New UK visa application supplier in Ghana from this week in October 2024

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
New UK visa application supplier in Ghana from this week in October 2024

Ghanaians applying for visas to enter the UK will need to use a new visa application centre (VAC) from 22 October 2024.

The UK’s third-party VAC supplier in Ghana is changing to VFSGlobal on this date. This means people in Ghana will need to complete their applications with VFSGlobal, even if they have begun the process with previous supplier, TLScontact.

You will be contacted by email if this change affects you. However, there is no need for concern as it will not affect visa application decisions, processing times or prices.

This change will improve our service, including on average shorter biometric and application submission times in the VAC.

The UK’s global network of VACs is managed by third party suppliers on behalf of UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

Marc Owen, UKVI Director for Visa, Status and Information Services, said: “The opening of our new VAC in Ghana marks an exciting milestone in the provision of a world-class UK visa operation, one which will provide important digital innovations and convenience to customers around the world.”

The new location for the Ghanaian VAC is Mezzanine Floor, Grand Oyeeman Building, South Liberation Link, Accra.

If you want to find out more about the changes to suppliers and when this is happening, please visit: Changes to the commercial partner visa application services – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

You can find your nearest VAC by visiting: www.gov.uk/find-a-visa-application-centre

Baidoo on target as three Ghanaians feature against Galatasaray in UEFA Europa League

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Baidoo on target as three Ghanaians feature against Galatasaray in UEFA Europa League

Ghana new striker Michael Baidoo scored once again for Swedish side Elfsborg as they lost 4-3 to Galatasaray in UEFA Europa League.

The Ghanaian, who made his international debut against Sudan last week, slotted home his second goal in his last Europa League games from the spot as Elfsborg attempted a late comeback.

Mauro Icardi scored the first goal of the game for Galatasaray on 28th minute and goalkeeper Isak Pettersson made it 2-0 through an own goal eleven minutes later. Barış Alper Yılmaz added another goal for the hosts on the verge of half time to make it 3-0 as the game looked like a non-contest.

After the break, Niklas Hult pulled one back for Elfsborg on 52nd minute before Baidoo added another from the spot to turn things around and make the game keenly contested.

However, Yunus Akgün scored to push the scoreline to 4-2 with seven minutes to full time through a nice effort.

Ghanaian defender Terry Yegbe, who was shown a yellow card on 38th minute for a poor tackle, lasted 89 minutes in the match for Elfsborg and he was replaced by Johan Larsson who scored with his first attempt on goal to make it 4-3.

Also, former Inter Allies striker Jalal Abdullai was a second half substitute. The 19-year-old came on for Arber Zeneli on 78th minute.

Despite Elfsborg pushing men forward for the equaliser, Galatasaray’s defence was tight and held on to break the hearts of the travelling supporters who were aiming at snatching at least a point.

Ghana miss out of 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Ghana miss out of 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

The Black Sharks lost their second game at the AFCON and are now officially out of fighting for a place at the Beach Soccer World Cup next year

Ghana fails to qualify to play at 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup after losing 5-2 to Morocco in the ongoing 2024 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations.

The Black Sharks lost their first game 6-3 to hosts Egypt on Saturday and with elimination starring at their faces, they did everything possible in the second Group A fixture but their efforts were overshadowed by a resilient Morocco team.

Ghana who now have zero point from two games, will play Tanzania in the last game of the group and the result would do little or nothing for them in the competition.

Seychelles will host the World Cup next year and a total of 24 countries are expected to arrive in Africa for the first time for the competition

#FIFAWorldCup

GHALCA at crossroad; Exco members plot impeachment against Kudjoe Fianoo for criticising Ghana FA

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
GHALCA at crossroad; Exco members plot impeachment against Kudjoe Fianoo for criticising Ghana FA

The former Ashanti Gold chief has come under intense pressure from his colleagues following a recent criticisms of Kurt Okraku’s style of leadership at Ghana FA 

A section of Executive Committee members of Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) are ready to vote to open an impeachment process against their chairman Kudjoe Fianoo for his recent conduct, AshesGyamera.com’s sources have revealed. 

WHAT HAPPENED?

Fianoo has recently gone all guns blazing following Ghana’s recent poor performances in all competitions. He criticised Ghana FA president Kurt Okraku of poor leadership and insisted that Okraku’s recent outburst during a meeting with Black Stars players before the game against Sudan in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was unnecessary.

Fianoo believes Ghana eventually went on to draw the first leg goalless in Accra and lost the reverse fixture 2-0 in Benina, Libya because that comment and posture by the FA boss affected the player’s psychologically.

WHAT FIANOO SAID

The outspoken GHALCA boss suggested that Okraku should relinquish his position now or should not dream of a third term in office but some members of GHALCA are opposing these comments,insisting that they were unfortunate and a “serious violation” of his duties. 

