Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has officially stepped down as President of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B. This decision comes after his recent appointment as 2nd Vice-President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Okraku cited the increasing demands of his new role at CAF, combined with his ongoing commitments as GFA President, as the reason for his resignation. He expressed gratitude to the WAFU team for their dedication and assured his continued support for the union.
During his tenure, Okraku championed unity and regional growth in West African football, achieving notable progress, including the relocation of WAFU’s headquarters and increased collaboration among member countries. His resignation opens the door for a new leader to build upon his accomplishments and drive the region’s football aspirations forward.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe, a former Ghana Football Association President, is confident that Kurt Okraku has the potential to become the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in the future. According to Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe, Okraku’s path to the CAF presidency is paved with integrity and hard work.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe commended Okraku on his recent appointment as the Second Vice President of CAF, stating that it’s good news for Ghanaian soccer. He emphasized that Okraku’s success will depend on his ability to prioritize CAF’s broader objectives over personal ambition.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe has also advised Okraku to focus on delivering results and limit his talking, suggesting that actions speak louder than words.
Head Coach of the Black Queens, Ghana’s women’s national football team, Kim Lars Björkegren have announced a 32-player squad for a nine-day training camp at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence from May 3rd to 12th. This camp is part of their preparations for the upcoming FIFA window.
The team, led by Coach Kim Lars Björkegren, will use this opportunity to assess additional players ahead of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. Notable players from the Malta Guinness Women’s League, including Police Ladies, Army Ladies, Ampem Darkoa Ladies, and Tamale Super Ladies, will be part of the camp.
Some foreign-based players who missed previous camps will also join. The Black Queens are looking to make a strong impression in the upcoming WAFCON, and this training camp will play a crucial role in their preparations.
The official ticket prices for the Hearts of Oak vs Asante Kotoko super clash in the Ghana Premier League matchday 30 are in:
– Popular Stand: GH¢50
– Centre Line: GH¢80
– Lower VIP: GH¢150
– Upper VIP: GH¢200
– VVIP: GH¢300
These prices have sparked controversy among Ghanaian football fans, who feel that they are too high for a local league match.
Head Coach of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, Karim Zito started that, at this point Asante Kotoko do not need good football now, but they only need to win.
Head Coach of Vision FC, Nana Agyemang says he’s confident of his side staying in the Ghana Premier League, despite being four points clear of the relegation zone.
Real Tamale United and Techiman Eleven Wonders are set to clash in the 2024/25 Access Bank Division One League playoff, with the winner earning a coveted spot in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League. This highly anticipated matchup is the culmination of a thrilling season, with both teams having demonstrated exceptional skill and determination.
Eleven Wonders secured their playoff spot with three games to spare, boasting an impressive record of 14 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses, with 37 goals scored and 17 conceded. Real Tamale United, on the other hand, emerged as the top team in Zone One A, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown between these two divisional powerhouses.
The Women’s Football Festival has been rescheduled to Sunday, May 18, 2025, instead of the original date of Saturday, May 10, 2025. The event, which marks the climax of the Women’s football season, will be held at the University of Ghana Stadium, Legon.
The festival will feature a thrilling doubleheader, consisting of the grand finale of the Women’s FA Cup and the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League 2024/25 season. The Women’s FA Cup final will see Jonina Ladies face off against Faith Ladies, while the Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League Final will pit Ampem Darkoa against Police Ladies.
New GOC President Richard Akpokavie has said that Infrastructure is one of the key things for sports development in Ghana.
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Ghana’s 100m record holder, Benjamin Azamati, will not be part of the country’s contingent at the World Relays in China next month. Azamati was initially named as part of the team, but Joy Sports understands he has opted not to go because of timing constraints.
As a result, Team captain at the Paris Olympics, Joseph Paul Amoah, will lead a new look team, which includes Ibrahim Fuseni and Barnabas Aggerh, who featured for Ghana at last year’s African Games.
The rest of the team includes Sean Safo-Antwi, who returns after missing the Paris Olympics through injury, and Mustapha Bokpin. In form Abdul Rasheed Saminu and Isaac Botsio were both not named due to school commitments.
Ghana have been successful at recent Relay Championships, with a team comprised of Azamati, Amoah, Botsio and Fuseni responsible for booking a place at the Paris Games in last year’s competition in the Bahamas.
The 2025 World Relays will serve as qualification to the World Championships later this year, and will run from May 10-11 in Guangzhou, China.
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