by Emmanuel Atanga | Mar 11, 2025 | Africa, Europe, International, Nigeria, Soccer
What was meant to be a fairytale wedding for Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface and his Norwegian fiancée, Rikke Ermine, has ended in heartbreak. The couple, who had been together for four years, saw their relationship unravel over a heated disagreement about a prenuptial agreement.
Ermine insisted on a no-prenup marriage, ensuring that, in the event of a divorce, assets would be split equally. Boniface, however, had no objections—because, legally, he owned nothing. All his assets were registered under his mother’s name.
Upon discovering this unexpected detail, Ermine was taken aback. The realization led her to call off both the wedding and their long-term relationship, bringing an abrupt end to what once seemed like a love story destined for forever.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Mar 11, 2025 | AFCON, Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer, World Cup
The echoes of Ghana’s shocking exit from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers still linger, but the Black Stars are determined to turn the page. Assistant coach Desmond Ofei has assured fans that the team has learned from its painful mistakes and is ready to bounce back, starting with the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Ghana endured a nightmare campaign, finishing at the bottom of Group I with just three points from six matches—three defeats and three draws. The disappointing run sparked widespread calls for head coach Otto Addo’s dismissal. However, Ofei insists that the technical team has taken key lessons from their failures and is committed to ensuring a turnaround.
“As we all know, it was a painful moment for us not to qualify for AFCON,” Ofei told Ghana FA media. “But we’ve learned a lot from our mistakes, both on and off the pitch. We are very hungry to rectify the situation.”
The Black Stars now face a crucial opportunity for redemption in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, beginning with a clash against Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium later this month. Ofei remains confident that the team has the quality to deliver a strong performance and restore pride to Ghanaian football.
“We have to look at ourselves first. We have enough quality in the squad to make sure we perform on the day,” he said. “We want to make the Ghanaian fans proud, so it’s very important to give a really good performance against Chad at home. We are going to fight; for us, it’s a final.”
Following the Chad game, Ghana will travel to Morocco to face Madagascar at the Grand Stade d’Al Hoceima on March 24. With the team eager to rebuild trust and momentum, these upcoming fixtures represent a crucial step toward redemption.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Mar 11, 2025 | AFCON, Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer, World Cup
Black Stars coach Otto Addo is gearing up to announce his squad for Ghana’s crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Chad and Madagascar this week.
After failing to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Ghana’s national team faces mounting pressure to redeem themselves. With their sights set on securing a fifth World Cup appearance, the Black Stars will regroup later this month for Matchday five and six of the qualifiers.
Otto Addo’s squad has already been submitted to the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) Executive Council for review, with expectations high for a strong selection. However, the team will be without key players such as Alidu Seidu, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Abdul Mumin, and Daniel Kofi Kyere, all sidelined due to injuries.
Meanwhile, speculation is rife that veteran forward Andre Ayew, absent since Ghana’s AFCON 2023 campaign, could make a return. His younger brother, Jordan Ayew, is expected to captain the side for these vital encounters.
Ghana, currently second in Group I, will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, at 19:00 GMT, before traveling to Morocco to face Madagascar at the Grand Stade d’Al Hoceima on Monday, March 24. These matches could prove decisive in the Black Stars’ quest for a spot at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Mar 11, 2025 | AFCON, Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Former Ghanaian footballer Augustine Ahinful has voiced his frustration over the structure of national team management committees, urging for a more streamlined and accountable system.
Speaking on Accra-based Happy FM, Ahinful criticized the current model, where each national team has its own committee. He believes this approach is counterproductive, slowing down progress and fostering an environment where officials hesitate to challenge the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
“It’s as if no one can speak up. If the FA is doing something wrong, they remain silent because they want to stay on the management team,” he lamented.
Ahinful proposed a shift toward a leaner structure, where only a few individuals oversee multiple teams, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
His comments come in the wake of Ghana’s underwhelming performance in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, prompting the GFA to introduce a new management team. The fresh appointments include GFA Executive Council member Dr. Randy Abbey, former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah, Medeama SC President Moses Armah, FC Samartex President Richard Nsenkyire, and Greater Accra Regional FA Chairman Samuel Aboabire.
While the GFA moves forward with its new committee, Ahinful’s call for a complete restructuring raises a crucial debate about the future of football administration in Ghana.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Mar 11, 2025 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer, World Cup
Antoine Semenyo has been a standout performer for Bournemouth this season, but former Ghana international Matthew Amoah believes a move to Tottenham Hotspur would not be in the forward’s best interest.
The 25-year-old has been in fine form, netting nine goals and providing five assists in 31 appearances across all competitions. His impressive displays have attracted interest from top clubs, including Manchester United, Chelsea, Newcastle United, and Napoli. Reports suggest Tottenham is preparing a €40 million (£33.5 million) bid to sign him.
However, Amoah has questioned the logic behind such a transfer, insisting that Bournemouth currently offers a better platform for Semenyo to thrive.
“With all due respect to Tottenham, if this is the only offer that comes to Semenyo this summer, then he should stay at Bournemouth,” Amoah told Africa Foot.
He went on to emphasize Bournemouth’s stability under manager Andoni Iraola. “Bournemouth are currently a better team on the pitch than Tottenham and seem more stable with a very good coach. So, joining a club that is far behind would be a demotion that makes no footballing sense.”
As Semenyo continues to shine, he is expected to be named in Ghana’s squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar later this month. The question remains—will he stay at Bournemouth or take the risk of a high-profile move?
