by Silas Boahene | Sep 12, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Black Stars head coach Otto Addo is set to attend the CAF Coaches Symposium in Abidjan, CĂ´te d’Ivoire, on September 12 and 13. The symposium will focus on key discussions about the 2023 AFCON, which was held earlier this year. Addo, who replaced Chris Hughton after Ghana’s group stage exit from the 2023 AFCON, faces mounting pressure following a poor start in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, where Ghana lost 1-0 to Angola and drew 1-1 with Niger. Ghana currently sits third in Group F with just one point, trailing Angola and Sudan. Top coaches such as Pedro Goncalves, Emerse FaĂ©, Collin Benjamin, and Avram Grant are also expected to attend.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 12, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Angola’s head coach, Pedro Goncalves, has urged for cautious optimism despite leading the Black Sable Antelopes to an impressive start in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Following Angola’s 1-0 victory against Ghana at the Baba Yara Stadium and a 2-1 win over Sudan in Luanda, Goncalves emphasized that while the team is in a strong position to qualify for the tournament in Morocco, they are not yet at the pinnacle of African football.
In an interview with azscore, Goncalves expressed satisfaction with the victories but cautioned against unrealistic expectations, stating, “We have much to develop, and we are not yet at the pinnacle of African football…not in terms of sporting prowess, logistics, or operations.”
Angola, currently well-positioned in the qualifiers, will face Niger on October 7, with a win likely securing their place at the 2025 AFCON.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 12, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Wisdom Kobena Woyome, Chairman of Ghana’s Parliament Select Committee for Youth, Sports, and Tourism, expressed his desire for stronger performances from the Black Stars in their 2025 AFCON qualifiers. In an interview with ChannelOne Sports, following Ghana’s 1-0 loss to Angola and 1-1 draw with Niger, Woyome highlighted the need for greater commitment from the players. He noted that despite playing on the same conditions as their opponents, Ghana could have done more, especially when playing in front of their home crowd. Woyome also emphasized his disappointment with the result against Niger, which he had hoped would be a smooth victory to solidify Ghana’s position in Group F.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 12, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Wisdom Kobena Woyome, Chairman of Ghana’s Parliament Select Committee for Youth, Sports, and Tourism, has voiced his disappointment following CAF’s decision to deem the Baba Yara Stadium unfit to host international football matches. The ruling, issued on Wednesday, September 11, means Ghana’s upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifier games against Sudan, scheduled for October 11 and 15, will now be held outside the country.
With the Black Stars needing a win after recent poor performances, the ruling has sparked frustration. In an interview with ChannelOne Sports, Woyome criticized the handling of renovations at both the Baba Yara and Ohene Djan (Accra) Sports Stadiums, suggesting that funds allocated for the upgrades were misused. He called for a paradigm shift in addressing these issues to prevent such situations in the future.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 12, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Ghana, International
The 2024 KGL Foundation Millennium Marathon, held on Saturday, September 7, was a resounding success, attracting over 10,000 participants. Mr. Ernest Buamah of the Millennium Marathon Company highlighted the significant increase in foreign runners, noting that the race is ranked on the World Athletics calendar. He expressed optimism about achieving Label Status in the future, which would further elevate the event.
Kenyan runner Bernard Cheriyout Sang claimed victory in the Male Category of the Half Marathon, finishing with a time of 1:04:42:14. Fellow Kenyans Joseph Kiprono and Moses Bokien followed closely in second and third places, respectively.
In the Women’s category, Clementina Chelangt won with a time of 1:13:22:27, while Cheptoeck Careen secured second place. Ghana’s Sakat Juliana Lariba of the Armed Forces took third with a time of 1:16:12:40.
The event featured two main races—a 5km fun run and a competitive 21km race—drawing participants from schools and African countries like Togo, Nigeria, Ivory Coast, Kenya, and Ethiopia. The top 25 runners were awarded prizes for their efforts, and custom-branded medals and wristbands were distributed to commemorate the occasion.
The event also included live music, food stalls, and interactive games, creating a lively atmosphere at Independence Square. The KGL Foundation, title sponsor of the marathon, emphasized its commitment to promoting health and well-being through sports, aligning with its broader mission to uplift Ghanaian communities.
Mr. Nii Annorbah-Sarpei, Programmes Manager of the KGL Foundation, presented the ultimate prize to the 21km winner, reaffirming the foundation’s dedication to fostering healthy initiatives and sporting events across Ghana.
