Dutch-born Ghanaian forward Johnathan Opoku has began his second-half of the Dutch second-tier league on a bright note after scoring the opener for VVV-Venlo in their 2-0 away win over FC Cambuur on Friday night. The 26-year-old fired the Yellows into the lead with a 37th minute strike at the Cambuurstadion. Opoku, who had bagged 8 league goals in the first-round of the season, was in no mood to tolerate the hosts defence as he hammered home the opener 8 minutes before the break. By El Akyereko
Ghanaian attacker Elvis Manu marked his debut for Go Ahead Eagles in Dutch Eredivisie on Friday night. The striker made a losing start on his return but put in a strong performance despite his Eagles side slipping to a 3-1 loss. The attacker was the most dangerous man on the pitch as he tormented AZ Alkmaar defenders with his extraordinary physique and good eye for goal but he was kept at bay as the opening half ended in a stalemate at the De Adelaarshorst. It was the first time the former
Ghana defender Jeff Schlupp joined Crystal Palace from Leicester City on a four and half year deal on Friday. The 24-year-old has been speaking to the club's media channel on the decision to join the Eagles. #WelcomeSchlupp! Watch @Jeffrey_Schlupp's first interview as a #CPFC player for free on https://t.co/TTogt72Aro now! 🎥🔴🔵 pic.twitter.com/w38yIzwffR Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) January 13, 2017...
Ghana FA boss Kwesi Nyantakyi is set for another FIFA Council elections in March against tough opponents withthe threat of a dominantFrancophone bloc looming large. The Ghanaian FA leader who swept onto the powerful council in September last year, must fend off competition fromLeodegar Tenga (Tanzania) and Kalusha Bwalya (Zambia) from the English-speaking bloc. Tarek Bouchamaoui (Tunisia) representing theArabic, Portuguese and Spanish grouping is also in the race as well as the dominant French-speaking
Ghana defender Edwin Gyimah is among 13 Premier Soccer League players expected to participate in the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations. Gyimah, who plays for Orlando Pirates, is part of the Black Stars squad for the biannual event. A total of 13 different players - 12 from the Absa Premiership from nine different clubs will hope to win laurel with their respective nations. Here are the PSL's AFCON reps in Gabon - Baroka: Khalid Aucho Geofrey Massa Bidvest Wits: Cuthbert Malajila
Ghana President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has charged the Black Stars to clinch the 2017 African Cup of Nations crown - to end an astonishing 35-year wait for the coveted trophy. The West Africans are desperate to go a step further after finishing second in the last edition in 2015. The four-time African champions must negotiate a difficult group D comprising old foes Uganda, Mali and Egypt. Pressure is building in the air for the Ghanaians to end a long wait for an African title having
The Carthage Eagles of Tunisia are out to bag the full three points as they open their Group B 2017 CAF Africa Cup of Nations campaign on Sunday. Coach Henry Kasperczak will have to motivate his side to go all out and bag a win to ensure they stand a good chance to reach the next round. In their preparations for the tournament, Tunisia beat Uganda 2-0, but succumbed to a 1-0 defeat against Egypt in their friendlies. Forward, Ahmed Akaichi is the man to watch for the Tunisians as he will
There is the need for us to streamline Ghanaian sports and put it on a firm footing and all of us in Ghana will agree with that. We have a tremendous heritage in this area and it is time for that heritage to speak in this country whether it is football, athletics or boxing. I think that the energy, experience, exposure and dynamism that Isaac Asiamah has is the right mixture for us. Hopefully, now we will have a new age in sports in Ghana especially in making the connection between the official
Burkina Faso will look to get the better of a depleted Cameroon side when they take them on in their first 2017 Africa Cup of Nations match in a Group A encounter at the Stade de l'Amiti in Libreville on Saturday. The Indomitable Lions boast several unknown quantities in their ranks, with Guy N'dy Assemb, Andr Onana, Jol Matip, Allan Nyom, Maxime Poundj, Ibrahim Amadou, Andr-Frank Zambo Anguissa and Eric Maxime Choupo-Moting having all made themselves unavailable for selection ahead of
Serbian giants Red Star Belgrade have unveiled defender Abraham Akwasi Frimpong who has joined from Napredak. Frimpong signed a two-and-a-half year deal with an option for renewal on Thursday. He played 13 league matches including 12 starts for Napredak for the first half of the season....
Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce has hailed the signing of Leicesetr City winger Jeffrey Schlupp. The Eagles completed the signing of the Ghana international on a four and a half year deal on Friday. And manager Sam Allardyce has spoken highly about the quality of the versatile man. I am delighted we have been able to secure Jeffreys services, he is a player I have admired for some time and is a talented and athletic player," he told the club's official website "He will
Former Ashantigold striker Fuseini Nuhu has joined Lebanese side Al-Sahel on a one-year deal. Nuhu joined as free agent after being released by the Ghanaian side at the end of last season. The 25-year-old could be handed a permanent deal if he impresses. He previously played for New Edubiase with his twin brother Alhassan. Â ...
The 2017 Africa Cup of Nations will kick-off on Saturday when the host nation Gabon take on Guinea-Bissau in a Group A match at the Stade de l'Amiti in Libreville. While reports in the host nation have described the build-up to the showpiece as gloomy and tense, a positive vibe is expected to ignite once the tournament gets underway this weekend. The Panthers will get the show underway with a clash against AFCON newbies Guinea-Bissau this weekend, with the Central African country playing
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of Leicester City versatile man Jeffrey Schlupp on a four-and-half year deal for12million, the club has announced. The 24-year-old has finally joined the Eagles after a nightmarish spell at the King Power stadium this season. The Ghana international has signed the permanent contract after undergoing formalities at the club. #CPFC are delighted to announce the signing of @Jeffrey_Schlupp from @LCFC on a four-and-a-half year deal!#WelcomeSchlupp🔴🔵pic.twitter.com/rcikZzZUA4
Medeama have rejected claims striker Abass Mohammed is close to joining Asante Kotoko. Widespread media reports had claimed the exciting attacker had agreed terms with the Porcupine Warriors over a possible switch. But the Yellow and Mauves have denied the claims insisting Kotoko have not tabled any official bid for the services of the player. "We are also hearing it in the media. We have not received any offer from Kotoko regarding Abass," Medeama spokesman Patrick Akoto told Kumasi-based
English Championship sideBrighton & Hove Albion have agreed a deal for budding Ghana-born Norwegian youth Abdul Basit Agouda. Agouda, 17, has joined the Seagulls lads from Norwegian outfit Stromgodset. The Norwegian Under-19 striker is seen as one of the best young talents in the Scandinavia. He has impressed heavily for both club and country over the last one year. Agouda, who is of Ghanaian descent, joined Stromgodset from Skeid in January 2015. The youngster has been on
Ex-Hearts winger Ollenu Ashitey has completed a two-year deal to join rivals Asante Kotoko. Ashitey is expected tostart his first official training with the Kumasi-based side. The exciting winger will be crucial for the Porcupine Warriors who are desperate to win major silverware this season. Kotoko have been busy in the transfer market - closing deals for Techiman City star Baba Mahama and Medeama whizkid Kwame Boahene. Â ...
Techiman City midfielder Baba Mahama has completed a medical ahead of his move to Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko. The youngster is expected to be confirmed as the club's latest signing - when he puts pen to paper on a long-term deal. He underwent the formalities at a private clinic in Kumasi ahead of his official signing. Mahama has agreed personal terms with the club with Kotoko reaching a similar deal with Techiman City. It will bring to an end the speculation regarding the future
Ex-Ghana Under-20 defender Alhassan Abubakar is set for the Major League Soccer ahead of Friday's draft. Abubakar, who plays for the University of Dayton, is a likely top-10 selection. The former student of the University of Ghana, is expected to be drafted by one of the top MLS side - in a move which will change his life as he continues his young journey through American soccer. Its been fun so far, Abubakar told SBI. Coming here and seeing the coaches, MLS coaches, its something Ive
Ghana have ended their 10-day training camp in Dubai with a clean bill of health ahead of the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations in Gabon. The Black Stars were due to travel to Libreville on Friday but that trip has been canceled due to bad weather conditions. The team held their last prayer session on Friday morning as they awaits clearance from aviation authorities to fly to the Gabonese capital. The Black Stars have been camping since 02 January in the United Arab Emirates. The Ghanaians are
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