Tunisian champions Espérance de Tunis are close to signing Asante Kotoko SC midfielder Kwame Bonsu, GHANAsoccernet.com understand.The Tunisian giants have identified the former Gefle IF star as replacement for Cameroonian midfielder Franck Kom who left the club for Qatari side Al-Rayyan SC.Negotiations between the Gold and Blood outfit and the representatives of the player are at the advanced stage."I think Bonsu will play for Espérance this season." a close source told
The Normalisation Committee of the Ghana Football Association has released the road map leading to the handing over of power to a new GFA Executive Committee. The road map which details the program for the review of the new Ghana FA statutes, election of Constituent bodies, election of a new GFA Board Chairman, playing of a special commemorative match, dubbed Normalisation Committee Super Cup, and a Presidential Cup.The map which was drafted on May 28, has the presentation of a
Youngster Dominic Eshun has been cleared to play for Hearts of Oak after the Phobians finally reached a deal with his club Karela United. Hearts announced the capture of the winger on a free transfer last December but that approach was declared illegal. The Player Status Committee later ruled the 19-year-old was contracted to the Aiyianse-based club until November this year.Hearts of Oak were forced to go back to the negotiation table and have now agreed figures with Karela."We
The introduction of the VAR has brought confusion to the Africa Cup of Nations with Algeria's coach saying he cannot understand what constitutes accidental or intentional handball after three contentious incidents in the semi-finals.Algeria's 2-1 win over Nigeria and Senegal's 1-0 extra-time victory over Tunisia both featured handball incidents, one of which has led to Senegal defender Kalidou Koulibaly -- one of Africa's top players -- missing Friday's
Senegal head coach Aliou Cisse is proud of himself after guiding the Lions of Teranga to the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final.The Lions of Teranga sneaked into their second AFCON final after securing a 1-0 win over Tunisia's Carthage Lions in extra-time in a semi-final match in Egypt.Retired midfielder Cisse played in the 2002 AFCON final for Senegal, who lost to Cameroon on penalties.Cisse reflected on the massive victory and the tactician feels that their clash with
Former Western Regional Football Association chairman Kojo Yankah has called on the Normalisation Committee to vacate the office of the Ghana Football Association as soon as possible claiming that they have ruined football in the country. The vociferous football administrator believes the Committee has failed to deliver on its mandate to reform Ghana football.Mr. Yankah said if the Committee members are not forced out of office, football in the country will collapse completely.He
Madagascar's 23-man squad who played at 2019 Africa Cup of Nations have been awarded the rank of "Knight of the Malagasy National Order" after their exploits Egypt.They were awarded by the President of the Madagascar, Republic, HE Andry Nirina Rajoelina at the Lavoloha State Palace in the country's capital Antananarivo.Madagascar made their maiden appearance at Africa's flagship football tournament in Egypt and finished their group as toppers as they managed
It came as a surprise to most Ghanaians when President Akufo Addo in his first meet the press encounter at the Jubilee revealed that he has forgotten the white paper on the 2014 World Cup Commission of Inquiry conducted by Justice Dzamefe. “To be honest we have forgotten the 2014 World Cup White paper but in due course, I will let my minister brief me,” the president said.After the shambolic and abysmal display of the Black Stars at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the then President
Kwesi Appiah will remain Ghana coach despite supervising the country's worst Africa Cup of Nations campaign in 13 years, the state-owned Graphic Sports has reported.The publication claimed ''any decision by the government to abrogate the contract now would not be prudent due to the cost involved.''The source disclosed further that for now, the head of the Stars technical team and the other major actors in Ghana’s campaign had been asked to submit their
Kevin-Prince Boateng kicked off his pre-season in Sassuolo colours despite the continuing uncertainty over his future at the club.The former Ghana international has been linked with a move away from Sassuolo with a number of clubs in Italy and abroad believed to be interested.Reports have emerged that Fiorentina are keen on the services of the former AC Milan man.Kevin spent the second half of last season on loan at Barcelona where he won La Liga.But has returned to Sassuolo after
