Juventus and Werder Bremen have officially completed the transfer of Samuel Mbangula. All documents have been signed and sealed between the two clubs.
The deal is worth €10 million plus an additional €2 million in performance-related add-ons. The talented midfielder is set to put pen to paper on Wednesday to finalize his move to the Italian giants.
FIFA have officially kick-started preparations for the next edition of the expanded Club World Cup in 2029, and according to reports from ESPN, Qatar has emerged as the frontrunner to host the prestigious tournament.
Having previously staged the 2022 World Cup to global acclaim, Qatar looks set to welcome the world’s biggest clubs once again in what promises to be another blockbuster football festival. ✨
Barcelona Atlètic have officially confirmed that Ghanaian sensation Abdul Aziz Issah will remain at the club for another season. The talented winger, who impressed during his first year, has had his loan deal extended for an additional year as Barça look to further his development. Aziz Issah will continue to light up the Johan Cruyff Stadium, adding flair and pace to the side’s attack for the upcoming campaign.
Ghana’s Black Queens boss, Kim Björkegren, is brimming with confidence as his team prepares to battle host nation Morocco in a high-stakes Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) semi-final clash on Tuesday night in Rabat.
Addressing the media ahead of the eagerly awaited fixture, the Swedish tactician highlighted the remarkable progress his side has made under his leadership, insisting the Queens are no longer the same team that fell short against the North Africans in the past.
“We’ve played Morocco before, and yes, we lost — but that was just the beginning,” Björkegren declared. “This is a completely different Ghana team. We have grown technically, we have built our confidence, and now we are battle-hardened.”
Brushing off worries about tight recovery schedules and the demands of travel, the coach reinforced his team’s readiness to rise to the occasion.
“No excuses,” he said firmly. “This is elite football. To become champions, you have to overcome obstacles. We are prepared in every way — tactically, mentally, and physically.”
With Morocco enjoying home advantage and the roar of their supporters, Björkegren hinted that the pressure could work in Ghana’s favour.
“Morocco will have the crowd and the expectations, but that can turn into pressure. We aim to play with freedom and make the most of it,” he concluded.
Ghana’s Black Queens will now look to continue their fairytale run and book a place in the WAFCON final.
In a bid to deepen youth football development, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has officially extended its offseason Youth Football Timeline, pushing the calendar through to November 2025. The move is geared towards enhancing grassroots participation and strengthening developmental pathways for young footballers nationwide.
Initially scheduled to end in October, the expanded programme will now run from August to November 2025, with all matches hosted at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram.
Operating under the inspiring theme “Power to the Youth”, the action kicks off with the Elite U15 Boys Colts Championship from August 25th to 31st, maintaining GFA’s dedication to nurturing young male talent.
The prestigious KGL U17 Colts Boys Inter-Regional Championship, originally set for early August, is now scheduled for September 19th to 28th, bringing together the finest U17 prospects from all 16 regions.
October will highlight the girls’ game with back-to-back competitions—starting with the Elite U15 Girls Inter-Regional Championship from October 5th to 11th, and for the first time, the Elite U17 Girls Colts Championship from October 14th to 19th.
Capping off the extended timeline, the GFA introduces the maiden Second Division Elite U19 Championship, set for October 23rd to November 2nd, exclusively featuring players from regional second division teams.
This revamped calendar solidifies GFA’s commitment to youth empowerment, gender inclusivity, and year-round football engagement.