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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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Black Starlets arrives in Morocco on U-17 AFCON mission …FA boss charges team to make Ghana proud
The Black Starlets, the national U-17 male team, have safely arrived in Casablanca ahead of the 2026 U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The team departed Accra on Wednesday, travelling with a 35-man contingent made up of 21 players and 14 officials, all focused on delivering a strong campaign on the continental stage.
They completed a smooth five-hour flight to Morocco, where final preparations will continue before the tournament kicks off.
The technical team is expected to fine-tune tactics and build cohesion among the squad as they gear up for the competition.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Mr Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, was present at the Accra International Airport to bid farewell to the team.
Speaking during a brief farewell at the Airport, the FA President urged the team to carry a ‘never say die’ spirit into the competition.
President Simeon-Okraku emphasised the importance of mental strength and unity, particularly in difficult moments during matches. His message was inspired by the team’s recent friendly encounters against Cote d’Ivoire, where they bounced back strongly after an initial defeat.
“I’m very happy that when you lost to Cote d’Ivoire in your first game during your friendly matches, you were able to bounce back—not only to dominate but to outscore them in the second game,” he said. “I read a lot of meaning into that, and I want all of you to keep that in your heads—that, it’s not over until it’s all over,” he added.
The FA president stressed that the ability to respond positively to setbacks would be crucial in a tournament as competitive as the AFCON.
He encouraged the players to stay united and support one another when the pressure intensifies on the continental stage.
“When the chips are down, that’s when we need to hold each other together,” Okraku added. “So go out there and make Ghana proud.”
Ghana will compete in Group D alongside Algeria, Senegal, and South Africa, with their opening match scheduled for Thursday, May 14.
Twenty-three (23) players have been called up for this month’s international friendly against Mexico.
The squad is composed of star players from the domestic league and European leagues who are closely monitored by Coach Carlos Queiroz, as well as U-23 players who will soon represent Ghana in the upcoming Olympic Games qualifiers.
Notable names include Majeed Ashimeru, Felix Afena-Gyan, Razak Simpson, and Birmingham City’s Ibrahim Osman.
Ashimeru returns to action after a long spell on the sidelines due to a muscle injury that limited his appearances at both club and national level.
Also in the team is Felix Afena-Gyan, whose last appearance for Ghana was in May last year when he featured against Trinidad and Tobago in the Unity Cup in London.
Barcelona B’s Abdul Aziz Issah, Ebenezer Annan of AS Saint-Étienne, Ibrahim Osman of Birmingham City, and Paul Reverson of Ajax FC have also been included in the squad.
Midfielder Salim Adams, one of the key players for Ghana Premier League leaders Medeama SC, leads the group of home-based players.
Others are Heart of Lions’ Ebenezer Abban, Ebenezer Adade of Dreams FC, and Nations FC captain Razak Simpson. Ghana will travel to Mexico for the international friendly on Friday, May 22, 2026.
