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Exclusive : Premier League Newbies Set Add Ahmed Toure To Their Attack

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Newly promoted premier league , Karela United FC, is on the verge of adding former Kumasi Asante Kotoko attacker, Ahmed Simba Toure to their ranks. The Nzemba based newcomers wants to bolster their squad with the Ivorian hitman in their inaugural topflight season.

The former Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker topped the striking department of the Ghana premier league newcomers that could see him partner Sampson Eduku for the 2018 season. Toure gained vast experience in his time at Kotoko before trading the Reds for Bechem United FC in the current campaign.

If completed successfully as expected, Karela United FC, can be assured of some memorable moments at the Cam Park.

September 16, 2017 0 comment

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Scouted : Meet Yakubu Mohammed, A Rising Star From Upper West

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Yakubu Mohammed is one of the young uprising talents to emerge from the region reminiscent in his eye catching displays in Ghana’s second tier. The speedy attacker has been compared to Spanish sensation , Pedro Rodriguez, due to his playing style and ambidexterity on either foot.

From the royal family (Wa Nayiri) in the upper west region , Yakubu arrived onto this world on at the turn of the millennium. His rise to stardom was so rapid and conspicuous with many already hailing his framework, stature and eye catching barricades of attacks that belies a teenager. The prince-turned-footballer had done enough to earn himself regional heroism.

Standing at 5ft 10 inches , the physical compact nature of the 17 year old compliments his quick feet and eye for goal.

Well known as Pedro in the region and beyond, he possesses blistering pace, incredible dribbling abilities, quick feet that allows for skilful manoeuvre to evade defenders.

Pedro likes taking on opponents from wide areas and good at cutting in with his powerful right foot which always make it difficult for defenders to deal with him.

The lively Pedro was an ever present figure for Wa Dark Horses FC, the Upper West Region sole representative in the ongoing GN Bank Division One League in the country prior to their qualification from the Division Two League. Pedro scores dozens of goals and assists to aim them their prestigious slot. Yakubu Mohammed made 12 appearances for his mother club, Wa Dark Horses FC, scoring 3 goals and providing 3 assists before making a move to fellow northern rivals R.T.U in the second round of the ongoing GN Bank Division one League. His six assists in 7 appearances so far is a testimony of his creativity so far.
Yet to establish himself in the elite league in the country, Mohammed is going to be one of the stars to watch out as well as the new rising star in the Upper West Region after the likes of Wa Allstars Captain Hafiz Adams, Iddrisu Abdul Nafui, Ishmael Ganiu – formally of Wa Allstars, Imoro Ibrahim of Bolga Allstars and many others in their football endeavors.
Upper West is proud of you, Yakubu Mohammed – Pedro Rodriguez

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September 16, 2017 0 comment

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English FA Upholds Sadio Mane Three Game Ban

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The Football Association has rejected Liverpool FC’s appeal for red card branded Sadio Mane in their 5-0 massacre at Manchester City. The FA upheld the three game band slapped on the Senegal ace after a review of the football.

Sadio Mane kicked Manchester City goal keeper Ederson in a karate-like manner to earn his marching off orders in the nightmare defeat for the Reds. The Liverpool attacker is set to miss this weekends clash with Burnley at Anfield to add to the double header away to Leicester City.

Sadio Mane has been a revelation since switching camp from the St Marys at the start of last season. He is the reigning premier league player of month in England and is expected to lead the Reds when they host Spanish side Seville in the UEFA Champions league. Liverpool returns to the continent’s elite club competition for the first time in three years.

September 12, 2017 0 comment

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Samir Nasir Complete Antalayaspor Switch

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Former Manchester City talismanic midfielder, Samir Nasir, has competed a $10 million switch to Turkish Super Lig side Antalayaspor. The 29 year enigmatic French men joins Samuel Eto’o Fils in a reporter three year deal.

The ambidextrous attacker starred prominently for Arsenal before heading to the Ittihad Stadium in a big money move four years ago. Injuries and drop in form however punctuated the career of Nasir in Manchester leading to a loan spell in Spain last year at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuain.

The French man enjoyed a hugely successful career at the Emirates but lost his cool at the sight of a mammoth deal from Manchester City.

August 21, 2017 0 comment

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Official: Danilo Joins Manchester City From Real Madrid For An Undisclosed Fee

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Manchester City continued their massive squad overhaul with the arrival of Brazilian full back Danilo from Real Madrid. The Ittihad based side announced the arrival of the flying fullback in a short ceremony after a successful medicals with the English giants.

