Hearts of Oak head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara has admitted that criticisms from sports journalists make him a better gaffer.His remarks come after the Phobians hard fought 2-1 win over Heart of Lions on Monday at the Baba Yara Stadium.Linda Mtange and Salim Adams scored for Hearts of Oak in the second half after the Rainbow Club conceded a Mustapha Yakubu free kick in the first half.Addressing the reason for playing Adams in a more advanced role, coach Ouattara said, "Sometimes I listen to the journalists. I listen and I take decisions because the criticism is good for me I need more criticism to make changes that is why I put this boy (Adams) today in the front.”Hearts of Oak have moved to seventh place in the standings level on points (32) with arch-rival Kumasi Asante Kotoko.Hearts of Oak take on league leaders FC Samartex next on Friday, March 22 at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex.

Dreams FC is set to uncover their opponent for the CAF Confederations Cup quarterfinal today, Tuesday, March 12.Marking their inaugural venture into the CAF inter-club arena, the Ghana Premier League representatives etched their name in history by clinching the top spot in Group C with an impressive tally of 12 points, propelling them into the next phase of the tournament.The Still Believe squad notched up four victories alongside two defeats under the guidance of Kaim Zito. Now, they stand shoulder to shoulder with Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak as they progress to the round of 16.The draw for the eagerly anticipated quarterfinal showdowns will take place at the headquarters of CAF in Cairo, Egypt, commencing at 12:00GMT.Dreams FC will be crossing their fingers for a favourable draw as they set their sights on advancing to the quarter-finals.Below are the quarterfinal teams:USM Alger (Algeria)Zamalek (Egypt)Dreams FC (Ghana)RS Berkane (Morocco)Modern Future (Egypt)Abu Salem (Libya)Rivers United (Nigeria)Stade Malien (Mali)

Dreams FC head coach, Karim Zito has set his sights on winning the CAF Confederations Cup should they reach the semifinals of the tournament. The Ghana Premier League side made history by finishing at the top of their group in their maiden participation in the ongoing 2023/24 competition.The Still Believe lads, who finished Group C with 12 points have become the first club to play in the last 16 of the tournament since 2004 after Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko achieved the feast.Speaking after the qualification, the former Asante Kotoko gaffer praised his side for their performance and insisted they aim to annex the ultimate should they reach the last four of the tournament."We started on a difficult note but we have been able to make history by playing in the last 16," he told Asempa FM as monitored by Footballghana.com. "We are happy with our achievement and we thank the directors of our club for their support."With our place in the last 16, we will aim to win the trophy if we play in the semifinals because we are a strong side with good players. The group games have given us the experience to...

Ghana Football Association (GFA) has given its approval for the observation of a minute silence at two Ghana Premier League venues, namely the Nana Nsenkyire Sports Arena in Sameraboi and the Nana Konamansah Park in Nsoatre.This decision comes in response to separate requests made by FC Samartex and Nsoatreman FC to pay tribute to two fallen heroes during their upcoming matches.FC Samartex sought permission to honor a fallen member during their clash against Nations FC, while Nsoatreman FC requested to commemorate a departed individual in their match against Accra Hearts of Oak. Both clubs expressed their desire to remember and pay respects to these individuals who had contributed significantly to their respective communities.The request from FC Samartex read:We present to you the compliments of the Board and Management. FC Samartex 1996 request that A MINUTE SILENCE be observed in the home game, Samartex Vs Nations FC in the Match Day 19 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday 3rd March 2024, at the Nsenkyire Sports Arena in honour of the Club's long serving Administrative Officer, Mr. Alex Eshun who passed on in January 2024.Nsoatreman FC:We are sad to officially announce the death of STEPHEN...

Resurgent Hearts of Oak will take on Nsoatreman FC at the Nana Kroamansah Park on Sunday in match week 19 of the 2023/24 Ghana Premier League.The Phobians are coming into this game with massive motivation after beating Real Tamale United 3-0 in their opening game of the second.On other hand, Maxwell Konadu’s side is coming into this game on the back of an unlikely 1-0 win over Bechem United at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park.Ahead of the game, Nsoatreman are third with 30 points while Hearts of Oak are 11th with 24 points, 11 behind leaders FC Samartex.Nsoatreman’s form has not been consistent, win three and drawing another three in their last six league games.For the Phobians, they have won, drawn, and lost two games each in their previous six league outings.Samartex have lost just one of their last six home games while Hearts of Oak have just one win, but has lost just one of them.

