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Villarreal coach optimistic Partey will survive London test amid rape charges

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Villarreal coach optimistic Partey will survive London test amid rape charges

The coach for the Spanish club believes his midfielder will not be under pressure despite his off the field troubles when they face Tottenham in the Uefa Champions League on Tuesday

Villarreal coach Marcelino has lauded Thomas Partey mental toughness ahead of the Uefa Champions League game against Tottenham on Tuesday.

Partey is returning to London for the first time for a football game following his departure from Arsenal as he continues to battle rape and sexual assault charges.

“I am totally convinced that he is mentally prepared and technically prepared to play tomorrow night. For sure he will be ready. We are very happy Thomas is with us for his football capacity, football ability and his presence as a human,” he said during pre-match conference.

“He is a great player with a lot of experience. He has played for a lot of top clubs. We know he has a great level. I think he will get back to a top level. I am very happy he is with us in the team.”

Partey is still batting five counts of sexual charges and although, he has not been found guilty yet, reports suggest that some protesters have prepared to show placards in and outside the stadium to protest against him.

Kwara United hold Warri Wolves, shift focus to Asante Kotoko Clash in Ghana

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Kwara United hold Warri Wolves, shift focus to Asante Kotoko Clash in Ghana

The Nigerian side will be heading to Ghana over the weekend to face Porcupine Warriors in CAF Confederation Cup


Kwara United secured a valuable away point on Sunday after battling newly promoted Warri Wolves to a goalless draw in their Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 4 fixture at the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro.

The Harmony Boys started brightly, dictating play and dominating the midfield exchanges much to the admiration of the home crowd. Their early pressure nearly paid off in the 25th minute when Johnmark Aule Shirsha unleashed a strike that forced a nervy save from the Wolves goalkeeper, who tipped the effort behind for a corner.

Despite their dominance, Kwara United could not find the breakthrough before halftime, while Wolves struggled to create any real openings in attack.

The hosts improved after the restart, but Kwara United’s backline remained solid. Goalkeeper Suraj Ayeleso, supported by Kabiru Muhammed, Saheed Olaniyi, Ibrahim Yahaya, and Victor Adeoye, delivered a composed defensive performance to keep the game level. Substitute Obiorah Kingsley came close to breaking the deadlock in the 58th minute with a thunderous shot, only to be denied once again by the alert Wolves shot-stopper.

Warri Wolves threatened late on, but the Harmony Boys’ defensive resilience ensured the points were shared.

Speaking after the match, Head Coach Tunde Sanni praised his team’s discipline and composure under pressure, describing the result as the perfect build-up to their CAF Confederation Cup assignment.

“It was a good game and a good test ahead of Asante Kotoko,” Sanni said. “I believe Asante cannot do more than what Wolves did here today. If we can survive this, we can survive in Ghana.”

Kwara United now sit on five points from four NPFL matches. Their attention turns to continental duty, as they prepare to face Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko in the CAF Confederation Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, September 21.

Kotoko, on the other hand, picked a crucial 1-0 away victory over Berekum Chelsea on opening day of Ghana Premier League— a result which marked their first-ever win at the venue since Chelsea qualified to participate in the top-flight in 2010.

Vision FC Secures Multi-Year Headline sponsorship with Yellow Power International

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Vision FC Secures Multi-Year Headline sponsorship with Yellow Power International

Vision FC is proud to announce a landmark multi-year partnership with Yellow Power International, one of Ghana’s foremost mining and support services companies, as the club’s official headline sponsor ahead of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.

Under this agreement, Yellow Power International’s distinctive logo will be prominently featured on Vision FC’s matchday jerseys, symbolising a powerful collaboration between two ambitious Ghanaian brands committed to excellence and innovation.

Yellow Power International has established itself as a leader in the mining sector, employing more than 200 staff and maintaining operations across three African countries. The company specialises in the extraction of precious minerals, including gold, and is recognised for its adoption of cutting-edge technology and environmentally responsible mining practices, contributing significantly to Ghana’s mining industry and national GDP growth.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Vision FC President Michael Osekre expressed his delight at the partnership:

“This agreement marks a vital moment in our young club’s journey. Vision FC is building a sustainable model for success in Ghanaian football, and the support of a dynamic and socially responsible company like Yellow Power International will accelerate our growth. Together, we aim to inspire our fans, develop top talent, and compete at the highest levels of the Premier League.”

