Former Hearts of Oak defender Dan Quaye has expressed his displeasure following the exclusion of some experienced players in the Black Stars team ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast.The former Ghana defender explaining how the Black Stars can excel at the continental tournament in Ivory Coast asserted the need for the experienced players to pass on their knowledge to the young players in the team.In an interview with Footballghana.com, the former towering guardsman expressed belief in Mubarak Wakaso, Jonathan Mensah, Harrison Afful and Frank Acheampong, adding they should have been included in the team.“Experience is key in everything. To me, there should have been places for Mubarak Wakaso, Jonathan Mensah, Harrison Afful and Frank Acheampong. They have played to the highest level and have what it takes to deliver with the national team” he said.“We are in same group with Egypt and you can see some experienced players in their team. Honestly, I’m not happy with our defense and if we are unable to work on them it will be difficult for us to contain the likes of Mohammed Salah” he said.Ghana are placed in Group B of the 2023...

Former Hearts of Oak striker Maxwell Boakye is impelling Black Stars technical team to offer home-based players more opportunities at the national team.Only eleven home-based players made the 55-man Black Stars provisional squad ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.In interview with Footballghana.com, Boakye, who plies his trade for Ferroviario de Maputo in Mozambique advocated for more Black Stars opportunities for local players.“The Mozambique national team is dominated by local players and they are performing. They qualified to the AFCON with local players and are in same group with Ghana. As a local player, you are always motivated to do more. So I will plead with the coaches to give our local guys more opportunities and I believe they can also prove a point”“I sometime feel local players are not respected looking at the limited opportunities given them” he said. 

Togbe Afede, the bankroller of Hearts of Oak, has voiced concerns over a disruptive pattern among some supporters that is wreaking havoc on the club's relationships with its coaches.The revered institution, known for its rich football history, has recently bid goodbye to Dutch trainer Martin Koopman, further raising questions about the club's internal dynamics.Afede expressed dismay at the unsettling trend where supporters, initially intense in their endorsement of newly appointed coaches, eventually turn against them for reasons that remain elusive. This unstable shift in allegiance, according to Afede, often leads to untenable pressure on the coaching staff, forcing them to either resign or face termination.The aftermath of this volatile supporter-coach dynamic has left Hearts of Oak in a state of transition, with the departure of Martin Koopman marking the latest casualty. The Dutch trainer's exit has thrust Assistant Coach Abdul Bashiru Rahim into the role of caretaker coach."When we got Boadu from Medeama the insults were plenty people even labeled him a fake person on some of the Hearts platforms I read it myself today they want him back it is unbelievable," he said."Sometimes these relationships and the people who are anti progress for Hearts...

The closure of the Accra Sports Stadium for December Christmas concerts has sparked a heated response from Togbe Afede, the influential patron of Accra Hearts of Oak.Accra Hearts of Oak, currently making the Accra Sports Stadium their home base in the ongoing 2023/24 Ghana Premier League, had to unexpectedly relocate their games to the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi due to the decision by the National Sports Authority.Expressing his discontent, Togbe Afede, who also serves as the financial backbone for Accra Hearts of Oak, has publicly criticized the National Sports Authority for what he deems as an illogical move.The closure not only impacts the footballing aspect but has a ripple effect on other clubs relying on the Accra Sports Stadium. These clubs are now forced to seek alternative venues, with some relocating their games to the WAFA Park in Sogakope and other locations."Somebody wakes up and suddenly close up a sports stadium for concerts what kind of reason is this," he said"Seriously he close down a sports stadium to favour concerts to raise money to maintain the stadium."You raise the money to maintain the stadium for what event sports or more concerts what is...

In the pulsating anticipation of the upcoming "Super Clash" between arch-rivals Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak, former Asante Kotoko striker Eric Bekoe has delivered a fervent message, urging players from both teams to fortify their mental resilience ahead of what promises to be a fiercely contested battle.As the two football titans prepare to reignite their historic rivalry at the Baba Yara Stadium this Sunday, Hearts of Oak assumes the role of the host, seeking to claim dominance over their perennial adversaries.With both the Phobians and the Porcupine Warriors harboring ambitions of ascending the league table, the stage is set for a spectacle that transcends the boundaries of mere competition, promising a clash of titanic proportions that fans across the nation eagerly await."This is a match that can make you and a match that can unmake you and you will feel like you don't have to play football again," he told Ghana FA Communications"It is all about them psyching themselves well because Kotoko and Hearts is a different ball game all together this is our El Classico," he added.

