Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah has hailed goalkeeper Felix Annan following his impressive performance in the 3-0 friendly win over Asante Kotoko. The 26-year-old was handed his debut Black Stars against his own club and he made several incredible saves in front of familiar fans at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.Appiah believes Annan could become a great shot stopper if he maintains his focus, train well and heed to advice."I was aware of what Felix Annan can do when giving the opportunity
Optimism abound that this qualification campaign maybe the one in which Harambee Stars will end their 15-year wait to reach the African Cup of Nations finals.The last two results— a win against Ghana and the midweek draw against Ethiopia—have left Harambee Stars on top of their group as they prepare for the return leg clash against the Walya Antelopes at Moi Stadium, Kasarani tomorrow.It’s not hard to see why hopes are high about this Sebastien Migne’s Stars. But the job
The Chief Executive Officer of Soccer Time Africa and Chairman of Afro-Arab Group of Companies, Alhaji Abdul Salamu Amadu was awarded the Sports man of the year at the 2018 edition of the 40 under 40 Achievers Awards.The ceremony which was held at the plush Kempensiki Hotel in Accra saw the business mogul awarded for his efforts and contributions to the development of sports in Ghana.The awards seeks to honour and celebrate a cross-section of the nation’s most influential and
Head coach of Kenya Sebastien Migne has called on fans of the Harambee Stars to show up in numbers ahead of their home game against Ethiopia in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. Kenya will host Ethiopia on Sunday after a goalless draw in Addis Ababa last Wednesday at a filled Bahir Dar stadium.Sebastien Migne who is bent on leading the team to AFCON 2019 has asked the fans to troop to the Moi International Stadium in numbers to support the team.‘’The fans were amazing and
Horoya AC's Ghanaian quintet Brefo Mensah, Sebe Baffour Kyei, Ocansey Mandela, Godfred Asante and Patrick Razak will be working under a new coach for the 2018/2019 campaign.Former Syli Nationale head coach Patrice Neveu has been announced as the new trainer for the Red and Whites after signing a two years deal on Thursday.Neveu is replacing compatriot Victor Zvunka who parted ways with the Guinean champions last week following their exit in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals.The
Senegal recorded a 3-0 win over Sudan in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification Group A match at the Stade Léopold Sédar Senghor in Dakar on Saturday.As a result, the Lions of Teranga climbed to the top of the group table, while the Falcons of Jediane remained fourth on the standings.The Lions of Teranga were looking to get their qualifying campaign back on track after drawing 2-2 with Madagascar away last month.While Falcons of Jediane were hoping to record their
Ex-Black Stars midfielder Mallam Yahaya has no doubts CK Akunnor will be successful as Asante Kotoko coach. But the former King Faisal coach wants the Porcupine Warriors to be patient and give him more time.''Kotoko should have patience for Akunnor, he can do the job, he is a very good coach. We have the same mentality because we both had our training course in Germany. I know what he is capable of doing,'' Yahaya is quoted as saying on Zuria FM sports''I’m
Ghana youth international Abdul Halik Hudu continues to weave his magic in Sweden after providing two assists for Hammarby's U19 side. The former Inter Allies player was crucial in the 9-2 win over Örebro U19 in the Swedish U19 League.The youngster played the entire duration for Hammarby exhibiting impressive performance aiding his side to a comfortable win.Hammarby U19 are now 2nd on the U19 League log with 22 points after 11 matches played so far.
A injury time goal saw Morocco secure a slender 1-0 win over Comoros in a 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, Group B match at the Stade Mohamed V in Casablanca on Saturday.The opening half was a rather dull affair with both sides struggling to maintain possession and unable to create decent goal scoring chances.Morocco did see more of the ball but their decision making in the final third was poor, as was their shooting on goal.Consequently, the first half ended goalless.The second half
Nigeria moved above Group E 2019 Africa Cup of Nations rivals Libya following a 4-0 win over the North African's at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo Saturday. Odion Ighalo scored a hat-trick for the hosts who now occupy second spot in the group, a point behind South Africa who demolished the Seychelles 6-0 in Soweto earlier today.The Super Eagles opened the scoring as early as the fourth minute following a mistake by Libyan goalkeeper Mohamed Abdaula. Having
Ten-man Zimbabwe took firm control of 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Group G with a 2-1 win over the Democratic Republic of Congo at the Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa on Saturday evening. The hosts dominated proceedings from start to finish, but the Warriors took their opportunities and defended with great determination throughout, to ultimately claim all three points and duly remain unbeaten after three rounds of fixtures.Ronald Pfumbidzai opened the scoring for the visitors
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