Ghanaian midfielder Aziz Tetteh was in fantastic form for Dynamo Moscow as they walloped second-tier side Chernomorets Balchik in a preseason friendly encounter.Tetteh, who signed a two-and-half-year-deal with the Moscow giants during the January transfer window, lasted 45 minutes - with the side leading 3-0.The well-built enforcer was a key figure in the side, after being used in both defensive and attacking midfield.Dynamo coach Dmitiri Khokhlov is said to be delighted about the
Renowned Kumawood actor Kofi Adu, who is popularly known as Agya Koo, has thrown his weight behind the member of Parliament for Assin central constituency Hon. Kennedy Agyapong ahead of the premiering of his 'Who watches the watchman?' video.The highly anticipated documentary is meant to expose the alleged corrupt practices of ace investigative journalist Anas Aremeayew Anas.In a promotional video released, Agya Koo is seen telling Ghanaians not to just conclude and make
Ghana’s Black Stars failed to qualify for the World Cup this year, which is a tragedy not only for me personally as a half-Ghanaian, half-Nigerian child of immigrants, but also for African football (more on that later).Which means, time for me to root for the rest of the sub-saharan African teams! (Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco all lost their bouts)Thankfully, Nigeria and Senegal did not disappoint this bandwagoner this week. Senegal’s spirited offense led to a 2-1 win over Poland,
Ghanaian winger Edwin Gyasi has been named in CSKA Sofia's 26 man squad for the preseason trip of Austria. CSKA Sofia are in Austria for a preseason tour where they play a couple of friendlies as they prepare for the new season.The Bulgarian side will play Varin Nagasaki of Japan, Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukraine) and Brøndby (Denmark).Gyasi joined the Bulgarians in February from Norwegian side Aaeslund and has been a key member of the team.Below is the full list from CSKA coach
The Senegal national football team has attracted worldwide attention in Russia in the past few days and it wasn’t just because they've had the only win, so far, for an African nation at the World Cup - a 2-1 victory over Poland in Group H.Their manager, Aliou Cisse, is the only black person in charge of any of the 32 nations taking part in the tournament, despite the prevalence of black players."I am the only black coach in this World Cup. That is true, but really these
Super Eagles forward Ahmed Musa has joined Africa’s leading top scorers in the history of the FIFA World Cup after netting a brace against Iceland in Nigeria’s 2-0 over Iceland at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, Nizhny Novgorod. In the tournament’s record books, the duo of Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan with six goals and Cameroon’s Roger Milla, five goals, currently lead the pack in Africa.At the last count, Gyan, scored the fastest goal of the tournament after 68 seconds and also
Ghana midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah is set to be announced by Inter Milan as their new signing this week, reports in Italy have claimed.The 29-year-old is without a club after ending his eight trophy-laden years at Juventus.He won 13 trophies and was twice a Champions League finalist.And It's been reported that he's agreed a deal with Inter and is set to signed the dotted line in the coming days.This is after undergoing medical even before the end of the season and acquiring
Ghana's Sports Ministry has warned FA's General Secretary Isaac Addo for holding his position as such in what could be labeled as a direct government interference in the discharge of his duties. Mr Addo was scheduled to meet officials of FIFA to deliberate on current happenings which has brought football to a halt in the West African nation.Th FIFA mediation team met officials of Ghana's government last week to charter a path for the restructuring of the game without
A supporter of the former Vice-Chancellor, Mr. Benjamin Essuman particularly faulted the Akufo-Addo government for endangering the incomes of those who live on the football industry.In a post, He said: Akufo-Add0 should've listened to Prof Joshua Alabi when he wrote in that press statement: "An independent body must be formed to meet with the leadership of GHALCA to fashion out some proposals for discussion and adoption at Congress."Mr. Essuman therefore, says government
Ghana's deputy Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Odame has come under the spotlight over claims FIFA does not recognize the current FA administration. The principal deputy legal adviser to government is under pressure to back his claims with evidence as football aficionados have questioned the authenticity of his scandalous claims.While responding to comment made by former Ghana FA spokesperson Randy Abbey on Newsfile on Joy FM over the weekend that government erred in its attempt
