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Nigeria defeat Japan to claim first FIFA U17 Women's World Cup crown
Nigeria made history after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final of the 2026 FIFA U17 Women's World Cup on Saturday evening. Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku powered the Flamingos to victory in the encounter pl
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Egyptian King Salah Settles Into Black Sea Life at Trabzonspor
Africa's most marketable footballer has traded Anfield for Turkey's Black Sea coast, and Trabzon is embracing its new Egyptian King.
Ghana-eligible striker Michael Gyasi lands loan move to Telford United
German-Ghanaian forward Michael Gyasi has joined National League side AFC Telford United on loan from Bedford Town until the end of the season.
Agyei Strikes Early as Kocaelispor Stun Eyupspor Away
Ghana's Daniel Agyei struck inside five minutes to power Kocaelispor to a commanding 2-0 away win over Eyupspor in the Turkish Super Lig.
Abagna Nets as Ordabasy Crush Kaysar to Win Kazakhstan Cup
Ghana's David Abagna scored in Ordabasy's 4-1 demolition of Kaysar, sealing the 2026 Kazakhstan Cup at Turkestan Arena.
Ampofo's Header Sinks Hobro as Esbjerg Grind Out Away Win
Ghana's James Ampofo rose highest in the 25th minute to power Esbjerg fB to a hard-fought 1-0 win at Hobro in the Danish First Division.
Adu-Poku fires Newport past Walsall in FA Cup comeback
English-Ghanaian midfielder Michael Adu-Poku struck in a thrilling 3-1 comeback as Newport County powered into the FA Cup second round.
Baidoo Scores on Return as Plymouth Rout Alvechurch in FA Cup
Ghana's Michael Baidoo bagged his first Plymouth goal off the bench as Argyle swept past Alvechurch 4-0 into the FA Cup second round.
Jordan Ayew nets first Blades goal, but Charlton snatch 2-1 win
Ghana captain Jordan Ayew opened his Sheffield United account with a header, but Matty Godden's late strike handed Charlton a 2-1 Championship win.
Scotland lose Stephen Welsh, call up Ryan Porteous for Nations League
Swansea's Stephen Welsh is out of Scotland's squad, and Los Angeles centre-back Ryan Porteous comes in for the Nations League double-header.
Leicester Survive Oxford City Scare to Reach FA Cup Second Round
Former champions Leicester City dodged a giant-killing, beating sixth-tier Oxford City 4-2 at the MGroup Stadium to book their FA Cup second-round spot.
JJ Gabriel Declares Ballon d'Or Dream as Real Madrid Move Nears
Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel is aiming for football's biggest individual prize, and a Real Madrid move could be the next step.
Fuseini Assist Sparks Derby County Comeback Win Over Bolton
Ghana's Mohammed Fuseini set up a second-half equaliser as Derby roared back from 1-0 down to beat Bolton 3-1 at Pride Park.
Adjei Sets Up Opener as Hammarby Crush Elfsborg 4-1 in Allsvenskan
Ghana's Frank Junior Adjei created the breakthrough goal and ran the midfield as Hammarby swept aside Elfsborg at the 3Arena.
Rak-Sakyi Sets Up Opener as Kasimpasa Down Gaziantep 2-0
Ghana's Jesurun Rak-Sakyi created the opening goal in the third minute as Kasimpasa cruised to a 2-0 away win in the Turkish Super Lig.
Tuchel Leaves Out Cole Palmer: Can the Chelsea Star Fight Back?
Cole Palmer's omission from Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad has raised a big question about where the Chelsea playmaker fits in the new era.
Amuzu's Free-Kick Stunner Not Enough as Flamengo Floor Gremio
Ghana's Francis Amuzu came off the bench to curl in a free-kick for Gremio, but Flamengo's first-half blitz sealed a 3-1 win at the Maracana.
Bellingham Brothers Unite: Jobe Earns England Senior Call-Up Alongside Jude
Jobe Bellingham joins big brother Jude in the England senior squad, a call-up that has been years in the making.
Jorge Jesus Was as Stunned as Everyone Else by Ronaldo's Portugal Exit
Portugal boss Jorge Jesus says he got no heads-up before Cristiano Ronaldo called time on his international career.