Emmanuel Kweku Ganu, Chairman of Yellow Power International, echoed the excitement.

“Yellow Power is thrilled to join forces with Vision FC, a club whose ambition and professionalism align perfectly with our corporate values. Football unites communities and drives economic opportunity, qualities we embrace as a proudly Ghanaian company. Through this partnership, we look forward to supporting Vision FC’s rise and positively impacting football development across the country.”

Vision FC enters the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season with renewed energy after a successful debut campaign, and the club is eager to showcase the Yellow Power brand to fans across Ghana and beyond.

Otto Addo drops Fatawu, Razak & co. ahead of Ghana’s double header in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

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Otto Addo drops Fatawu, Razak & co. ahead of Ghana’s double header in 2026 World Cup qualifiers

The Black Stars gaffer has opted not to select the Foxes in-form winger ahead of the international break

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has surprisingly dropped Leicester City star Abdul Fatawu Issahaku and named underfire Thomas Partey in his squad to face Chad and Mali in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers next month.

Also, Nations FC defender Razak Simpson has been snubbed following his mistakes against Nigeria in the friendly game in London.

Fatawu has been in a fantastic form in the Championship this season, scoring the winner for the Foxes last weekend against Charlton Athletic but that could not convince the Black Stars boss.

However, Jordan Ayew leads the players plying their trade in England, who are expected to help the Black Stars grind results. Tottenham new star Mohammed Kudus made the squad alongside Antoine Semenyo and Tariq Lamptey and

EOCO recovers 60 out of 300 suspected stolen vehicles

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EOCO recovers 60 out of 300 suspected stolen vehicles

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has revealed that about 300 stolen vehicles shipped into Ghana have been identified through joint investigations with the FBI and Canadian police since 2022.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, EOCO legal officer Paa Bruce Sam explained that about 60 of these vehicles have already been seized through court processes and are being prepared for return to their rightful owners.

“In collaboration with the FBI, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and the Canadian Police, in 2022, we began the seizure of stolen vehicles shipped into Ghana, and we discovered about 300 possible stolen vehicles,” he said.

He cautioned that individuals unable to prove ownership or the legitimate source of a vehicle, if found in their possession, face serious legal consequences.

“Under Section 146 of the Criminal Offences Act, anyone found in possession of stolen property can be arraigned and prosecuted. So if one of these cars is found in your possession and you are not able to prove ownership or that you do not know it is a stolen vehicle, you will be processed for court and also be charged with money laundering,” Sam added.

-ADOM FM

Head of Creative at All Blacks resigns ahead of new GPL season

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Head of Creative at All Blacks resigns ahead of new GPL season

The multifaceted young man has opted to tender in his resignation letter after helping the Ozii Ozaa Boys to win qualification to the Premier League

Addai Isaac, the Head of the Creative Department of Ghana Premier League side Swedru All Blacks’ media team, has officially stepped down following an impressive season with the club.

Despite the team securing promotion to the Ghana Premier League after 16 years in the lower divisions, Isaac – widely known as Smart in creative circles – decided to resign this week, citing personal reasons in his formal resignation letter.

During his time with the club, Smart played a key role in transforming All Blacks’ social media presence through impactful photography, graphic design, and engaging video content that gained national attention.

In addition to his creative role, he also served as the club’s Deputy Director of Brands and Communications.

All Blacks will begin the Premier League season with an away game against Nations FC on opening day before they host Berekum Chelsea at Swedru in what will be the club’s first home fixture in the top-flight for almost two decades.

Partey charged with three ANAL rape counts, among others

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Partey charged with three ANAL rape counts, among others

The former Arsenal star was in court on Monday and was later released on bail

Arsenal star Thomas Teye Partey was released on bail today after appearing in court for five counts of rape cases and one count of sexual assault.

In the Summary of the charges against Ghanaian footballer, there were three shocking counts of Anal Rape, two counts of vaginal rape and one count of Sexual Assault.

