Ghana Premier League side, Accra Lions, have been charged with misconduct by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) following comments made on the club's social media platforms about match officials.

Theophilus Aryee Quaye, popularly called Nii Aryee, claimed the top prize at the special Top 8 Elephantine Draught Competition in Accra today, January 7, 2025, after beating the Michael Abu in a competitive final.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has reportedly shown interest in purchasing a stake in Liverpool Football Club, citing a personal connection to the city, according to his father, Errol Musk.

The 28th Ghana University Sports Association (GUSA) Games officially opened on Monday at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) with a call on the government and stakeholders to invest in sports infrastructure development at universities.

Renowned Ghanaian sports journalist Gary Al-Smith has been appointed as the Regional Content Lead for Sporty Group in Ghana. 

Sudan's head coach, James Kwesi Appiah, has set his sights on winning the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in Morocco.

The Ghanaian coach led Sudan to qualification under difficult conditions, with the team playing all of their home games away due to the ongoing civil war.

Despite these challenges, Sudan demonstrated resilience and determination, securing a spot in the tournament by edging out Ghana, earning four points from their qualifying matches against them.

As a new year dawns, with it comes the promise of glory for African sportspeople.

Continental titles are up for grabs in men's and women's football in 2025, while Rwanda will host some of the world's top cyclists.

African athletes are looking to break old records, while new talent will have its chance to make an impression on the global stage.

The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) has confirmed the appointment of Swiss national Nora Häuptle as the new head coach of the Copper Queens on a three-year contract.

FAZ General Secretary, Reuben Kamanga, stated that Häuptle has been brought on board to build upon the successes achieved in the women’s football program over the years.

Former Brazil striker Givanildo Vieira de Sousa, mononymously known as Hulk, has married his ex-wife's niece in a religious wedding ceremony on Friday, January 3, 2025.

Hulk, who plays for Atletico Mineiro, married Camila Angelo, with the two already having previously tied the knot at a civil ceremony in 2020.

Reflecting on his wedding, Hulk wrote on Instagram: 'Before God and the promises of our love, we unite in one heart, beginning our eternity together, life! I love you.' 

Ghana international Michael Baidoo has completed a move to Championship club Plymouth Argyle in a record transfer deal until 2028.

The 25-year-old midfielder has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with the English side, arriving from Swedish club IF Elfsborg. The reported €1.7 million transfer fee makes Baidoo Argyle’s most expensive signing as the club looks to improve its fortunes.

Accra Hearts of Oak, playing with 10 men, defeated Legon Cities 1-0 in their first Premier League match of 2025 at the University of Ghana Stadium on Friday, January 3.

Emmanuel Amankwaah was sent off after receiving a second yellow card for kicking the ball away following a foul committed against Hearts.

Despite being a man down, midfielder Ramzy Yussif's solo goal just before halftime proved to be the match-winner.

Former Vice-President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), George Afriyie, has strongly opposed any attempt by GFA President Kurt Okraku to seek a third term in office.

Afriyie, who lost to Okraku in the 2019 elections and was disqualified from the 2023 presidential race, has vowed to petition the government if Okraku attempts to amend the GFA statutes to allow a third term.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has cast doubt on the future of Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey at the club, with his contract set to expire at the end of the current season.

Zimbabwean UFC welterweight Themba Gorimbo, known for his inspiring journey from the blood diamond mines to the global MMA stage, recently shared his struggles with familial criticism and lack of support following a recent defeat.

Retired Ghanaian football legend Asamoah Gyan has publicly expressed his frustration and disappointment with his former Black Stars teammates, accusing them of abandoning him during one of the most difficult periods of his career.