In a highly competitive Ghana Premier League week 14 clash, Nations FC and Aduana Stars will lock horns at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex on Saturday.Both teams go into the game on the back of victories in their previous Ghana Premier League matches and will be aiming to maintain their winning runs.The premier league debutants are currently in 4th position with 20 points after shaking off a difficult start to the season. Nations FC’s resurgence continued last weekend with a narrow away win over Accra Lions in Sogakope.The Abrankese-based club are on four games winning streak and are eager to maintain their revival against Aduana Stars, who are also desperate for points. Nations FC have four wins and one defeat in their last five games.Coach Kasim Mingle and his charges are brimming win confidence and excitement ahead of their clash with the fire boys.Nations FC hopes for a win, but come up against the Ogya Boys who are also keen for points to maintain their top spot in the Ghanaian top-flight.Aduana Stars bounced back to winning ways last week after inflicting a narrow win over giants, Hearts of Oak at the Nana Agyemang...

Chairman of the Asante Kotoko Interim Management Committee, Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua is confident of victory ahead of their clash against Hearts of Oak.The two most glamourous clubs in the country will battle it out in the Ghana Premier League week 14 fixture at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday.The Phobians will play as a host to Kotoko in Kumasi after being forced to relocate following the closure of the Accra Sports Stadium by the National Sports Authority.Speaking ahead of the titanic clash, Nana Apinkra Akwasi Awua has urged the fans of Kotoko to troop to the stadium as he believe his side will emerge as winners in the epic clash.“I'm sure Kotoko will defeat Hearts on Sunday, so our supporters should show up in large numbers so we can all celebrate the win. We will give Hearts of Oak money because that is what they want, and we (Kotoko) will take all three points” he told Akoma FMAsante Kotoko are 7th on the Ghana Premier League table with 19 points whiles Hearts of Oak sit 8th spot with 16 points after 13 games.

Hearts of Oak defender Kelvin Osei Assibey has pleaded with the club fans not to disown them amid Ghana Premier League struggle.The Ghanaian giants has been unimpressive after 13 games into the domestic top-flight. The Phobians currently find themselves in the 8th position, accumulating 16 points.Out of the 13 games, the Accra-based club have managed just three wins, losing three and drawing seven in the process.But the former Eleven Wonders defender has pleaded with the fans to continue supporting the team.“I will plead with the fans to keep supporting us because all hope is not lost. They shouldn’t disown us because we cannot do without them. The fans are the head of the team so if they disown us that will be our end. They should exercise some patience and also pray behind the team and I believe things will change for us” he said.The Phobians will host sworn rivals Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League week clash at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday. this is as a result of the closure of the Accra Sports Stadium by the National Sports Authority.

Technical Director of Asante Kotoko, Kwasi Appiah has returned to the camp of the team ahead of their Super Clash against Hearts of Oak.Appiah, who is the head coach of Sudan was spotted at the training grounds on Thursday as the team prepare for their matchday 14 game against the Phobians at the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday in the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.The former Ghana coach is a member of the four-member Interim Management Committee of the club.Asante Kotoko are currently on a four-game winning streak in all competitions and would want to extend it to five this weekend.The Reds are 7th on the League table with 19 points, sitting sit just three points above Hearts of Oak who are eighth on the log.Hearts of Oak however head into the game without a substantive head coach following the dismissal of Martin Koopman.The much-anticipated game has been scheduled at 15:00GMT.

