Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has spoken out against claims that players born abroad struggle to excel for the Black Stars due to an inability to “fit in” or adapt to Ghanaian culture. According to Essien, such criticisms are unfounded and unhelpful. Spain-born forward Iñaki Williams has been a key target of this narrative. Despite…
Head coach of Manchester City, Pep Guardiola has reportedly parted ways with his wife, Cristina Serra, following his decision to extend his contract with the club. According to podcasters Laura Fa and Lorenza Vazquez, who shared the news on their El Periodico show, the choice to commit to Manchester City after months of deliberation was…
Ghanaian winger Kamaldeen Sulemana delivered a standout performance for Southampton in their Premier League clash against Manchester United on Thursday, January 17, 2025. Despite his efforts, Sulemana was unable to find the back of the net, narrowly missing several opportunities that could have resulted in a hat-trick. Sulemana proved a constant threat, repeatedly outpacing United’s…
Thomas Partey garnered extensive acclaim online following a remarkable performance in Arsenal’s Premier League match against Tottenham on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Despite a rocky start marked by a defensive oversight that allowed Tottenham to score from a set piece, Partey quickly turned things around. Arsenal fans initially criticized his lapse in tracking back, which…
West Ham manager Graham Potter addressed the decision to substitute Mohammed Kudus during the team’s 2-1 victory over Fulham on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Kudus was replaced by Danny Ings shortly after the hour mark, a move that stirred controversy among supporters who questioned the call to bench the Ghanaian midfielder. Explaining his rationale, Potter,…
Former Hearts of Oak striker Prince Tagoe laid his mother to rest over the weekend, drawing support from several Ghanaian football legends who joined him for the solemn occasion. Images shared online showcased the presence of both retired and active footballers who came together to stand by their colleague during this difficult time. Among those…
Dutch forward Memphis Depay has shed light on his decision to join Brazilian club Corinthians, citing the cultural similarities between Brazil and Ghana as a key factor. The 30-year-old signed a two-year contract with the São Paulo-based team in September, following a stint with Atletico Madrid. Depay, who is well-known for his philanthropic work and…
Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey has earned a spot in the BBC English Premier League Team of the Week following his impressive performance against Leicester City. The Brighton and Hove Albion right-back made an impact by scoring a stunning goal to open the scoring in a thrilling 2-2 draw at the King Power Stadium on Sunday.…
Former English footballer, Troy Deeney has lauded Thomas Partey for his versatility after the Ghanaian midfielder’s stellar performance in Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over AS Monaco in the UEFA Champions League. Speaking on SkySports, Deeney highlighted Partey’s ability to seamlessly step into different roles when needed. “He steps in, and every time they ask him to…
Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has called on Ghanaians to rally behind the incoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) government following a peaceful election process. The NDC, led by John Dramani Mahama, secured a decisive victory over the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections. Mahama’s return to the presidency marks the…