by Emmanuel Atanga | Feb 1, 2026 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Four Ghanaian coaches have travelled to Wales to take part in a UEFA B Licence Coaching Course organised by the Football Association of Wales (FAW), under an ongoing technical partnership with the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
The coaches selected for the programme are Black Galaxies assistant coach Godwin Ashitey Attram, Black Satellites assistant coach Winfred Dormon, national U-15 head coach Fatawu Salifu, and Hearts of Oak assistant coach Abdulai Gazale. The course is scheduled to run from Thursday, January 29 to Friday, February 20, 2026.
The initiative forms part of a wider collaboration between the FAW and the GFA aimed at enhancing coach education, knowledge sharing, and technical exchange. While the FAW is supporting aspects of the programme, the GFA is fully covering the course fees and flight expenses for the participating coaches.
The UEFA B Licence course will expose the coaches to the FAW’s coaching education framework and international best practices, with expectations that the experience will boost technical expertise and contribute to the long-term growth of coaching and youth development in Ghanaian football.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Feb 1, 2026 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian midfielder Ibrahim Sulemana was full of praise for his teammates after marking a memorable night with his maiden goal for Cagliari Calcio in a commanding 4-0 victory over Hellas Verona.
The 20-year-old, who joined the Serie A side on loan from Atalanta, made an immediate impact after coming on in the 66th minute. Sulemana found the back of the net in the 84th minute, sealing an impressive home win for Cagliari.
Reacting after the match, the midfielder highlighted the collective effort behind the result. “Brilliant team performance last night @CagliariCalcio. Glad to get on the scoresheet,” he posted on social media.
Sulemana’s goal underlined his growing influence since arriving at the club, with supporters praising both his contribution and Cagliari’s dominant display.
With such a strong start, the young Ghanaian appears set to play an important role for Cagliari as he continues to build confidence and momentum in Italian football.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Feb 1, 2026 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Highly rated German-born Ghanaian youngster Charles Herrmann is edging closer to a move to Belgian Pro League side Cercle Brugge in the ongoing January transfer window.
The 20-year-old winger is expected to leave Bundesliga club Borussia Mönchengladbach, with multiple reports from German media confirming advanced talks between the two clubs. Herrmann only joined Mönchengladbach from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2024 on a four-and-a-half-year contract, but is now set for an early exit.
According to Sky Germany, the deal will be a permanent transfer, with Borussia Mönchengladbach set to receive around €1 million plus performance-related bonuses for the talented wide man.
Despite his promise, Herrmann has struggled to fully meet expectations in the Bundesliga this season. He has made 16 appearances across all competitions, registering two goals and three assists.
Herrmann, who is the son of former Ghana international Charles Kwablan Akonnor, remains eligible to represent Ghana at senior international level, even though he has featured for Germany’s youth national teams.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Feb 1, 2026 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo continued his fine scoring form by grabbing his 12th goal of the season in the 44th minute, further increasing his goal tally.
The strike capped off an impressive first-half display, highlighting Semenyo’s growing influence and consistency in front of goal as he continues to deliver for his side.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Feb 1, 2026 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Former AC Milan and Inter Milan midfielder Sulley Muntari has revealed his list of the greatest strikers of all time, sparking debate after leaving out Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan.
The ex-Black Stars midfielder enjoyed a decorated career alongside some of football’s finest forwards. Muntari won the FA Cup with Portsmouth, playing next to Nigerian icon Nwankwo Kanu, before moving to Italy where he lifted Serie A titles and the historic 2010 UEFA Champions League with Inter Milan.
During his time in Italy, Muntari shared the pitch with elite attackers such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Samuel Eto’o and Diego Milito. At international level, he formed a long-standing partnership with Asamoah Gyan for Ghana.
However, when asked to name his best strikers of all time, Muntari selected Samuel Eto’o, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Arsenal legend Thierry Henry, omitting his longtime national teammate.
“My best strikers of all time are Eto’o, Ibrahimovic and Thierry Henry,” Muntari told Sportsblog247.com.
He went on to heap praise on Ibrahimovic, insisting the Swedish star deserved to win the Ballon d’Or during his career.
“Ibrahimovic is a top player. He wins games easily and always demands the best from his teammates. I believe he should have won the Ballon d’Or, but sometimes people don’t like that he speaks his mind,” he said.
Muntari criticises Ghana Premier League
Muntari also expressed frustration with the state of the Ghana Premier League following his return to finish his career with Accra Hearts of Oak in 2021. Despite helping the club win the President Cup, he believes the league lacks direction and proper standards.
“The league has no future. The facilities are poor and the respect is not there. It’s not just one club, it’s everywhere,” he stated.
The Ghana Premier League is currently without a headline sponsor this season.
Muntari ranks Ghana’s best midfielders
In a separate report, Muntari also ranked his top five Ghanaian midfielders of all time, placing himself fourth on the list. He spent over a decade with the Black Stars, playing alongside greats such as Michael Essien and Stephen Appiah.
