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“As a football club committed to upholding the values of sportsmanship, we emphasize the need for immediate and resolute action to address this issue. By this, we are working tirelessly with the Ghana Police Service, Nsoatreman Football Club and all relevant stakeholders to bring the perpetrators of this unsporting behaviour to book.”

Bofoakwa Tano condemns spectator violence in the aftermath of the assault on Maxwell Konadu

Following a goalless draw against Nsoatreman on Sunday, the management of Ghana Premier League team Bofoakwa Tano denounced the aggressive attitude of certain supporters at the...

The Competitions Department will establish the location for Bofoakwa Tano FC's following home matches, and the Disciplinary Committee will address the issue awaiting further inquiry. The GFA firmly condemns the inappropriate behaviour of the fans of Bofoakwa Tano FC, and the GFA's prosecutors will analyse video evidence and match reports to initiate necessary charges. The GFA asks that Bofoakwa Tano FC immediately help in the arrest of individuals engaged in the attack on the away team and the kidnapping of match officials.

Ghana Football11 months ago

GFA temporarily bans Bofoakwa Tano’s home ground

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) Executive Council has ordered an immediate interim suspension on Bofoakwa Tano FC from utilising the Sunyani Coronation Park as their home...

Ogum's team has lost three consecutive games, falling to Nsoatreman, Samartex 1996, and Dreams FC. Following the Porcupines' most recent loss against Dreams, numerous spectators booed the squad at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The team's most recent victory over Medeama SC places them 12th in the league standings, with 8 goals scored and 9 surrendered.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Betpawa PLWK11: Kotoko return to winning ways, Heart of Lions remain winless

On Sunday, Kumasi Asante Kotoko halted a three-game losing trend by defeating reigning champions Medeama Sporting Club 1-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. Sheriff Mohammed...

Nsoatreman held Bofoakwa Tano to a goalless draw in week 11 of the Ghana Premier League, gaining second place in the standings and keeping ahead of Bofoakwa Tano, who has had a strong start to the 2023/2024 season. Sunyani fans did not just bash Maxwell Konadu. The followers of Bofoakwa Tano allegedly beat up referee Robert Musey and his aides as well. The Ghana Football Association has failed to respond to the assault on Maxwell Konadu and game officials.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Bofoakwa Tano fans allegedly beat Maxwell Konadu to a pulp

Maxwell Konadu, the coach of Nsoatreman FC, was assaulted and battered viciously by fans of Bofoakwa Tano at Sunyani Coronation Park. On Sunday, November 19, 2023,...

Following a goalless draw against Legon Cities at the Accra Sports Stadium over the weekend, the 67-year-old faced rising criticism. In response to mounting rumours, Hearts of Oak issued an official statement on Tuesday evening announcing their amicable split from Martin Koopman.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Hearts of Oak fires head coach Martin Koopman

Hearts of Oak and head coach Martin Koopman have agreed to conclude their five-month relationship amicably. Koopman, a Dutchman, took over as manager ahead of the...

FC Samartex 1996 surprised Asante Kotoko with a solitary goal on Saturday at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex. Emmanuel Keyekeh scored the game's sole goal, giving the home team the victory. The Porcupine Warriors have now lost three games in a row. Legon Cities kept Hearts of Oak scoreless at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday. Nations FC added a solitary goal to Heart of Lions' woes at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex. In the 75th minute, Razak Simpson scored the game's sole goal. Bechem United drew 1-1 with Bofoakwa Tano at Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park.

Ghana Football11 months ago

2023/24 GHPL Week 10 Wrap: Chelsea stuns Medeama at home, while Kotoko suffers a third defeat at Samartex

The 2023/24 Ghana Premier League matchday 10 games have concluded at the different venues, with one game remaining on Monday. Accra Lions beat Karela United 2-1...

Kotoko have failed to establish form, with only two victories in nine games, three defeats, and four ties. Their most recent defeat occurred against Dreams FC, as spectators booed the players off the pitch. Ogum recognised that the club's inability to score goals has been a serious concern, with the team scoring just one goal in their last three games and seven in total this season.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum criticises older players for lack of dedication

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum has expressed disappointment with his team’s dismal performance this season, blaming it on a lack of commitment from senior players. Due...

