Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey played a substitute role for Atletico Madrid in their 2-1 victory over city rivals Real Madrid in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi finals at the Vicente Calderon on Wednesday. The Rojiblancos largely dominated proceedings and created plethora of chances but Real Madrid stood to the test. It was not long as their high intensity display was rewarded with a goal after midfielder Saul Niguez opened the scoring with a thumping header in the 12th minute
Following his appointment as the 1st Vice President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Ghana FA Boss Kwesi Nyantakyi says he is honoured. Nyantakyi who was recently re-elected onto the FIFA Council was, on Wednesday, appointed the second most powerful person in football on the continent with DR Congo FA Boss Constant Omari as the 2nd Vice President. Ghana football is respected at CAF both technically and administratively and the approval I had from my colleages at the ExCo is a
Newly appointed head coach of the Black Stars Kwesi Appiah has rocked the boat again by firmly declaring that the best of the home-based players will be invited into his new Black Stars team. The former Al Khartoum man is bent on rebuilding a formidable team that will give the 2018 World Cup qualifiers it's best push while keeping an eye on bringing an end to nations trophy drought. His conviction and desire means some of the dead woods and bench warmers in Europe will be shaking in their
Former Ghana youth striker Saddick Adams has confirmed holding talks with Kotoko over a possible move. Adams, 26, is currently on a short term loan at Cypriot side Turk Ocagi Limassol from Berekum Chelsea. But he has confirmed holding talks with the Ghanaian giants but leaves it to his parent club to decide his future. "Yes...I remember I spoke with some officials of Asante Kotoko few months ago," Adams told Sunyani-based Space FM "But I told them am now in Cyprus and
Ghana and Al Ahli striker Asamoah Gyan says he's been spurred on by the critics who claim he has passed his prime. Gyan, 31, has come under criticism from a section of the club's supporters in recent weeks in aa stop-start season due to injury setbacks. The Ghana international has been far from best since joining the United Arab Emirates side on loan from Shanghai SIPG. The former Sunderland arrowman has struggled to recapture the form he showed during four trophy-laden years at
Kwesi Appiah has been re-appointed Ghana coach replacing Israeli Avram Grant-but he is yet to be unveiled. His first task comes only a month after he started work. It will be a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ethiopia at home on 04 June before playing Mexico in a friendly on 28 June and another friendly against the USA on 01 July. Many believe there will be new faces in the Black Stars squad for the upcoming fixtures after a fourth place finish at the Africa Cup of Nations 2017
Ghana FA Boss Kwesi Nyantakyi is set to rock the world with his dazzling football skills as FIFA Council XI take on UEFA XI in a ceremonial game in Bahrain. The game wraps up activities of the first ever FIFA Congress under the presidency of Gianni Infantino. Nyantakyi who was famously referred to as Wa Polo during his play days is expected to lead his fellow FIFA Council members as they set out on a demolishing exercise against the UEFA team. By: Sheikh Tophic Sienu @desheikh1
Ghana FA Boss Kwesi Nyantakyi is set to rock the world with his dazzling football skills as FIFA Council XI take on UEFA XI in a ceremonial game in Bahrain. The game wraps up activities of the first ever FIFA Congress under the presidency of Gianni Infantino. Nyantakyi who was famously referred to as Wa Polo during his play days is expected to lead his fellow FIFA Council members as they set out on a demolishing exercise against the UEFA team. The CAF Executive Committee member who has recently
On loan Al Ahli striker Asamoah Gyan believes he has not been treated fairly by the club's supporters. Gyan, 31, is regaining his form and scoring touch after netting in the side's win overLokomotiv in the Asian Champions League on Tuesday. The Ghana international, on loan from Chinas Shanghai SIPG, has struggled to assert himself largely due to recurrent injuries. The former Sunderland hitman has come under criticism after scoring nine goals in 22 appearances. But he says Al
Ghanaian marksman Asamoah Gyan has taken a swipe at Al Ahli supporters, claiming they do not understand the game of football. The 31-year-old has struggled to replicate the form that made him a household name in the United Arab Emirates for Al Ain following his recurrentstruggle with niggling injuries since his long loan secondment from Chinas Shanghai SIPG. Gyan broke his duck at the fifth time of asking in the 2017 AFC Champions League with a chip during Tuesdays 4-0 thrashing of Uzbekistans
Medeama midfielder Justice Blay is thrilled with his form in his first season at the club. Blay has been in an imperious form since joining the side from relegated Sekondi Hasaacas at the start of the season. The defensive midfielder was crowned man of the match after scoring a brace to hand the Mauve and Yellows a 3-1 win over Elmina Sharks at home on Monday. And the youngster says he's happy with his progress in Tarkwa. Medeama SC talisman Justice Blay insists he is eager to go
Great Olympics have completed the signing of goalkeeper Michael Sai, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively reveal. Sai joins as a free agent after leaving Medeama. The former Berekum Chelsea glovesman will work under his former coach Tom Strand. He is expected to provide competition for a starting berth. The Wonder Club appear to be revived since the Swedish took over after they managed a deserved 2-0 win over Asante Kotoko last Saturday. ...
