 27-year-old made one senior appearance for England in a non-competitive friendly and remains eligible to apply for a change of association.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Elena Rybakina reached the US Open final with a comeback victory over Coco Gauff and will face Aryna Sabalenka, the tournament's top seed. Rybakina is guaranteed to become the new world number one, ending Sabalenka's 99-week reign at the top.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Kenny Jean-Marie, former FIFA Chief Member Associations Officer, has joined the Advisory Board of African Collaborations Group (ACG), a platform for developing sport and entertainment district projects across Africa. His appointment is intended to strengthen ACG's expertise in sport governance and infrastructure development.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Athletic Bilbao captain, who switched allegiance from Spain to Ghana in 2022, has announced his retirement from international football after four years and 28 caps. Williams, 32, cited the decision as part of managing his physical workload and prolonging his club career amid recurrent muscular problems.
11 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Athletic Club forward Inaki Williams has retired from international football at age 32 after 28 appearances for the Black Stars since his 2022 debut, scoring twice and appearing in two FIFA World Cup tournaments (2022 and 2026) and the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Women's Premier League champions Ampem Darkoa Ladies have protested to WAFU B and CAF after their Women's Champions League qualification final against Nigeria's Edo Queens went directly to a penalty shootout instead of extra time following a 2-2 draw. The club says they were preparing substitutes for extra time but were instead directed straight to penalties, where they lost 4-1.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Tampico Accra Inter-City Marathon will award the winner GHC18,000 and a $2,500 travel package to an international marathon in January 2027, representing over 100% increase from the previous prize package. The race takes place on October 10 at the Trust Sports Emporium, with 21-kilometre and 5-kilometre options.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
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.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Medeama SC travel to Lubumbashi for the CAF Champions League preliminary round second leg after losing 1-0 at home to TP Mazembe. The Ghanaian champions need to win by two goals to advance outright, or by one goal to force penalties.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Nations FC must overturn a 1-0 deficit when they face Malian club FC Diarra in the second leg of their CAF Confederation Cup preliminary-round tie at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, needing to win by at least two clear goals to progress.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Accra Hearts of Oak will visit Gold Stars at Bibiani Dun's Park on Sunday, chasing a second successive victory in the Ghana Premier League. Hearts opened the season with a 4-0 win over Berekum Chelsea, while Gold Stars lost 1-0 to Bechem United in their opener.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
About 120 golfers from golf clubs across the country will compete in the MTN 30th Anniversary CEO Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Course on Saturday, September 12, with the ceremonial tee-off scheduled for 8:00 a.m.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has called for Chelsea to be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title after the club admitted to 74 breaches of FA regulations involving player deals and was fined £10 million. Pochettino's Spurs finished runners-up, seven points behind Chelsea, and he argues Tottenham should be awarded the title instead.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker was fined £8,000 by the FA after kicking an electronic substitution board following a 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest in the Premier League. The incident occurred after the fourth official did not have the board ready for Forest manager Andoni Iraola's triple substitution.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
PSG routed a Slovak side 6-0 with goals from Dembele, Torres (three), and Ruiz in their Champions League defence opener. Arsenal won 1-0 at Napoli through Odegaard's 75th-minute strike, Liverpool beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 at Anfield, and Sporting defeated Galatasaray 3-1.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ferran Torres, signed by Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona this summer, scored three goals in his Champions League debut as PSG defeated Slovan Bratislava 6-1, becoming the first player in the club's history to score a hat trick in his first Champions League match.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Olympic flame for the inaugural Youth Olympics in Dakar was kindled in Athens using a mirror to channel the sun's rays, marking the first Olympic competition ever staged in Africa. The Games, running October 31–November 13, will bring together some 2,700 athletes aged 15–18 competing in 25 sports across Dakar and two other Senegalese cities.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Aryna Sabalenka defeated Jessica Pegula 7-5 6-2 in the US Open semi-final to reach her fourth consecutive final and extend her winning streak at the tournament to 20 matches. The Belarusian will face either Elena Rybakina or Coco Gauff in Saturday's final, where victory would give her a third successive US Open title.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona midfielder Rodri apologised to Valencia's squad after television footage appeared to show him describing them as "very weak" following Barcelona's 5-0 win against Valencia on Sunday. Rodri said the comment was an expression of surprise made in a private conversation and that he did not intend to mock Valencia or be disrespectful.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
