Ghana coach Kwesi Appiah has laughed off reports he was manhandled in traffic in Accra by an exasperated Black Stars fan.The mild-mannered trainer has been at the receiving end of vile attacks in traditional and social media after the team’s exit against Tunisia on penalties at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.The hashtag #dropthatcoach trended for hours after their exit to Tunisia on penalties.‘It’s never true I was attacked by anybody. People are cooking stories but it’s
After Dylan Bronn's bizarre own goal in extra time handed Senegal a 1-0 victory in a drama-filled semi-final, Tunisia were once more the authors of their own downfall.Jamilu Collins' cross from the left ought to have been simple for Moez Ben Cherifia to collect, but the goalkeeper collided with his own defender Yassine Meriah, allowing Ighalo to pounce for his fifth goal of the competition.Besides that opening lapse in concentration, Tunisia held their own for large periods
Ghana midfielder Kwame Bonsu has signed a four-year deal with Tunisian giants Esperance de Tunis.The 24-year-old signed the dotted line on Wednesday after completing his mandatory medical test.Bonsu arrives from Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko after signing a four year deal for an undisclosed fee.The Ghana international will replace Cameroonian midfielder Franck Kom who left the club for Qatari side Al-Rayyan SC.He had a spectacular campaign with the Porcupine Warriors in the CAF
The Zimbabwean fan who traveled to Egypt by road to watch the Africa Cup of Nations has finally met CAF President Ahmad Ahmad. Alvin Zhaka, a fan of the Warriors of Zimbabwe traveled to Cairo to watch the national team play at the Nations Cup but unfortunately by the time he arrived in Egypt, Zimbabwe had been eliminated for the competition.The Warriors had lost two games and drawn one finishing bottom of group A.Despite their elimination, the story of Alvin went viral on Social
Ghana defender Joseph Attamah has joined the over 100,000 million people on FaceApp and posted a photo of himself now and years in the future.The ?stanbul Ba?ak?ehir player tweeted a photo with the inscription: ''Lol whoever did this to me, I have nothing to say to him ????????????.''Attamah, who was an unused substitute at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, seems to be loving it.Viral app FaceApp is giving people the power to change their facial expressions,
Ghanaians clubs have been left outraged by a leaked name change and logo of the Ghana Football Association, as the Normalisation Committee scores a smashing own goal.The proposed amendment to the much-touted reforms has seen the name changed to the 'Football Association of Ghana (AGF)'.Local clubs have been left irritated by the scope of the reforms with fans taken to social media to mock the proposed amendments.GHANAsoccernet.com understands the clubs will kick against
Ghanaian midfielder Issac Cofie has joined Turkish Supalig side Sivasspor on a two-year deal, GHANASoccernet.com can exclusively confirm.Cofie penned a two-year contract with the Red and White lads from Spanish Segunda Division side Sporting Gijon with with an option to renew for another year on Wednesday after undergoing a successful medical test.The 28-year-old had been heavily linked with a move to Cypriot outfit Apoel Nicosia following his impressive debut season with the Rojiblanco
Swansea City are looking to offload Ghanaian brothers Andre and Jordan Ayew, the Sheffield Star reported on Wednesday.The club's chairman Trevor Birch want to free the high earners at the club including the Ghana internationals.Andre and Jordan are returning to the Swans after their loan spells at Fenerbahce and Crystal Palace respectively.While Andre struggled at the Turkish giants, his younger brother endured a difficult campaign at Selhurst Park, making 24 appearances.However,
Former Ghana international George Lamptey hosted a successful second annual free soccer clinic for some selected orphanages in Accra.Mr. Lamptey, an executive Director of International Soccer Operations for Africa, Asia and Europe spent time with children from the Pay Children's home, Methodist Rehab Center and Accra Street Academy over the weekend at the Saint Thomas Acquainas SHS.The exp-footballer sent the kids through some basic football drills, discipline and lessons
Bidvest Wits have released Ghanaian midfielder Edwin Gyimah, GHANAsoccernet.com can report.The 28-year-old has been told to look elsewhere after making just five appearances in all competitions for the Clever Boys last season.The former Orlando Pirates midfielder joined from Swedish second-tier side Helsingborgs IF in 2017.He re-united with former boss Gavin Hunt but failed to cement a place in the team.The former Ghana international has been frozen out of the team to free their
