Deceased Junior Agogo scored 12 goals for Black Stars between 2006 and 2009.However, the one goal that Ghanaians will forever remember is the winner against Nigeria at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations on home soil.Agogo netted from close range for ten-man Ghana who beat Nigeria in the quarter-finals at the Accra Sports Stadium.The goal came in the 82nd minute with the game heading into extra-time at 1-1.Watch highlights of the match.
English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday have paid tribute to former striker Junior Agogo, following his death at the age of 40.The Ghanaian, who played for several clubs during his career, passed away at his base in London on Thursday morning.Agogo was hospitalized in 2015 after suffering stroke which debilitated him.He was remembered for his eye-catching performances for the Black Stars during the 2008 Nations Cup on home soil.The Owls took to Twitter to join in the mourning
GHANAsoccernet.com relive some moments of ex-Ghana star Junior Manuel Agogo during his hay days with the Black Stars.The leading football website can confirm that the former Zamalek player passed in London on Thursday morning.He made his debut for the Black Stars in May 2006 in a friendly against French league side OGC NiceThe 40-year old became a local hero after his impressive display with the Black Stars at the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) which was held in Ghana.Agogo
Ex-Ghana goalkeeper Richard Kingston apologised to his colleague Junior Agogo and his family after news came out that the Black Stars neglected the striker when he suffered stroke last year.Agogo died unexpectedly on Thursday morning after battling the illness in London which has led to outpouring of grief with the striker passing away at aged 40.Agogo was one of Ghana's key players in his generation and when he fell ill it was thought some of his national team-mates should
Ghanaians have expressed shock after hearing that former Black Stars striker Junior Agogo has died.Agogo was confirmed dead on Thursday morning at the age of 40.gogo was hospitalized in 2015 after suffering stroke which debilitated him.He was remembered for his eye-catching performances for the Black Stars during the 2008 Nations Cup on home soil.Below are some Twitter reactions on his demise. Oh???????????? https://t.co/sbWu9jHIZB— S. (@_miriammazz) August 22,
Ex-Ghana striker and 2008 Africa Cup of Nations poster boy Junior Agogo is reported dead at age 40, GHANASoccernet.com can exclusively report.The leading football website can confirm that the former Zamalek player passed in London on Thursday morning.Agogo was hospitalized in 2015 after suffering stroke which debilitated him.He was remembered for his eye-catching performances for the Black Stars during the 2008 Nations Cup on home soil.
Ghana winger Samuel Owusu is expected to mark his debut for Al-Fayha FC in the Saudi Pro League opener against Al Faisaly on Saturday. The 23-year-old has been holding training session with the side since joining on a three-year deal on Monday.The Ghana international has been training with the group at the Hamada stadium in Al-Ghat under the leadership of coach Jorge Simao.The former ?ukari?ki star is expected to be key for the side ahead of the new season.The group has been
Ghanaian youngster Edward Sarpong has been handed a call-up into Ghana's Under-23 squad for the U-23 AFCON qualifier against Algeria next month. The 22-year-old, who plays for Portuguese side Farense on loan from Portimonense, is the new addition to the squad.Coach Ibrahim Tanko has invited the talented defender for closer look-in ahead of the clash against the North African side.Ghana will face Algeria in the final qualifying round of the 2019 CAF U23 Cup of Nations over
Ghanaian winger Latif Blessing starred for LAFC as they thump California rivals San Jose Earthquakes in the Major League Soccer. The offensive midfielder played 73 minutes of football as LAFC run riot over San Jose 4-0 at the Banc of California Stadium in the early hours of Thursday morning.Diego Rossi opened the scoring early in the game after converting a Carlos Vela assist in the 6th minute.Eleven minutes later Blessing started at attack that involved Eduardo Atuesta and Carlos
Wolves defender Phil Ofosu-Ayeh is in the final year of his contract at the club in a career which has been ravaged by recurrent injuries. The 27-year-old could end his time at the English side without kicking a ball.The right-back has endured a frustrating injury nightmare since he joined Wolves from Eintracht Braunschweig in the summer of 2017.However, the experienced defender never made an appearance all season for the side due to recurrent injuries.He was shipped out on a season
