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Ghana Premier League Week 1 roundup
Asante Kotoko beat Karela United FC 1-0 thanks to a first half strike from Albert Amoah in their opening match of the 2024-25 Ghana Premier League campaign.
Amoah rattled home the decisive goal in the 35th minute at the Naa Sheriga Sports Complex in Nalerigu on Sunday September 8, 2024.
Coach Dr. Prosper Nartey Ogum’s side created a succession of chances to take the lead in the first half as United failed to make home advantage count.
The Porcupine Warriors are now off the mark in pursuit of wrestling the Premier League title from FC Samartex 1996 in a season which is just started.
Elsewhere, Prince Tweneboah scored Basake Holy Stars first ever Premier League goal in their 1-0 win at giants Accra Hearts of Oak in their debut 2024-25 campaign.
The forward scored with a thumping header as early as the second minute to separate the two sides at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday September 8, 2024.
Basake Holy Stars are off the mark in their debut campaign in the Ghanaian top-flight, recording a famous win in the capital against the former African champions.
Nsoatreman FC moved top of the Premier League table after a comfortable 2-0 win over Young Apostles FC at home on Sunday.
A goal in each half propelled Yaw Preko’s side to their first win of the new season at the Nana Konamansah Park.
Mohammed Abdul Rahman opened the scoring for the home side before Collins Kofi Kudjoe added the second on the stroke of full time from a superb free kick.
Nations FC and Bechem United sold out an entertaining 0-0 draw at the Dr. Kwame Kye Sports Complex.
Coach Kassim Mingle failed to break down his former club as they shared the spoils in a close contest at Abrankese.
Aduana FC left it late to draw 1-1 at home to Heart of Lions at home on Sunday September 8, 2024.
Emmanuel Marfo scored in the 90th minute to cancel Mustapha Yakubu’s 80th minute strike as the two teams shared the points at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park.
GoldStars FC fought back to beat Legon Cities 2-1 at the Duns Park in Bibiani on Sunday.
The miners went ahead courtesy Samuel Atta Kumi’s 2nd minute strike before Dennis Adomah equalised two minutes into the second half.
Gideon Anaba scored the match-winner in the 72nd minute to help GoldStars FC record their first win of the 2024-25 Premier League season.
Medeama SC will take on Accra Lions to conclude Matchday-1 of the Ghana Premier League, scheduled for 18:00GMT (6pm local time) at the TnA Stadium.
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National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan visits Black Queens training, rallies team ahead of WAFCON
National Teams Ambassador, Asamoah Gyan, paid a visit to the Black Queens during training on Wednesday.
The former Black Stars striker offered words of encouragement as the team continued preparations for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
He congratulated the players and technical team for securing qualification to the continental showpiece and urged the team to remain focused, give their best whenever they step onto the pitch and to continue working hard.
The visit marked one of Gyan’s first engagements with a national team since his appointment as Ambassador for Ghana’s national teams.
He also assured the players of his commitment to supporting and motivating the team as they build towards WAFCON.
Gyan’s presence was warmly received by the players and technical staff, with the football icon sharing his experience and inspiring the squad as well.
The Black Queens are currently in camp in Accra as the team continue preparations under coach Kim Lars Björkegren.
Black Princesses captain, Linda Owusu Ansah has received a late call-up to the Black Queens camp for the June FIFA Women’s international window.
Owusu Ansah replaces Alexandre Emefa Tay, who has been excused from camp due to academic commitments.
The talented midfielder, who previously featured for Ampem Darkoa Ladies, captained Ghana’s Black Princesses (U-20) and has been recognized as one of the country’s promising young talents.
Her call-up comes shortly after completing a move to AFC Toronto in Canada, marking another important milestone in her growing career.
Linda has joined the rest of the squad in Accra as preparations continue under Head Coach Kim Lars Björkegren.
