FOOTBALLERS are a competitive bunch. The will to win is rarely ever consigned to the pitch.

John Abaja Laryea, alias Expensive Boxer, lived up to his word by inflicting severe punishment on Nicaragua's Alexander Mejia, in the Ghanaian's debut fight in the United States of America (USA) last Friday.

An expected war in the ring looms on November 24 when the pride of Bukom, Isaac 'Jungle King' Commey challenges Ashaiman's favourite, Sampson 'Mama's Boy' Segbedzi, for the Ghana and UBO Africa welterweight titles in Accra.

The long-awaited return to international action by former WBO Africa junior featherweight champion, Wasiru Mohammed, will now come off against South Africa's Kaine Fourie in a 10-round lightweight clash in Johannesburg on November 23.

The African Union (AU) Sports Authority Board has nominated Olympian, Reks Brobby, to serve on the Technical Committee of the 2027 African Games slated for Egypt. 

During the Ordinary Session held in Algeria last month, it considered engaging experts to serve on the Technical Committee in line with AU Statutes as captured in Article (18) F. 

THE constituents of the Bortianor Nglleshie Amanfro appear to be reaping the full benefit of the newly constructed Astroturf. 

Mikel Arteta has downplayed concerns over Thomas Partey's performance in the 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United.

Heart of Lions secured a vital 1-0 win over Asante Kotoko at the Len Clay Stadium in Obuasi on Sunday, November 3.

Christophe De Jenlis has earned the honour of representing Accra in the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup Grand Finals in Türkiye after an impressive victory at the Achimota Golf Club. 

Jordan Ayew came off the bench to salvage a point for Leicester City with a stoppage-time equalizer, denying Ipswich Town their first Premier League win since returning to the top flight. 

Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo delivered a remarkable performance as the Cherries stunned Manchester City with a 2-1 victory, ending City’s 32-game unbeaten streak in the Premier League. 

When Desmond Offei took the helm of Ghana’s Black Satellites last year, few believed he could restore the team to its former glory. 

Kumasi Asante Kotoko’s head coach, Prosper Narteh Ogum, is preparing his team to defend their unbeaten home record this Sunday as they face Heart of Lions in a Ghana Premier League clash at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium. 

Former Ghana midfielder Michael Essien has achieved a UEFA certificate in football management, marking another significant milestone in his post-playing career.

Leny Yoro, Manchester United’s young centre-back, has been making steady progress in his recovery from a foot injury sustained during preseason.