Dreams FC will welcome Basake Holy Stars to the Tuba Astro Turf for premier league business on Sunday, March 9 2025.The hosts are 3 points above the relegation zone as they sit in 15th position on the league standings with 20 points.The Still Believe endured a difficult start to their campaign and were beginning to find their feet just before the break.Karim Zito will aim for a strong restart at their backyard against visiting Aduana Stars.The Fire Boys occupy 13th position on the league standings and are just a point richer than their hosts.Aduana have also had a difficult start this term and would want to put that behind and steer clear danger.Both teams have recorded two wins in last five league matches and will set their sights on claiming on three points.

Medeama SC welcome Bechem United to the Tarkwa T&A Stadium on Sunday for what promises to be a competitive Premier League clash. The game kicks off at 15:00 local time, with both teams looking to strengthen their positions on the league table.Medeama head into the match on the back of a 1-0 victory over Legon Cities, a result that boosted their confidence. Bechem United, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back after a 2-0 defeat to Aduana Stars. Worryingly for the visitors, they have struggled in front of goal in recent away games, failing to score in their last three on the road.The history between these two sides suggests a tight contest. Since January 2023, they have faced off six times, with Medeama winning three, Bechem United securing two victories, and one match ending in a draw. Their last meeting in October saw Bechem United claim a 2-0 win.In the current campaign, Medeama sit 7th on the table with 29 points from 19 matches, recording eight wins, five draws, and six defeats. Bechem United are just ahead in 6th place with 30 points, having won nine, drawn six, and lost four. While both teams have...

The owner of New Edubiase United, Abdul Salam Yakubu, has called for the inclusion of Karim Zito in the set up of the Black Stars. Zito is one of the experienced coaches in the country, having coached several clubs, including Medeama SC and Asante Kotoko.He is famously remembered for steering the Black Satelites to clinch the 2020 WAFU tournament but could not lead the side to the U-20 World Cup due to the outbreak of COVID-19.With his enormous experience, Salam Yakubu believes it is about time Karim Zito, who is the current head coach of Dreams FC, is given the opportunity at the Black Stars.I'm surprised Karim Zito has not been given a chance at the Black Stars," he told Asempa FM."He is an experienced manager, and we all know that. We saw what he did with Dreams FC in the CAF Confederation Cup, so he must be given a chance with the Black Stars."There is no way Desmond Ofei is experienced than Karim Zito, so he must be given the chance at the Black Stars," he added.Karim Zito is currently serving as the head coach of the Ghana U-19 team.

The Club Licensing Department has revealed that Dreams FC's home ground, the Tuba AstroTurf Safe Zone, boasts an impressive design inspired by the iconic Old Trafford Stadium.This follows the Club Licensing Department’s inspection, which forms part of the road map for the resumption of the Ghana Premier League (GPL).The inspection also aligns with the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) Stadium Directives and the Infrastructure Criteria enshrined in the Enhanced Safety and Security Protocols 2025.Amidst the announcement, some clubs and fans have voiced their displeasure, arguing that if the Tuba AstroTurf met the required standards, then other notable venues, such as the University of Ghana Stadium and the Baba Yara Stadium, should have also been approved.However, Michael Bonsu, a member of the Club Licensing Department, while speaking to Kessben TV, clarified the criteria used in approving the Tuba AstroTurf.“Tuba’s safe zone is one of the best safe zones we have around. From the safe zone, you go straight into the dressing room. From the touchline to the substitute bench is like Old Trafford; the substitute bench is inside the spectators,” he revealed.The GPL is set to return this weekend after a temporary break following the death...

Sudan assistant coach Ignatius Osei-Fosu has credited James Kwesi Appiah’s leadership and experience as key reasons for Sudan’s successful qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).Sudan secured their spot in the tournament by holding Ghana to a 0-0 draw in the first leg and then winning 2-0 in the second leg.This result placed them second in their group behind Angola, while Ghana and Niger failed to qualify.Kwesi Appiah, a former Ghana captain and coach, has long been respected for guiding the Black Stars to the 2014 World Cup, where Ghana’s 2-2 draw against Germany was considered one of the tournament’s standout matches.Osei-Fosu, a former Dreams FC and Medeama coach, emphasized that Appiah’s experience gave Sudan an advantage.He highlighted Appiah’s past achievements, including Ghana’s dominance over Egypt in World Cup qualifiers.“I knew we would qualify ahead of Ghana and the other teams because we have James Kwasi Appiah, a man with vast experience,” he told Asempa FM.“He led Ghana to the 2014 World Cup, where Ghana was the only team Germany couldn’t beat. That match was rated the best in the second round and even the entire tournament. Ghana vs. USA was...

The President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has no influence on player selection for the national teams, U19 Head Coach Karim Zito has said.Zito, who has long-standing working relationship with the outstanding Ghana FA capo, has reiterated his approach to player call-up.The Dreams FC gaffer has rejected claims of external meddling in player selection, insisting the GFA boss steers clear of such issues."I can swear to you that sometimes Kurt doesn’t even know the players we pick. When I qualified for the AFCON, he called me to his office and asked how I saw my team. He never told me which players to select but only asked if I wanted to strengthen the squad." Zito is quoted by Graphic SportsHe said the GFA boss only encourages coaches to select the best available talent for the various national teams."Due to that encouragement, I considered adding three foreign-based players to the squad. However, one couldn’t play due to COVID. This is why I can confidently vouch that the FA president has no influence on player selection," he stated.Kurt Okraku has reiterated that his role as GFA President is to provide leadership and support...

Diawise Taylor has returned to Medeama full training for the first time since November 2024.Taylor, 25, has been restricted to the treatment room since for the past three months due to an injury setback.His last start in any competition was Medeama's 1-0 defeat at Dreams FC on November 9, 2024.The former Karela United and Gold Stars FC attacker has returned to full-scale training in Tarkwa.However, it's unclear if he will be fit enough for their Premier League trip to Bechem United on Sunday.

Experienced Ghanaian coach Karim Zito has called on the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to implement stricter measures to enhance player development in the country.Ghana, a four-time African champion, has increasingly relied on European-born players to bolster the senior national team in recent years. However, Zito, who currently coaches Dreams FC, believes this trend stems from the nation’s failure to establish a consistent and structured player development system.In an interview, he warned that Ghana’s struggles on the international stage would persist unless a proper succession plan was put in place. He identified the lack of continuity in player development as a major weakness holding back the country's football progress.“In the past, players progressed naturally through the ranks, but today, we dismantle teams after every competition and start scouting all over again,” Zito lamented in an interview with Graphic Sports.“That’s our biggest problem—there is no consistency. If a player features for the under-17 team, he should automatically move to the under-19 side. You don’t just discard them and begin afresh,” he said.The 64-year-old coach urged Ghana to adopt a structured model similar to top European football nations, where a clear pathway exists for young players to transition...

Former Black Satellites head coach Krim Zito has called on the Ghanaian media to exercise patience with national team coaches, emphasizing the need for long-term support rather than constant criticism.In an interview with Graphic Sports, the Dreams FC head coach acknowledged the media’s vital role in ensuring accountability but expressed concern that their persistent attacks on coaches create a challenging environment for success.He urged a shift in focus from quick fixes and immediate results to long-term development projects that would yield sustainable success for Ghanaian football.“What is troubling the Black Stars? Why are we always searching for new players?” Zito questioned.He attributed the issue to a lack of consistency in talent production from Ghana’s junior teams, blaming weak developmental structures.“It’s because our junior teams are not producing top talent consistently, and that’s down to poor development structures."The media also plays a role—they keep attacking coaches instead of supporting long-term growth."We focus too much on instant results, but you can’t achieve success without first laying strong foundations,” he stressed.

Dreams FC head coach, Abdul Karim Zito, has blamed the lack of experience as the reason behind their poor performance in the ongoing 2024/25 Ghana Premier League.Having made a huge impression in their debut appearance in the CAF Confederation Cup last season, the Still Beleive lads has been poor and currently sit 15th on the league log with 20 points after 19 games.Speaking in an interview with Graphic Sports, the experienced tactician did not shy away from addressing the challenges head-on, admitting that the leap from lower-tier football to the top flight had been a steep learning curve for his fledgling stars, many of whom were recruited from the lower division.“Some of our players came from Division Two, and when you are learning, patience is required. Some adapt quickly, but others take time to adjust to the system,” he said.Despite recording four wins with eight draws and seven defeats, Zito remains defiant that they will be a different side when the league resumes.“The level of play in the second division is completely different from the Premier League,” he noted.“Players coming from the lower tier always struggle at first, but I can assure you that...

Dreams FC coach Abdul Karim Zito is advocating for a selected venues to honour Ghana Premier League matches as a temporal measure to curb hooliganism.His comment comes on the back of recent violent incident in Nsoatre, where a devoted Asante Kotoko fans (Nana Pooley) tragically lost his life, leading to the suspension of the Ghana Premier League.On Wednesday morning, the Ghana Football Association announced the Premier League will resume on March 6, 2025.The resumption of the Ghanaian top-flight is subject to the safety and security assurance inspection of all venues currently being undertaken by the Ghana FA and the Ministry for Sports and Recreation.“For the mean time, we have to select some stadia for Ghana Premier League games. It will be very difficult for fans to intimidate referees at stadia like Accra Sports Stadium, Baba Yara, Cape Coast, and Tamale. No matter where your team is, you can play your home game at anywhere. This will serve as a lesson to all of us’“We (coaches) are victims. We suffer from the fans always. You will go to a certain venue and you will see fans throwing stones and other objects at us. There are certain...

Dreams FC head coach, Karim Zito, has identified the media's negative reportage on coaches as a major obstacle to Ghana's football progress.According to Zito, the constant criticism of coaches by the media hampers long-term growth and development in Ghanaian football.Zito emphasized the need for a structured football development system, similar to those in European countries, where national teams follow a clear progression system, allowing young players to transition seamlessly into the senior setup."The media also plays a role—they keep attacking coaches instead of supporting long-term growth. We focus too much on instant results, but you can't achieve success without first laying strong foundations," Zito stressed.He cited the example of Coach Sellas Tetteh's Black Satellites team, which won the 2009 U-20 FIFA World Cup and formed the backbone of the Black Stars squad that finished runners-up in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.Zito urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to prioritize a clear succession plan, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent to restore the country's footballing dominance.

Dreams FC head coach, Karim Zito, believes that Ghana's obsession with instant results is a major contributor to the Black Stars' recent struggles.According to Zito, the constant pressure to deliver immediate success hampers long-term growth and development in Ghanaian football."We focus too much on instant results, but you can't achieve success without first laying strong foundations," Zito stressed in an interview with Graphic Sports.Zito emphasized the need for a structured football development system, similar to those in European countries, where national teams follow a clear progression system, allowing young players to transition seamlessly into the senior setup.He cited the example of Coach Sellas Tetteh's Black Satellites team, which won the 2009 U-20 FIFA World Cup and formed the backbone of the Black Stars squad that finished runners-up in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.Zito urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to prioritize a clear succession plan, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent to restore the country's footballing dominance.

Dreams FC head coach, Karim Zito, has posed a thought-provoking question, asking why Ghana is always searching for new players for the Black Stars.According to Zito, the constant search for new talent is a symptom of a deeper problem - the country's poor football development structure."What is troubling the Black Stars? Why are we always searching for new players?" Zito questioned in an interview with Graphic Sports.Zito believes that Ghana's junior teams are not producing top talent consistently, and that this is due to poor development structures. He also criticized the media for attacking coaches instead of supporting long-term growth.The 64-year-old coach cited the example of Coach Sellas Tetteh's Black Satellites team, which won the 2009 U-20 FIFA World Cup and formed the backbone of the Black Stars squad that finished runners-up in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.Zito urged the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to prioritize a clear succession plan, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent to restore the country's footballing dominance.