The Manchester based side added the Brazilian import to their hugely assembled new looking Citizens side predominantly led a new defensive set up. Pep Guardiola and his ambitious club added the former Real Madrid right back less then two weeks after the arrival of Kyle Walker from the White Hart Lane.

The arrival of the former Blancos right back took the summer transfer budget beyond the 250 million pounds in defensive reenforcement alone. Danilo joins Kyle Walker, Mendy, Ederson Moraes in what is likely going to be new looking back four for the Citizens next season.

The Brazilian comes with lots of experience in the European game having graced the Portuguese Premera division before joining Real Madrid. Two Champions league medals, one La Liga trophy and a host of other team glories highlighted Danilo’s tenure at Real Madrid.

July 23, 2017 0 comment

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Revealed: Asamoah Explains Why He Took Penalty Against USA

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Black Stars Captain Asamoah Gyan has explained why he stepped up for the penalty in Ghana’s friendly with USA on Saturday in Hartford, even though he was not schedule for Shoot outs. Many Ghanaians have been questioning what caused Gyan’s turnaround after he publicly insisted he will not take penalties again for Ghana following advice from his departed mum.

However Gyan elected himself for the Penalty in the friendly against the USA and missed but covered himself in glory with a stunning free kick later. The unforgiving Ghanaian fans are curious about what made the Black Stars captain attempt to face his worse fear.

“Honestly I wasn’t the one to take the penalty but I just decided to shoot it. I wanted to break that jinx around me but unfortunately it didn’t happen. I am a man and I need to step up and am still digging to get there. If you don’t step up you don’t see them. I stepped up and that is why you are interviewing me right now.

I don’t know (whether I will be taking penalties). I can’t guarantee you but a time will come and every will see it. I am just trying to do more things for Ghana in my 14^th year with the national team”, Gyan told reporters.

The Black Stars skipper has so far scored 51 goals in his 104 caps for the national teams. He has since enjoyed mixed feelings during his chequered time with the senior national team

July 5, 2017 0 comment

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Hearts of Oak Trainer Set Sight On FA Cup Glory After Booking Last Eight Ticket

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Hearts of Oak manager Frank Elliot Nuttal has set sight on lifting the coveted MTN FA cup after booking a last eight ticket with the Phobias. The Scott trainer for the capital based shielded his players from the media backlash and tipped his side to sail all the way.

An own goal from Abdul Rahman Abdulai booked the Phobians a last eight ticket at the expense of the brave Young Wise. Despite the unconvincing nature of his side, Frank Nuttal dubbed the cup professional as a professional job and remained hopeful his boys will climb the podium the end of the competition.

“The game was a cup tie and most teams are trying to get to the quarter finals of the FA Cup and away from home, our players have showed enough motivations to win the game and did a very professional job.

“The players and the staff are very happy to have made the quarter finals and will be happy to win the competition. Every time they go on behalf of the club they are looking at winning competitions”, Frank Nuttal after game

The Phobians are one of five premier league side left in the competition going into next month’s quarter final pairings. A possible reunion with Kumasi Asante at any stage of the completion could make it six meetings in one season.

June 19, 2017 0 comment

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MTN FA CUP: Enos Adipah Kwame Heaps Kind Words On Samartex Despite His Side’s Progress Into Last Eight

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Reigning PLB coach of the year Enos Adipah Kwame has heaped kind words on Samartex despite eliminating the division one side from the FA cup competition. The Wa All Stars manager inspired his side into a priceless 1-2 away win at the Samroboi Park to book their quarter final berth but could not hide his affection for the second tier side.

Wa All Stars came back from behind to inspire a 1-2 victory thanks to goals from Mathew Kelvin Andoh and David Sandan Abagna on the road to the GN Bank division one league. Enos Adipah, whose side are bent on adding the FA cup to their growing list of honours, however hailed the fighting spirit and the disciplined nature of their guest.

“Samartex wanted to win the match to appease their fans and they rather were attacking us to win the game.

At the blast of the second half, they attacked in numbers and were very very good tactically and also disciplined on the field.

“They have also have the vim, the ego, and a very good team but at the end of the day our seniority counted”, Enos Adipah Kwame told reporters

Wa All Stars crushed out at the last eight of the competition last year in a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Wa Rockets and will be looking forward to booking a semi final berth this time around.

