by Silas Boahene | Aug 14, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
National Democratic Congress (NDC) Flagbearer for the 2024 Ghana Presidential Elections, John Dramani Mahama, has emphasized the need for an organic approach to building Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars. Speaking at a rally at the Bukom Boxing Arena, Mahama called for the revival of inter-school football, the Milo Championships, and Academicals to better scout and develop young talent. He noted that while Ghanaian players possess individual skills, they lack cohesion as a team, which is essential for long-term success. Mahama’s vision includes creating a more unified and strategically developed team to improve performance on the international stage.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 14, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana
National Democratic Congress (NDC) Flagbearer for the 2024 Presidential Elections, John Dramani Mahama, has promised to “fully activate” the SSNIT Sports Emporium, commonly known as the Bukom Boxing Arena, if his party is voted into power. Speaking at a recent rally held at the Arena, Mahama emphasized that, despite its use since its commissioning in 2016, the facility has not yet realized its full potential. He highlighted plans to enhance the Arena’s multipurpose capabilities, including its gym, hostel, restaurant, and educational facilities, to support the training and development of young boxers from across the country.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 14, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghana’s national under-20 women’s football team, the Black Princesses, have departed Accra for Colombia as they prepare to compete in the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. This marks the team’s seventh consecutive appearance at the tournament.
The Black Princesses recently moved their training camp from Cape Coast to Accra, where they played a final preparatory match against Avenor All Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup will take place in Colombia from August 31 to September 22, 2024. Ghana’s campaign begins on September 2 with a match against Austria, followed by group E fixtures against Japan and New Zealand.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 14, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Leicester City has reportedly made a ÂŁ4 million bid for Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew, according to the Daily Mail. With Ayew entering the final year of his contract at Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace is open to offers for the 32-year-old attacker, who has made 274 appearances for the club.
Leicester, newly promoted to the Premier League, is eager to add Ayew’s experience to their squad. Manager Steve Cooper is said to be a fan of the forward, and the bid is reportedly close to Palace’s valuation. The Eagles are now considering whether to accept the offer. Should the clubs agree on a fee, Leicester will still need to negotiate personal terms with Ayew to finalize the transfer.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 14, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, Other Sports
Ghana’s national armwrestling team, the Golden Arms, is gearing up to compete in the 45th World Armwrestling Championship in Chisinau, Moldova, from August 15-25, 2024. The team includes standout athletes like double gold medalist and African champion Grace Minta, along with Edward Yamoah Asamoah, Blessing Abeka Nunoo, and Godwin Sackey.
Led by Charles Osei Asibey, President of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation and Africa Armwrestling, the team will depart on August 15. Despite limited funding reducing the team’s size, Osei Asibey expressed optimism about the opportunity for valuable international exposure.
The championship, hosted by the Moldovan National Sport Federation of Armwrestling, will feature over 1,500 competitors from more than 60 countries, with events broadcast live on the Olympic Channel and WAF YouTube Channel.
