Physical trainer Jamie Lawrence is set for a third stint with the Black Stars when he joins the squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, Kumasi-Nhyira FM has reported.The ex-Jamaica international-who is a qualified fitness trainer-is expected to put the Black Stars through their paces to keep them in top shape for the competition.Lawrence, the England-born, played such role in the last two tournaments in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon.He is expected to join the team in Abu
The Ghana government has budgeted US$8 million for the Black Stars participation at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, according to local reports.Kumasi-based Nhyria FM reveals that the new figure is US$ 800,000 more than the reported US$ 7.2 million budget back in February.Per the new budget, all 23 players will receive an increased appearance fee and their per diems which was US$ 100 during the 2017 competition will be increased to US$ 150.The winning bonus will also shoot
Forward Kevin Prince Boateng is unavailable for Barcelona’s second leg champions League quarter final clash against Manchester United.The on-loan Sassuolo Star was left out of coach Ernesto Velverde’s 18-man squad for the game against the Red Devils.Boateng, who played full 90 minutes for the Catalans on Saturday against relegation threatened Huesca is struggling to find the form that saw Barcelona make a move for him.Meanwhile, the La Liga champions will call on the like of
Benin international Steve Mounie has expressed delight in his country's return to the Nations Cup but describe Group F as a tough group. The Squirrels were drawn against holders Cameroon, four times champions Ghana and minnows Guinea Bissau.Benin open their campaign against the Black Stars of Ghana, with the Huddersfield forward yearning for a first win at the competition."If we get our first win, it will be historic - so first of all win a game, try to go through the
Champions of the Women's GFA Special Competition Hasaacas Ladies will play neighbours Hassport Ladies in a coronation match to celebrate their triumph. The "Doo Ladies" edged National Women's League champions Ampem Darkoa 3-2 in the final on Sunday at the El Wak Stadium on Sunday winning the novelty tournament.Hasaacas Ladies have invited fans of the club to come celebrate and fraternize with players and staff of the club.The kick off is 3:00pm, but entrance
Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey has expressed delight in winning Atletico Madrid's Player for the Month of March. The midfielder was voted by fans of the club after producing outstanding performances in the month against Real Sociedad, Leganes, Deportivo Alaves and Athletic Bilbao.Partey said: ''Yeh, I feel happy. You know it's not been easy. I think it's been a great month and I thank all the people that voted (for) me and I feel happy and great.''The
Ghana star Thomas Partey has been named Atletico Madrid's Player of the Month for March. The 25-year-old put up impressive displays in the matches against Real Sociedad, CD Leganes, Deportivo Alaves and Atletico Bilbao.He capped his performance with a beautiful goal-his third of the season-in the 4-0 demolishing of Deportivo Alaves on the road.This term, Partey has made 27 league appearances.
Ghanaian winger Samuel Owusu has emerged top of the assist chat in the Serbian Superliga with 9 for his club ?ukari?ki. The ?ukari?ki attacker has been sensation this season, scoring six goals and creating as many as nine assists as his side finished fourth in the regular season.Despite losing their play-offs opener to Partizan Belgrade, the speedy winger is set to inspire his side when they host Red Star on Saturday.Samuel Owusu is closely followed on the assist chat by
Circling reports claim Asante Kotoko striker Songne Yacouba has reached a deal with South African giants Orlando Pirates.The Buccaneers inquired about the striker's availability last week and it looks like they have taken one step ahead.Yacouba has been on the wish-list of top African sides following his exploits in the CAF Confederation Cup with the Ghanaian side.Zambia side Zesco United have also inquired about the availability of the 27-year-old .The Burkina Faso international,
Ashantigold defender Richard Osei Agyeman has confirmed that he was attacked with a knife by a fan after the club's 1-0 win over Medeama on Sunday.The former Asante Kotoko defender was red carded with 20 minutes to end the game, drawing the fury of fans of the club.A remorseful Agyeman admitted his red card was not intentional but he always has the club at heart hence the desire to give his all."I can never say i am bigger than Ashgold, you cannot begrudge the supporters