Kevin-Prince Boateng kicked off his pre-season in Sassuolo colours despite the continuing uncertainty over his future at the club.The former Ghana international has been linked with a move away from Sassuolo with a number of clubs in Italy and abroad believed to be interested.Reports have emerged that Fiorentina are keen on the services of the former AC Milan man.Kevin spent the second half of last season on loan at Barcelona where he won La Liga.But has returned to Sassuolo after
Newly-signed Asante Kotoko forward George Abege has opened up on reasons behind his move to the club.The lanky poacher joined the Porcupine Warriors from Kenyan side Kariobangi Sharks last Saturday.The 26-year-old is expected to lead the Reds attack in their quest to win next season’s CAF Champions League.“First of all I need to say thank you to Kotoko for trusting in me and giving me the opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in Africa.“Me coming to Kotoko is because
Ghanaian forward Godsway Donyoh was named man of the match in FC Nordsjælland's opening day win over AC Horsens in the Danish Super Lig.The 24-year old played a key role as the Wild Tigers thumped 3-0 to start the season on a good note.The former Manchester City youth player created the opener for his side when he assisted Ulrik Yttergård Jenssen's opener in the 27th minute.Compatriot Isaac Atanga doubled the lead in the 58th minute in a move that included another
Ghanaian youngster Isaac Atanga scored to help FC Nordsjælland make a winning start to the new Danish Superliga season.Atanga, who was promoted to the first team in April, netted against Horsens as Nordsjælland sealed a comfortable 3-0 victory on Sunday.The 18-year-old doubled the lead in the 58th minute after Ulrik Yttergard had opened the scoring in the first half.Atanga's goal was assisted by compatriot Abu Francis.Abu was played in one-on-one with Horsens goalkeeper
Midfielder Emmanuel Agyeman-Badu has vowed to help serie A returnees Hellas Verona maintain their top flight status next season. The Ghana international joined the Gialloblu on a season long loan from Udinese, with the club having the option of making the move a permanent one."I just have to work and help the team, already in the last championship final I played several games so it's all behind," he said at his first press conference."I am ready to do anything,
Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyeman-Badu has revealed he is happy to join Hellas Verona ahead of the upcoming season. The 28-year old joined the serie A returnees on a season long loan from Udinese, with the club having the option of making the move a permanent one."I am very happy to have arrived at Verona. First of all I would like to thank the Pozzo family, they took me as a child in Africa and made a man, but now it was time to change and now I am happy to be here,"
Ghana Premier League side Asante Kotoko will officially begin preparations today ahead of their CAF Champions League campaign which begins on August 9, with a yet to be announced opponent by CAF.Reports gathered by Ghanasoccernet.com indicates that new coach Kjetil Zachariassen will also use this opportunity to look at some players before they are released or transferred by the club.The Porcupine Warriors have made 10 new signings in the ongoing transfer window as they prepare
Ghanasoccernet.com understands that Asante Kotoko are set to release 10 players from the squad ahead of the new season.This has been confirmed by the managing director of the club George Amoako and the Public Relations Officer Lawyer Sarfo Duku.George Amoako has already hinted that some key players such as Songne Yacouba, Daniel Darkwah, Abdul Fatawu Safiu and Kwame Bonsu.The Porcupine Warriors have made 10 new signings in the ongoing transfer window as they prepare for the CAF
Riyad Mahrez has described Algeria’s qualification for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations final as ''unbelievable''.The Manchester City winger was the key attacking figure for the North Africans in their 2-1 win over Nigeria on Sunday night.His deflected cross late in the first half forced an own goal from William Troost-Ekong to open the scoring in his team’s favour, while Mahrez stepped up in the fifth minute of injury time after the 90 to strike home a superb
Defender Jerry Akaminko has secured a move to Saudi Arabian second-tier side Ohod Club on a one-year deal.Akaminko was available on a free transfer after terminating his contract with Turkish side ?stanbulspor in February this year.The 31-year-old will join countryman Isaac Vorsah at the Medina-based Club.Akaminko spent close to 11 years in Turkey and featured for clubs like Orduspor, Manisaspor and Eski?ehirspor.
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