Sports Archives - Page 15 of 67

September 25, 2024September 24, 2024

Sports Minister Criticizes NSA for Stadium Rental Ahead of AFCON Qualifier

Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has expressed his disappointment with the National Sports Authority (NSA) for renting out the Baba Yara Stadium just weeks before Ghana's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The stadium was rented out for a five-day religious program

September 25, 2024September 24, 2024

Lebanon’s Football League Postponed Amidst Escalating Violence

In light of the escalating violence in Lebanon, the Lebanese Football Association (LFA) has indefinitely postponed all domestic football matches. The decision comes in response to recent attacks by Israel in southern Lebanon, which have heightened fears of an all-out war.

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

AG Champions African Sovereignty Through Arbitration Reform.

Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has called for critical reforms to the legal regulatory processes governing international arbitration in Africa. Speaking at the International Bar Association’s annual conference in Mexico City on Thursday, Dame stressed the growing impact

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Arteta Demands Evidence Amid ‘Dark Arts’ Allegations

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says his side's tactics in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Manchester City were "normal". The Gunners conceded a 98th-minute equaliser at Etihad Stadium, having been reduced to 10 men following Leandro Trossard's sending off in first-half stoppage time. Arsenal were

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Friedkin Group Agrees Deal To Buy Everton

The Friedkin Group has reached an agreement to buy Farhad Moshiri's majority 94% stake in Everton. The deal is subject to regulatory approval from the Premier League, the Football Association and the Financial Conduct Authority. It is believed to be worth

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Barcelona’s Ter Stegen Has Successful Knee Surgery

Barcelona goalkeeper and captain Marc-Andre ter Stegen had successful knee surgery on Monday after suffering a ruptured patella tendon during Sunday's La Liga victory against Villarreal. The Germany international was carried off on a stretcher during the first half after his right

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024

How Haaland Reached 100 Manchester City Goals

Erling Haaland reached the latest landmark of his career as he hit his 100th goal for Manchester City in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Arsenal. The Norway striker was making his 105th appearance - and his 100th start - in

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024

Player Charged After £600k ‘Weed’ Seized

Professional footballer, Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, has appeared in court after he was charged with orchestrating the attempted importation of drugs. The 33-year-old striker, who currently plays for Greenock Morton, was arrested at his home in Gourock, near Glasgow, on Wednesday and taken

September 19, 2024September 18, 2024

Dr. Bitugu Calls for Paradigm Shift in Sports Approach

Former Director of the Sports Directorate at the University of Ghana, Dr. Bella Bello Bitugu, has urged a shift in societal perception of sports. He believes that sports offers much more than just competitive achievements. Speaking at the opening ceremony of

September 19, 2024September 18, 2024

Former Sports Minister Slams Ghana’s Sports Infrastructure Crisis

Former Sports Minister, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, considers the recent challenges within Ghana’s sports sector a source of national embarrassment, particularly after the dismissal of the Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The country’s sports infrastructure has been heavily criticized,