The Black Stars annihilated second-tier side Askowa Deportivo 6-1 in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations warm-up in Kumasi on Wednesday. Two second-half braces from attackers Majeed Waris and Raphael Dwamena helped Ghana to the emphatic victory ahead ofSundays qualifier against Ethiopia. The Black Stars opened the scoring on 23 minutes after the second tier side had been resolute in defence with Jordan Ayew breaking the deadlock from Samuel Sarfo's assist. Frank Acheampong doubled the lead
Ethiopia coach Ashenafi Bekele has named a strong 22-man squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ghana on Sunday. Captain Salahdin Said as well as foreign-based duo Shemeles Bekele and Oumed Okuri are the most high-profile player in the squad expected to arrive in the country on Thursday. Ethiopias 22-man squad for Ghana clash Goalkeepers: Lealem Birhanu (Sidama Coffee), Abel Mamo (Mekelakeya), Jemal Tassew (Jimma Aba Coffee) Defenders: Tesfaye Bekele (Adama Ketema),
Al Gharafa center back Rashid Sumaila is happy he is making a return into the Black Stars with colleague Jerry Akaminko. Both players are returning into the team for the first time since 2014 and the former Kotoko defender is delighted they are both back at the same time. Akaminko sustained a serious injury on the eve of Ghanas preparation for the 2014 World Cup in the final friendly with the Netherlands. A spiritualist in 2015 lashed his Black Stars team mate Rashid Sumaila for being behind
Ghana FA Presidential hopeful Fred Pappoe has shed light on his decision to take a back stage, insisting he was not 'pushed'. The astute football administrator, who is among personalities believed to be eyeing the FA presidency, occupied several top positions at the FA before relinquishing the role. Pappoe served as the Chairman of the Black Stars management committee as well as the CHAN and was recently the Chairman of the Match Review Panel. The former Executive Committee member
Ghana defender Jerry Akaminko has rejected claims compatriot Rashid Sumaila masterminded the horrific injury which nearly curtailed his career three-years ago. The 29-year-old, who plays for Turkish sideEskiehirspor, is staging a return to the team after enduring a hellish and nightmarish time in the treatment room. Akaminko's career was left on the edge after he suffered a career-threatening injury during a high-profile pre-World Cup friendly against the Netherlands. Self-acclaimed
Ghanaian defender Bright Addae says he has 'personal ambition' to play for English side Chelsea. Addae, who plays for Serie B side Ascoli, says it would be a dream to play for the Blues. The ex-Ghana Under-20 defender impressed for the Italian second-tier side last season. Chelsea Football Club has been my dream club and I will love to wear the famous Blue colours at one stage in my career," he said "It will be dream career if I get the platform to wear the colours of
Ghana midfielder Yaw Yeboah says the Dutch League is a good hunting ground for young talents. Yeboah, 20, enjoyed a fabolous loan spell at FC Twente where he featured 26 times and scored two goals. The Ghana international, who is owned by Manchester City, says the Dutch Eredivisie is a good starting ground. I actually want to play football that was all I wanted to do since I was born, just to play,"he told Accra-based Citi FM "I dont care about whatever is behind anything, I just
Former Kotoko defender Richard Manu is taking a CAF Licence 'B' coaching certificate in Ghana. Manu, who is based in Germany, is among 65 participants studying for the certificate at the National Sports College, Winneba. He featured for the Ghanaian giants between 2007-2009. The Ghanaian, who handles German lower side DJK Dillingen, holds a UEFA Licence 'B' certificate. The CAF B License is the first to be organized this year and is expected to end on the 16 June.