“The situation at the GFA is untenable, and a change in leadership is imperative,” Fianoo said in an interview. 

“Ghana football is in a mess,” Fianoo lamented. “We haven’t seen anything yet. If the FA continues with this family and friends system, this is the result we will get. These individuals (Executive Council) came solely to benefit themselves, not to improve our game. “Things can only change if we all stop the ‘yes sir, master thing’ and speak truth to authority.

“Alongside GHALCA, I will spearhead an impeachment process against Kurt Okraku to ensure our football governance returns to a path of integrity and accountability. Everything is not working at the moment and we need to speak truth to power to save our dear game,” he added.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

AshesGyamera’s sources have revealed that GHALCA vice chairman John Ansah insists Fianoo’s comments were “abhorrent and wholly unacceptable” and does not represent the association.

 As a result, reports suggest he has held some secret meetings with certain members of the executive committee and has advised the association’s secretary to draft a letter for him to sign in order to distance GHALCA from the comments passed by Fianoo to avoid the wrath of Ghana FA and maintain peace in the football ecosystem. 

WHAT NEXT FOR FIANOO?

The GHALCA chairman’s statement will obviously spark some discussions within the football community especially as Ghana is on the verge of missing out of the 2025 AFCON for the first time in over two decades. The Black Stars have only two points from four games in Group F of the qualifiers and trail Sudan five points with two more games to be played. However, Fianoo should expect serious power play if some members truly want to stamp him out of the game.

‘Kudus Mohammed could face six match ban,’ says former Premier League referee Mike Dean

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
‘Kudus Mohammed could face six match ban,’ says former Premier League referee Mike Dean

The former Premier League top referee has suggested that the Ghanaian could return to action in December should the FA decides to extend his suspension

West Ham United forward Kudus Mohammed could be suspended for six matches following his red card against Tottenham in the 4-1 defeat in the East London derby on Saturday according to former Premier League referee Mike Dean.

Kudus, who scored the opening goal of the game, was later sent off in the second half after he clashed with Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven. The altercation escalated when Kudus kicked the ball at Van de Ven, prompting the Dutchman to confront him. Kudus retaliated by pushing Van de Ven in the face, causing him to fall theatrically.

The Ghanaian was later pushed by a Tottenham player and his head collided with Richardlison, leaving the Brazilian on the floor. Later, Kudus could be seen pushing his hands into the face of Tottenham midfielder Pape Mate Sarr, and although the incident was initially missed by the on-field referee Andrew Madley, VAR later reviewed everything and his initial yellow card was overturned into straight red card.

“When you look at the footage, he could have been sent off for the first incident alone,” Dean said after the game.

“But because he hit two different players in the face, I think the FA will act on both [and the suspension extended],” Dean explained.

Should Kudus’ initial three matches suspension is extended, the he will not only miss the games against Manchester United, Nottingham Forest and Everton but he could also miss crucial fixtures against Newcastle, Arsenal, and Leicester, leaving him sidelined until West Ham’s home match against Wolverhampton on December 9th.

However, with international break coming up in November, Kudus could be seen in action when Ghana face Angola in Luanda in the penultimate game in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers before he plays the last game at home in Accra against Niger with the hope that the Black Stars will win both games while Sudan lose all their games in order for Ghana to qualify for the competition.

Jordan Ayew snatches late winner for Leicester City against Southampton

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Jordan Ayew snatches late winner for Leicester City against Southampton

Jordan Ayew scores late winner for Leicester City as three Ghanaian players feature in one Premier League game.

Ghana forward Jordan Ayew snatched a late winner for Leicester City as they came from two goals down to beat Southampton 3-2 at St. Mary’s Park in Premier League on Saturday.

Ayew came on for Bilal El Khannous by the 68th minute and won the hearts of the travelling supporters with his wonderful late winner following an assist from Harry Winks through a corner kick.

Fatawu Issahaku was also thrown into game after 59 minutes when he replaced Victor Kristiansen and tormented the hosts’ defenders. He provided the assist for Leicester’s first goal which was scored by Facundo Buonanotte on 63rd minute to begin the come back. Jamie Vardy netted the equaliser from the spot ten minutes later before Ayew snatched the winner deep in additional time.

Meanwhile, Kamaldeen Sulemana who have been sidelined by injury throughout this season made a return from the treatment to play the last 12 minutes for Southampton as he replaced Tyler Dibling but he could not help his side to avoid defeat.

Ayew has become the third Black Stars player to hit the back of the net after Kudus Mohammed and Inaki Williams (2 goals) who scored against Tottenham and Espanyol respectively.

Video: Kudus Mohammed shown Red Card in West Ham’s defeat to Tottenham

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Video: Kudus Mohammed shown Red Card in West Ham’s defeat to Tottenham

Mohammed Kudus was shown a red card after hitting a Tottenham player in West Ham’s 4-1 defeat in East London derby in Premier League on Saturday.