In court today, “A brief summary of the accusations that were read out by prosecutor Jocelyn Ledward KC follows below:

Charge 1: Anal rape of Complainant 1 between April 2021 and May 2021. Complainant 1 alleges one occasion when engaging in consensual vaginal sexual intercourse and Thomas Partey penetrated her anus with his penis without her consent. Allegation reported to police in February 2022 and Partey arrested an interviewed in July 2022.

Charge 2: Anal rape of Complainant 1 between April 2021 and June 2021. Multi-incident allegation where Complainant 1 alleges Thomas Partey inserted his penis into her anus without her consent on at least four occasions. Partey attended a voluntary interview in November 2024.

Charge 3: Vaginal rape of Complainant 2 in December 2021. Thomas Partey asked Complainant 2 for sex, she said she did not want to, but he allegedly penetrated her vagina with his penis anyway without consent. The allegation was made to police in February 2025 and Partey attended a voluntary interview in March 2025.

Charge 4: Anal rape of Complainant 2 in February 2022. It is alleged Thomas Partey asked Complainant 2 for anal sex, she did not want to, but he put his penis in her anus anyway. This was reported to police in September 2022, but the allegation was not put to Partey during his voluntary interview in March 2025.

Charge 5: Vaginal rape of Complainant 2 in Marbella in June 2022. Complainant 2 alleges Thomas Partey vaginally raped her in Spain. Partey was interviewed about this in July 2022.

Charge 6: Sexual assault of Complainant 3 in February 2022. It is alleged Thomas Partey sexually assaulted Complainant 3 when she attended his address by lying on top of her, trying to kiss her, and touching her all over her body over clothing without consent. She tried to push him off and after a couple of minutes he stopped. He attended a voluntary interview about this in February 2023.”

Partey has vehemently denied all the charges levelled against him in court by the ladies involved in the proceedings .

Partey signed a two-year deal with La Liga side Villareal and will be playing in Spain until 2027.

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THOMAS PARTEY RELEASED ON CONDITIONAL BAIL

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THOMAS PARTEY RELEASED ON CONDITIONAL BAIL

Thomas Partey has been released on conditional bail after facing charges of five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. As part of his bail conditions, he must notify police of any changes in address or plans for international travel, and he is prohibited from contacting the three women involved. He is now eligible to play in Spain after joining La Liga club Valencia.

Bechem United sign Botchway as new head coach for 2025/26 season

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Bechem United sign Botchway as new head coach for 2025/26 season

The Hunters have added to their technical team another tactical guru as they fine tune ahead of the new season

Bechem United have appointed Stephen Desmond-Issah Botchway as the new head coach ahead of 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season.

Botchway, affectionately known in the sporting fraternity as Orchester, replaces Osei Wire in a bid to push the club to a desired position after the season.

“We’re proud to announce the appointment of STEPHEN DESMOND-ISSAH BOTCHWAY, popularly known as Orchester, as our new Head Coach,” a club statement read.

“With a wealth of experience, unmatched passion for the game and a clear vision for success, we believe Orchester is the perfect fit to lead the Hunters into an exciting new chapter.
Let’s give him a warm welcome as we gear up to chase glory together,” the statement added.

Despite losing some key players to Asante Kotoko and Gold Stars, Bechem are expected to be a force to reckon with in the upcoming season after signing former Ghana national youth team forward Aminu Mohammed and other promising young players.

Bechem are currently in Obuasi for their pre-season campaign.

Swedru All Blacks appoint Ahmed Fathi as new coach until 2027

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Swedru All Blacks appoint Ahmed Fathi as new coach until 2027

Ghana Premier League side Swedru All Blacks United have confirmed 𝐀𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢 as the club’s new head coach following their qualification to the top-flight last month.

According to reports in the local media, the Egyptian tactician signed a two-year deal with an option for additional year depending on his performance.

Fathi, 39, who holds CAF license A and arrived in the country last week with his assistant coach Mohamed Manfouz Abdelaal Hassanin who will double as video analyst.

Fathi boasts of over a decade experience in coaching having had stints with Egyptian Premier League side Ismaily FC as the assistant coach.

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