Dreams FC held on to their advantage and earned their second win in three games against the Porcupine Warriors. While Dreams FC moved up to 11th following the game, Kotoko have dropped to 14th. In other action, Medeama SC defeated Legon Cities 1-0 at El-Wak Stadium. Aduana Stars returned to the top of the table with a narrow victory over Hearts of Lions, while Boafwaka Tano rebounded from their loss to Aduana Stars with a 1-0 victory against Nations FC at Sunyani Coronation Park. Berekum Chelsea defeated FC Samartex by a close margin in the Golden City Park. .

Ghana Football11 months ago

10-man Medeama beat Legon Cities, Kotoko suffers first home defeat

Dreams FC defeated Asante Kotoko at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, due to a late score by Issah Aziz in the 39th minute. The Porcupines,...

This alarming incident underscores a continuing security risk not only for Legon Cities, but also for numerous other Ghana Premier League clubs. Unfortunately, Women's Premier League clubs such as Perpia Ladies and Savannah Ladies have also been victims of armed robbery in similar circumstances.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Armed robbers attack Legon Cities team bus after a draw with Bibiani Gold Stars

Legon Cities FC, a Ghana Premier League club, had a terrifying armed robbery event on their way back to Accra following a match against FC Samartex...

Despite struggling early in the season and witnessing Ouattara score two game-winning goals, Mukwala welcomed the challenge.

Ghana Football11 months ago

Mukwala discusses his connection with striking partner Kalo Ouattara

Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Club striker Steven Mukwala has welcomed competition from teammate striker Kalo Ouattara, describing the rivalry as “healthy.” He stated this in an...

The freshly promoted Kpando Heart of Lions are the only team in the betPawa Premier League to have drawn all five games under Head Coach Abdul Fatawu Salifu. The next match is at home against Karela United on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 3 p.m.

Ghana Football11 months ago

“We are happy to play at Hohoe Sports Stadium” – Salifu Abdul Fatawu

Abdul Fatawu Salifu, Head Coach of Kpando Heart of Lions, has praised management’s decision to relocate the club’s home stadium from SOGAKOPE Wafa Park to the...

The enraged supporters did not stop at flinging things; they even uprooted the seats in the away section. Dr. Kwame Kyei, the previous board chairman and proprietor of the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, however, called for a truce and asked fans to unite. He stated that the stadium belonged to Kotoko and that the supporters had caused damage to their property. Dr. Kyei replied that he would not hold the Porcupines liable for the damages, but would pay for the damaged chairs. He also recommended followers to learn from the calamity on May 9th. As of yet, Asante Kotoko has not issued a formal statement criticising its followers' behaviour. Watch the video interview below.

Ghana Football12 months ago

Dr Kwame Kyei finally responds to Asante Kotoko supporters vandalising his stadium in this video

In response to a disputed referee decision during their 2-2 draw with Nations FC, enraged Asante Kotoko fans took matters into their own hands on Sunday...

Similar instances of hooliganism have been recorded in other locations. In Dawu, during the Dreams FC-Medeama match, and in Dormaa, where Aduana FC fans allegedly flung stones, one of which struck the Great Olympics custodian. After Bofoakwa Tano's 0-0 tie with Karela United in Tamale, the players were accompanied by police and exited the stadium on a police bus. These incidents have overshadowed league discussions, and the Ghana Football Association (GFA) is under increasing pressure to act. The GFA has yet to issue an official statement in response to these upsetting developments.

Ghana Football12 months ago

Hooliganism disrupts Ghana Premier League games

Hooliganism has emerged as a major issue in the Ghana Premier League, with many incidents recorded during round 6 matches over the weekend. These incidents have...

Just when it appeared like Prosper Narteh Ogum's side had clinched all three points, the hosts were handed a penalty, which infuriated spectators, who responded by hurling things on the pitch, delaying the kick. The play continued when officials intervened, and Amidou Diarra converted wonderfully to square the score, ensuring Nations FC grabbed a critical point with a 2-2 draw.

Ghana Football12 months ago

Kotoko denied maximum points as Aduana ended the Olympics’ undefeated streak

On Sunday at the Dr Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, Asante Kotoko were denied all three points in the final embers of a crucial regional derby against...

"There will undoubtedly be pressure on you as a coach because you must plan." If I use the word "planning," it may refer to a variety of things: "you have a team that is playing in the league, playing in the African terrain." "We have also other players who are injured who are in rehabilitation we also have players who aren't having playing time so as a coach definitely you will be under pressure as to how to plan, to organise and go by matching matches one at a time."