June 19, 2017 0 comment

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MTN FA Cup: Berekum Chelsea Rout Holders To Book Last Eight Ticket As Amidaus Stun WAFA SC

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Five Premier league sides booked their place in the last eight o of the 2017 MTN FA cup led by the rampant Berekum Chelsea FC at the Golden City Park. The blues spanked the holders for 4-0 in a ruthless demolition exercise that ended the holders’ title defence ambition.

A brace from Stephen Sarfo highlighted the scoring prowess of the Blues at home to Bechem United in the Bono derby. The landslide win booked a last eight ticket for the host as the holders bid good bye at the last 16 stage.

Far away in Samroboi in the western region, David Sandan Abagna registered his ninth goal in all competition to lead Wa All Stars into a crucial 1-2 win at the expense of Samartex 1996. The reigning premier league title holders eased into a 0-2 lead thanks to goals from Abagna and Kelvin Andoh before the host pulled one back in an eventful game for the visitors.

At the Kasoa Park, Accra Young Wise slammed to an own goal earlier into the game to end their FA cup dreams at the expense of the unconvincing Hearts of Oak. Frank Elliot and his Phobian boys limped into the quarters but will have to up their game to stand any chance of winning

Amos Frimpong arrowed home a spotkick for Kumasi Asante Kotoko to deny a brave Wassaman United at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The skipper’s spot kick hauled his side into the last eight but will need some massive upgrade in their game if they are to proceed into the podium.

Medeama SC had Joseph Tetteh Zutah to thank for their progress into the final 8 teams in a 1-0 win over Elmina Sharks in the regional derby. The solitary from the experience Zuttah won the game for the Mauve and Yellows.

Amidaus ousted WAFA SC from the competition in a strange 1-0 win for the capital based side. An early goal from Danbort at the Tema proved to be the winner in one of the usual shocking results in the competition.

Dormaa based Nea Salamina booked their ticket to the last eight teams thanks to a 2-0 win over Steadfast. The dominant host deservedly zoomed past their Tamale based opponent into the quarter finals of the competition.

The lottery of shootouts proved favoured Danbort in a thrilling 17 shootouts that saw the division one earning a 9-8 ticket after a 1-1 score line in regulation time.

Kotoko, Hearts of Oak, Wa All Stars , Medeama SC, Berekum Chelsea FC, will be joined by Nea Salamina , Amidaus and Danbort into the quarter finals in a draw slated for next month.

June 18, 2017 0 comment

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Sulley Muntari Eviscerates FA Spokesperson On Racism Row

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Sulley Muntari Eviscerates FA Spokesperson On Racism RowMedia engulfed Ghana international Sulley Ali Muntari has eviscerated Ghana Football Association spokesperson Ibrahim Saani Daara on the aftermath of his racism row in Italian football. The controversial midfielder descended on the FA scribe for trying to defend the Ghana football Association amidst report of utter neglect by the FA.

In an exclusive interview with Star FM Bola Ray on the aftermath of the his turbulent times during the racist abuse, the Pescara midfielder lashed out at the innocent Ibrahim Saani Daara, who texted into the program to give his side of the story. Muntari dared the former BBC reporter to stay away from any defense mechanism as his outfit did not call him to provide some moral support.

“Sani shouldn’t try and call you or talk to you.” Sulley fumed. “People like that don’t deserve anything. Where is he, how did he call you.

“No, don’t show me your hand, no no.. [telling his wife Menaye not to calm him down] What did he want. Who called, Alex Asante called me? He said he called me? This guy, you know what happened, I was at home and then Tony Baffoe wanted to talk to me and so he called me and couldn’t get me so he asked Alex to call me.

“Alex called but I didn’t know it was Tony that asked Alex to call me, but I’m really cool with Alex, he is a really good guy and since I started playing the national team, he has been good to everyone in the national team.

“In the GFA he works really hard, I always talk to him. I saw his missed call so I called back and he said Tony was there and wanted to talk to me. After that, Alex said President is here and he wants me to speak to President. Is that a phone call?

“He shouldn’t call you and say the GFA called me. Sani, keep quiet, what are you saying, have you lost your mind?”

Sulley Ali Muntari has enjoyed a punctuated international career highlighted by the 2014 fracas in Brazil.

June 8, 2017 0 comment