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Isaac Darko

Education: Education: Degree in Communications, University of Media, Arts and Communication. Google News Initiative (2024).

Experience: Experience: Production Assistant, TV3 Ghana (2009-2011), Producer/Director, Viasat 1/Kwese TV (2014-2020), Writer/Weekend Editor, Pulse Ghana (2014-2020), Editor, Sports Brief (2022-2024), Sports Editor, YEN (2024 to present)

Awards: Radio and Television award, show Football 360, Ghana (2014 and 2015)

Isaac Darko is a Sports Editor at Yen, boasting over 10 years of experience in the media industry. He has produced award-winning TV shows such as "Football 360" and "Sports XTRA" on ViaSat 1/Kwese TV. Isaac began his career as an Assistant Producer at TV3 Ghana Limited (Media General) and also contributed as a Writer and Weekend Editor for Pulse Ghana. He earned his bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from the Ghana Institute of Journalism (now University of Media, Arts and Communication). Email: isaac.darko@sportsbrief.com.

1951 articles published since 08 Jul 2024

Author's articles

Full list of countries affected by Donald Trump’s travel ban ahead of 2026 World Cup

Full list of countries affected by Donald Trump’s travel ban ahead of 2026 World Cup

Football

2 months ago

When is World Cup draw and who could Ghana face? New 2026 format explained

When is World Cup draw and who could Ghana face? New 2026 format explained

Football

2 months ago

8 smallest countries to ever qualify for World Cup after Cape Verde’s triumph

8 smallest countries to ever qualify for World Cup after Cape Verde’s triumph

Football

2 months ago

Jude Bellingham’s parents ‘split’ after over 20 years of marriage

Jude Bellingham’s parents ‘split’ after over 20 years of marriage

Football

2 months ago

8 countries excluded from World Cup after FIFA block their participation

8 countries excluded from World Cup after FIFA block their participation

Football

2 months ago

Ghana coach Otto Addo remains silent on Andre Ayew’s Black Stars future

Ghana coach Otto Addo remains silent on Andre Ayew’s Black Stars future

Sports

2 months ago

Otto Addo: Black Stars’ playing style remains flexible ahead of World Cup

Otto Addo: Black Stars’ playing style remains flexible ahead of World Cup

Sports

2 months ago

Otto Addo has reiterated that his tactical approach with the Black Stars is flexible, a philosophy that helped the team secure qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

Young footballer tragically dies in motorbike crash as club pays heartfelt tribute

Young footballer tragically dies in motorbike crash as club pays heartfelt tribute

Football

2 months ago

A football club has been sent into mourning after the death of a "great friend and player" following a horror motorbike crash next to their training ground

African country with smaller population than Accra qualify for World Cup

African country with smaller population than Accra qualify for World Cup

Football

2 months ago

A small African country that has less population than Kumasi and Accra has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history.

Ghana Coach Otto Addo earns praise for 2026 World Cup qualifying run

Ghana Coach Otto Addo earns praise for 2026 World Cup qualifying run

Sports

2 months ago

Ghana head coach Otto Addo has silenced his critics in emphatic fashion, leading the Black Stars to an outstanding qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Jordan Ayew to become Ghana’s oldest player at 2026 World Cup

Jordan Ayew to become Ghana’s oldest player at 2026 World Cup

Football

2 months ago

Jordan Ayew is set to become Ghana’s oldest player to feature in a World Cup when he takes to the pitch in the 2026 tournament hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

Zinedine Zidane outlines plan to become France manager

Zinedine Zidane outlines plan to become France manager

Football

2 months ago

Zidane has outlined his plan to become the next manager of the France national team as the ex-Real Madrid boss opened up on how his 'life changed' after retirement.

6 famous footballers who missed the most penalties in modern football

6 famous footballers who missed the most penalties in modern football

Football

2 months ago

Scoring from 12 yards isn’t as easy as it looks. YEN.com.gh takes a look at the six players who have missed the most penalties in the 21st century.

Tottenham eye move for another Ghanaian star to join Mohammed Kudus

Tottenham eye move for another Ghanaian star to join Mohammed Kudus

Football

2 months ago

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing AFC Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo but could face competition from a host of Premier League clubs, including Liverpool.

2026 World Cup: Black Stars hold final training ahead of Comoros tie

2026 World Cup: Black Stars hold final training ahead of Comoros tie

Football

2 months ago

Ghana held their final training session on Saturday evening at the Accra Sports Stadium ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Comoros.

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