[ads1] Three Black Stars players, Andre Ayew, Kudus Mohammed, and Gladson Awako will headline this year’s edition of the Ghana Football Awards which comes off on Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the Grand Arena, Accra. The trio has been shortlisted for the prestigious Ghana Footballer of the Year Award which is the flagship category of the awards scheme. One of the three will take over from Arsenal star Thomas Partey who emerged as the winner in the two previous editions of the awards.[ads2] This was made known during the Nominees Announcement on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 on Joy Prime, Asempa…
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[ads1] The Head of Communications at Medeama Sporting Club, Patrick Akoto has admitted that the exit of former coach Samuel Boadu has affected the club badly. According to Mr. Akoto, the playing body, technical staff, management and even the supporters of the club went through psychological trauma when Samuel Boadu resigned from his position as the head coach of the club for Ghana Premier league heavyweight Hearts of Oak.[ads2] Speaking on Otec FM in Kumasi, Patrick Akoto stated that the sudden resignation of Samuel Boadu left the club taking rush decisions since coach Boadu’s resignation came as impromptu. “We didn’t…
[ads1] NDC parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wugon in the last general elections, John Dumelo has called on the Awayaso West Municipal Assembly to provide the municipality with adequate streetlights. The renowned Ghanaian actor has made the call following the recent attacks by robbers in the municipality especially at night.[ads2] Mr. Dumelo who engaged in several developmental works in the municipality prior to the last December polls, also pleaded with the Ayawaso West Municipality to clear a bush on the GIMPA – Fiesta Royal road, where he believes most robbers hide to attack motorists at night. He emphatically stated that…
[ads1] The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has charged Asante Kotoko winger Emmanuel Gyamfi for misconduct in their league game against Inter Allies. Gyamfi was captured in a video stamping Inter Allies player Andy Okpe in an off the ball incident in the 64th minute of the frantic encounter at Dawu last weekend.[ads2] Emmanuel Gyamfi has been asked to respond to the charge by writing his statement of defence before the close of Friday, June 18, 2021.[ads3] Below is the full statement [ads5]
[ads1] Veteran Ghanaian actor, Agya Manu has been reported dead. According to sources, Agya Manu died on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 after a short illness.[ads2] Agya Manu was one of the popular faces on the screens and was a permanent fixture on the Kumawood scene and featured in many movies.[ads3] He was recently spotted on the set of Cocoa Season, a TV series produced by Kwadwo Nkansah ‘Lilwin’. Our condolences to the family of Agya Manu[ads5]
[ads1] Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has equalled Ghana legend Asamoah Gyan’s record as the player to score in nine consecutive international tournaments. Ronaldo reached that height with the legendary Asamoah Gyan in world football after scoring a brace in Portugal’s 3:0 victory against Hungary in the ongoing 2020 European Championship in Budapest.[ads2] Before that game, the Juventus forward has scored in the 2004, 2008, 2012, 2016 European Championships as well as in the 2006, 2010, 2014 and 2018 World Cup tournaments. Many bigheads in the game have heralded Asamoah Gyan for that record despite last playing for the Ghana senior…
[ads1] The outgoing British High Commissioner to Ghana, Ian Walker has expressed his profound love for Ghana. Mr. Walker who began his duty as the British High Commissioner to Ghana in August, 2017 is bringing his works to an end in June, 2021.[ads2] Addressing President Akufo-Addo at the ceremonial room at the Jubilee House in Accra on Tuesday, June 15, 2021 when he paid a farewell call on him, High Commissioner Walker said he will remain committed in making sure that United Kingdom and Ghana grows from strength to strength because I truly care about the West African country.[ads3] “Although…
[ads1] The Ghana U-23 side, Black Meteors were beaten once again by South Korea in a second friendly match on Tuesday. The Black Meteors were defeated 2:1 by the South Koreans in the international friendly this morning.[ads2] Before the game, the Black Meteors has been thumped 3:1 in the first game against South Korea on last Saturday. The Koreans took the lead in the first half after splitting Ghana’s defence to score the first goal before halftime. Despite conceding the first goal, Ghana managed to respond with Joselpho Barnes restoring parity in just five minutes into the second half of…
[ads1] Asante Kotoko managed to defeat relegation- threatening side Inter Allies in a five-goal thriller at Dawu on Monday afternoon. The Porcupines ended the cagey encounter 2:3 to secure the three maximum points. Kotoko started the game on a high note, creating some glaring opportunities despite playing as the visitors.[ads2] Before the game, Asante Kotoko were under a severe pressure after bitterest rivals Hearts of Oak had opened a three points gap at the summit of the league table. Coach Mariano Barreto’s charges opened the deadlock in the 27th minute with skipper Emmanuel Gyamfi putting the Porcupines to the lead.…
[ads1] Cheetah Football Club continues to climb the ladder of progress, as they sign their third sponsorship deal of the year. The Predators have secured a one-year Sponsorship deal with Adonko Next Level Energy Drink to become their official energy drink sponsor.[ads2] The Kasoa based division two club will receive an undisclosed amount of money and products from Adonko Next Level within the stipulated one-year period. Speaking on the Sponsorship deal, Marketing Director of Adonko Next Level, Vincent Opare says his outfit decided to associate itself with Cheetah Football club because of the brand.[ads3] “We love the Cheetah brand so…