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November 30, 2023November 30, 2023

Bukom Banku Announces Retirement From Boxing

Ghanaian boxer, Braimah Kamoko, popularly known as Bukom Banku, has officially announced his retirement from the sport. The 43-year-old confirmed he is ending his career after long months of not fighting professionally. Bukom Banku rose to fame in 1999 when he

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023

Abedi Pele’s Nania FC Stun Hearts Of Oak In FA Cup Round of 64

Nania FC, a lower division side owned by Ghanaian football legend Abedi Ayew Pele, pulled off a major upset in the MTN FA Cup by eliminating powerhouse club Hearts of Oak in the round of 64. Despite being the underdogs, Nania held their own against Hearts, playing them to

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023

Man United’s Champions League Fate Hangs In Balance After Draw At Galatasaray

Manchester United faced a setback in their Champions League aspirations with a disappointing performance from goalkeeper Andre Onana, allowing Galatasaray to secure a 3-3 draw in a thrilling match in Istanbul. Despite displaying moments of brilliance and holding a two-goal lead on two occasions,

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023

Barcelona Reach Champions League Knockout Stage For First Time Since Messi Era

Barcelona secured their spot in the knockout stages of the Champions League for the first time since the departure of Lionel Messi, thanks to a 2-1 victory over Porto on Tuesday. The Portuguese duo of João Félix and João Cancelo each scored a goal to

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023

Lionel Messi: Inter Miami Forward Is ‘Gripping’ United States, Says Guillem Balague

Roll up, roll up and welcome to the Lionel Messi show, currently the hottest ticket in the USA. A flash in the pan or finally a changing of the guard in American sport? America is in the grip of Messi madness

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

SWAG Swears In New Executives

The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) on Monday inaugurated nine newly-elected executives to lead the organisation for the 2023-2027 term. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Ministry of Youth and Sports Conference Room in Accra. Kwabena Yeboah, a seasoned sports journalist, was sworn in

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

Peace With Hamas ‘Impossible’ – Former Israeli Ambassador

Peace and Hamas "don't go together", says Mark Regev, Israel's former ambassador to the UK. "It is impossible to have peace with Hamas and they have said so publicly," Regev told BBC's Newshour programme on Monday evening. He was likely referring

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

AFCON Trophy Unveiled In Ghana As Countdown To 2023 Tournament Continues

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy was unveiled in Ghana on Monday, November 27, marking a significant milestone in the buildup to the 34th edition of the tournament set to take place in Ivory Coast. The trophy, displayed as part of a tour sponsored by

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

Ronaldo Asks Referee To Overturn Penalty He Won

Cristiano Ronaldo is known for his goalscoring exploits but on Monday night the Al-Nassr forward convinced the referee not to award him a penalty. The 38-year-old went down in the second minute after a challenge in his side's Asian Champions League 0-0 draw with

November 28, 2023November 28, 2023

FIFA Delegation Promotes Women’s Football In Bolgatanga

A FIFA delegation will be in Bolgatanga this week to spread awareness on women's football in Ghana. Women's football has become an important bit of football development across many countries and Ghana has been one of the countries to have taken to the new disposition. In addition to the