In a pivotal match set to define their fortunes in the ongoing Ghana Premier League season, Real Tamale United (RTU) is gearing up to face off against Bofoakwa Tano at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex this Saturday.With both teams desperately seeking points to climb out of the relegation zone, the encounter promises to be fiercely contested.RTU, currently sitting in the 18th position on the league table with 17 points, has struggled in recent outings, managing just one victory in their last five games while suffering four defeats. Their most recent setback came in a disappointing 3-0 loss against Accra Hearts of Oak on matchday 18 at the Accra Sports Stadium.On the other hand, Bofoakwa Tano finds themselves marginally ahead of RTU, occupying the 17th spot with 18 points. However, their recent form hasn't been much better, with three losses and two draws in their last five matches. Their last fixture saw them narrowly edged out 1-0 by Accra Great Olympics at the Coronation Park.With both teams aware of the significance of securing a positive result, Saturday's showdown carries immense importance. For RTU, it presents a chance to claw their way out of the relegation zone,...

Togolese match officials will be in charge when Asante Kotoko and Asec Mimosas lock horns in this year’s President’s Cup.Kotoko and the Ivorian giants will battle it out for the 2024 President’s Cup trophy on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 just a day before Ghana’s 67th Independence Day celebration.The game will be hosted at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi, with both head of states, Nana Akufo-Addo and Alassane Ouattara expected to attend the event.To ensure fairness, the Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) has engaged the Ghana Football Association to appoint a neutral referee to handle the clash between the two Africa heavyweight.However, the much-anticipated encounter will be handled by Togolese referees.Hearts of Oak are the current holders of the President Cup after beating Asante Kotoko narrowly in the 2023 edition.Meanwhile, Asante Kotoko are the record holders of the Cup competition, with eight titles under their belt.The GHALCA President's Cup is an annual football event that brings together two top clubs at the end of the season. Also known as the Republic Day Celebrations Cup, the match is held in honour of the sitting President of Ghana and is typically played in July to...

Hearts of Oak Football Club has moved to clarify that the recent dissolution of their board is unrelated to a demonstration staged by some of the club’s fans a few weeks ago.Following expressions of discontent among fans regarding the club’s current performance on the pitch, Hearts of Oak deemed it necessary to address concerns and dispel any misconceptions.The decision to dissolve the eleven-member board, which included prominent figures such as Togbe Afede XIV, Frank Nelson, and Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamaloe, was taken on February 27th, 2024.However, it is notable that Togbe Afede, the majority shareholder, has been re-appointed as Executive Chairman and will preside over the upcoming Annual General Meeting in March.In an interview with Citi Sports, the club’s Communication Director, Kwame Opare Addo, emphasized that the board dissolution aligns with the club’s new strategic direction.He stated, “This has got nothing to do with the public outcry. The reality is that after serving for a period of 12 years, the club feels they have done well. Hence, this is in line with the promise by the club’s majority shareholder.”The club is scheduled to convene for an Annual General Meeting to deliberate on plans aimed at...

Accra Hearts of Oak will reconstitute a new Board of Directors on March 27, 2024, at its Annual General Meeting (AGM).The Ghana Premier League side on Tuesday dissolved its board after reviewing its financial statement submitted by auditors.The now-defunct Board of Directors had about four meetings in efforts to put the right structures before constituting the new board.Auditors had not concluded and submitted their report, hence the decision to have the final reports before announcing the dissolution.The report was submitted about two weeks ago and it took about two meetings to conclude the review of the financial statements.At the board's meeting on Tuesday, the financial statement review ended and an announcement was made to end the tenure of the Togbe Afede XIV-led board.However, the former Board Chairman asked outgoing board members to suggest potential replacements to serve on the board of directors.Tuesday's decision has ended Alhaji Alhassan Andani, Thomas Kwesi Esso, Professor Kofi Kumado, Ivy Heward Mills, Alhaji Moro Adamu, Vincent Sowah-Odotei, Dr Nyaho-Nyaho Tamakloe, and Frank Nelson Nwokolo's run as board members after 12 years.Meanwhile, Hearts of Oak has named Togbui Afede XIV and Delali Anku-Adiamah, its Managing Director, as the...

