Legendary Ghanaian footballer and arguably the best ever player from the West African country Abedi Pele Ayew has been voted the fifth greatest African footballer by French Football. French Football magazine picked a list of 30 African football greats to be voted for by 42 renowned journalists and the former Marseille star was named the fifth best.Abedi Ayew made his name in France after guiding Olympique Marseille to UEFA Champions League glory in 1993, and went on to win that
Morocco coach Herve Renard has replaced injured Abderrazak Hamdallah in his 23-man squad for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations which starts next week.He is replaced by defender Abdelkarim Baadi, who plays for Moroccan side Hassania Agadir, for the tournament in Egypt.A statement from the Morocco Football Federation explained that Hamdallah has a "back and hip injury and the medical staff have decided he cannot complete the training camp nor play at the Nations Cup."The federation
Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu Safiu has joined the rest of his teammates in camp ahead of the semifinal clash against arch rivals Hearts of Oak in the Tier I Special Competition. The 24-year old arrived in Ghana on Wednesday after failing to make coach Kwesi Appiah's final 23-man squad for the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt.The former Inter Allies forward has been the Porcupine Warriors livewire in the competition, netting 8 goals in 11 appearances for the club.His arrival
Zamalek veteran striker Khalid Boutaib has been included in Morocco's final 23-man squad in EgyptBoutaib retained his place in the squad after being named in the preliminary 27-man roster on 27 May.Striking trio Ayoub El Kaabi, who plays for Chinese club Hebei China Fortune F.C, Abdelkarim Baadi (Hassania Union Sport Agadir) and Amine Harit (Schalke) were cut off.Also omitted from the squad is goalkeeper Abdelali Mhamdi of Nahdat Berkane.Morocco open their campaign on 23 June
Former Ghana first choice goalkeeper Razak Braimah has offered a repentant apology to Ghanaians for his offensive video insulting critics two years ago. The goalkeeper, who is currently unattached was remorseful of his conduct and believes that video has affected his career negatively.''I will take this opportunity to apologize to all Ghanaians who were offended by my offensive video. I made a mistake in responding to one fan who was so critical on me and even went to
Unsettled Deportivo Alaves forward Patrick Twumasi has emerged on the radar of Danish giants FC Copenhagen, GHANASoccernet.com can report. According to sources close to GHANASoccernet.com, La Liga side Deportivo Alaves will listen to offers for the Ghanaian attacker, who struggled to settle in Spain.Information reaching GHANASoccernet.com reveals FC Copenhagen are interested in making a bid for the attacker in the summer.Scottish champions Celtic could also make an offer for the
Asante Kotoko coach Charles K. Akonnor is not confident key striker Sogne Yacouba will be fit in time for their semifinal clash against Hearts of Oak in the Tier I special competition. Yacouba is racing for fitness after picking a knock in the club's international friendly against Ivorian side Asec Mimosa.On Wednesday the Burkinabe forward trained alone but coach C.K Akonnor remains doubtful over the player's fitness.“I don’t thin Sogne Yacouba can play the game between
Asante Kotoko coach C.K Akonnor has expressed delight over the return of star forward Fatawu Safiu ahead of the semi final of the Tier I special competition against Hearts of Oak. Fatawu returned to the Porcupine Warriors camp after he failed to make Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah's final 23-man squad for AFCON 2019.Even though Akonnor would have preferred the 24-year old made the Black Stars team to Egypt, he was elated by the player's return ahead of the crucial encounter
Rwandan giants Rayon Sports FC have announced the signing of Ghanaian youngster Olokwei Commodore on a two-year deal.The talented midfielder completed his move to the Eastern Africa on Thursday after impressing in a two-week trial.The Rwanda champions are augmenting their squad ahead of the new season as they look to defend the league title and as well do well in the CAF Champions League.Commodore becomes the third Ghanaian to join the Kigali based outfit after Prosper Donkor and
Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu Safiu says he had to leave Denmark to join the Porcupine Warriors after C.K Akonnor contacted him. The 24-year old revealed he was convinced by the former Asante Kotoko coach to end a trial in Europe to join the Kumasi based club.According to the in-form attacker, he did not hesitate following the call from the man he calls Daddy.“I was in Denmark, they wanted to give me a contract in January," he told footballmadeinghana.com.“So C K
Asante Kotoko forward Abdul Fatawu Safiu is very optimistic Ghana can end the 37-year wait for the Africa Cup of Nations trophy in Egypt. Ghana has not win the competition since last lifting the coveted trophy in 1982.But Fatawu, who was a member of the 29-man squad camping in the United Arab Emirates is confident the team is poised for glory ahead of the Nations Cup.“I think the team is capable, all the guys are ready. This is the time we have to go for it. Ghanaian have waited
Black Stars new boy Kwabena Owusu says it's a dream come true to make the final squad of Ghana for the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt this summer. The 21-year old was a surprise inclusion in coach Kwesi Appiah's team after dropping the more experienced Majeed Abdul Waris.Owusu took to social media to express his excitement in making the team and also thanked his fans for the support."It’s a dream for me, thank you for the support me and confidence,"
The team Doctor for the 1965 AFCON winning side Dr Kwamena Oboe Quansah has been rewarded an amount of GHC 3,000 by the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The Doctor was reportedly left out when the state rewarded the team for their success.Dr Kwamena Oboe Quansah was handed a cheque of GHC 3,000 by the sector minister, Hon. Isaac Kwame Asiamah.Ghana won her second Nations Cup trophy in 1965 after winning the first title in 1963.The West African country has gone on to win the coveted
Ghanaian winger Braydon Manu says he joined Bundesliga II side SV Darmstadt because it will provide him the opportunity to develop as a young player. The 22 year old joined Darmstadt on a free transfer after terminating contract with third-tier side Hallescher FC."The presented concept of the club as well as the game idea, especially in the last months of last season have promised me a lot," he told the club's official website. "I see good prospects for my
The Super Falcons of Nigeria are the first African country to win a game at the FIFA Women's World Cup in France, after beating South Korea on Wednesday. The West Africa bounced from an opening day defeat to Norway to beat the Asians 2-0 at the Parc de Princess.Nigeria went ahead when defender Kim Do-yeon volleyed past her own keeper.Barcelona femino striker Asisat Oshoala held off a defender before rounding the keeper to score Nigeria's second goal.Africa three representatives
The GFA Normalisation Committee has finally agreed on a fair share of gate proceeds from the semifinal fixtures of the Tier I special competition. This comes after there were changes to the fixture, where a two legged game was reduced to a one off game, with leaders of their Zone enjoying a home advantage.The NC has agree teams in the semi finals will each receive 45% of the gate proceeds with the GFA taking 10% of the share.Below is a statement released by the GFA:Equal disbursement
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