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January 18, 2024January 18, 2024

No Player Lacks Commitment In The Black Stars – Jordan Ayew

Black Stars forward, Jordan Ayew, says he disagrees with the assertion that the current crop of players for the national team are not committed to Jersey. "Well, first of all, I don't agree with that. No one lacks commitment," Jordan said

January 17, 2024January 17, 2024

‘We Lacked Concentration’ – Jordan Ayew

Black Stars striker Jordan Ayew has expressed his frustration following Ghana’s loss to Cape Verde in their first match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He acknowledged that the team had the game within their grasp, but poor concentration

January 16, 2024January 16, 2024

Joshua Eyes Undisputed Heavyweight Title Ahead Of Ngannou Fight

Anthony Joshua says he is hoping a fight against ex-mixed martial arts fighter Francis Ngannou will lead to a shot at becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. Former heavyweight world champion Joshua will face Ngannou in just his second

January 16, 2024January 16, 2024

Mourinho Sacked As Roma Manager

Jose Mourinho has been sacked as Roma manager with the club ninth in Serie A. The Portuguese, 60, took over in May 2021 and led Roma to the Europa Conference League title a year later and the Europa League final in

January 16, 2024January 16, 2024

Messi Wins Best Male Player At Fifa Best Awards

Argentina forward Lionel Messi has won men's player of the year at the Fifa Best Awards, with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola claiming the men's coach prize in London. Inter Miami's Messi edged out City striker Erling Haaland with Paris St-Germain

January 15, 2024January 15, 2024

Tottenham Fight Back To Earn Draw At Manchester United

Tottenham came back from behind twice in a pulsating Premier League encounter to deny Manchester United a victory in front of new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ratcliffe, attending his first game since a proposed 25% purchase of his boyhood club was

January 15, 2024January 15, 2024

AFCON 2023: Black Stars Suffer Another Humiliating Opener

The Black Stars of Ghana suffered another disheartening start to their AFCON campaign, mirroring their disappointing 2021 performance. Their 2023 AFCON opener ended in a humiliating 1-2 defeat against underdogs Cape Verde on Sunday, 14 January 2024. Cape Verde seized the

January 14, 2024January 14, 2024

Cote D’Ivoire Beat Guinea – Bissau 2-0 In AFCON 2023 Opener

Seko Fofana’s stunning early goal set host Côte d’Ivoire on the way to a 2-0 win over Guinea-Bissau before a euphoric crowd as the Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on Saturday, January 13. Saudi-based Fofana scored within four minutes at

January 12, 2024January 12, 2024

Dortmund Sign Chelsea Defender Maatsen On Loan

Borussia Dortmund have signed Chelsea defender Ian Maatsen on loan for the rest of the season. The 21-year-old has made 15 appearances for Chelsea this term, but just three of those have been starts. The Netherlands Under-21 international spent last season

January 12, 2024January 12, 2024

Israel Slams ICJ Case As A “Libel” Aiming To “Deny Israel The Right To Defend Itself”

Some more now from the International Court of Justice, where Israel described the charge of genocide levelled against it by South Africa as a "libel." “It is respectfully submitted that the application and request should be dismissed for what they are: