Medeama head coach, Ibrahim Tanko, has assured fans that he will parade a strong squad for their Ghana Premier League match against Bechem United.The Yellow and Mauves are eager to bounce back after being kicked out of the FA Cup a week earlier.The former Accra Lions tactician expressed confidence in his squad's preparation and promised a big performance.The league was suspended on February 2 following the tragic death of Francis Frimpong Pooley, a supporter of Asante Kotoko, during a match against Nsoatreman.Speaking ahead of the game, Tanko welcomed the return of league action and praised his players for their dedication in training.He highlighted the team's strong preparations and assured fans of a competitive squad against Bechem United."When you look at this week, the way the boys trained and worked, definitely, I am hopeful that we will make them [fans] happy this weekend," Tanko said."We almost have everyone on board. The training was very good and definitely, we are going to have a strong squad against Bechem. We are very ready."Meanwhile, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has implemented new safety measures to curb hooliganism.Clubs must appoint security officers and install CCTV cameras...

Bibiani Gold Stars welcome Nations to Dun’s Park on Sunday as both teams look to improve their standing in the Ghana Premier League. Their last meeting ended in a 1-1 draw five months ago, and with both sides needing points for different reasons, another intense battle is expected.Gold Stars head into this fixture after a goalless draw against Samartex on February 2. They have been solid throughout the season, recording nine wins, seven draws, and three losses in 19 league games. Their attack has produced 19 goals (1.00 per match), while their defence has been impressive, conceding just ten goals (0.53 per match).Nations, however, come into this match on a poor run after suffering back-to-back losses to Young Apostles and Bechem United. Despite their recent struggles, they have had a strong campaign overall, winning nine of their 19 games, drawing five, and losing five. Their attack has been more productive than Gold Stars, scoring 22 goals (1.16 per match) while conceding eleven (0.58 per match).In their three previous encounters, Nations hold the advantage with one win and two draws, including the 1-1 result in their last meeting on October 13, 2024. Nations have scored two goals in...

Bechem United assistant coach Seth Osei has set sights on ending their winless streak against Medeama at the TnA Stadium.The Hunters will play as a guest to the Yellow and Mauve in matchday 23 of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.The domestic top-flight returns after an unexpected one-month break following the tragic passing of a devoted Asante Kotoko fan Nana Pooley at the Nana Koramansah Park on February 2, 2025.Speaking ahead of the match, Seth Osei disclosed his outfit is poised to record their first victory against Medeama in Tarkwa.“We’ve prepared well for the match. We’ve not won against Medeama in Tarkwa. It’s either we lose or draw whenever we play them in Tarkwa but we hoping to change the narrative this time. We hope to pick our first win there” he said.Bechem United are currently sixth on the Ghana Premier League standings, accumulating 30 points after 19 matches into the campaign.

Bechem United assistant coach Seth Osei has expressed his delight following the resumption of the Ghana Premier League.The country's top-flight competition came to an abrupt halt following the death of Asante Kotoko fan Francis Frimpong, also known as NanaPooley.Nana Pooley, who was buried on Thursday, March 6, was tragically stabbed at the Nana Koromansah II Park during a Matchday 19 game against Nsoatreman FC.Following the unfortunate incident, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) suspended the Premier League and after several engagements, the topflight returns this weekend at the various.With Bechem United set to make a trip to the TNA Park to play Medeama SC on Sunday, Seth Osei says the return of Premier League football feels good."The feeling [of resumption] is very good. It is a job we've chosen to do. What happened will not be entertained," he told the club's media."Based on our training sessions, I think it was good, and we hope to continue; then we decide on the plan and strategy [for the clash against Medeama SC]," he added.Meanwhile, the GFA has approved newly enhanced Matchday safety and security protocols for various football competitions to curb hooliganism.The measures include appointing...

The head coach of Medeama Sporting Club, Ibrahim Tanko, has assured fans that his team is determined to secure victory in this weekend’s Ghana Premier League clash against Bechem United.After four weeks of no action, the Ghanaian top-flight league is resuming this weekend with loads of exciting matches to look forward to.One of the games will be the encounter between Medeama SC and Bechem United on Sunday.Speaking ahead of the game, coach Ibrahim Tanko has assured that his team will fight for the win to make fans of Medeama happy.“We are very happy that football is coming back, and it’s unfortunate what happened that we didn’t play for a month, so we are happy football is coming back, and every week we will play football in Ghana.“It’s unfortunate we are out of the MTN FA Cup. Definitely, we disappointed our fans, but I think when you look at this week the way the boys trained and the way we worked, I have the hope that we are going to make the fans happy this weekend,” coach Ibrahim Tanko told Medi TV.The match between Medeama SC and Bechem United is scheduled for a 3 pm...

Medeama Sporting Club head coach Ibrahim Tanko has assured fans that his team is determined to secure victory in their upcoming Ghana Premier League clash against Bechem United.The Ghanaian top-flight league is resuming this weekend after a four-week break, and Medeama SC is set to face Bechem United on Sunday at the TnA Stadium.Speaking ahead of the game, coach Tanko expressed his team's excitement to return to action and vowed to make their fans happy."We are very happy that football is coming back... I think when you look at this week the way the boys trained and the way we worked, I have the hope that we are going to make the fans happy this weekend."Medeama SC is looking to bounce back from their disappointment in the MTN FA Cup, and coach Tanko is confident that his team will put on a good show. The match is scheduled for a 3 pm kick-off.

Medeama Sporting Club head coach Ibrahim Tanko is exuding confidence ahead of their Ghana Premier League clash against Bechem United on Sunday.The Ghanaian top-flight league is resuming this weekend after a four-week break, and Medeama SC is determined to secure victory at the TnA Stadium.Speaking ahead of the game, coach Tanko expressed his team's excitement to return to action."We are very happy that football is coming back... We are happy football is coming back, and every week we will play football in Ghana."Despite their disappointment in the MTN FA Cup, coach Tanko is optimistic that his team will bounce back and make their fans happy."I think when you look at this week the way the boys trained and the way we worked, I have the hope that we are going to make the fans happy this weekend."The match between Medeama SC and Bechem United is scheduled for a 3 pm kick-off.

Medeama Sporting Club is seeking to rebound from their disappointing exit from the MTN FA Cup with a win in this weekend's Ghana Premier League clash against Bechem United.The team's head coach, Ibrahim Tanko, acknowledged the disappointment of their FA Cup exit but expressed optimism about their chances against Bechem United on Sunday."It's unfortunate we are out of the MTN FA Cup. Definitely, we disappointed our fans, but I think when you look at this week the way the boys trained and the way we worked.”I have the hope that we are going to make the fans happy this weekend," coach Tanko told Medi TV.The Ghanaian top-flight league is resuming this weekend after a four-week break, and Medeama SC is determined to secure victory at the TnA Stadium. The match is scheduled for a 3 pm kick-off.

Ghanaian forward Prince Kwabena Adu has likened his style of play to Uruguay and former Barcelona forward, Luis Suarez.Adu Kwabena, who plies his trade for Czech Republic club Viktoria Plzen has been outstanding since joining the club last summer.The former Bechem United striker has racked up 10 goals and provided 2 assists from 28 games across competitions.In an interview with Flashscore, the 21-year-old Ghanaian forward revealed admiration for both Suarez and Asamoah Gyan, saying he possesses the qualities of the Uruguayan star."My style is very similar to Luis Suarez, so I watch his videos a lot," Adu explained. "The way he scores, his movement with and without the ball—I try to learn from that.""Growing up I watched Luis Suarez and Asamoah Gyan. You know Gyan is a Ghanaian legend who did a lot for our national team. My style is very similar to Luis Suarez's, so I watch his videos a lot.The way Suarez scores, runs, and moves with and without the ball and off the pitch—I like everything about him and really learn a lot from him. Growing up I loved watching him, and I even still watch him in the MLS." He...

