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Vinicius Jr named Fifa Best men’s player of the year

By Saibu Terry

Published on 17th December 2024


Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has been named the men’s player of the year at the Fifa Best Awards.

The 24-year-old and his club boycotted the recent Ballon d’Or ceremony after missing out to Manchester City’s Rodri – but he picked up this prize in Doha.

Vinicius played a key role in Real’s Champions League and La Liga-winning campaign in 2023-24, scoring 24 goals and providing 11 assists.

Earlier in the ceremony, Barcelona midfielder Aitana Bonmati was named the women’s player of the year for the second year in a row.

This was the first time Vinicius has won the award and capped a happier finish to the season than October’s Ballon d’Or boycott.

The Ballon d’Or and Fifa Best Awards are the two most prestigious in football.

This was Vinicius’ first Fifa prize, with Lionel Messi winning the previous two awards and Robert Lewandowski the two before that.

The award – for football from August 2023 to August 2024 – was decided by a mix of public vote, one journalist from each country and the captain and manager of each national team. Each group’s vote counted for 25%.

Real Madrid were already in Qatar for Wednesday’s Fifa Intercontinental Cup final against Mexican side Pachuca at Lusail Stadium.

Spain’s Euro 2024-winning midfielder Rodri finished second to Vinicius for the award, while Real’s England player Jude Bellingham was third.

Fifa has released details on who each coach and captain voted for.

England skipper Harry Kane opted for Rodri, with international team-mate Bellingham second and Vinicius third.

Lee Carsley, who was the Three Lions’ interim boss when the votes were cast, went for Bellingham, Rodri and Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal in that order.

Scotland boss Steve Clarke and Wales manager Craig Bellamy both opted for Rodri as their top pick.

Wales skipper Aaron Ramsey went for Vinicius, while Northern Ireland captain Paddy McNair voted for Rodri.

Brazil’s captain and manager voted for Vinicius, but their Spanish counterparts both selected Real Madrid right-back Dani Carvajal

Source BBC sports

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Sankara Nationals FC Clinches Win at Yapei FC to Take Top Spot in Zone 1A

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Published : 11 October 2025

Published at: 7:37Pm

By Saibu Terry

In a Pulsating match at the Jinapor Stadium on Saturday, October 11, 2025, Sankara Nationals FC secured a hard-fought victory over Yapei FC, moving them to the top of the Access Bank Division One League Zone 1A standings.

The visitors took the lead just before halftime when midfield maestro Mohammed Salis Toufick’s strike to give Sankara Nationals a 1-0 advantage at the break.

Earlier in the game, Yapei FC was awarded a penalty in the 35th minute, but Sankara Nationals’ goalkeeper Kalala made a spectacular save to deny the home side.

In the second half, Yapei FC pushed hard for an equalizer, but Sankara Nationals’ defense held firm. The Yendi-based club’s resilience paid off, earning them a narrow win.

With this victory, Sankara Nationals FC now tops Zone 1A after 3 matches with two wins one draw with 7 points.

Coach Mohammed Bashiru Joe Baah’s side will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming match at the Yendi youth resource center against Northern city Fc.

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Sheihu Dalhu Celebrates UDS, Presents Giant Trophy to the Team

Leader of Ahlul Bayt and Shia Community in Northern Region, Sheihu Abdul Mumin Dalhu has presented a giant glittering trophy to UDS Football Team in honor of their glory at the World Universities Game in Dalian, China.

While the players were sharing their reflections of their remarkable success on Sagani TV’s ‘GAME DAY’ Sports Program in Saturday, 11th October, 2025, the Prominent Islamic Cleric, took everyone by surprise including the producers and host of the program, joining the playing body LIVE in the studio to celebrate their feat and presented them with the trophy as surprise package for their performance.

He also presented a Wrist watch to the Head of the Technical team, Coach Shaibu Tanko as appreciation for guiding the side to chalk such a success.

The gesture by Sheihu Dalhu demonstrates joy the University has brought to the people of the North through sports, representing pride and recognizing the need to reward hard work.

Before the presentation, Sheihu Dalhu lauded players for their bravery and fighting spirits, exalting their patriotism which served as catalyst to their deserved triumph, emphasizing that they should continue to exudes patriotism in every endeavor as it is a pillar for success in life.

The revered Islamic Scholar also re-echoed the voices of some advocates that the University for Development Studies deserves to have its own stadium to further harness talents for the nation.

On behalf of the team, the captain of the side, Mohammed Asigri thanked the Zongo Chief in Tamale for the enormous gesture done them.

Story by : Inusah Dondaliya

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2025 Best Graduating Law Student is the Daughter of A.B.A Fuseini

Latifa Teiya Fuseini was emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student of the Ghana School, the Class of 2025.

Among the 824 Lawyers who have been called to the Bar today at the ceremony held in Accra Conference center, Latifa Teiya Fuseini rose above all to become best graduating student through excellence academic work, due diligence and meticulousness.

She received John Mensah Sarbah memorial prize, the highest honor for the best graduating student, becoming the third student from KNUST to win the award in a row.

Going viral following her emergence with flying colors as the Overall best learner of the Law during the graduation, many have been itching to know her background and the stuff she made of to wet their appetite.

In a quest to satisfying the demand of the curious minds on the subject matter, Ghananewsnet.com has delved deeper into ascertaining the personality of Latifa Teiya Fuseini.

With authority and certainty, Ghananewsnet.com can Divulge that she comes from the home of knowledge, wisdom and Proverbs as she is a daughter to A.B.A Fuseini, a Ghanaian seasoned Politician and Former MP for Sagnarigu Constituency, known for his proverbial pronouncement and prowess in every context especially on his public commentary.

Born in Accra, she is the second child amongst four siblings sharing Biological ties with Hon. A.B.A Fuseini. Latifa Teiya is believed to be in her mid 20s now.

Before joining the Ghana School of Law to pursue her law studies, she acquired her LLB from KNUST.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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