Hearts of Oak has announced the appointment of two new directors after dissolving the previous board.The Ghana Premier League heavyweights on Tuesday announced the dissolution of the board after 12 years in office.However, in a statement on Wednesday, the club said its majority shareholders, Strategic African Securities Limited and Strategic Initiatives Limited, had nominated Togbe Afede XIV and Delali Anku-Adiamah, its Managing Director, as the board members.Togbe Afede XIV chaired the previous board that served from 2012 to 2014.Delali Anku-Adiamah who was hired as Managing Director on February 10, holds a PhD in Computational Systems Biology from the University of Manchester, and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Birmingham, UK.He previously worked in the Finance Department of Manchester United, Accenture as the Technology Consultant Manager, and at Markit as VP.The decision on Tuesday ended Alhaji Alhassan Andani, Thomas Kwesi Esso, Professor Kofi Kumado, Ivy Heward Mills, Alhaji Moro Adamu, Vincent Sowah-Odotei, Dr Nyaho-Nyaho Tamakloe, and Frank Nelson Nwokolo's run as board members.Meanwhile, Hearts of Oak are scheduled to hold this year's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 27.

Former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah, is poised to take on a significant role at Hearts of Oak, the Ghanaian football club, after the announcement of the dissolution of the current board.Hearts of Oak have announced this development on their social media platforms on Tuesday, marking the end of a 12-year tenure for the outgoing board.The process of establishing a new board is underway, and the names of the new board members are expected to be officially unveiled at the club's Annual General Meeting (AGM) in March 2024.As part of the anticipated changes, Stephen Appiah, a former player for Hearts of Oak, is expected to make a return to the club in a capacity yet to be revealed.Appiah, who is now 43, had a notable stint with the Phobian Club, featuring in 21 matches and scoring 19 goals between 1995 and 1997.Renowned for his leadership qualities, he later served as the manager of the Ghana national team, popularly known as the Black Stars, guiding them to qualify for the 2006 and 2010 FIFA World Cups held in Germany and South Africa, respectively.Appiah brings a wealth of experience and expertise, having also held various other...

Ghanaian giants, Hearts of Oak have announced the dissolution of its board.This is contained in an official post shared on the club’s page on X, formerly known as Twitter.The club in its announcement indicated that additional information on the dissolution of the board will be provided on Wednesday, February 28.“BREAKING NEWS: THE HEARTS OF OAK BOARD IS DISSOLVED.  Watch out for more details tomorrow,” the post by the club said.??? || PHOBIABREAKING NEWS:THE HEARTS OF OAK BOARD IS DISSOLVED.Watch out for more details tomorrow. #AHOSC | #PositiveEnergy | #StarLife pic.twitter.com/VbBtYt919T— Phooobia! - #WeNeverSayDie ?? (@HeartsOfOakGH) February 27, 2024The announcement comes just two days after Hearts of Oak recorded a massive 3-0 win over Real Tamale United in the Ghana Premier League.The victory is expected to inspire the club to do better in the second round of the 2023/24 league campaign.

Hearts of Oak attacker, Hamza Issah has praised the fans of the club for their support following his impressive performance against Real Tamale United.The young promising attacker grabbed a brace before Enock Asubonteng sealed the win with a fine strike to end the game 3-0 at the Accra Sport Stadium.Speaking after the game, Issah lauds the fans for their unwavering support.He also assured that they will keep working hard to make the fans proud always."I'm delighted to get the goals and help the team win," he told the official club website."We would like to thank our fans for their unwavering support, and we will keep working hard to make them proud," he added.Hearts of Oak now sit 9th on the league log with 24 points and will travel to play Nsoatreman FC on Sunday, March 3 at the Nsenkyire Sports Complex.

Hearts of Oak's head coach, Aboubakar Ouattara, has expressed his belief that the club remains one of the continent's giants and is determined to restore its former glory.Ouattara, hailing from Ivory Coast, secured his debut victory as the team's coach with an impressive 3-0 triumph over Real Tamale United (RTU) at the Accra Sports Stadium last Sunday.Goals from Hamza Issa (2) and Enoch Asubonteng sealed a convincing victory.When questioned about Hearts of Oak's stature in Ghana, Ouattara boldly declared, "Not just in Ghana, but one of the biggest clubs in Africa.However, some are undermining the team's legacy." He emphasized his disdain for performances or attitudes that fall short of the club's esteemed standards, insisting that only through diligent effort can they revive their former glories."Currently positioned ninth on the league standings with 24 points, Hearts of Oak trails five points behind fourth place.Looking ahead, the Phobians are gearing up to face Nsoatreman FC in their upcoming matchday 19 fixture at the Nana Koromansa II Park on Sunday.