FIFA has announced a landmark policy aimed at strengthening female representation in women’s football, requiring all teams in its competitions to include women in key coaching roles. The new regulation, approved by the FIFA Council, takes immediate effect and will be implemented across upcoming tournaments, including the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, U-20 Women’s World Cup, and the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup. Under the directive, every team must appoint at least two women to their technical staff, with one serving as either head coach or assistant coach. The rule applies to all FIFA women’s competitions at both youth and senior…
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The semi-finals of the 2025/26 Women’s FA Cup played at the Cape Coast Stadium on 21st March, 2026 lived up to expectations, with Army Ladies and Hasaacas Ladies securing dominant victories to book their places in the final. Army Ladies set the tone in the first semi-final with a dominant 5-1 victory over Samartex Ladies. Alamisi Atakaga gave Army a 1-0 lead before halftime, but Samartex equalized in the 60th minute through Alex Ibinabo Georgewill. Army responded instantly and took full control of the game, scoring four more goals through Zinatu Alhassan, Linda Achiaa, Esther Asamoah Yiadom, and Afia Boaduwa…
The 2025/26 Women’s FA Cup reaches a decisive stage as four Southern Zone sides lock horns for a place in the final, reaffirming their dominance in Ghana’s women’s football under the organization of the Ghana Football Association. For the second consecutive season, the semi-final lineup is dominated entirely by Southern clubs; Army Ladies, Hasaacas Ladies, FC Savannah, and Jonina Ladies, highlighting the region’s continued superiority in the competition. Samartex Ladies vs Army Ladies All eyes will be on the clash between Samartex Ladies and Army Ladies at the Cape Coast Stadium on Saturday afternoon at 1:00 PM. Samartex Ladies, still…
In-form Jessica Benni has been rewarded with a late call-up to the Ghana U-15 Girls National Team following her outstanding performances in the ongoing FIFA-backed U-15 Girls Regional Colts League in the Greater Accra Region. The talented winger has been in scintillating form for Cabfix Ladies FC, emerging as the leading top scorer in the competition with 12 goals after four matches. Her remarkable tally includes a four-goal haul in Cabfix Ladies’ emphatic 9-0 victory over Ga West Ladies on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Her consistent brilliance in front of goal earned her a place in the national U-15 setup,…
Cabfix Ladies FC have extended their nationwide menstrual health outreach by donating sanitary pads to Ghana’s U-15 Girls’ National Team, as they prepare to defend their title at the upcoming CAF African Schools Football Championship. The presentation took place at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram, where the Black Damsels are currently in camp ahead of the continental finals scheduled to be held in Harare, Zimbabwe from April 2 to 10, 2026. Ghana heads into the competition as defending champions after an impressive debut campaign in 2025, where they defeated Uganda U-15 Girls National Team 2-0 in the…
Morocco national football team have been officially declared winners of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football overturned the result of their final defeat to Senegal national football team following a controversial incident during the match. Senegal had initially been crowned champions after edging Morocco 1-0 in the final played on January 18. The match, however, was overshadowed by a dramatic moment late in regulation time when Morocco were awarded a stoppage-time penalty with the score still level. READ MORE : Otto Addo names Ghana squad for Austria and Germany friendlies; Asare only local player,…
Head coach Otto Addo has unveiled a restructured Black Stars squad ahead of Ghana’s upcoming international friendlies against Austria and Germany later this month, as preparations intensify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The squad reflects a deliberate mix of continuity and transition, with several familiar names retained from the qualifiers, while a handful of new faces earn their maiden invitations. Among the debutants are Derrick Luckassen, Patrick Pfeiffer, Marvin Senaya, and Daniel Agyei — players expected to inject fresh energy into the team. One notable highlight is the inclusion of Benjamin Asare, who stands as the only locally-based player…
Medeama SC booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup after a dominant 3-0 victory over Attram De Visser at the Cape Coast Stadium on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The quarter-final encounter remained tightly contested throughout regulation time, with both sides unable to break the deadlock after 90 minutes. However, the Mauve and Yellows took full control in extra time, producing a late surge that sealed a convincing victory. Forward Kelvin Nkrumah emerged as the hero of the night, netting a remarkable hat-trick in extra time. He opened the scoring in the 109th minute before doubling…
Nations FC booked their first-ever place in the semi-finals of the 2025/26 MTN FA Cup following a tense penalty shootout victory over fellow Premier League side Berekum Chelsea on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The goalless draw in regulation time at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park led to a dramatic 4-3 penalty win for the Kumasi-based outfit. The match saw both teams create chances but neither could find the breakthrough in open play. Nations FC held their nerve in the shootout to secure a historic semi-final berth, demonstrating composure under pressure and resilience against top-flight opposition. Their journey to the last…
The 2025/26 MTN FA Cup quarterfinal match played at the Cape Coast Stadium on Sunday, March 15, 2026, produced a tense and thrilling encounter between Premier League sides Heart of Lions and Dreams FC. After a 1-1 draw in regulation time, Dreams FC advanced 4–3 on penalties to book their place in the semi-finals. The match saw Seedorf Asante give Heart of Lions the lead in the 34th minute with a clinical strike. However, Dreams FC’s persistence paid off when Suraj Seidu scored a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time (90+2), sending the contest into a penalty shootout. Despite Heart of…