Ghana Football12 months ago

Planning puts Evans Adotey under pressure as a Medeama coach

Augustine Evans Adotey, head coach of Medeama Sporting Club, believes the strain he faces as the club’s primary trainer stems from careful preparation. He made this...

“I didn’t know how to jubilate (after scoring my first goal) because I didn’t expect it but it came but I wasn’t happy because we couldn’t get a point or a win there so the goal wasn’t that much important to me because I wanted it to be a goal that would give us a point or a win.”

Ghana Football12 months ago

Sherif Mohammed: I wanted my first goal for Kotoko to give us a victory

Mohammed Sherif, a defensive midfielder for Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Club, has spoken out about the conflicting feelings he had after scoring his first goal for...

“I dreamt of playing for Kotoko. That year before I joined Kotoko, I had the chance to join Kotoko but it didn’t go through because of my club (Steadfast FC) so the following year I joined Kotoko and I’ve always supported Kotoko.

Ghana Football12 months ago

My dream of playing for Kotoko has come true- Sherif Mohammed

Mohammed Sherif, a defensive midfielder for Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Club, says his ambition of playing for the club is finally a reality. He said this...

"I would appreciate it if Latif Adaari is replaced as the referee for our game against Asante Kotoko because of the way he handled our game against Legon Cities," Mingle said. It left me unsatisfied." He went on to say, "I wasn't the only one who raised concerns about his refereeing during that match because almost everyone, particularly the journalists who were present, shared similar concerns." Latif Adaari will be assisted by Emmanuel Dolangbanu and Gabriel Boateng for the forthcoming match at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex, with Foster Bastiours acting as the fourth official.

Ghana Football12 months ago

Nations FC coach Kassim Mingle has asked the GFA to replace referee Latif Adaari for the match against Kotoko

Kassim Mingle, the head coach of Nations FC, has indicated his wish for a change in the assigned referee for their forthcoming match against Asante Kotoko....

He voiced worry about his team's defence and emphasised the significance of ongoing training to solve these concerns. Nonetheless, he admitted that the Great Olympics deserved to win.

Ghana Football12 months ago

‘I am concerned about our defence,’ – Accra Lions manager Ibrahim Tanko after his team conceded seven goals in five games

Great Olympics defeated Accra Lions 3-0 on Monday afternoon, putting an end to their roars. The two teams met in Week 5 of the 2023/24 Ghana...

Meanwhile, Emmanuel Sarpong scored the game-winning goal for Berekum Chelsea in their 1-0 victory against Nations FC at the Golden City Park. Finally, on Sunday, Legon Cities and Bechem United drew 1-1 at the El-wak stadium in a hectic encounter that saw both teams finish with 10 men. Bechem United took an unexpected lead in the 15th minute, but Frank Antwi equalised in the 78th. Legon Cities is presently eighth in the League log with 8 points, while Bechem United is last in the standings with 4 points. Due to the overflow of the Akosombo Dam, Heart of Lions were unable to face Accra Hearts of Oak; the game has been rescheduled for a later date.

Ghana Football12 months ago

BetPawa PL WK5: Kotoko defeats Aduana, while Bofoakwa Tano and Gold Stars share spoils

On Friday, Asante Kotoko SC defeated Aduana FC 1-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium thanks to another goal from Kalo Ouattara. The former Berekum Chelsea...

Kwasi Appiah maintains Kotoko Sporting Director role despite Otumfuo’s permission to coach Sudan

Ghana Football1 year ago

Kwasi Appiah remains Kotoko Sporting Director despite Otumfuor’s permission to coach Sudan

Despite getting authorization from His Majesty Otumfuor Osei Tutu II to take up a coaching post in Sudan, former Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah will continue in...

“They shouldn’t entertain any fear but to be supportive emotionally and i am sure we are going to play well and win. But I have to commend them for their support on our opening day”, he told the press.

Ghana Football1 year ago

There is no pressure from anybody – Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Narteh ahead of Karela clash

Prosper Narteh Ogum, head coach of Ghanaian powerhouse Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC, claims his squad is under no pressure ahead of their match against Karela United...

“We are building a team that can compete at any level” – Kotoko coach Prosper Narteh Ogum

Ghana Football1 year ago

We are building a team that can compete at any level – Prosper Narteh Ogum

Prosper Narteh Ogum, the head coach of Asante Kotoko, has asked the club’s fans for patience as he tries to construct a competitive team capable of...