Slovakian side FK Senica are reported to been interested in signing Ghanaian midfielder Hans Nunoo Sarpei on a permanent deal following a successful loan spell at the club.The 19-year-old joined FK Senica on a season long loan from German Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart prior to the start of last season.Sarpei went on to enjoy a hugely successful period with the side, making 20 appearances though they failed to maintain their top flight league status.The OMS Arena outfit are aiming
Medeama skipper Joseph Tetteh Zutah has applauded the Professional Footballers Association of Ghana's stance on the current crisis that has hit the sport in the country. Zutah, together with his colleague captains of all the Ghana Premier League teams met the top hierarchy of the PFAG last week to look at recent issues regarding Ghana football.“I must commend the PFAG for the good initiative. It was good for us as we were taking through many things and also educated on the
The Ghana League Clubs Association is calling for an an Extraordinary Congress to quickly put football back on track in the country.Chairman Kudjoe Fianoo says the association has petitioned the General Secretary of the GFA through the Executive Committee to ''organize an Extraordinary Congress within the stipulated time as enshrined by the GFA Statute.''The umbrella body for the clubs wants to draw a roadmap for reforms to bring about transparency and accountability
Tema Youth owner Wilfred Osei Kwaku insists government has 'no power' to dissolve the FA.The country's football has been thrown into chaos after an investigative piece by journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas revealed widespread corruption in the game.The ruling New Patriotic Party has been forced to dissolve a five-member committee tasked to restructure football in the powerful West African nation as pressure begins to mount on the government. The country's government
The Professional Footballers Association of Ghana (PFAG) has backed decision to start reforms with respect to Ghana Football following the crisis that has hit the local governing body.Ghana football is currently in tatters after government indicated it was taking steps to dissolve the Ghana Football Association following the Anas video which caught top FA officials and referees taking bribes to influence the outcome of certain games.Last week, the Ministry of Youth and Sports met
Ghanaian striker Joe Dodoo is looking forward to getting started with Blackpool when the squad returns for pre-season training this week.The on-loan player from Glasgow Rangers is determined to succeed with the League One side.''We can get started from pre-season and build a solid foundation to what we’re trying to achieve throughout the season,'' he said.''I'm looking forward to getting to know the lads and the staff. Hopefully I can come in,
Former Black Satellites winger Prosper Kasim scored his 3rd goal of the season for Mjällby in their 4-0 away win over Lund is the Swedish second tier league.The Ghanaian forward scored in the 83rd minute to put the icing on the cake at Klostergårdens IP in Lund.The win means Mjällby have occupied the top spot after 13 matches with 27 points.Out of the 13 games played so far, Prosper Kasim has featured in 11 of them, scoring 3 times with 3 assists.
Ghana were represented at the Gazprom Football for Friendship event which took place in Russia at the FIFA World Cup.The World Championship saw Thelma Ntem , a child Journalist and Samuel Ayi Aryee, a footballer represent the nation in Russia.On a cold afternoon in Moscow, Russia, June 8 Team Ghana arrived for Gazprom Football For Friendship World Championship.Day 1, opening ceremony was amazing , 211 children displayed their national flags symbolizing unity and friendship.The children
Senegal Coach Aliou Cisse has blasted his defence in the aftermath of their 2-2 draw against Japan in group H of the FIFA World Cup in Russia. The 42 year old says he expected a lot from central defenders Salif Sane and Khalidou Coulibaly after his side twice led to draw 2-2 against the Asians. Senegal's defence was found wanting after a blunder from their goalkeeper which was not cleared well fell to Honda who grabbed the equalizer for Japan."Of course there are regrets
Ghanaian forward Kwabena Owusu could not inspire Cartagena to victory as they lost 1-0 against Extremadura in the second leg of the Spanish Segunda Division playoffs on Sunday.Cartagena were hoping to overturn a 1-0 deficit when they welcomed Extremadura to the Estadio Municipal Cartagonova on Sunday.The Albinegros were however held to a pulsating goalless stalemate by the visiting side.The result helped Extremadura win promotion with a 1-0 aggregate win.Kwabena joined Cartagena
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