Players of Bechem United are calling for an end to violence in the country’s football ahead of the resumption of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.The Ghanaian top-flight league campaign has been on suspension for a month after the violent incident that marred the Week 19 game between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko.On the matchday, Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley, was stabbed to death.After weeks of investigations into the death of the staunch Asante Kotoko, the Ghana Premier League season is set to resume this weekend.In a campaign launched by Bechem United, players of the team are calling for an end to hooliganism.They argue that football is a game of passion, unity and respect and must be celebrated with sportsmanship and fairness.Football is a game of passion, unity, and respect. Let’s celebrate the sport with sportsmanship and fairness.Say NO to HOOLIGANISM❌ and keep the game BEAUTIFUL 😍✅!#GPLisBack🇬🇭#BUFC💚#TheHunters🟡⚪🔵 || #PrideofAhafo pic.twitter.com/YcDyh9Zo5W— Bechem United FC (@BechemUnitedFC) March 4, 2025On the league’s return, Bechem United will take on Medeama Sporting Club in what will be a tough encounter.

Former Ghana Premier League (GPL) Golden Boot winner Abednego Tetteh has announced his retirement from football while at Heart of Lions, following his strong criticism of the league’s management.Tetteh, who previously starred for Bibiani Gold Stars, recently sparked controversy by calling for the cancellation of the 2024/25 GPL season, accusing the Ghana Football Association (GFA) of mismanaging the competition.His remarks came after the league was temporarily suspended due to the tragic death of Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong, known as ‘Nana Pooley,’ during a w19 fixture in Nsoatre.In a post on social media, Tetteh wrote: "Please accept this letter as a formal notice of my retirement from Heart of Lions."His comments have drawn a response from Heart of Lions, who have distanced themselves from his statements.Tetteh won the GPL Golden Boot at Gold Stars with 16 goals in 19 matches but struggled in his second season, scoring just once in nine appearances.He previously played for clubs including Hoyvik in the Faroe Islands, King Faisal, and Bechem United, where he helped win the FA Cup in 2016.

The President of Bechem United, Kingsley Owusu Achiaw, says the abrupt break of the Ghana Premier League has negatively affected elite clubs.He made these remarks after some Premier League clubs suffered elimination from the MTN FA Cup in the Round of 16 games.Speaking to the Graphic Sports, Achau acknowledged that while the break was necessary, it negatively impacted elite clubs, making them vulnerable against lower-tier sides that remained active in their respective leagues."Because the league was on break, most of the players were not taking training seriously because they knew they wouldn't play any league matches," Achau explained."As a result, they became rusty and struggled against lower-division teams who were still actively playing in their league."He, however, welcomed the resumption of the Premier League this weekend, noting that it would provide clubs with the opportunity for more competitive matches, as opposed to warm-up games against weaker opposition."We also suffered the same fate due to rustiness, but we are confident we can still fight for a good position in the league, even after being docked three points this season," he stated.The Ghana Premier League came to a halt after Asante Kotoko fan, Francis Frimpong,...

The draw for the quarter finals of the 2024/25 MTN FA Cup competition will take place at the MTN House, Ridge, in Accra on Friday March 7, 2025. The quarterfinalists will know their opponents after the live draw next month. So far seven teams have secured qualification to the quarter-final stage with the winner of  Asante Kotoko and Eleven Wise outstanding match expected to complete the list.Three Ghana Premier League clubs have made it to this stage of the competition so far with four second tier sides in the mix for next month's draw. The live draw is set to commence at 11am on Friday March 7, 2025. The MTN FA Cup is one of the most prestigious football competitions in Ghana and continues to grow in popularity every year.The eventual winner will represent the country at next season’s CAF Confederation Cup.Below are the 7 qualified teams awaiting the eight team. Berekum Chelsea Bechem United Karela United FC Attram de Visser PAC Academy True Democracy Golden Kick Asante Kotoko or Sekondi Eleven Wise

Ghanaian forward Kwaku Osei Bonsu made a dream return from injury, scoring the decisive goal to secure Spartak Subotica’s 1-0 victory over Jedinstvo in the Serbian SuperLiga.Introduced at the start of the second half, Bonsu replaced Ilija Babic and immediately injected energy into Subotica’s attack with his intelligent runs behind the defense.The breakthrough came in the 78th minute when the former Bechem United striker expertly controlled a pass, evaded the onrushing goalkeeper, and slotted home with his left foot. Moments later, he nearly doubled his tally with a similar move but found the side netting.Bonsu’s return is a welcome boost for Subotica after an injury-hit campaign that has limited him to just eight appearances. His goal helped lift the club to 10th place in the Serbian SuperLiga standings.