Black Meteors coach Ibrahim Tanko has called up 22 players for their upcoming CAF U23 Cup of Nations qualifier.Tanko, who has replaced Yusif Abubakar, is to prepare his side for next month's first qualifying round first leg against Togo.The ex-Borussia Dortmund player faces a daunting task to lead Ghana to the Olympic Games for the first time since 2004.If Ghana progresses, they will face Gabon in the next round.Goalkeepers: Kwame Baah (Inter Allies) Richmond Ayi (WAFC) Dacosta
Ghanaian talent Callum Hudson-Odoi scored his first Chelsea goal on Thursday as the Blues thumped PAOK 4-0 in their Europa League Group L encounter.The 18-year-old was put through by Cesc Fabregas before cutting inside onto his right foot and curled an effort past goalkeeper Alexandros Paschalakis at the near post.His goal gave Chelsea a comfortable three-nil lead after a double from Olivier Giroud in the 27th and 37th minutes respectively.Hudson-Odoi which in a cross from the right
Asante Kotoko will be engaging in two friendlies on Sunday and Wednesday to prepare for their CAF Confederation Cup first round tie.The Porcupine Warriors will play Ebusua Dwarfs at the Accra sports stadium on Sunday and Inter Allies FC on Wednesday at the Tema stadium.Both games are scheduled to kick-off at 3pm.Asante Kotoko are waiting for the winner between Kariobangi Sharks FC from Kenya and Arta Solar 7 of Djibouti.Kariobangi Sharks are the likeliest opponents to progress
Assistant coach of the Black Stars, Ibrahim Tanko has been officially handed the the Black Meteor job following the demise of Yussif Abubakar. The former Borussia Dortmund ace has been appointed as a replacement for the former Aduana Stars coach who died last week in Kumasi after a short illness.Tanko's immediate task is to prepare the team for their first round of the Afriica U-23 championships qualifiers against neighbours Togo.The Black Meteors will host Togo on 18 December,
Cameroon forward Gaelle Enganamouit had her home ransacked and vandalised following her penalty miss against Nigeria in the semi-finals of the Women's AFCON.The Indomitable Lioness missed out a final place and World Cup spot after they lost 4-2 on penalties on Tuesday at the Accra sports stadium.Cameroon will take on Mali in a 3rd place play-off on Friday at the Cape Coast stadium where the winner book a place for next year's World Cup.According to head coach Joseph Ndoko,
Twenty two players have been invited to the national U-23 camp as they begin the first phase of preparations for their upcoming qualifiers.The selected players are expected to report at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram on Friday November 30. Assistant Black Stars coach Ibrahim Tanko has been given additional responsibilities as Head coach of the U23 national team.The Black Meteors will face Togo in a two legged tie in the first round of the Africa U-23 championship
Asante Kotoko midfielder Samuel Appiah Kubi may be focused on football but that has not stopped him from serving his people as he holds a chieftancy position in his hometown. Appiah Kubi is Kontihene of the Nkoranza Akonkonti Odumase Traditional Area and has the stool Nana Appiah Kumanin.Samuel Appiah Kubi joined the Porcupine Warriors from Nkoranza Warriors this season in his bid to break into the very competitive Kotoko midfield under new head coach CK Akonnor."I'm
Black Stars midfielder Mubarak Wakaso has shared a memorable picture of himself and former teammate Opoku Agyeman, reminiscing their playing days together.Wakaso, who plays for Spanish side Deportivo Alaves captioned the throwback picture of him and his former teammate “Life Changes. Miss you bro,” indicating the twist of fates in their careers.In the picture, Wakaso and Agyeman, who both played for the junior side of Ashantigold, are seen holding one of the junior trophies
Italian-born of Ghanaian descent Mario Balotelli has taken to social media to express his love for Ghana.Balotelli, who is arguably one of the most controversial players in world football, posted an artwork of himself on his Instagram page sitting on a golden stool and dressed in a fine Kente clothe, with two Ghana flags hoisting behind him.'Super Mario' as he is affectionately called, was born to two Ghanaian immigrants in Italy and was adopted by the powerful Balotelli
Former Ghana striker Baba Armando paid a surprised visit to his former club Krylia Sevetov Samara in Russia this week. Armando interacted with top club officials, including Chairman Vitaly Shashov, coach and players.He was also taking on a tour of the club's Secretariat and training complex.The 39-year-old attained legendary status at Krylia Sovetov after playing a key role in historic qualification to Uefa Cup(now Europa League) in 2005. He also scored the competition’s