Newly appointed coach of Asante Kotoko Steve Polack believes the club can bounce back from their slump to clinch the Ghana Premier League title. The Porcupine Warriors started the campaign brightly by collecting seventeen points from their first seven games, but their form has hit a snag as they have gone seven games without a win which has resulted in the their slip on the league standings from fifth to eighth position. The club have therefore, swooped for former Berekum Chelsea technical
Former Kotoko striker Shilla Alhassan has warned incoming coach Steve Pollack to be wary of his backroom staff. Alhassan, who was sacked five months after being appointed team manager of the team, believes the British must be careful about his technical team. Kotoko have confirmed agreeing a deal with the Brit to replace interim coach Frimpong Manso. And former striker Shilla Alhassan is ringing the warning bell. What I observed at my time with the technical team was that there were gossips
Liberty Professionals General Manager Godfred Akoto Boafo has backed incoming coach Michael Osei to succeed at the club. Osei, an ex-Asante Kotoko trainer, has signed a three-year deal with the scientific soccer lads. And the club's chief Godfred Akoto Boafo, believes he is the right man for the job. "We feel he is a good choice and can help us achieve our target," he told Accra-based Joy FM "He has some experience and we want him to help develop our players."
Ghanaian youngster Yaw Yeboah will leave Dutch side FC Twente at the end of the season. Yeboah, 19, joined the side on loan from English giants Manchester City. The former Ghana Under-20 midfielder will not be seeking contract extension when his loan deal expires in the summer. The West African sensation is believed to be on the radar of several European clubs and will weigh the best option available. The Ghanaian has made 26 appearances and scored twice this season....
Spanish giants Valencia are keen to sign Atletico Madrid Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively reveal. The 23-year-old is back on the radar of the La Liga side after they failed to sign him in the winter. GHANAsoccernet.com can reveal Valencia want to take advantage of its good relationship with Atletico Madrid to entice the Ghanaian to their fold. Valencia's economic situation has taken a dig in recent times and are keen to revive the team with promising
EintrachtBraunschweigTorsten Lieberknecht is refusing to feature Ghana defender Phil Ofosu-Ayeh after talks to extend his contract stalled, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively reveal. The 25-year-old is nearing the expiration of his current deal which expires in the summer. The Ghana international has dragged his feet over extending his deal with the German second-tier side. The situation has put coachTorsten Lieberknecht in a tight corner - leading to the decision to leave him out his squad.
CAF has released the squad numbers for Ghana's Under-17 team ahead of the 2017 Africa Junior Championship which starts on Sunday May 14. Youngster Emmanuel Toku Toku will wear the iconic No.10 shirt while captain Eric Ayiah Ayiah will wear the No.6 shirt. The Black Starlets will open their group A encounter against Cameroon before playing host Gabon and Guinea. Here are the full squad 1 DANLAD IBRAHIM GK 2 JOHN OTU 3 GIDEON ACQUAH 4 EDMUND ARKO-MENSAH 5 NAJEEB YAKUBU 6 ERIC AYIAH
Ghanaian midfielder Kevin Prince Boateng is in line to be named the best player of the season for La Liga side Las Palmas following his stupendous performance in the season. Kevin, 30, joined The Yellows at the beginning of the season and has since been the most influential player for the La Liga side. The former AC Milan midfielder is the top scorer of The Yellows with 10 goals from 27 appearances in all competitions this season. Kevins impressive run this season has shot him up as he competes
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