In a stunning comeback, Jordan Ayew of Crystal Palace scored a late winner against Mali in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, matching his senior brother Andre Ayew's goal record for the Black Stars.
Former Asante Kotoko player Ntow Gyan has strongly condemned the practice of age cheating in football, sharing his personal experiences and the negative consequences it has brought him.
After being sued for slander by Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil, an Accra High Court issued an order for substituted service on former GBC broadcast journalist Veronica Commey.
John Paintsil filed a lawsuit against journalists Veronica Commey, Saddick Adams, Patrick Osei Agyemang (popularly known as Songo), and Christopher Nimley.
The case derives from allegations made by journalists on several radio shows that Paintsil forged his CAF Coaching certificate.
The ex-Ghana international launched a defamation lawsuit against the four journalists and the media outlets where the allegedly defamatory words were broadcast.
The Writ of Summons and Statement of Claim were successfully served on Saddick Adams, Patrick Osei Agyemang, and Christopher Nimley. However, efforts to assist Veronica Commey have been greeted with major obstacles.
According to accounts, Veronica Commey had been evasive and difficult for the court bailiff to reach in order to avoid being physically served with the papers.
Lawyers for the Blackstars Legend applied to the court to serve the Writ of Summons and Statement of Claim on Veronica Commey via substituted methods in order to guarantee that she received notice of the writ.
John Paintsil is represented by WTS Nobisfields Ghana, a respected international legal practice that is part of WTS Global, a well-known network that operates in about 100 countries worldwide.
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Following repeated unsuccessful attempts to serve Veronica Commey, the court issued an order of substituted service. When regular procedures fail, alternative means of serving court documents are permitted by the court rules.
The terms of the substituted service order will ensure that Commey is notified of the litigation via Whatsapp, X, and Facebook.
The Court additionally directed that the Writ of Summons and Statement of Claim be posted on the Court's notice board and in a prominent location on GBC's premises. The claims made by the journalists have major consequences for John Paintsil's professional standing.
As an assistant coach with the Ghana Black Stars, his credentials and honesty are critical. Paintsil asserted that the claims are unfounded and has initiated legal action to clear his name.
The court's decision to award an order of substituted service emphasizes the significance of due process and keeping all parties involved in legal disputes well-informed.
This instance emphasizes journalists' crucial role in confirming information before broadcasting possibly harmful claims. The outcome of this lawsuit is anticipated to have far-reaching repercussions for Ghanaian media practices and journalist accountability.
Below is the Order for Substitute Service from the Accra High Court
Black Stars head coach after the important win over Mali was queried about his system and whether he is going to maintain in subsequent games and he answered that it will depend on the opposition he will be coming up against.
Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, revealed that victory was the goal as they approached the crucial match against Mali at the Stade du 26 Mars in Bamako.
I Following their morale-boosting 2-1 victory over Mali in Bamako, the Black Stars of Ghana are now focused on their upcoming clash against the Central African Republic in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The win against Mali, Ghana's first in 2024, ended a seven-game winless streak and revitalized their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Ghana fell behind just before halftime, but a determined second-half performance and strategic substitutions by coach Otto Addo turned the game around. Ernest Nuamah headed in the equalizer, and substitute Jordan Ayew scored the winner with a deflected effort inside the box following great work down the left by another substitute, Fatawu Issahaku.
"I think we had a very good fighting spirit, but the game was 50-50. It was even, and in the end, our substitutes made the difference," coach Otto Addo remarked after the match.
The victory propelled Ghana to second place in their six-team group, significantly enhancing their chances of securing a spot in the World Cup.
With their spirits high, the Black Stars are now concentrating on their upcoming match against the Central African Republic at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. The team is expected to train later on Friday as preparations for the must-win game begin in earnest.
Coach Addo emphasized the importance of adaptability in their approach: "In this game, I chose this system. In another game, I might choose a different system. The game against the Central African Republic will now be even more difficult because we will be expected to win. Mali and the Central African Republic play differently, so I might choose a different system."
Ghana's impressive comeback against Mali has given the team renewed confidence. They will aim to carry this momentum into their next match, hoping to top the group by the end of this month's qualifiers and strengthen their position in the race for World Cup qualification.
