Category: Sports

CAF Inter-Club competitions: Asante Kotoko, Bibiani GoldStars to play home games at Accra Sports Stadium

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved the Accra Sports Stadium to host the inter-club competitions.

With the Baba Yara Stadium now undergoing renovation, Asante Kotoko and Bibiani GoldStars, who will represent Ghana in the 2025/26 CAF interclub competitions, are expected to play their home games at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Kotoko has been paired with Nigeria’s Kwara United while GoldStars, winners of the 2025 Ghana Premier League, face JS Kabylie from Algeria.

The Porcupine Warriors will face Kwara United between September 19 and 21, 2025, while the return leg is scheduled for September 26 to 28 in Nigeria.

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GFA introduces new U-19 player quotas across all leagues

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced new youth player quotas for the 2025/26 season as part of its drive to promote player development and ensure a steady pathway for young talents.

Under the new rules, Ghana Premier League (GPL) clubs must name at least four U-19 players in every matchday squad, with a minimum of two seeing action in each game. Division One League (DOL) teams will be required to include six U-19 players per squad, with at least three starting matches.

The requirement is even higher in Division Two, where clubs must register eight U-19 players in their matchday squads, with a minimum of four in the starting line-up.

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Ronaldo engaged to long-term partner Georgina Rodríguez

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Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has gotten engaged to his long-term partner, Georgina Rodríguez.

She announced the news on social media alongside a picture of a large ring, writing “Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives” in her native Spanish.

No further details have been shared. Ronaldo, who is the most followed person on Instagram, has not yet made a comment about their engagement.

The couple have been together for nine years, after they met at a Gucci shop in Madrid where Rodríguez was working. He was playing at the Spanish club Real Madrid at the time.

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Crystal Palace beat Liverpool on penalties to win Community Shield

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Crystal Palace started the new season with a suddenly familiar feeling, basking in trophy glory as triumphant underdogs at Wembley.

The FA Cup holders beat Premier League champions Liverpool 3-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw to win an enthralling Community Shield on Sunday.

Goalkeeper Dean Henderson was the shootout hero for Palace as he saved from Alexis Mac Allister and Harvey Elliott, while Mohamed Salah sent his kick over the bar.

It allowed 21-year-old midfielder Justin Devenny, sent on as a stoppage-time substitute, to smash the winning penalty past Alisson.

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From: The Management & Staff of Eastern FM 105.1 MHz

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It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we, the entire family of Eastern FM 105.1 MHz, extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who lost their lives in the recent helicopter crash. In this moment of unimaginable grief, we share in your pain and stand with you in spirit. The loss of these precious lives is not only a tragedy to the bereaved families, but also to our community, our nation, and all who cherish the sanctity of life. May the Almighty…

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Former Arsenal Midfielder Thomas Partey Granted Conditional Bail After Facing Multiple Sexual Offence Charges

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EASTERN FM 105.1 MHz has confirmed that Thomas Partey, the 32-year-old Ghanaian professional footballer and former Arsenal midfielder, has been granted conditional bail after being formally charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The charges, which stem from alleged incidents involving three different women, have prompted serious public and legal scrutiny, both in the United Kingdom and internationally. The footballer appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, marking the beginning of what is expected to be a high-profile legal process. Partey, who most recently played…

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See the conditions of Thomas Partey’s bail after he appeared in court today

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Ghanaian international and former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been granted conditional bail after appearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, facing five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.

The 32-year-old, whose contract with Arsenal expired just days ago, stood in the dock with his arms behind his back as the charges, linked to alleged offences committed between 2021 and 2022, were read out during a 15-minute hearing. Partey spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth, and address before being released on bail.

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FIFA Confirms Dates for Ghana’s Crucial September Fixtures in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

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Global football governing body FIFA has officially confirmed the match dates for the September round of qualifiers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Among the key teams in the African qualifiers is Ghana, whose national team, the Black Stars, will face two decisive encounters as part of their campaign to secure a place in the prestigious global tournament. According to the confirmed schedule, Ghana is set to play two crucial fixtures in September 2025 — one away…

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🔥 Alexander Isak’s Absence Sparks Confusion at Newcastle Amid Liverpool’s Rejected £110M Bid

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Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has broken his silence on the swirling uncertainty surrounding star striker Alexander Isak, acknowledging that he has been left in the dark about the Swedish international’s current status — both physically and professionally. This revelation comes in the wake of a surprise £110 million bid from Liverpool, which was reportedly rejected outright by Newcastle’s top brass. Isak, 25, has been noticeably absent from Newcastle’s pre-season tour of Asia, initially ruled out with what the club described as a “minor thigh injury.” However, what was meant…

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Achraf Hakimi rape case: French prosecutors demand criminal trial for PSG star

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French prosecutors have requested that Moroccan football star and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) full-back, Achraf Hakimi, be put on trial over allegations that he raped a 24-year-old woman in February 2023; a claim the player firmly denies.

In a statement to AFP on Friday, the Nanterre prosecutor’s office said it had formally asked the investigating judge to refer the case to a criminal court. 

“It is now up to the investigating magistrate to make a decision within the framework of his order,” the prosecutor’s office confirmed.

Hakimi, 26, was initially charged with rape in March 2023 following a complaint by the woman, who alleged that the footballer invited her to his home in Boulogne-Billancourt, a suburb of Paris, after connecting on Instagram.

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