Nigeria Super Falcons goalkeeper Tochukwu Oluehi has reiterated her team’s desire to avenge their opening day defeat to South Africa when the two sides meet in the final of the 2018 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations.The Super Falcons and Banyana Banyana will battle for the continental glory at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday, after they overcame Cameroon and Mali in the semifinals respectively.South Africa will go into the game with bags full confidence following their 1-0
Head coach of South Africa women’s football team, Desiree Ellis is delighted with her side’s qualification to next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup.SA claimed a berth at 2019 global finals in France by virtue of reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Women Cup of Nations.Banyana beat Mali 2-0 in their semifinal at the Cape Coast Stadium to seal the historic qualification and also set up a final date with Nigeria, who they pipped 1-0 in the group stages."We knew that
WAFA Goalkeeper Richmond Ayi has mutually left the Ghana Premier League club after two years of service.The former Techiman City goalkeeper has ended his stay with the club after a two year stint with the Sogakope -based club.“I have ended my contracts with WAFA. I want to thank the management of the club, the technical team and the playing body for helping me throughout my stay at the club. Is time to move on and explore other opportunities,” he told FootballmadeinGhana.comAyi,21,
Arsenal manager Unai Emery has named English born Ghanaian youngster Jordi Osei Tutu in his squad for the Europa League game against Vorskla Poltava. The 20 year old is among seven other youth players named in the team that will face the Ukranian side on Thursday night.According Unai Emery, young players at Arsenal deserve the opportunities in games like this to enhance their experience.“We have a big responsibility with young players,” Emery said. “At Arsenal, every year
WAFA U17 made a winning start to their campaign at the 2018 Tournoi International du District Autonome d'Abidjan with a 1-0 win over Ivoire FC on Tuesday.Godwin Agbevor got the only goal for the side in the match played at Parc des sports.On Thursday, they will play Academie Bamako.2018 Tournoi International du District Autonome d'Abidjan will run from 28 November and 4 December. SUBLIME FINISH:Watch Godwin Agbevor’s goal which gave the U17s a 1-0 win over Ivoire
Head coach of the Banyana Banyana of South Africa is confident her team will win the Africa Women's Cup of Nations by defeating Nigeria on Saturday. Ellis qualified the Banyana Banyana to the final of the 2018 AWCON in Ghana, defeating Mali 2-0 in their semi-final tie at the Cape Coast Stadium on Tuesday to set up a final clash against the Super Falcons on Saturday at the Accra Sports Stadium.“We will work together as a team and plan again. And hope to execute the plan because
Major League Soccer side D.C United have released Ghanaian defender Kofi Opare from the 2019 roster.The Washington-based outfit announced their roster moves on Tuesday, a day after the deadline to notify the league body of their decisions for the off-season.However, United did not did not exercise the option to renew the contract of Kofi Opare following the end of his contract.The Mampong-born defender did not have the best of seasons with the Black and Reds lads in the just-ended
Major League Soccer side D.C United will keep Ghanaian defender Chris Odoi-Atsem for the 2019 season despite being diagnosed with cancer.The 23-year-old guardsman has started four months chemotherapy at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital after suffering Stage Two Hodgkin’s lymphoma last month.Despite the Ghanaian youngster's plight, the Washington-based outfit have included him in their roster for next season's Major League Soccer.Alongside Odoi-Atem, players that
Sports wear manufacturers, Strike Sports have released the first batch of replica Asante Kotoko merchandise as part of a three year relationship with the club. The Porcupine Warriors secured a three-year kit sponsorship deal with Portuguese sportswear manufacturers last month.Representative of Strike, Ricardo Jorge Pereira is in Ghana and visited the club's secretariat in Kumasi where some of the merchandise were delivered.The first batch of jerseys, bibs, travelling bags
Medeama supremo Kwasi Donsu has been touting the credentials of the club hours after renewing his contract, claiming 'there is no better club in Ghana than Medeama'.Donsu has signed a fresh three-year deal, which will keep at the club until August 2021.The former Berekum Arsenals enforcer has been a key cog of the side since he joined in 2013.He has been the most instrumental player in the squad in the past four seasons, turning heads in the West African nation.Donsu has
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