Ghana’s Isaac Dogboe lost to Nick Ball on unanimous decision in a WBC featherweight bout in the United Kingdom. The bout was a final eliminator for the WBC featherweight title, and Nick Ball won by commanding scores of 118-109, 119-108, and 116-111 making him the next in line for a WBC featherweight title shot. Nick Ball had most of the control during the bout. Dogboe was competitive in most of the rounds and appeared dangerous the entire time, but Ball was the better man and won, solidifying his ranking as one of the top 10 fighters in the world. The…
Author: Kelvin Papa Sackey
On Friday November 18, the Black Stars of Ghana defeated Madagascar in their opening group game of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. On paper, the Black Stars stood as favourites to defeat Madagascar considering the quality both sides paraded for the game.However the Madagascans gave a very good account of themselves making the match a difficult one for the Black Stars. It was not surprising that it had to take a last minute header by Inaki Williams to grab all three points for Ghana. The outcome of the game points to the fact that…
The body of late Ghanaian forward Raphael Dwamena arrived in Ghana on Friday night after he passed away last week Saturday. On November 11, 2023, during a league game between his team, Egnatia FC, and Partizani Tirana, the striker collapsed and was later declared dead. Dwamena’s body arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra late on Friday night, to a solemn reception from his grieving family. Raphael Dwamena had a history of heart issues and had suffered multiple heart failures in the years prior to this tragic incident and pre-mature death. A minute of silence was observed at the…
The Black Stars of Ghana defeated Madagascar in the opening game campaign of their 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against at the Baba Yara Stadium. In the first half,the Black Stars failed to keep momentum and create chances allowing Madagascar to grow in confidence and have to better of ball possession (57%).The visiting team defended to the best of their abilities. The second half saw the Black Stars create a lot of chances after right back Denis Odoi and Ashimeru were brought on to replace Alidu Seidu and Baba Iddrisu respectively. Ghana continually piled pressure on Madagascar but to no…
Black Stars head Coach Chris Hughton has announced the start big eleven for Ghana’s opening campaign of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers against Madagascar. The kick off time for the game is 4:00pm local time at the Baba Yara Stadium. Goalkeeper Richard Ofori has returned to the starting lineup having last played for the Black Stars against Liberia in a friendly at the Accra Sports Stadium. The Black Stars deputy skipper will have Daniel Amartey and Nicholas Opoku in front of him as center backs with Gideon Mensah and Alidu Seidu manning the left and right positions respectively. The midfield…
On November 10, 2023, the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation and Aseda Foundation Skilled Artisan Project graduation took place at the Takoradi Technical University Auditorium. President of the National House of Chiefs, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II chaired the event, Paramount Chief of Essikado Ketan Traditional Area, Nana Kobina Nketia V, Municipal Chief Executive of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, Honorable Abdul Mumin Issah, Executive Director of GNPC Dr. Dominic Eduah graced the occasion. The initiative which saw it’s graduation come off last week was instituted by Ms. Diana Adjei, Chief Executive Officer of Aseda Foundation to help the needy through craftsmanship such as;…
The National Media Commission has cautioned fifteen television stations against telecasting inappropriate content. NMC stressed that if the stations did not immediately correct their actions, there would be dire repercussions. The public and other institutions filed complaints against these TV stations for airing content that go against media ethics, Ghanaian cultural norms, traditions, and standards. These TV stations include; Asomafo TV, Adwenpa TV, Eagle TV, Best TV, Energy TV, Diamond TV, X TV, Asomdwie TV, Funny TV, Advice TV, Big TV, Passion TV, Nkabom TV, Seekers TV, and Elephant TV. The NMC said in a statement on Thursday that their…
Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association has confirmed that a minute of silence will be observed for the late Raphael Dwamena when the Black Stars take on Madagascar today. Raphael Dwamena passed away after collapsing on the pitch during an Albanian Super League match last Saturday between his club Egnatia and Partizani Tirana 24th minutes into the game According to Henry Asante Twum the GFA’S Communications Director, FIFA has accepted the Ghana Football Association’s request to honour the the former Black Stars attacker by observing a minute silence. “With regards to program to honour Raphael Dwamena, we officially wrote…
Edmund Addo was one name that stuck out when Chris Hughton named his squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Given Addo’s little playing playing at the club level, there were questions about his inclusion. Chris Hughton the head coach, has provided explanations for his continuous inclusion in his squad. Hughton responded to questions about Edmund Addo’s dearth of club playing time during a press conference.Chris Hughton believes Edmund Addo is a promising addition, underlining the value of having a well-balanced team with a mix of seasoned players and up-and-coming youngsters. ” With regards to Edmund Addo, he’s somebody that…
Black Stars Head coach Chris Hughton says Inaki Williams is working hard to to score goals for Ghana and he will soon find his rhythm. Even though the attacker is playing well for Athletic Club, he finds it difficult to make an impression when called up for a national team duty. Coach Chris Hughton has disclosed what works for Athletic Club striker Inaki Williams as he waits for the striker to get his maiden goal for the Black Stars. Coach Chris Hughton stated during the team’s pre-game news conference that they will put in a lot of effort to…