Former champions Aduana FC and FC Samartex 1996 collide tomorrow in what has all the makings of a high-stakes Ghana Premier League showdown at the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in Dormaa-Ahenkro.

Separated by just a single point on the table, this is a fixture loaded with consequence. Third-placed Aduana FC sit on 35 points and are desperate to keep the pressure on leaders Medeama SC, while Samartex arrive knowing a positive result could propel them firmly into the top-four conversation.

With Asante Kotoko, Aduana and Hearts of Oak all locked on 35 points, the margin for error is small. For the ‘Ogya’ team, this is an opportunity for vital points to break clear of the chasing pack and reassert themselves as genuine title contenders after surrendering an early-season grip on top spot that has allowed Medeama to open up an eight-point cushion.

he Ghana Army has rewarded its rising boxing star, Jerry Lartey, with a well-deserved promotion following his recent capture of the World Boxing Association (WBA) International Super Lightweight title, earning him high praise from President John Dramani Mahama, Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces.

Lartey, 29, has been elevated from Lance Corporal to Corporal, a recognition of his excellence in the ring and his discipline as a soldier.

The promotion was endorsed at the highest level of the Armed Forces, underlining the pride his achievement has brought to both the military and the nation.

Anthony Joshua has posted a video - described as a "short message from the heart" - thanking fans for their support following the deaths of his two close friends in a car crash.

The Governing Board of the National Sports Authority has commenced a three-day out-of-office retreat in Ada, signalling the start of a strategic process aimed at repositioning the Authority through renewed focus on governance, education and purposeful leadership.

As part of activities leading up to the Achimota School Centenary in 2027, the Old Achimotan Association (OAA) has rolled out a 24-month calendar of sporting events, including tennis competitions scheduled for January 2026 and February 2027.

This year’s competition will take place at the Accra Lawn Tennis Club on Saturday, January 31, 2026, with matches commencing at 8:00 a.m.

In a bid to generate excitement and revive tradition, the OAA has decided to reintroduce the Triangular Games—a popular annual sporting fixture during the 1970s and early 1980s. 

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has suspended Senegal head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw for five official CAF matches and fined him USD 100,000 following his conduct during the dramatic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final against Morocco.

The sanctions form part of a wider disciplinary response by CAF after chaotic scenes in the title decider held in Rabat on January 18, 2026, which saw Senegal eventually win 1-0 after extra time.

GCB Bank PLC has been appointed the designated collecting bank for the Ghana Sports Fund, a landmark institutional framework set up to provide structured, predictable and accountable financing for sports development in the country.

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, made the revelation at the ministry last Tuesday during a courtesy call by a high-powered delegation from the bank.

Established in December 2025 by Parliament under Act 1159, the Ghana Sports Fund is a strategic financing mechanism mandated to mobilise and manage resources for the development of sports nationwide. 

The UEFA Champions League has entered a decisive phase after the conclusion of matchday eight, with eight clubs securing direct qualification to the round of 16 under the competition’s new league-format system.

The Confédération Africaine de Football has imposed sweeping and unprecedented sanctions on Senegal and Morocco following serious disciplinary breaches during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 final, while firmly rejecting Morocco’s protest against the match outcome and confirming Senegal as champions.

The Ghana Table Tennis Association (GTTA) is set to kick off the 2026 Sheroes Tournament, dubbed the “Ladies Can Loop Championship,” on February 7, 2026, at the D G Hathiramani Hall, Accra Sports Stadium.

More than just another date on the sporting calendar, the tournament represents a strong statement of intent — a renewed commitment to the growth, visibility, and long-term development of female table tennis in Ghana.

American tennis star Coco Gauff has criticised the Australian Open over what she described as a lack of privacy after footage of her smashing a racket behind the scenes was broadcast to viewers worldwide.

The 21-year-old suffered a shock early exit from the tournament, losing in under an hour to Elina Svitolina, and vented her frustration in a rare display of anger after the match.

The incident occurred in the players’ area, away from the court, but was aired on Australian broadcaster Channel Nine’s live feed.

Gauff later expressed her displeasure during her post-match press conference, questioning why such private moments are shown on television.

Seven supporters of Greek football club PAOK have been killed in a tragic minibus crash in Romania while travelling to France to watch their team face Olympique Lyonnais in the UEFA Europa League.

The accident occurred at around 1pm on Tuesday, when the minibus, carrying 10 PAOK fans, collided head-on with a lorry. Three others sustained serious injuries and are receiving medical treatment.

Images from the scene show the devastating aftermath, with both the red-cabbed heavy goods vehicle and the minibus severely damaged by the impact.

Sports philanthropist and veteran table tennis player, Jason Onyameh of Divine Travel and Tours has tipped the Senior Female National Table Tennis Team to excel at the Centennial edition of the World Team Table Tennis Championships slated for London, United Kingdom in April 2026.

He has touted Ghana’s qualification to the World Championships as a massive achievement for the Ghana Table Tennis Association and the nation as a whole.

”It is a confirmation of hard work and dedication of the entire fraternity; players, coaches, administrators, managers, media and all stakeholders” Mr Onyameh said.

He rallied for national support to ensure that the team performs to its optimal level during the championships. 

FIFA has announced that the media accreditation process for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is now open for media representatives and non-rights holders (NRHs).

As with previous World Cup tournaments, FIFA has allocated a fixed number of accreditations to Member Associations for written press and photographers.

Ghana has been allotted 10 accreditation slots for written press and two for photographers.

Defending MTN FA Cup champions, Asante Kotoko, have been drawn against Premier League heavyweights, Aduana FC, in a mouthwatering Round of 16 encounter.

Kotoko will be chasing a record-extending 11th FA Cup title, while the tie presents Aduana with a golden opportunity to push for their first-ever FA Cup triumph.

The Round of 16 fixtures, scheduled for February 6 and 9, promise thrilling action as the remaining teams battle for a place in the quarterfinals and a step closer to the coveted trophy.