Ghana forward Jordan Ayew found the perfect time to open his scoring account for Crystal Palace as they shocked Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0 at Molineux.Despite the pre-match hype about the hosts impressive form, it was Palace who dominated the early minutes of the match and nearly went ahead through Andros Townsend.Palace kept piling pressure on Wolves, and Ayew, who registered just a single shot on target in 2018, produced a composed finish with three minutes remaining to edge
Ghana striker Patrick Twumasi has returned to Deportivo Alaves after renewing his marriage vow to his wife in his native country.Twumasi, 25, was excused by the club to commemorate the fifth wedding anniversary to his heartthrob Lydia Mould Twumasi.The pair re-ignited their union at a colourful ceremony in the Ghanaian capital, Accra last weekendThe striker rejoined group training ahead of the side's La Liga clash against Valencia at the Meditarrion.
Medeama marketing manager Ebenezer Aidoo is eyeing the Ahanta West Parliamentary seat on the ticket of the opposition National Democratic Congress, GHANAsoccernet.com can confirm. The 35-year-old, who is an avid member of the NDC, is a political animal, keen to serve his people in the swing Ahanta West Constituency.Aidoo comes from a family with a strong social democratic tradition having served as a Financial Secretary of the TEIN at the University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa.He
In-form Ghanaian striker Caleb Ekuban admits he made the right decision to join Trabzonspor on loan from Leeds United.The 24-year-old has been revived since he joined the Turkish despite early turbulence in the European country.The former Partizan striker has netted three goals in 12 matches in the Super Lig this season, better than what he managed at Elland Road.The Ghanaian joined Leeds United amid high expectations following his sublime performance in Albania.But injuries conspired
Chester FC have reached an agreement with Tamworth for the permanent transfer of Ghanaian striker Akwasi Asante.The 26-year-old completed a medical at the Swansay stadium on Monday.The Blues finally have their man on a permanent deal after making their intentions clear since joining.Manager Bernard Morley has confirmed the new deal."I’m led to believe he’s had a medical today. I don’t know how that’s gone. I’m hoping it’s positive and it’s done. If that’s
Nantes striker Abdul Majeed Waris fancies gatecrashing Ghana's 2019 Africa Cup of Nations squad.The 27-year-old, who has 31 caps under his belt, is yet to make an appearance at the continent's flagship tournament.The former BK Hacken star has rejuvenated at French side Nantes since he joined on loan from FC Porto.But the striker faces stiff competition from star man Asamoah Gyan, struggling Crystal Palace striker Jordan Ayew and highly-rated Levante frontman Emmanuel
Former Asante Kotoko midfielder Francis Akwaffo has set up a welfare body-Great United Footballers Association-for players in the country.GUFA was launched in Kumasi last Friday to unite, promote the welfare and development of many current and ex players.The body saw its initial 250 members including former Hearts of Oak star Bernard Dong Bortey take part in a float in Kumasi.According to a publication bynqanews.blogspot.com a fundraising dinner held at MacLean Joint behind
Former Asante Kotoko midfielder Francis Akwaffo has set up a welfare body-Great United Footballers Association-for players in the country.GUFA was launched in Kumasi last Friday to unite, promote the welfare and development of many current and ex players.The body saw its initial 250 members including former Hearts of Oak star Bernard Dong Bortey take part in a float in Kumasi.According to a publication bynqanews.blogspot.com a fundraising dinner held at MacLean Joint behind
Leader of the Glorious Wave International Church Prophet Emmanuel Badu Kobi has prophesied that the Black Stars will not win the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.Prophet Kobi revealed this during the end of year church service on Monday night.Ghana are without an African title since 1984 when they won a fourth silverware at the finals in Libya.Since then, the Black Stars have been losing finalists on three occasions- 1992, 2010 and 2015.''The Black Stars would not win the Africa
Ghanaian midfielder Seidu Yahaya had told GHANAsoccernet.com he's not signed for Al Fayha but admits he has received an offer from the Saudi Arabian side and 'several others'. The 29-year-old is coming back of a successful season in Belarus where he helped Dinamo Minsk finish third on the Premier League table.Widespread media reports claimed he has signed for gulf side Al Fayha after ending his contract with Dinamo Minsk.But the hugely talented midfielder has told