France's Football Federation joined England, Italy, and four other European nations in withdrawing support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino after his failed plan to sell stakes in FIFA competitions to private investors. The FFF said Infantino's governance does not meet football's standards, despite his abandonment of the investment proposal.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Manchester United recorded their biggest Champions League victory since 2020, defeating Sabah FK at Old Trafford with goals from Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes and Benjamin Sesko. The Azerbaijan champions reached the main league phase for the first time, but were outclassed by the Premier League side.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Harry Kane scored his 55th Champions League goal and Michael Olise struck twice as Bayern Munich opened their campaign with a comfortable victory over Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt. Jamal Musiala also scored, with his goal marking Bayern's 900th in European competition.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Italian club Como made a winning Champions League debut, beating RB Leipzig 4-1 at home in their opening league-phase match. Goals from Martin Baturina, Tasos Douvikas, Assane Diao, and Maximo Perrone secured the victory on a historic night for the club, which waited 119 years to play their first European competition match.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona sporting director Deco explained that Anthony Gordon's playing style aligns better with coach Hansi Flick's tactics than Marcus Rashford's, though Rashford scored 14 goals during his loan spell last season. Gordon joined Barcelona from Newcastle for more than 80m euros, while Rashford returned to Manchester United after Barcelona declined to exercise their £30.3m purchase option.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ismail Kartal resigned as Fenerbahce head coach immediately after a 1-1 Champions League draw with Roma, announcing he will never return to the club. President Aziz Yildirim rejected the resignation, stating Kartal remains in charge.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Tottenham and Brazil forward Richarlison are in dispute over the remaining nine months of his contract after his proposed deadline day move to Everton broke down. Richarlison is seeking release from his deal, while Spurs are unwilling to negotiate a settlement and have excluded him from their Premier League squad.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal are close to finalising a new contract with manager Mikel Arteta, with well-placed sources indicating discussions have progressed and full confidence among those involved that he will renew. Once signed, Arteta can expect to become one of the best-paid managers in world football, with Arsenal committed to significantly improving on his current deal worth £10m a season plus an extra £5m upon Champions League qualification.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) claimed its ninth National Science and Maths Quiz victory, defeating St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a thrilling final. The school recovered from a nine-point opening round to finish on 40 points and secure the trophy, prompting widespread celebrations on social media.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon) has won the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship, their ninth trophy, after overcoming a slow start to defeat St Augustine's College and Accra Academy in a close final round.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Board Chairperson of the Ghana Sports Fund has assured that the fund will support all sports, athletes, and federations rather than focusing primarily on the Black Stars. The GSF leadership met with the Ghana Journalists Association to establish a strategic relationship and discuss the fund's mandate of providing sustainable funding for sports development and ensuring transparency in sports financing.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghanaian sprinter Isaac Botsio completed three consecutive NCAA Division II Outdoor 100-meter national championships at West Texas A&M University, winning in 2024 (9.98 seconds), 2025 (9.94 seconds), and 2026 (10.07 seconds). His collegiate career also includes a 2023 NCAA Division II Indoor 60-meter championship.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Nations FC defender Dennis Korsah has expressed confidence in an improved performance for the team's second leg against Malian cup champions Diarra in the CAF Confederation Cup preliminary round, after losing the first leg 1-0 in Mali. The Ghana Premier League side will face Diarra on Sunday, September 13, at the Accra Sports Stadium.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Premier League champions Medeama Sporting Club have arrived in Lubumbashi for the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary stage match against TP Mazembe on Sunday, seeking to overturn a 1-0 first-leg loss from Tarkwa.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Badminton has unveiled a nine-member junior national team to prepare for the All-Africa Junior Championships 2026, scheduled for September 25 to October 17, 2026, in Cairo. The squad will enter residential camp this week to defend Ghana's African title.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Al-Shabab's matches against Al-Kholood and Al-Fayha while following a specialised fitness programme under the club's fitness coach. The absence comes ahead of 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers where the Black Stars will face Côte d'Ivoire on 24 September and The Gambia on 27 September.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Uganda is withdrawing from the Invictus Games, a sports event for wounded military veterans run by the Duke of Sussex, two months after committing to participate. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's chief of defence, announced the decision on social media, stating it was made to avoid being seen as opposed to King Charles III, following a letter clarifying that Prince Harry and Meghan are not working royals.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association says the Accra Sports Stadium will be ready to host Ghana's Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against The Gambia, despite ongoing rehabilitation work required to meet Confederation of African Football standards. Domestic football has been suspended at the venue while work is carried out; Accra Hearts of Oak have temporarily moved home matches elsewhere.