Young goalkeeper Stephen Kwame Darko passes on after a short illness

Namoro Football Academy has confirmed the death of young goalkeeper Stephen Kwame Darko.

The academy confirmed the sad news on Sunday morning April 5,2026, revealing that the shot-stopper died after a short illness.

Details surrounding the illness remain undisclosed, but the club expressed deep sorrow over the loss of one of their brightest talents.

Stephen Kwame Darko’s passing marks yet another painful moment for Ghana’s grassroots football scene, as the country continues to nurture young talents with dreams of reaching the highest level.

"Ghanaian club Namoro Football Academy has announced the passing of their goalkeeper, Stephen Kwame Darko, after a short illness."

"The academy confirmed the sad news this morning. Rest in peace," the statement read.

Ghanaian club Namoro Football Academy has announced the passing of their goalkeeper, Stephen Kwame Darko, after a short illness.

The academy confirmed the sad news this morning.

Rest in peace 🕊️💔 pic.twitter.com/1Lv38zhMLB

— Shaban Mohammed (@ShabanMo9) April 5, 2026