Only 5 of 31 Ghana World Cup raffle winners got US visas, says Sports Minister
Sports Minister Kofi Adams says 26 raffle winners missed out on World Cup travel, and the government is now working on a compensation package.
Forestieri Eyes FA Cup Upset as Oxford City Face Leicester
Fernando Forestieri has faced Messi and Ronaldo, and now he wants to lead non-league Oxford City to a giant-killing over Leicester City in the FA Cup.
Tuchel's Palmer Dilemma Headlines England's Final Squad Call of the Year
With Cole Palmer's fitness under review, Thomas Tuchel faces a string of tough selection calls before England's last Nations League games of the year.
Tenerife Fans Gather to Mourn Striker Jesus de Miguel
Supporters came together in grief to honour Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, who died after a serious injury in a Spanish second-division match.
Duran and Osmand Light Up Celtic as Hogh's Place Comes Into Question
Camilo Duran is looking like Celtic's best option through the middle, and that leaves Martin O'Neill with a selection puzzle around Hogh.
Deschamps Shuts Door on Man Utd Job as Arsenal Eye Tresoldi
Didier Deschamps reportedly has no interest in the Old Trafford hot seat, while Arsenal are tracking Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi.
Africa Reacts as Ronaldo Walks Away From Portugal
From Accra to Casablanca, fans react to Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal exit, the end of an era that touched every corner of the global game.
Kane's Bayern Deal Shelves Shearer Chase but Fuels England Dreams
Kane's new Bayern contract likely closes his Premier League story, but it keeps him in prime shape to chase England glory.
Ronaldo Calls Time on Portugal Career in a Bittersweet Farewell
Cristiano Ronaldo has retired from international football, closing a Portugal chapter that reshaped the nation's place in the world game.
Ronaldo Retires From Portugal Duty After 23 Years and 146 Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo has called time on his Portugal career, passing the famous number seven shirt to the next generation.
Laura Kaminski Lands Norwegian League and Cup Double
Englishwoman Laura Kaminski has conquered Norway with a league and cup double, and the next question is where her coaching career goes from here.
Japan's Kozo Tashima Enters Ring to Challenge Infantino for FIFA Presidency
Kozo Tashima has declared he will run for FIFA president, setting up a direct challenge to incumbent Gianni Infantino.
Ronaldo Retires From Portugal Duty After 23 Years of Glory
Cristiano Ronaldo has hung up his Portugal boots, ending a 23-year international run as the Seleção's all-time leading scorer.
Ronaldo Calls Time on Portugal Career, Closing a Global Football Era
Cristiano Ronaldo says he is retiring from international football, ending a Portugal chapter that crossed paths with Africa again and again.
Kane Locks In Bayern Future With New Deal Through 2029
England captain Harry Kane has committed his prime years to Bayern Munich, signing a fresh contract that keeps him in Bavaria until 2029.
Wilson Returns as Wales Hand Uncapped Keeper Joe Duncan First Call
Harry Wilson is back in the Wales squad, and goalkeeper Joe Duncan gets his first senior call-up for the Norway and Portugal tests.
Ghana's Kelvin Frimpong Scores as Viking U19 Crush Sabah 5-0 in Youth League
Ghanaian striker Kelvin Frimpong found the net early as Viking FK U19 thrashed Sabah 5-0 in the UEFA Youth League.
Sean Adarkwa Scores and Assists as Woking Sink Birmingham U21
English-Ghanaian forward Sean Adarkwa found the net and set up another goal as Woking beat Birmingham City U21 3-1 to reach the National League Cup last eight.
Ghana's Minority Wants Sports Minister Grilled Over World Cup Visa Row
Ghana's Minority caucus is moving to haul Sports Minister Kofi Adams before Parliament over alleged visa fraud tied to the 2026 World Cup.
Rafael Nadal set for Real Madrid boardroom move
Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is heading from the clay courts to the Bernabéu boardroom, with Real Madrid set to add a famous fan to their board.
Andorra Team-Mate Defends Owono After Tenerife Star Jesus de Miguel's Death
Andorra keeper Jesus Owono is 'deeply affected' by Jesus de Miguel's death, and a team-mate says he would never intentionally hurt anyone.