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ashanti Region claimed the 2026 MTN Elite U-19 Championship title with a 4-3 victory over defending champions Eastern Region in the final at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. Elvis Kwarteng was named Most Valuable Player of the final.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U-20 women's team defeated South Korea 3-1 in their second group game at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, with captain Sarah Nyarko scoring. Nyarko said the team hopes to break a history of seven unsuccessful World Cup campaigns by reaching the knockout stages for the first time.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association held a four-day training programme for Premier League match officials at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, covering 28 referees, 28 assistant referees, and other officials. The programme aimed to enhance technical knowledge, decision-making, and performance through sessions on recent Laws of the Game amendments, offside interpretation, handball decisions, and tactical foul management.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
President John Mahama called on stakeholders in Ghana's football ecosystem to return the country to its former prominence on the African continent, noting that Ghana was once a titan of African soccer but club-level fortunes have since dwindled. He presented cash prizes totalling over GH₵684,000 to three champion clubs and suggested the GFA should develop a 'catch them young' policy and address the early exodus of young players.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Black Princesses defeated South Korea 3-1 in their second group game, with goals from Sarah Nyarko, Ivy Osei Owusu, and Ruth Amponsah. The team will face France in their final group game on 12 September 2026.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Nigeria will play Russia in an international friendly on October 6 in Nizhny Novgorod, marking the second senior fixture between the nations following a 1-1 draw in June 2025.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tyson Fury has publicly proposed a trilogy with Oleksandr Usyk via social media, but Usyk's manager Sergey Lapin dismissed the proposal, saying Usyk is not a back-up plan and that serious intentions require concrete offers, not press statements. Fury's negotiations for a heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua in November remain stalled over the venue.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Thierry Henry has backed Kylian Mbappé to win the Ballon d'Or over Harry Kane, citing Mbappé's 25 goals in LaLiga and 15 in the Champions League last season. He also named Bayern Munich's Michael Olise as a strong candidate, ahead of Kane despite Kane's 36 Bundesliga goals.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
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.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama has called on the Ghana Football Association and club administrators to improve the standard of domestic football and revive the defunct Colts League, arguing that strengthening the local game is essential for developing young talent and giving Ghanaian players sufficient experience before moving abroad.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Rahim Ibrahim made his UEFA Champions League debut for Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday, playing 60 minutes in a 6-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain. The Ghanaian midfielder won three duels, made two clearances, recorded three recoveries and created one chance during his Champions League debut.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana international and QPR defender Tariq Lamptey was forced off with an injury after 36 minutes in the club's Championship clash with Charlton Athletic on Wednesday, ending his run of five consecutive appearances. The injury raises concerns over his availability for Ghana's September Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC-Legon), St. Augustine's College and Accra Academy compete for the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz championship in the grand finale at the University of Ghana Premier Dome at 3:00 pm. PRESEC-Legon, eight-time champions returning after a two-year absence, aim for a ninth title; St. Augustine's College seek a third; and Accra Academy are appearing in their first NSMQ grand final.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Old students of St Augustine's College have announced a GH¢110,000 motivational cash package for the school's team ahead of the NSMQ grand finale, with individual contestants receiving GHS10,000 for qualifying and potential additional bonuses if the school wins the competition.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
George Afriyie, former GFA vice-president, says Ghana has no excuse for failing to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, as the Black Stars are drawn with Côte d'Ivoire, The Gambia, and Somalia in Group C with top two advancing. Afriyie's comments follow Ghana's failure to qualify for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-17 team will begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Togo on October 10, 2026, in the WAFU Zone B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso, followed by matches against Benin and the hosts. Only the two finalists of the championship will qualify for the 2027 U-17 AFCON in Morocco.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Princesses defeated South Korea 3-1 in their second Group C match at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, bouncing back from an opening 3-0 loss to Ecuador. Head Coach Charles Sampson credited the team's character and belief for the result, which keeps their knockout qualification hopes alive ahead of their match against France.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama called for the rebranding of Ghanaian football to make it more competitive, urging the Ghana Football Association, Referees Association of Ghana, and club owners to raise standards to international levels. He cited unfair refereeing as a key problem undermining the sport and presented financial support totaling GH¢684,000 to three football clubs.