Ampem Darkoa Ladies midfielder Grace Asantewaa was crowned Best Player in the just ended Women's Special Competition.Asantewaa played every minute of the 11 matches and helped her side to finish runners-up.She scored five goals and won three Most Valuable Player awards.Asantewaa has been named in the provisional Black Queens squad to prepare for next month's WAFU Zone B Cup of Nations in Cote D'Ivoire.She represented Ghana at the 2018 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup
The Black Queens will begin camping in Cape Coast ahead of their WAFU Zone B title defence in Ivory Coast next month (May).Head coach Mercy Tagoe has called up a provisional 30-man list, which is largely made of up players who featured in the just ended Normalization Committee Women's Special Competition.''The team will be using the Cape Coast for training and there are facilities for them to train with over there,'' Normalization Committee member Naa Odofoley
English born Ghanaian forward Eddie Nketiah has expressed delight in scoring a brace as Arsenal U-23 beat Chelsea U-23 on Monday night. Nketiah's brace and Carl Carl Jenkinson's strike ensured Arsenal U-23 extended their unbeaten streak to eight games with a 3-1 victory over their London rivals."Strong 3-1 win vs Chelsea today, nice to contribute with 2 goals and an assist," he posted on Twitter.The 19-year old opened the scoring eight minutes into the game
Red-hot Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu Safiu has urged Ghanaian clubs to be more discipline and professional. The striker, who has become a star for the Porcupine Warriors since joining last year revealed his experiences playing in the CAF Confederations Cup.According to Fatawu, talents abound in Ghana but clubs lack the discipline and professionalism some clubs in Africa have."We have talents in Ghana league but what other African clubs are doing which is different from
Red-hot Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu Safiu has urged Ghanaian clubs to be more discipline and professional. The striker, who has become a star for the Porcupine Warriors since joining last year revealed his experiences playing in the CAF Confederations Cup.According to Fatawu, talents abound in Ghana but clubs lack the discipline and professionalism some clubs in Africa have."We have talents in Ghana league but what other African clubs are doing which is different from
English born Ghanaian youngster Eddie Nketiah was in top form for Arsenal U-23 on Monday night as he bagged a brace and created another as the gunners beat Chelsea. Nketiah's brace and Carl Carl Jenkinson's strike ensured Arsenal U-23 extended their unbeaten streak to eight games with a 3-1 victory over their London rivals.The 19-year old opened the scoring eight minutes into the game with a low drive at the edge of the box.The Gunners kept on pushing for a second and
AshantiGold defender Richard Osei Agyemang has said that he is not bigger than the club. Richard has come under a lot of backlash from the teaming supporters because of his attitude and certain comments he made after the game against Medeama on Sunday.According to reports, Richard Osei Agyemang had told the AshGold supporters he was bigger than the club.But he has come out to debunk those reports in an interview with Oyerepa FM: "I can never say i am bigger than Ashgold
Deputy Sports Minister, Perry Okudzeto, who also doubles as Black Stars Management Committee member says government will do its part in providing the best of preparations for the Black Stars ahead of this year’s Africa Cup of Nations to be staged in Egypt in June.Ghana have been paired alongside defending champions, Cameroon, Benin and Guinea-Bissau in Group F and will be based in Ismaili during the tournament.According to the Perry Okudzeto, who was present at the draw held on
Black Stars head coach Kwesi Appiah says his side will not underrate any of the teams Ghana has been paired with for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations which kicks off in June.Ghana were handed a tricky draw as they were paired with defending champions Cameroon, Benin and Guinea-Bissau in Group F.The teams in Group F will be based in the City of Ismailia and will play their games at the Ismailia Sports Stadium.Speaking to the media after the draw on how he fancies his team and the other
Ghana winger Thomas Agyepong says he is working hard to finish the season with Scottish side Hibernian on a high.The on-loan Manchester City winger has had a torrid spell in Scotland following injuries that has ruined his season thus far.However, the speedy winger, who is returning after months of being on the sidelines insists he wants to give his all for the club with some big games ahead.“We have a lot of big matches coming up and I want to be involved, but that is up to the
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