Hearts of Oak legend Amankwah Mireku has proposed a bold idea to address the team’s recent struggles.In an interview on Max 89.7 FM, the CAF Champions League-winning captain suggested relocating the team to Kumasi for an entire season.Mireku believes that this change of venue to the capital of the Ashanti Region could be a catalyst for the team’s success, especially during challenging times.“It is about determination. I have always advocated for the team to be moved to Kumasi for a season as things are not going well.“The Hearts fans in Kumasi are very supportive of us, and it is a kind of motivation for us [Hearts of Oak] that we get from the supporters.”Hearts of Oak has faced increasing pressure due to a series of poor performances, prompting the Board to address concerns raised by the recently sacked coach Martinus Koopman.The proposal comes ahead of a crucial match for Hearts of Oak, who are scheduled to host Asante Kotoko in the Super Clash at the Baba Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Former Ghana international, Sam Johnson has slammed the playing body of the current Black Stars for what he perceives to be lack of commitment and effort in representing the country.The players and the technical team have faced criticism for their recent performances in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.Johnson, who is a former Hearts of Oak defender in an interview expressed his disappointment, emphasizing the need for players to demonstrate a sense of urgency and a desire to win matches.He noted that Ghanaians have been patient with the team for an extended period and are eager to see positive results.“It's not only about playing; it's about the players and how important these things are to them. Apart from the fact that they don’t play the way we want… they play as if they are in their bedroom,” he told Accra-based Angel FM.Sam Johnson highlighted that the responsibility does not solely lie with the coach, acknowledging that even if the coaching is subpar, players need to showcase determination on the pitch.“Against Madagascar, they fought hard, and you could see the urgency to win. So it's not only about playing but the players have to demonstrate how...

Referee Reginald Collins Amoah has been appointed to officiate the highly anticipated Super Clash between Hearts of Oak SC and Asante Kotoko SC on Matchday 14 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.The clash is scheduled to take place this Sunday, December 10, at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi.With an impressive track record, Referee Amoah has already officiated four matches in the current season, showcasing his experience and authority on the field.During these encounters, he has issued a total of 11 yellow cards and two red cards, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining discipline and fair play.Interestingly, Referee Amoah has yet to award a penalty kick in the ongoing season, a fact that adds an intriguing element to his refereeing style.Assisting Referee Amoah on the field will be Ali Timuah Baah and Mikaal-II Fauzan, with Gabriel Opoku Arhin serving as the fourth official.The responsibility of ensuring the match runs smoothly as the Match Commissioner will be held by Adam Mukaila.

In a definitive statement ahead of the highly anticipated clash in the upcoming 2023/24 Ghana Premier League, Kwame Opare Addo, the spokesman for Hearts of Oak, emphatically declared, "Our game against Asante Kotoko is our home match."Putting an end to swirling speculations, Opare Addo dismissed recent news reports suggesting that Hearts of Oak was set to play away, clarifying that the club would be utilizing the Baba Yara Stadium for the encounter.The Phobians will take on arch-rivals Asante Kotoko on Sunday afternoon. Hearts of Oak will be hoping to bounce back with a victory after tasting defeat against Aduana on match day 13."The match is on Sunday 3pm in the afternoon and the venue let me reiterate using your media to tell everybody that the venue is the Baba Yara Sports Stadium but it is our home match," he told Peace FM as monitored by Footballghana.com"I have monitored a lot of media stations especially outside Accra saying that the match is Kotoko's home no this is our home match but because of circumstances that have made us shift away from the Accra Sports Stadium to the Kumasi stadium," he added.

Board Member of Hearts of Oak, Vincent Sowah Odotei, says the club is aiming to appoint a coach like South African manager, Pitso Mosimane.Following the exit of Martin Koopman on mutual grounds, the Phobians are currently without a substantive coach.Assistant coach, Abdul Rahim Bashiru has been named as the interim coach for the Rainbow Club.Koopman, who was appointed before the start of the season left the club after recording two wins in 10 matches played.However, Mr Odotei, who is a former La Dadekotopon Member of Parliament explained that the club is unable to appoint high-profile coaches because of financial constraints.“Those of us in charge of Hearts of Oak now, we want to bring someone like Pitso Mosimane. Can we afford him? Do you know how much he was being paid at Al Ahly?” Odotei told Asempa FM.“The point I am trying to make his that when appointing a coach, a lot of considerations come into play.“If the fans are patient with us a bit, we believe we will get to a stage where we can attract world-class coaches.”Meanwhile, Hearts of Oak who sit 8th on the league log will face rivals, Asante...