Ghana striker Raphael Dwamena has indicated that joining Spanish Segunda side Real Zaragoza was the best option.The 23-year-old completed a transfer to the Whites on a season-long loan deal from UD Levante ahead of the upcoming season.The Ghana international is expected to revive his career at the Segunda Division side after his struggles at the Cuitat de Valencia.“I’m very happy to be part of this great club to achieve success and enjoy every second that is here.”"I’ve
Football erudite Kofi Manu has eulogized Asamoah Gyan, insisting no Ghanaian footballer dead or alive can be compared to the iconic Black Stars striker.The 33-year-old remains the undisputed king of the game in the West African nation after an illustrious and enviable career.The former Sunderland hitman has been hailed for his work ethics, genuine heart and professionalism.Gyan was sensationally stripped off the Ghana captaincy under bizarre circumstances by under-fire coach Kwesi
Ghana forward Raphael Dwamena says his goal is to help Real Zaragoza earn promotion to Spain's top flight league next season. The former FC Zurich attacker joins the Los Blanquillos on a season long loan from La Liga side Levante.Dwamena struggled to establish himself with the Valencia based club but believes his move to Zaragoza will earn him the opportunity to rediscover his form."I think the Second Division is harder and harder, I decided to come here to enjoy playing
Ghanaian forward Joel Fameyeh has finalized a move to Russian outfit FK Orenburg ahead of the upcoming season.Fameyeh has joined the Blue and White lads on a three-year deal from Belarusian club FC Dinamo Brest for an undisclosed fee.The 22-year-old spent three seasons with the Belarusian club, scoring 36 goals with 14 assists in his 108 appearances.Fameyeh became a household name in Ghana after netting a brace for the local-based Black Stars during the 2016 CHAN qualifiers against
Rangers chief Mark Allen is working on a deal to sell Ghanaian striker Joe Dodoo.The Scottish giants are looking to get rid of the Ghanaian, who has been an unmitigated disaster over the last 12 months and has been identified as one of the players to leave Ibrox this summer.After a disastrous loan spell at Charlton, Dodoo has spent most of his time with Rangers playing the odd game for the Under-20s.Another of Mark Warburton’s signings who didn’t work out and left the Ibrox
CAF's Executive Committee has agreed to play the finals of the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup will be single matches and played on a neutral ground.The decision was taken in Cairo on Wednesday ahead of the third-placed match at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations between Nigeria and Tunisia.CAF had to review the two-legged tie (home-and-away basis) after controversy rocked this season's Champions League final between Moroccan side WAC and Esperance of Tunisia.In
The Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has resoundingly approved the decision to appoint FIFA general secretary Fatma Samoura as a High Commissioner for Africa to lead the reforms of the administration of the continent's governing body.The overwhelming majority of the body on Wednesday approved the proposal from the CAF President Ahmad to have the Senegalese national take charge of the reforms in the wake of the major governance issues that
It was a standing ovation to remember – and for good reason.Chris Odoi-Atsem was coming off the field after starting and playing 68 minutes for D.C. United. And the crowd wasn’t just cheering because he put in a solid performance. Instead, it likely had more to do with the significance.For Odoi Atsem, it was the first time he played for United since he was diagnosed with cancer – stage 2 Hodgkin’s lymphoma.“I can’t really put into words how I felt,” Odoi-Atsem said,
The Confederation of African Football has expanded the Women's Africa Cup of Nations to 12.Previously, the competition had eight nation participating every two years.However, the Executive Committee of CAF has taken a decision to expand the number to 12.CAF boss Ahmad Ahmad has confirmed the new move after Wednesday's meeting in Cairo.With @CAF_Online’s #exco, we took a great decision today : feminine’s #AFCON will now engage 12 teams ! They only were 8 until now.
Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA) chairman Cudjoe Fianoo is under siege after reportedly holding 'secret' meetings with Normalisation Committee boss Dr Kofi Amoah in an alleged attempt to destabilize local football.Local clubs are froth at the mouth with the GHALCA chairman after being accused of working against the interest of clubs.The former Ashantigold chief executive has come under line of fire with constant attacks after being perceived of undermining the action
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