The Ghanaian opened the scoring for West Ham in the 19th minute after an assist from Jarod Bowen but Tottenham turned the game on its head with some quick football. Dejan Kulusevski scored the equaliser for Tottenham by the 36th minute

After the break, Yves Bissouma made it 2-1 by the 53rd minute and West Ham goalkeeper Alphonse Areola bundled the ball into his own net two minutes later.

The hosts finished off the game on 66th minute through Son Heung-min to make it a non contest.

Kudus, who looked frustrated, was then given a straight red card after hitting a Tottenham player on 86th minute.

The red means that Kudus will not be part of West Ham’s squad to face Manchester United next weekend as well as the game against Nottingham Forest.

Ghana to face hosts Egypt in Beach Soccer AFCON opener

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Ghana to face hosts Egypt in Beach Soccer AFCON opener

This afternoon, Ghana’s Black Sharks will be squaring it off with host nation Egypt in 2024 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations in Group A. The Black Sharks booked their place at the tournament after defeating Côte d’Ivoire 10-5 on aggregate – securing a 5-3 win over Côte d’Ivoire 5-3 in Keta and 5-2 in Abidjan in the return leg.

In the other Group A fixture, Morocco will lock horns with Tanzania and the tournament will run from today, October 19-24, 2024.

The Black Sharks next opponent will be against Morocco October 21, before they complete the group stage with a date against Tanzania in the last game.

Head Coach of the Black Sharks Daniel Kotey said after Thursday’s draw.

The winner and runner-up of the tournament will represent Africa at the 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup which will be staged in Seychelles. A total of 24 countries will converse in Africa for the first time to challenge for the world title.

Thomas Partey is fit…. Did he lie to Ghanaians over fitness to favour Arsenal?

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
Thomas Partey is fit…. Did he lie to Ghanaians over fitness to favour Arsenal?

The Arsenal boss has confirmed that Thomas Partey is fully fit and can play part of this weekend’s game against Bournemouth

Ahead of the weekend’s Premier League games, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has met and spoken to the English press as the Gurnners prepare to face Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon.

Arteta gave injury updates on several key members of his squad, including Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey as well as captain Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli.

Partey missed out of the Black Stars goalless draw against Sudan in Accra and the 2-0 defeat suffered in the reverse fixture in Benina, Libya since he complained that he was not feeling well and can’t board an aeroplane for long hours.

However, he has miraculously recovered from his illness few days after the international break and Arteta is expecting to start him over the weekend.
“Thomas is fit, yes [and can play against Bournemouth],” the Arsenal manager said.

On Bukayo Saka, Arteta said: “It’s not a serious injury. He has evolved really well. He’s done some things in the last two days. Obviously he wasn’t fit enough to play with the national team in the second game, but we are hopeful. We have a training session this afternoon. He did some bits yesterday, so let’s see if he can make it on time.”

He also gave updates on On Kai Havertz and added that: “He had a few issues and we’ve been dealing with that. He’s been absolutely brilliant. He has very good communication with the national team, with the manager and he understood the situation. Obviously we had to modify everything that we could do here and again, if he trains well today he has a good chance to be fit and available.”

I ‘died’ after Sudan defeated Ghana – Otto Addo reveals

Evans Gyamera-Antwi
-
0
I ‘died’ after Sudan defeated Ghana – Otto Addo reveals

The beleaguered coach has revealed that he was not of himself after Sudan shocked the Black Stars in Libya on Tuesday

Ghana coach Otto Addo has admitted he felt dead following the Black Stars 2-0 defeat to Sudan in 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group F qualifiers on Tuesday in Benina, Libya.

Ahead of the game, Ghana needed a win at all cost to breathe life back into a terrible start to the qualifiers after they had only picked two points from three games. However, things moved from bad to worse as goals from Mohamed Mamoun Eisa and Mohamed Abdel-Rahman did the damage to further push the Black Stars away from making it to the tournament which will be staged in Morocco.

“To be honest, I felt dead the last two days [after the defeat to Sudan],” Addo said in an interview with Ghana FA media.

“But now I’ve received a lot of positive feedback and support from family and friends. This is the time when I need them, and I believe all the players and the entire team need it as well. This support has brought me back on track,” Addo added.

Now, Ghana need to win their last two games against Angola in Luanda and Niger at home in Accra and then hope Sudan lose their remaining games against Angola and Niger before they can qualify to play in the next AFCON.

A section of Ghanaians have insisted that Otoo Addo must be sacked since this is the first time in over 20 years that the country will be missing out of the tournament. Meanwhile, others believe he needs to be maintained in order to rebuild the squad and prepare for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

1...345...272Page 4 of 272