Ghana Football1 year ago

Amanda Clinton on the 2023 GFA Elections Controversies: You need to offer them a sense of choice

Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Presidential candidate Amanda Clinton is appealing for a “sense of choice” in the 2023 GFA elections. She made this call in...

Ghana Football1 year ago

Official: Asante Kotoko and Hisense renew partnership deal

Kumasi Asante Kotoko has officially announced that the club has extended its partnership deal with electronics manufacturing giants, Hisense Ghana for a further three years. Since...

This was in response to Mr Afriyie's appeal, in which he claimed the Elections Committee misdirected itself on the law of requirements to contest for the GFA Presidency, as well as misapplied article 8(3) of the GFA Regulations on Elections and article 13(2)(j) of the GFA Statutes 2019, resulting in the disqualification being deemed erroneous. Aside from that, the Elections Committee, which is meant to be composed of five members under article 54 of the GFA Statutes 2019, had six members during his vetting, which he claims is contradictory to the panel's authorised makeup.

Ghana Football1 year ago

2023 GFA Elections: George Afriyie heads to CAS over disqualification, seeks injunction from High Court elective congress

George Afriyie, a disqualified GFA presidential hopeful, has urged his attorneys to submit an appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the Appeals...

To the dismay of their fans, Asante Kotoko drew with Premier League returnees Hearts of Lions at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. Nonetheless, coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has advised supporters to be patient and believe in the squad because he has complete faith in them to provide regular performances that would delight the Porcupine family.

Ghana Football1 year ago

‘Disposal jersey’ – NPP MP takes Asante Kotoko to the cleaners over poor jersey quality

Davis Opoku Ansah, Mpraeso Constituency Member of Parliament, is one of many football fans who are unimpressed with the Kumasi Asante Kotoko kit for the 2023/2024...

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GFA fines Kotoko GHC 80k for property destruction at Dr Kwame Kyei Complex

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Hearts of Oak to play home games in Kumasi following the closure of Accra Sports Stadium

Maxwell Konadu released from hospital

Bofoakwa Tano condemns spectator violence in the aftermath of the assault on Maxwell Konadu

GFA temporarily bans Bofoakwa Tano’s home ground

Betpawa PLWK11: Kotoko return to winning ways, Heart of Lions remain winless

Bofoakwa Tano fans allegedly beat Maxwell Konadu to a pulp

Hearts of Oak fires head coach Martin Koopman

2023/24 GHPL Week 10 Wrap: Chelsea stuns Medeama at home, while Kotoko suffers a third defeat at Samartex

Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum criticises older players for lack of dedication

10-man Medeama beat Legon Cities, Kotoko suffers first home defeat

Armed robbers attack Legon Cities team bus after a draw with Bibiani Gold Stars

Mukwala discusses his connection with striking partner Kalo Ouattara

“We are happy to play at Hohoe Sports Stadium” – Salifu Abdul Fatawu

Dr Kwame Kyei finally responds to Asante Kotoko supporters vandalising his stadium in this video

Hooliganism disrupts Ghana Premier League games

Kotoko denied maximum points as Aduana ended the Olympics’ undefeated streak

Planning puts Evans Adotey under pressure as a Medeama coach

Sherif Mohammed: I wanted my first goal for Kotoko to give us a victory

My dream of playing for Kotoko has come true- Sherif Mohammed

Nations FC coach Kassim Mingle has asked the GFA to replace referee Latif Adaari for the match against Kotoko

‘I am concerned about our defence,’ – Accra Lions manager Ibrahim Tanko after his team conceded seven goals in five games

BetPawa PL WK5: Kotoko defeats Aduana, while Bofoakwa Tano and Gold Stars share spoils

Kwasi Appiah remains Kotoko Sporting Director despite Otumfuor’s permission to coach Sudan

There is no pressure from anybody – Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Narteh ahead of Karela clash

We are building a team that can compete at any level – Prosper Narteh Ogum

Amanda Clinton on the 2023 GFA Elections Controversies: You need to offer them a sense of choice

Official: Asante Kotoko and Hisense renew partnership deal

2023 GFA Elections: George Afriyie heads to CAS over disqualification, seeks injunction from High Court elective congress

‘Disposal jersey’ – NPP MP takes Asante Kotoko to the cleaners over poor jersey quality

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