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Paris St-Germain began their Champions League title defence with a win over Slovan Bratislava, with Spanish forward Ferran Torres scoring a hat-trick and Ousmane Dembele adding two goals in a dominant display.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alexis Mac Allister scored a left-footed winner as Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a 2–1 home victory over Atletico Madrid, with Dominik Szoboszlai having earlier equalized after Marcos Llorente's opening goal.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Martin Odegaard scored a late winner as Arsenal defeated Napoli 1-0 in Naples in their opening Champions League group game, extending the captain's excellent form with his fourth goal in five games.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi has reached a preliminary agreement to become the majority shareholder of Spanish second-division club Eldense, pending legal procedures and approval from Spain's National Sports Council. This would be his second Spanish club investment after buying Catalan side Cornella in April.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona defeated Feyenoord in the Champions League with Raphinha scoring twice to extend his tally to eight goals in the campaign. Gabriel Jesus also scored his first Barcelona goal late in the game as Barcelona added a fourth through Lamine Yamal's free-kick.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Coco Gauff saved two match points to beat Mirra Andreeva 2-6 7-6 (9-7) 6-2 and advance to a US Open semi-final against Elena Rybakina, who defeated Zheng Qinwen 3-6 6-1 6-4. Gauff's comeback marks back-to-back Grand Slam semi-finals and her first in New York since winning the title in 2023.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku credited the Black Princesses' technical team for restoring the team's confidence after their opening loss to Ecuador, ahead of their 3-1 victory over Korea at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. Okraku expressed optimism that the win will boost the team's confidence in their third group game.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Princesses defeated Korea 3-1 at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, with captain Sarah Nyarko named Player of the Match. Black Queens coach Kim Lars Bjorkgren praised the performance and suggested several players could earn senior national team call-ups soon.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Julius Ben Emunah has announced his resignation as Accra Hearts of Oak Managing Director, ending a seven-month tenure that began in February 2026. Emunah, who previously served as Head of Competitions at the Ghana Football Association, said he remains a committed supporter of the club despite stepping down.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Black Princesses defeated South Korea 3–1 at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup on Wednesday, bouncing back from an earlier 3–1 loss to Ecuador. Coach Charles Sampson praised his players for showing character, belief, and passion in the decisive victory that moves Ghana to second place in Group C.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-20 women's team defeated South Korea 3-1 in their second group-stage match at the 2026 U-20 Women's World Cup, with goals from Sarah Nyarko, Ivy Osei Owusu, and Ruth Amponsah in the second half. The victory keeps Ghana's qualification hopes alive ahead of their final group-stage match against France.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Hill Tennis Club and Ghana Tennis Federation celebrated Professor Bannerman Richter at the 2026 Fetu Afahyɛ Festival Tennis Tournament, recognizing him as Ghana's oldest active tennis player at 94 years old and awarding him a Lifetime Award for his decades of loyalty and mentorship to the sport.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Sports Fund held a press engagement with the Ghana Journalist Association to explain its role in supporting sports development through sustainable, transparent funding drawn from multiple sources including parliamentary allocations, sports lotteries, betting company fees, and event proceeds.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Debibi United coach Isaac Nii-Armah has apologised for "racist" comments about Asante Kotoko manager Eric Tinkler made after his side's 2-2 draw with Kotoko, saying he was "just expressing" himself and asking that the positive aspects of coaches' work be appreciated.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, Dr David Kofi Wuaku, pledged to promote inclusiveness and equal opportunities across Ghana's sports industry, committing to support construction of accessible sports facilities for athletes of all abilities and to collaborate with stakeholders to identify and nurture talented young people across the country.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Sheffield United have signed 34-year-old Jordan Ayew, who has won 124 caps for Ghana, on a free transfer until the end of the season after he left Leicester City following their League One relegation.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Thirty players have been nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, including Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, and Paris St-Germain's Ousmane Dembele. Lionel Messi is also nominated and seeking his ninth Ballon d'Or award, with the winner to be announced in London on 26 October.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Former Ghana and Bayern Munich defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has placed a $5,000 bet on Asante Kotoko to win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, made during a 'Monday Stars' football game interaction in Accra. Kuffour expressed confidence in the Porcupine Warriors despite their 2-2 opening-day draw against Debibi United.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The First National Bank Accra Marathon will return in November with the restoration of the full 42.2km race and a new route through Accra, marking the fourth consecutive year of the bank's sponsorship partnership with the Dansoman Keep Fit Club.