Ghana midfielder Michael Anaba may not be able to make his debut for AFC Eskilstuna at home to BK Hacken this weekend due to paperwork.The Swedish side are yet to complete documentation to enable the former Ghana youth star feature for them.If the paperwork delay, the former Asante Kotoko midfielder will have to wait a little longer to make his bow for the Allsvenskan side.The relegation threatened side are in desperate need of oxygen after losing 3-0 at Djurgårdens IF at
Newcastle United winger Christian Atsu has handed Steve Bruce a surprise injury boost after returning to training early.The 27-year-old has missed the start of the new English Premier League campaign due a hamstring injury he suffered at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt on July 1.Atsu's campaign at Africa's football flagship tournament was ended prematurely after he was forced off in Ghana's 0-0 draw with Cameroon.He was subsequently flown back to England for
Ghana and Crystal Palace midfielder Jeffery Schlupp met fans of the club for a signing session on Tuesday for a signing session. Schlupp joined teammates Mamadou Sakho, Max Meyer, Cheikhou Kouyate and Patrick van Aanholt as the Eagles met and interacted with young fans at the club's PUMA Carnaby Street store.Hundreds of fans came out to meet the players, with many excited to meet some of their heroes."Fun times at the signing session with the Crystal Palace family,"
Ghana forward André Ayew provided two assists for Swansea City in their 3-1 victory over Queens Park Rangers in the English Championship on Wednesday night.The Swans kept up their excellent start to the season under new manager Steve Cooper.The Welsh-based side deservedly went up 1-0 in the 29th minute after Bersant Celina connected beautifully to Ayew’s wonderful pass.Jordan Hugill pulled level for the hosts in the 66th minute but they soon found their backs against the wall
English born Ghanaian forward Eddie Nketiah has expressed delight in scoring the winner for Leeds in their victory over Brentford in the English Championship on Wednesday evening.The on-loan Arsenal attacker climbed off the bench to score the winner in the 1-0 win, which sends Leeds to top of the championship table."Anyone call for a goal? Big 3 points at Elland Road tonight, Glory be to God," the 20-year old posted on Twitter after the game.Despite dominating the game,
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed that it gladdens his heart to get praises from African greats including Michael Essien. The Ghana legend was on a Budweiser campaign tour in South Africa some few weeks ago, where he revealed he admired the "Brazilians" and if he was to play in the PSL, he would join Sundowns.“When Jay Jay Okocha says ‘wow, I like the way Sundowns plays. If I was to play football in this country, that’s the team I’d play for’.
Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association, George Afriyie warned his opponents for the FA president position to "fasten their belts" as he rolls outs his campaign. Afriyie believes he is favourite for the position despite accusations of being behind the prevention of clubs from meeting at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday.According to the bankroller of Okyeman Planners, the accusations are false and were machinations of his opponents to dent his ambition.But
Ghana forward Albert Adomah climbed off the bench to rescue a point for Nottingham Forest as they drew 1-1 with Charlton Athletics in the English Championship on Wednesday.Lyle Taylor’s 18th minute header had looked to be enough for the hosts to claim three points at The Valley.But Adomah — who replaced Matty Cash in the 65th —proved his team’s saviour late on, bagging his first for the club to make it three games unbeaten in the league for Sabri Lamouchi’s side.The result
Ghana forward André Ayew provided two assists for Swansea City in their 3-1 victory over Queens Park Rangers in the English Championship on Wednesday night.The Swans kept up their excellent start to the season under new manager Steve Cooper.The Welsh-based side deservedly went up 1-0 in the 29th minute after Bersant Celina connected beautifully to Ayew’s wonderful pass.Jordan Hugill pulled level for the hosts in the 66th minute but they soon found their backs against the wall
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