Real Madrid Make Man Utd Teen JJ Gabriel Their Next Big Target
Real Madrid are leading the chase for 16-year-old Manchester United forward JJ Gabriel, and they reportedly feel good about landing him.
Champions League pays tribute to late Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel
Tuesday's Champions League fixtures turned into a night of remembrance for Tenerife forward Jesus de Miguel, who died after a collision on the pitch.
Baah sets up Quiñones as Al-Qadsiah thrash Al-Gharafa 5-0 in Asia
Ghana's Christopher Baah supplied a pinpoint cross for Quiñones as Al-Qadsiah romped to a 5-0 away win in the AFC Champions League Elite.
Prince Ampem scores, assists as Shanghai Port down Newcastle Jets 4-2
Ghana's Prince Ampem set up one goal and scored another as Shanghai Port won 4-2 at Newcastle Jets in the AFC Champions League Elite.
Pocognoli: Scotland need a tidy-up, not a rebuild
After a mixed first camp in charge, Scotland's new boss says fine-tuning, not wholesale change, will get his side ready as the Euros edge closer.
McTominay, Tierney and Adams return as Penrice gets first Scotland call
Scotland welcome back three big names and a fresh face for their closing Nations League games against North Macedonia and Switzerland.
PSG Eye Ghana Teen Prince Amoako Junior After Nordsjælland Rise
Ghana's 19-year-old winger Prince Amoako Junior is reportedly on Paris Saint-Germain's radar after a bright start to life in Denmark.
Mee and Kenny Earn First Northern Ireland Call-Ups
Manchester United keeper Dermot Mee and Portsmouth's Eoin Kenny get their first senior Northern Ireland nods for November's Nations League clashes.
Opoku Shines as Swansea Rout Blackburn and Land Championship Team of the Week Spot
Ghana's Joseph Opoku bagged a goal and an assist in Swansea's 4-0 demolition of Blackburn, earning a place in the Championship Team of the Week.
Pocognoli Faces Big Calls as He Picks Second Scotland Squad
Sebastien Pocognoli names his second Scotland squad on Tuesday, and several selection puzzles need solving before he does.
Samson Adamu appointed CAF secretary-general
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reached another milestone following the appointment of Nigerian Samson Adamu as permanent secretary general of the African body with
Chelsea Rout Rivals, Arsenal Snatch Late Leveller in WSL Matchweek Eight
Chelsea turned on the power and Arsenal pulled a stoppage-time-style rescue act as Women's Super League matchweek eight delivered goals and drama.
Morocco Emerge as Contenders to Host 2029 Club World Cup
Morocco are reportedly in FIFA's frame to stage the 2029 Club World Cup, a year before co-hosting the 2030 World Cup.
Everton's Young Guns Step Up and Make Grealish's Absence Fade
With Jack Grealish out of the picture, Everton's emerging talents are seizing the moment and reshaping the Toffees' season.
Abdulai Scores, Wins MOTM as Dunfermline Rout Inverness 5-1
Ghana's Nurudeen Abdulai grabbed his first league goal of the season and the match award as Dunfermline battered Inverness in the Scottish Championship.
Scott Bain stonewalls Celtic as Falkirk win and Scotland call-up hopes rise
Scott Bain shut out his old club Celtic in a standout Falkirk win, and the timing could hardly be better for his Scotland squad ambitions.
Hibs Beat Late Heartbreak to Book League Cup Final Date With Rangers
Hibernian finally dodged a cruel late twist in the Edinburgh derby and now have a League Cup final against Rangers to look forward to.
Teen, 14, hands himself to police over Bradley Lowery taunt video
A 14-year-old has come forward to West Midlands Police after Coventry City launched an investigation into a video taunting Sunderland fans.
Celtic Stumble Again: Is O'Neill's Side Sliding Backwards?
Six defeats in 10 and a second league loss have Celtic under the microscope, but Martin O'Neill refuses to hit the panic button.
Rahim Ibrahim bags fifth of the season as Slovan Bratislava edge Podbrezova
Ghana's Rahim Ibrahim hit a career-best fifth goal in nine games to help Slovan Bratislava beat Podbrezova 2-1 in the Slovak Super Liga.
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