The Nigerian U-17 women's national team, the Flamingos, has made global sports history by defeating Japan to become the first African nation to lift a FIFA women's world title. Forward Oluebube Umejiaku secured the tournament's MVP award after netting the sensational match-winning goal to seal the global crown for the Flamingos.
Portugal captain and football icon Cristiano Ronaldo has formally announced his retirement from international football, bringing a legendary 23-year career with the Seleção to a close. The 41-year-old forward departs the international arena as the men's all-time record holder for both appearances and goals, leaving an immortal legacy that includes leading his country to historic European Championship and Nations League triumphs.
National authorities have launched a formal criminal probe into possible involuntary manslaughter after the 30-year-old striker tragically passed away following an on-field collision. Matches across Spain have been postponed as the European football community rallies around Tenerife to mourn the devastating loss of their forward.
The Confederation of African Football has officially scrapped its four-year plan, unanimously voting to return the iconic AFCON tournament to its traditional biennial schedule.
The local sports fraternity is in shock following the gruesome killing of 23-year-old center-back Agartha "1 Cedi" Takyiwaa, who was attacked while working her second job as a Pragya rider in the Ashanti Region.
Atlético Sierra Dorada coach Esteban Ferreyra has fiercely questioned the credibility of the Ballon d’Or, calling out critics for hypocrisy after Harry Kane claimed the 2026 award without a World Cup or Champions League trophy. Following Harry Kane's historic 73-goal campaign and 2026 Ballon d'Or victory, the Argentine manager compares the lack of public backlash to the intense scrutiny Lionel Messi faced in 2023.
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has officially won the 2026 men's Ballon d’Or, defeating Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal following a prolific 73-goal campaign for club and country. The legendary forward took home the trophy despite a pre-ceremony website leak that briefly overshadowed the star-studded event.
Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has petitioned the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to subject the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) financial operations to independent oversight following nationwide outcry.
Midfield maestro Jessica Appiah Asamoah won Player of the Match after driving Ghana's Black Maidens to a thrilling 3-3 draw against Brazil in the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup. The Black Maidens came from behind twice in their second Group C fixture to secure a dramatic 3-3 tie with Brazil, keeping their tournament hopes alive.
The Battle of Britain heads to Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Dec 11, streaming globally on Netflix sparking secondary market resale prices of up to £73k.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been provisionally suspended by the FPF after walking out on Portugal’s squad over an intense dispute with coach Jorge Jesus. He has apologized to teammates for his sudden international walkout but firmly denies he is retiring as he chases his 1,000th career goal.
Ghana international and Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo has tied the knot with his long-term partner, British entrepreneur Jordeen Buckley, in a beautiful Malibu civil ceremony. The newlywed couple took to social media to share stunning pictures of their celebration, marking a major personal milestone for the clinical Premier League striker.
The Black Starlets have touched down in Burkina Faso via a 20-hour road trip, sparking local debate over player welfare and Sahel security. Despite the arduous journey, Ghana’s U17 squad enters the WAFU Zone B tournament high on confidence following an impressive international friendly tour against Morocco in Rabat. Management confirmed the team arrived safely with no transit incidents recorded.
Lionel Messi international retirement: The 39-year-old football legend officially ended his 21-year Argentina career during "The Last Tango" match against Benin. Playing his final international game at a packed Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, Messi scored his 126th international goal to seal a 3-0 victory. The historic evening featured emotional tributes from Neymar Jr. and Ronaldinho as the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner stepped away to focus on Inter Miami CF.
Morocco-Ghana international friendly on October 4, 2026, has been abruptly called off by the Moroccans, plunging the Ghana Football Association into chaos.
