by Silas Boahene | Jul 6, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku celebrates Army Ladies’ thrilling triumph in the 2023/24 Women’s FA Cup.
The “Camouflage Ladies” secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against rivals Police Ladies at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
In a statement to Army Ladies’ leadership, President Okraku extended his “warmest congratulations” for their “outstanding victory.”
He acknowledged their “hard work, dedication, and exceptional skill on the field” as key factors in this “remarkable achievement.”
Okraku highlighted the significance of the win, stating: “Winning the Women’s FA Cup is no mean feat. It reflects your resilience, strategic play, and unwavering spirit.”
He further emphasized the team’s role as models: “You have made your club proud and inspired many young girls and women across the nation.”
“This victory is a significant milestone in the history of Army Ladies FC and the development of women’s football in Ghana. Your success highlights the growing strength and competitiveness of women’s football in our country.”
“The Ghana Football Association is immensely proud of your accomplishment and remains committed to supporting the growth and success of women’s football at all levels.”
“As you celebrate this well-deserved triumph, we encourage you to continue striving for excellence and setting new standards in the sport.”
He added, “Once again, congratulations to Army Ladies FC, the players, the coaching staff, and everyone involved in this magnificent journey. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off.”
by Silas Boahene | Jul 6, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Former Ghana midfielder Laryea Kingston has urged coach Otto Addo to adopt a more attacking strategy for the Black Stars as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Drawn in Group F alongside Sudan, Angola, and Niger, Ghana must secure the top spot to advance to the tournament in Morocco.
Kingston, who witnessed the draw, believes an attacking approach is superior to a conservative one.
“Looking at Otto Addo’s last two games with the Black Stars, we got very good results,” Kingston told 3Sports. “I think he should still stick to his plan. I know a lot of people were not happy with the performance [against Mali and CAR]. Performance is very key. Winning is great, but you can’t keep winning without good performances. Otto needs to address this.”
Kingston continued, emphasizing attacking dominance: “He should come into the games aiming to dominate play and secure results. The approach should be simple: perform well and deliver for the country. He shouldn’t be burdened by pressure. The recent results can boost his confidence, but the first-half performances haven’t been convincing.”
“The first halves of the last two games were underwhelming, but the second halves showed a clear transformation. My suggestion is to approach the next games with an attacking mindset, replicating the positive second-half performances,” he concluded.
Kingston, who previously managed the Black Starlets but resigned after their WAFU U17 semi-final defeat, remains invested in the senior team’s success.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 6, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Yaw Preko is set to become the new head coach of Nsoatreman FC after signing a two-year deal with the club, as exclusively reported by Ghana’s leading football website, Sportblog247.com.
Preko takes over from Maxwell Konadu, who left Nsoatreman earlier in the week to join South African second-tier side Black Leopards on a three-year deal. Konadu recently led Nsoatreman to their first-ever trophy, winning the MTN FA Cup, and was set to guide their debut CAF Confederation Cup campaign before parting ways amicably with the club.
Nsoatreman swiftly appointed Preko, who brings a wealth of experience to the role. The former Ghana U-20 coach has previously managed Hearts of Oak, King Faisal, and most recently, Medeama.
Preko will now have the opportunity to lead Nsoatreman’s historic African campaign. In addition to his new role, he will continue his duties as the Ghana U-15 boys national team coach, a position he was appointed to earlier.
Nsoatreman and their fans are excited to see what Preko can bring to the club as they embark on their journey in African football.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 6, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
The Division One League Super Cup will commence on July 29, 2024, in the Brong Ahafo Region, marking the first time this prestigious tournament will be held in the area.
Eight clubs, including zonal champions and runners-up, will compete for the championship title. This year’s event continues the Ghana Football Association’s tradition of rotating the tournament across different regions, allowing each area to showcase its hospitality and passion for football.
The primary objective of the tournament is to prepare zonal champions for their upcoming Premier League experience and to serve as a preparatory platform for other participating teams ahead of the new Division One League season.
The winner will be awarded a trophy, medals, and a cash prize, adding to the excitement and competition. Football enthusiasts can look forward to thrilling matches and a vibrant atmosphere as the top teams from the Division One League vie for glory in the Brong Ahafo football region.
The tournament will run until August 13, 2024.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 6, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
German-born Ghanaian defender Derrick Kohn has resumed pre-season training with Turkish champions Galatasaray in preparation for the upcoming campaign.
The left-back, who joined Galatasaray during the winter transfer window, was instrumental in their league title triumph last season. Kohn joined his teammates at the club’s training complex on Thursday as they began preparations for the new season.
Next week, the team will travel to Austria for further pre-season training, including a series of friendlies at the Raiffeisen Arena. Galatasaray will face Austrian side LASK in their first match, followed by a game against Fortuna Düsseldorf.
They will also play against AC Trencin of Slovakia and Italian clubs Lecce and Parma before returning to Turkey to begin their title defense.
Kohn, born in Germany to Ghanaian parents, remains eligible to represent the Black Stars at the senior level.
