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February 11, 2025February 11, 2025

Sam Kerr Acquitted of Racial Harassment Charges

London, England – Chelsea football star Sam Kerr has been found not guilty of racially aggravated harassment. A jury at Kingston Crown Court cleared Kerr in relation to an incident that occurred in Twickenham, southwest London, on January 30, 2023. Kerr,

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025

Espanyol Accuses Barcelona’s Leon of Inappropriate Contact During Match

Barcelona, Spain – Espanyol has lodged a complaint against Barcelona defender Mapi Leon, accusing her of "violating the privacy" of their player, Daniela Caracas, during a recent Liga F derby. The incident occurred in the 15th minute of Sunday's match when

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025

Kotoko to Hold One-Week Observance for Slain Fan Nana Pooley

Kumasi, Ghana – Asante Kotoko will hold a one-week observance for their late supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, known as Nana Pooley. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Heroes Park from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The

February 10, 2025

Rivals United in Grief: Hearts and Kotoko Fans Stand Together for Nana Pooley

Kumasi, Ghana – In a powerful display of unity, fans of Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak set aside their historic rivalry to honor the memory of Kotoko supporter, Nana Pooley, at a vigil held Sunday at Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

February 10, 2025February 10, 2025

Kotoko IMC Chair Appeals for Calm, Trust in Justice System After Fan’s Tragic Death

Kumasi, Ghana – Nana Akwasi Apinkra Awuah, Chairman of Asante Kotoko's Interim Management Committee (IMC), has urged fans to remain calm and trust the legal process following the tragic death of supporter Francis Frimpong (Nana Pooley). Pooley was fatally stabbed during

February 10, 2025February 10, 2025

Sports Minister To GFA: Fiscal Discipline Key To Rebuilding Trust and Growing Football

Accra, Ghana – Sports Minister Kofi Adams has urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to prioritize fiscal discipline and align its operations with national directives to ensure sustainable growth for the sport. He emphasized the need to rebuild trust with fans

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

Ghana Premier League Clubs Commit to Enhanced Matchday Security

Accra, Ghana – All 18 clubs in the Ghana Premier League have pledged to adhere to enhanced matchday security protocols following an emergency meeting at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) headquarters on Thursday, February 6, 2025. This decision comes amidst growing

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

Kotoko Supporters’ Group Boycotts GFA Meeting On Fan Safety

Accra, Ghana – The Kotoko National Circles Council (NCC) has announced its decision to boycott a crucial meeting organized by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to address supporter safety at football matches. The meeting, intended to bring together key stakeholders, including

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

Alvarez-Crawford Super-Fight Confirmed in Saudi Arabia

Mexico City/Riyadh - Saul "Canelo" Alvarez has agreed to a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Season, setting the stage for a highly anticipated super-fight with American Terence Crawford in September. Alvarez will first compete in Saudi Arabia in May before

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025

Neymar Makes Emotional Return To Santos After 12 Years

Santos, Brazil - Neymar described the feeling of playing for Santos again after 12 years as "indescribable." The Brazilian striker returned to his boyhood club on January 31st from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal. Neymar, who left Santos to join Barcelona in