Ex-Hearts of Oak striker Selasi Adjei has signed for Zambian top-flight sideNakambala Leopards. Adjei, 23, has joined the side on a permanent deal after struggling at the Ghanaian giants. The former Amidaus Professionals striker joined the Phobians with huge pedigree, but persistent injuries robbed him off the chance to impress. The striker joins a growing list of Ghanaian players which former Ghana defender Lee Addy, include ex-Medeama goalkeeper Muntari Tagoe and former Okwahu United striker
Many ex-players are recently speeding up for their coaching licenses with the latest being former Great Olympics striker Nuru Yakubu. Nuru, 30, got his promising career truncated after suffering a deadly injury. The intelligent young man now wants to pick up his certificate in the field of coaching after bidding goodbye to the sport he loved most. He had his License C last year after excelling in the course held at Winneba by the Confederation of Africa Football. Nuru, who is chasing
Major League Soccer side Columbus Crew have hailed the call-up of Ghanaian trio Harrison Afful, Jonathan Mensah and Mohammed Abu into the Black Stars. Both Afful and Mensah who are established members of the Black Stars, are part of the team that will play Ethiopia in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Sunday. However, their compatriot Abu will only be involved in the two high-profile friendly games against Mexico and USA. And the MLS are delighted with the situation. Appearances
Mario Balotelli will play for Borussia Dortmund next season according to his agent Mino Raiola. The Italian is on the lookout for a new club following 17 goals for Ligue 1 side Nice and has been linked with a variety of landing spots. Raiola linked the 26-year-old with the Bundesliga club recently and added more to fuel to the fire when he appeared at the unveiling of new boss Peter Bosz on Tuesday. When asked about his client he responded: "Yes. Balotelli will play for Dortmund."
Former Black Stars skipper and now technical coordinator of the team Stephen Appiah has backed the Stars to put up a sterling performance when they take on the Ethiopians in a 2019 AFCON qualifiers this weekend. Kumasi is a very important place for us, we are here to do the business and the atmosphere is charged already so we are calling on the fans to support the team in their numbers on Sunday, says Appiah after the teams training session. "I am able to tell how the team id doing from
Ghanaian defender Joseph Aidoo claims he's unaware of reported interest from Trabzonspor. Aidoo, who is currently on the books of Swedish side Hammarby, is on the wishlist of the Turkish side. Trabzonspor have tabled an official bid for his signature after a splendid season in theAllsvenskan. But the Ghanaian centre-back claims he's in the dark over the reported interest. "I do not know. I probably can not give you an answer to that question right now. I have a contract with
Ivorian striker Souleymane Coulibaly expressed relief after leaving Al Ahly and explained the reasons behind his sudden departure. The 22-year-old forward traveled to England without informing the club last week, before issuing a controversial statement alleging that he departed the Red Castle following ill treatment from his teammates, claiming he was treated like a slave. In an interview with Football365.FR, Coulibaly spoke about the reasons that led to his departure after only five months
Ghanaian defender Jos Yaromade an injury return for Philadelphia Union in their 2-1 defeat at New York City over the weekend. The Ghanaianclimbed off the bench to replace injured Warren Creavalle. The promising defender has been sidelined for the past four months after he suffered a shoulder injury back in February. But he returned to the pitch for the first time this year as Union lost against New York City. "It was a proud moment for me," Yaro said. "I'd been
Midfielder Isacc Twum featured for the Ghana Senior National Team B in their 2-1 win over the Scorpions of Gambia at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday morning. Twum was handed starting role where he paired with Gideon Waja in the midfield and once again exhibited one of his fantastic performances. He was at the heart of the team and made sure square and accurate passes got to the forward lines. With a team made of 23 players and all set for the exercise, Twum was substituted in the 61st
Reigning English Premier League Champions, Chelsea FC, has acknowledged its fans at Accra-based Living Streams International Church for celebratingits league success. The team noted that, the celebration of their victory by the Ghanaian Church, and the massive support it enjoys in Ghana can be attributed to Michael Essiens efforts while with the club between 2005 and 2014. In a blog post on Tuesday, it said Research from both Google and Twitter in recent years has revealed west-Londons finest
Hammarby Ghanaian defender Joseph Aidoo does not wants to be drawn into speculation linking him with a move away from the club. The 21-year-old has emerged on the radar of Turkish outfitTrabzonspor following a remarkable showing in the Swedish Allsvenskan. But the former Inter Allies defender is refusing to give much away amid the reported interest from several clubs. "I do not know. I probably can not give you an answer to that question right now. I have a contract with Hammarby and
The match tickets for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Ghana and Ethiopia has been announced. The National Sports Authority are hoping to sell 35,000 tickets for the 40,000 seater stadium in Kumasi. A paltry GH5 is going for the Red and green seats, GH10 for centre-line and a flat rate of GH20 for the VIP stands. The four-time African champions begin the journey of qualifying to the continental showpiece in Cameroon with a home game against Ethiopia. Coach Kwesi Appiah
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