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Hearts of Oak dare Kotoko in Kumasi
Kumasi Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak are set to renew hostilities tomorrow at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium where they clash in a top match day 13 encounter of the Ghana Premier League (GPL).
The competition is resuming, following a weeklong break to enable stakeholdersparticipate fully in the December 7 presidential and parliamentary elections.
The game would be the first at the Baba Yara Stadium fortress for the Porcupine Warriors who have been compel to play their games at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium.
Interestingly, both sides have worked hard to overcome a spell of bad results, with Kotoko for instance, going on a losing streak of four matches.
Those situations at different points threatened their respective coaches’ stay in office as fans go on rampage when the going was tough.
Gladly, they seem to have overcome that trend and are in a good position to entertain the fans in what is expected to live the ‘clasico’ bill.
After a rather poor start, Hearts recovered well and currently occupy the seventh position on the table after a string of good results.
Kotoko, within that same period went on a downward trend, losing about four games ina row before Coach Prosper Ogum managed to turn things around to place eighth, with a point separating them from the Phobians.
Both may be at par as far as performances may be concerned but Hearts’ inconsistencies and the home advantage of Kotoko would give the Porcupines a slight chance ahead of the Phobians.
At the UG Stadium, Accra Lions will engage Nations FC while Basake Holy Stars engage Young Apostles.
Vision FC would welcome Medeama SC to the NiiAdjeiKraku II Sports just asSamartex hope to return to winning ways when they welcome Kpando Heart of Lions.
BibianiGoldstarswould travel to the AliuMahama Stadium in Tamale to face the might of Karela United while Nsoatreman entertain Dreams FC at the Nana Kronamansah Park on today.
The match between Chelsea and Aduana Stars clash at Berekum would be honoured today.
BY ANDREW NORTEY
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President John Dramani Mahama visits Black Stars
President John Dramani Mahama showed his support for the Black Stars at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.
He was accompanied by several key figures, including Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddi Adams, Ghana Football Association President Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, Executive Council member and Black Stars Management Committee Chairman Dr. Randy Abbey, National Sports Authority Director General Yaw Ampofo Ankrah and former Ghana captains Stephen Appiah and Asamoah Gyan.
Others included Management Committee members Samuel Aboabire (Chairman of the Greater Accra Football Association, Executive Council Member) and Moses Armah (Owner of Premier League side Medeama SC).
During his visit, President Mahama encouraged the players to make Ghana proud by giving their best and showcasing their skills on the international stage.
He also emphasized the importance of discipline, hard work, and unity, noting that these values are essential for achieving success in football and beyond.
The Black Stars are set to face Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to Morocco to play Madagascar on Monday, March 24, 2025.
President Mahama’s visit aimed to boost the team’s morale and motivation ahead of these crucial matches.
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Black Stars intensify preparations ahead of Chad, Madagascar Clashes
Ghana’s Black Stars continued their preparations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers with an intense third-day training session in Accra.
The team is gearing up for crucial Group I clashes against Chad and Madagascar.
With Ghana currently third in Group I after Madagascar’s win over Central African Republic, these matches are vital for Ghana’s World Cup qualification bid.
The training session saw the players engage in rigorous fieldwork, including shooting drills, passing exercises, and stretching.
The goalkeepers also had a separate session, working on their reflexes and shot-stopping.
The Black Stars will host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, before traveling to face Madagascar on March 24.
Below are photos of Wednesday’s training session:
