Egypt talisman Mohamed Salah scored his first goal of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations as he netted during his country's comfortable 2-0 win over DR Congo on Wednesday.Salah struck just before the break with a fine finish with two defenders in front of him to double Egypt’s lead.Earlier Aston Villa defender Ahmed Elmohamady had got Egypt on their way with a clever flicked finish from a loose ball in the box.The result sees Egypt qualify for the next round and they are still
Former Ghana international Laryea Kingston has been impressive on his punditry debut at the international stage.Kingston is among the African legends contracted by SuperSport for this year's Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt.Thus far, Laryea has been on duty for three games including Ghana's first game against Benin which ended 2-2.He first appeared on Sunday when Senegal comfortably beat Tanzania.His next appearance was Mali's 4-1 thrashing of Mauritania.Laryea
Defender John Boye was sent off in the Black Stars 2-2 draw against Benin at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.Boye was handed his marching orders in the 54th minute after receiving a second yellow card for time wasting.The first yellow card was as a result of an awful challenge.Here are some reactions on social media to Boye's sending off which ultimately cost Ghana three points. John Boye die b dat???????????????????????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/oIEd55XWBb—
Uganda have taken another step towards qualification for the last 16 of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations after they played out a 1-1 draw with Zimbabwe on Wednesday evening.The result at the Cairo International Stadium is a good one for the Cranes, who are top of Group A on four points (pending the result of the late game between Egypt and DR Congo) and within touching distance of progression.The Warriors, meanwhile, will likely need to win their final group match against DR Congo
Ghana striker Jordan Ayew has warned Cameroon ahead of the big clash on Saturday in Group F’s match day two of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Stars drew against Benin on match day one at the Ismailia Sports Stadium whilst Cameroon defeated Guinea-Bissau by 2-0.The Crystal Palace forward scored Ghana’s second goal against Benin and was named man of the match as well.Jordan Ayew believes the fighting spirit of his team mates will aid in the team ahead of the clash.He
Ghana defender Daniel Opare is set for a six-month spell on the sidelines after suffering a tearing lateral ligament in his right knee, GHANASoccernet.com can exclusively report.The versatile wing back limped off injured during Royal Antwerp's first pre-season friendly against KFC Brasschaat last Sunday.Despite winning 3-0, everyone was concerned about Opare being carried off the field.It now confirmed Opare will need surgery and that will keep him out of action until December.Last
Ghana and Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew after Tuesday’s draw against Benin in Group F’s opening game is anticipating tougher fixtures against Cameroon and Guinea- Bissau in the up coming games.The Black Stars drew with the Squirrels of Benin in a highly competitive game played at the Ismailia Sports Stadium which Ghana were termed as favorites to win heading into the game.Speaking ahead of Ghana’s second game on Saturday against defending champions Cameroon Jordan expects
Black Stars striker Jordan Ayew has indicated that fighting spirit will help Ghana triumph at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Ghana begun its campaign to end it 37-years Afcon title drought against Benin on Tuesday with a draw. The game ended 2-2.Jordan Ayew who was adjudged man of the match after the game praised his team mates for their fighting spirit as they were able to hold Benin to a draw after been down by a man for 35 minutes in the second half.The Crystal
Veteran Ghana midfielder Bernard Kumordzi believes has has two more years left in his legs before calling time on his footballing career.Kumordzi, 34, is a free agent after his contract with Belgian side KV Kortrijk expired at the end of last season.The versatile midfielder has been mooted to be considering hanging up his boots.He has however refuted the report claiming that he is not planning to quit the beautiful game anytime soon."I still feel good, so why should I stop.
Ghana forward Jordan Ayew has hailed his team mates for their fighting spirit against the squirrels of Benin on Tuesday in Group F’s AFCON opener. The Black Stars played with 10-men for about 35 minutes in the second half after Ghana defender John Boye was shown a red card for time wasting.Benin had scored first through Pote in the second minute and the lead was cancelled by Andre Ayew in the eighth minute of the first half.Jordan Ayew put Ghana in front with a super strike
Black Stars right back Andy Yiadom is confident Ghana can win the Africa Cup of Nations. The Black Stars had a false start to the competition after they were held by Benin, and were also reduced to ten men for most part of the game.However, Yiadom who lasted the entire duration of the game remains optimistic of Ghana's chances at the tournament in Egypt.“It’s a really tough group, in AFCON you can’t take anything for granted, there’s no easy game in this tournament,'
Ghana striker Majeed Waris has temporarily returned to FC Porto ahead of a potential transfer to French Ligue 1 side Saint Etienne.The 27-year-old hitman joined Portuguese giants FC Porto two seasons ago but failed to enjoy regular playing time.He was shipped out on loan to French Ligue 1 side FC Nantes with the option to purchase for €6 million last summer.Despite impressing during the loan spell at the club, the Canaries turned down the purchase option claiming the amount is
Ghana captain Andre Ayew and Thomas Agyepong missed the team’s training session today due to injury. Ghanasoccernet.com understands that both players suffered knocks in Ghana’s game against Benin on Tuesday thus they sit out on the team’s recovery training today.Thomas Agyepong was substituted in the early minutes of Ghana’s game against Benin which ended 2-2 on Tuesday at the Ismailia Sports Stadium.Agyepong was replaced by Cukaricki Star Samuel Owusu.Andre Ayew also had
Manchester United fans around the world have urged the club to sign Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey after putting up a decent performance against Benin at the Africa Cup of Nations group F opener.The Atletico Madrid midfielder showed the qualities he is made off as ten man Ghana were held by Benin on Tuesday evening.Partey is reported to be monitored by several top European clubs at the competition but Manchester United are believed to be very interested in the 25-year old.The central
The Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) will announce their decision on the CAF Champions League final standoff on July 5. The second leg of the CAF Champions League match between Tunisia's Esperance and Morocco's Wydad Casablanca ended in bizarre circumstances after a goal from the Moroccans was disallowed following the absence of the VAR.Esperance were leading the tie 2-1 on aggregate before the decision to end the game was taken, with the Tunisian club crowned champions
Ghanaian midfielder Godsway Donyoh netted a hat-trick for FC Nordsjaelland in their 4-3 defeat to Kalmar FF in a pre-season friendly game.The Wild Tigers had a fantastic start to their pre-season program after Ghana midfielder Godsway Donyoh scored two quick goals against their Swedish opponents.But Kalmar FF recovered from their sluggish start to the game by pulling a goal back through Filip Sachpekidis in the 37th minute before Maxwell drew them level a minute later.The Swedish
Nigeria beat Guinea 1-0 at Alexandria Stadium on Wednesday to book their place in the knockout stages of the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles are the first team to seal their ticket into the next round, thanks to a second-half goal from Kenneth Omeruo.Following a lively start on the Mediterranean coast, which conjured chances for both teams - the game hit a bit of a lull amid the blazing conditions.Odion Ighalo squandered a glorious chance to give Nigeria the lead in
Ghanaian youngster Richard Nartey has completed a loan move from Chelsea FC to English League One outfit Burton Albion. Nartey, who can play across the back four, has joined the Brewers on a season-long loan from Premier League giants Chelsea FC.The loan deal runs until May 24, 2020 but includes a recall clause for either club in January.He becomes the second player in as many seasons to join the club from Chelsea's thriving youth set-up, following the successful loan spell
Nigeria's Football Federation (NFF) says it has received "part of the money" allocated by the government for the national side's participation at the Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt amid threats of protests by the players.Forward Ahmed Musa failed to take part in a press conference in Alexandria on Tuesday with coach Gernot Rohr telling reporters that the players had an "important meeting."The BBC said that the team, who face Guinea in Group B later
Ghanaian striker Jonathan Osabutey has extended his contract with German Bundesliga side SV Werder Bremen. The attacker was immediately loaned out to Belgian side Royal Excel Mouscron to continue with his development.Osabutey joined the River Islander in 2017 from Tema You and had an outstanding season with the youth team last season bagging in 12 goals in 27 appearances."Attacker Jonah Osabutey has extended his contract with SV Werder Bremen and will head on loan to Belgian
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