Columbus Crew defender Jonathan Mensah wants to start the New Year with a clean up exercise at the Dzorwulu Special School on Saturday.Ghana international posted on his Twitter account: Happy new year to everyone. If you think 2??0??1??8?? was great, 2??0??1??9??will be greater. Starting mine like this. #JonathanMensahFoundation.The 27-year-old wants to continue his service to community in theMensah was named Defender of Year by the MLS club in a
Dinamo Brest striker Joel Fameyeh has found 'best friend' in a puppy in Belarus.The Ghanaian, who is lonely in a foreign country, has decided to have a dog as his friend.The 21-year-old, currently on holidays in his native Ghana, was unable to travel with the dog, named Lily to his country.According to reports in Belarus, the two are inseparable at the apartment of the football player.Fameyeh wanted to take Lily for vacation to Africa but was impressed on to leave him
AFC Wimbledon striker Kwesi Appiah has set his sights on returning to winning ways in the FA Cup after their slim defeat against Portsmouth in the English League One on New Year's Day.The Dons suffered their first defeat in the new year after going down 2-1 against league leaders Portsmouth at Fratton Park on Tuesday afternoon.The 29-year-old, who netted the consolation goal for Wally Downes' side men, regret their relaxed second half performance in the game but hopes
Hearts of Oak will return to training today (Wednesday) following their break for the Christmas and New Year activities.The Phobians return to the Pobiman training ground to intensify preparations ahead of an impending Normalisation Cup this month.The players were given days off to celebrate the Christmas and New Year festivities with their families."Everybody of Oak is supposed to resume for training today, however the assessment will ongoing."Hearts are determined to
Asante Kotoko will augmented the squad if they qualify to the group stage of the CAF Confederation Cup.The Porcupine Warriors will take on Cameroonian side Coton Sport in a two-legged ties to determine their qualification to the knockout stage.The Ghanaian giants travel to Cameroon for the first leg on January 11 with the return leg fixed for January 18 in Kumasi.Kotoko faces their biggest task in the qualifying campaign after dispatching Kenyan side Kariobangi Sharks over two legs
Ghana forward Kwesi Appiah started the new year with a bang as he netted in AFC Wimbledon 2-1 loss against Portsmouth in the English League One on New Year's Day.Appiah, who battled with injuries last year, began the new year on a bright note after hitting the back of the twine in the defeat against League One leaders Portsmouth on Tuesday.Jamal Lowe put the hosts ahead with just eight minutes on the clock from a close range.Appiah restored parity for the Dons on the 75th minute
Red-hot Malkiya FC defender Joseph Adjei believes a senior Ghana call-up is within reach with Kwesi Appiah in charge of the team.Adjei remains focused on helping Bahrain side Malkiya FC make an impact in this season's campaign as well as the Asian Champions League.The 23-year-old joined the Malkiya-based outfit with two games into the season but has established himself as an instrumental figure in the team, having exhibited his versatility after being deployed in several positions.The
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has heaped praises on English born Ghanaian youngster Calum Hudson-Odoi, claiming the 18 year old has the potential of becoming a great at the club.The 18 year old, who contract expires in 18 months has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich and other top sides in Europe.But the German champions have had an offer of more than £20m rejected for Hudson-Odoi, with the club telling Bayern they value the England Under-19 international at closer to £40m."He
Asante Kotoko defender Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu is upbeat about their chances of progressing to the group stages of the CAF Confederation Cup.After beating Kariobangi Sharks of Kenya 2-1 on aggregate in the first round, the Porcupine Warriors have been pitted against the Cameroonians for a ticket to the group stage.Coton Sport, who have moved into the Confederation Cup following their elimination from the CAF Champions League, will host the first leg between January 11 and 13 next
Chelsea manager Maurizzio Sarri wants English born Ghanaian winger Calum Hudson-Odoi to remain patient as he bid playing time at the club despite the growing interest in his signature from some top sides in Europe. The 18 year old has been linked with a winter move to Bayern Munich and a host of German club's including Borrusia Dortmund.According to Sarri, Hudson-Odoi is lucky to be one of the young players at his age to make at least 7 appearances in the current campaign."I
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