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Rodri’s Season-Ending ACL Injury

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1 year ago

September 23, 2024

Samuel Kobina Amu

Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, Manchester City midfielder

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Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, the influential midfielder for Manchester City, has been confirmed to be out for the remainder of the 2024/25 season due to an ACL injury in his right knee. This injury occurred during a Premier League match against Arsenal, where he was forced to leave the game early.

Reports from multiple sources, including ESPN and Marca, have confirmed the severity of the injury, indicating that Rodri will require surgery and a significant recovery period, likely keeping him sidelined for the rest of the current season.

This injury comes at a particularly challenging time for Manchester City, not only due to Rodri’s pivotal role in the team’s midfield but also amidst discussions about player workload and potential strikes due to the demanding football calendar.

Rodri himself had recently voiced concerns over the number of games players are expected to compete in, suggesting that the situation might lead to a strike action among footballers.

The absence of Rodri, often considered one of the best holding midfielders in the world and a contender for the Ballon d’Or, poses a significant challenge for Manchester City’s ambitions in both domestic and European competitions.

His loss is not just a blow in terms of his on-pitch contributions but also his leadership and presence in the dressing room. Manchester City, under Pep Guardiola, now faces the task of adapting their tactics or formations to cope without one of their key players for the remainder of the season.

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Ghana’s Black Queens Thrash Russia 4-0 in Pink Ladies Cup

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March 3, 2026

Samuel Kobina Amu

back-to-back 4–0 victories for the Black Queens against Russia and Hong Kong at the Pink Ladies Cup (@GFA)

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The Ghana Black Queens delivered a dominant performance by thrashing Russia 4-0 in their Matchday 2 fixture at the 2026 Pink Ladies Cup in the United Arab Emirates (held at venues like Al Hamriya Sports Club Stadium).

This follows their opening 4-0 win over Hong Kong, making it back-to-back clean-sheet victories with 8 goals scored and none conceded so far. The result positions Ghana at the top of the four-nation tournament table involving Ghana, Russia, Hong Kong, and Tanzania, as they prepare for the WAFCON 2026 qualifiers.

Match Highlights

- Stella Nyamekye opened the scoring early in the 8th minute with a well-taken finish.

- Doris Boaduwaa added a brace (goals in the 17th and 33rd minutes, including one described as a super finish).
- Patience Ajegipina Zakaria (Ampem Darkoa Ladies striker, on debut form from the first game too) sealed it with the fourth in the 88th minute.

The Black Queens showed strong composure, high pressing, and clinical attacking under head coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren, who reportedly called this one of the best performances he’s seen from the team since taking charge.

This comes amid some reported tensions in the region (mentioned in Dubai context), but the team stayed focused and impressed. The Queens will take on Tanzania on Friday, March 6, 2026, in their final group game.

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Asare’s Stunning Save Secures Hearts Point in Tense Draw

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February 23, 2026

Samuel Kobina Amu

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The Ghanaian prolific goalie proved his inclusion into Ghana’s goalkeeping history over the weekend as Accra Hearts of Oak and Berekum Chelsea battled to a 0-0 draw in Ghana Premier League Matchday 23, with Asare’s world-class save proving decisive amid Hearts’ dominance in possession and shots.

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Twenty-three (23) Ghanaian referees officially presented with FIFA badges

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January 22, 2026

Samuel Kobina Amu

Twenty-three (23) Ghanaian referees have been officially presented with their FIFA badges. Image Source (Ghana Football Association)

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This milestone was celebrated at a ceremony held at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) headquarters in Accra on Tuesday, January 21, 2026.

Ghana Referees honored with their FIFA badges

A cross section of the twenty-three Ghanaian referees honored with their FIFA badges.

The badges, awarded annually by FIFA based on performance, fitness tests, and assessments from the previous year, authorize these officials to officiate international matches throughout 2026 across various formats.

The group includes:

10 Centre Referees
10 Assistant Referees
1 Futsal Referee
1 Beach Soccer Referee (notably, Portia Oppong, highlighted as a historic first female in this category for Ghana)
1 Video Assistant Referee (VAR)

Veteran referee Daniel Nii Laryea lead the list, retaining his status with dual recognition as both a Centre Referee and VAR official, showcasing his consistent excellence on the African and global stages.

Veteran Ghana referee Daniel Nii Laryea

In his address the GFA Vice-President Mark Addo congratulated them and urged them to aim for world-class standards: “Aspire for greatness. You are the soul and heart of the game.” He emphasized impartiality, fairness, and the responsibility that comes with representing Ghana internationally, with continued FIFA recognition depending on ongoing performance.

This achievement reflects Ghana’s strengthening presence in global refereeing, especially after past challenges in the sport. These referees are now set to take the pitch in international competitions, bringing pride to the nation.

Well done to all involved—keep upholding the highest standards!