For football fans across the globe, the opportunity to go to the World Cup is something dreams are made of. For 30 children who live with serious illnesses or conditions, that dream has come true courtesy of Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich and a group of other donors. The Russian has donated a hefty six-figure sum to the Israel-based "Fulfilling Dreams" charity, which takes children with serious illnesses to major football tournaments across the world. Abramovich's money
Sirius FF chairmanOve Sjblom has confirmed that they have responded to contact made by Malmo FF for a review of the contract they signed to purchase Ghana midfielder Kingsley Sarfo. Sarfo joined Malmo FF in a record deal from IK Sirius last summer following his impressive display for Sirius FF. But the 23-year-old's stay in the Malmo was engulfed in legal cases and was handed a two years, eight months jail sentence a fortnight agoafter being found guilt of defilement. In the wake of
Sirius FF chairmanOve Sjblom has confirmed that they have responded to contact made by Malmo FF for a review of the contract they signed to purchase Ghana midfielder Kingsley Sarfo. Sarfo joined Malmo FF in a record deal from IK Sirius last summer following his impressive display for Sirius FF. But the 23-year-old's stay in the Malmo was engulfed in legal cases and was handed a two years, eight months jail sentence a fortnight agoafter being found guilt of defilement. In the wake of
Romanian club CFR Cluj have expressed interest in signing midfielder Michael Essien after parting ways with Indonesian side Persib Bandung. The 35 year old who is a free agent after leaving Persib Bandung could join the Romanians before the start of the new season. Essien having previously played Chelsea, AC Milan and Real Madrid is reported to have began negotiations with CFR Club, who are keen on getting the signature of the experience midfielder. The ex-Black Stars player has been inactive
Swansea City forward Andre Ayew will make a decision on his future in the next few days says spokesperson of the player, who rejoined the Welsh side in January. Ayew returned to Swansea in January after a turbulent period at West Ham. However, following the demotion of Swansea from the English Premier League, it is unlikely Ayew will stay at Swansea. Despites news of a move hovering around his younger brother, Fiifi Tackie who speaks for the brother indicated Andre will make a decision on his
The Federation of International Football (FIFA) will be in Accra on Friday to meet with the government of Ghana over it's decision to dissolve the Football Association following the revelations of the Anas Expose. Ghana's government has stated it is taking steps to dissolve the Ghana Football Association which has drawn FIFA into the affairs of football in the country, following it's non tolerance for government interference in the administration of the game. According to the spokesperson
World's football governing body FIFA has mandated a 3-member delegation to fly into Ghana on Thursday to engage with Government and some selected members of the defunct GFA on Friday following the Anas Aremeyaw Anas' expose which revealed all kinds of malpractices at the injuncted GFA and some of its officials. As communicated earlier, Government requested for a meeting with FIFA to look into the recent issues at the Ghana Football Association. FIFA subsequently agreed to meet Government
After their 2-1 victory against Poland - which was Africa's first winat 2018 World Cup - Senegal fans stayed behind to clean up the mess they had made in all the excitement at the Spartak stadium in Moscow. In this act of kindness, some Senegalese supporters opted to help out after the game by cleaning up the mess that had all been left behind. Their actions received a lot of praise on social media as they showcased their ability to be humble and helpful in the victory. Below is the video
Okyeman Planners are contesting the dismissal of their bankroller George Afriyie as Ghana FA vice president by his former boss Kwesi Nyantakyi. The Division One League side argue that Afriyie's sack was in contravention of the statues of the Football Association. Planners want FIFA to reinstate him [Afriyie]. In April this year, the Ghana FA released a statement confirming Afriyie's dismissal after an Executive Committee. But no reason was given for his removal although the President
Egypts veteran goalkeeper Essam El-Hadary apologised to the fans for a disappointing 3-1 defeat by Russia on Tuesday that all but ended the team's World Cup campaign, saying that the players did their best against the hosts. The Pharaohs collapsed in a 15-minute spell in the second half to suffer a second straight defeat that leaves them at the bottom of Group A with no points. "I aplogise to all Egyptians for our defeat against Russia, El-Hadary told beIN Sports after the game.
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