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Asante Kotoko and Debibi United have been charged by the GFA for allegedly failing to publish video highlights of their opening league fixture (which ended 2-2) within 48 hours, with both clubs required to respond by Friday, September 11.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association has confirmed that the Accra Sports Stadium is currently the only approved venue in the country for the Black Stars' 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The stadium is undergoing rehabilitation to meet CAF standards and is expected to be ready for Ghana's second Group C qualifier against The Gambia on September 27.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Football Association will host a Licence D Coaching Course in two batches at Liberty Stadium in Dansoman in September 2026, combining classroom and practical sessions to equip aspiring coaches with technical knowledge and safeguarding training.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's U-20 women's team will play South Korea in their second Group C match of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland after losing 3-0 to Ecuador in their opening game. A positive result against South Korea could help the Black Princesses progress from the group stage.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Sports Writers Association of Ghana has opened nominations for the 2026 SWAG Awards, inviting members to submit entries by September 30, 2026. Submissions will be evaluated by a committee chaired by Franklin Anane Gyimah based on performance, impact, discipline, and sporting achievement, with final approval by the SWAG Executive Committee and General Assembly.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Taekwondo Federation has appointed Mr Prince Ayim Brown as Communication Officer, effective immediately, to strengthen the federation's communication, media relations, public visibility and digital presence.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ben Shelton defeated defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (10-7) in the latest-finishing match in US Open history, ending at 3:33 a.m. Wednesday, snapping Alcaraz's 18-match Grand Slam winning streak. Shelton will face Frances Tiafoe in the US Open semifinals, guaranteeing an American man in Sunday's final.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn believes retired champion Terence Crawford will come out of retirement to fight unified super-welterweight champion Jaron Ennis. The two exchanged words at a weekend broadcast and have continued publicly calling for the clash, with Hearn suggesting it could become boxing's biggest fight if Ennis becomes undisputed champion in his next two bouts.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Luis Enrique says PSG must step out of its "comfort zone" to win a third successive Champions League title, joining only Real Madrid, Ajax, and Bayern Munich in that achievement. The coach backs his team despite a slow Ligue 1 start, saying they deserve better results and that small defensive improvements will pay dividends.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Top-seeded German Alexander Zverev defeated Italian Luciano Darderi 6-2 6-2 7-6(3) to advance to the US Open quarter-finals, where he will face Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp. Zverev became the only man to reach the quarter-finals at all four Grand Slams this year.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has wagered $5,000 that Asante Kotoko will win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, expressing his confidence despite Kotoko drawing 2-2 with Debibi United on the opening weekend.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's U-20 women's football team lost 3-0 to Ecuador in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland, with head coach Charles Sampson citing poor early defending and lack of clinical finishing. The Black Princesses must now face South Korea in a critical Group C fixture.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Manchester City's Erling Haaland has described Black Stars forward Antoine Semenyo as "the perfect Premier League player" in a YouTube documentary, praising his physical attributes and total package. The pair, who joined forces after Semenyo's transfer from AFC Bournemouth, scored 17 and 27 goals respectively in the league and helped City win the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew has completed his move to Sheffield United on a one-year contract as a free agent after his Leicester City deal expired. The 34-year-old forward, who captained Ghana at the World Cup, joins the Championship club to complete their 25-man squad.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Liverpool and Atletico Madrid kick-start their 2026-27 Champions League campaign with a League Phase match at Anfield on Wednesday night, repeating a fixture from last season when Liverpool won 3-2 at home.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's U-20 Women's World Cup team lost 3-0 to Ecuador in their opening Group stage fixture in Poland. Head coach Charles Sampson described the game as "weird" but said the squad has overcome the shock and is ready to face South Korea in their next match.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-20 Women's World Cup head coach Charles Sampson says the team has been working on finishing and confidence in front of goal following a 3-0 Group stage loss to Ecuador in Poland. Sampson believes training focus on the final third will help Ghana be more clinical against South Korea.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's U-20 women's football team coach Charles Sampson says his players have moved past their 3-0 defeat to Ecuador and are prepared to bounce back against South Korea at the U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah will speak at Unstoppable Africa 2026 during UN General Assembly High-Level Week in New York on September 21, discussing how better contracts, smarter scouting systems and stronger regional leagues can ensure African athletes' value remains within the continent's sporting institutions, clubs and communities.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →