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After eviction, Asamoah Gyan criticizes the Black Meteors as “egoistic and sub-standard.”

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Asamoah Gyan blasts the Black Meteors over their attitude toward the team

Asamoah Gyan, a striker from Ghana who just announced his retirement, has attacked the Black Meteors following their humiliating exit from the CAF U23 Nations Cup in Morocco on June 30, 2023.

The playing group, which had some bright players like Fatawu Ishahaku and Nordsjaelland golden kid Ernest Nuamah, was further torn apart by the nation’s all-time leading scorer.

In their last Group encounter, the Black Meteors drew 1-1 with Guinea and were eliminated from the competition with four points.

”What I saw in this Black meteors team is some players think they are bigger than the whole team. Small hype and fame ? SHM,” the former Sunderland and Al Ain star man posted on his Twitter page.

He added: ”Modern football is not about only what you do with the ball. It’s about what you do without the ball. I see players thinking the can play alone. It’s about time we wake up and defend when we lose the ball. SMH.”

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Ex-Atletico de Madrid, Kotoko forward, Saddick Adams retires from football

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Saddick Adams

Saddick Adams retires from football

Ghanaian football fans, especially Kotoko supporters, will remember Saddick Adams for his consistent performance on the field. Sadick Adams, a former attacker for Atletico de Madrid, has posted a statement on social media announcing his retirement.

At the age of 33, the Ghanaian striker retired from professional football. Saddick’s most recent team, Arambagh KS of the Bangladesh Premier League, used him as a striker. In November 2007, World Soccer magazine named Adams as one of the 50 Most Exciting Teenagers on the Planet. He states on his Facebook page:

“OFFICIAL: Today is a difficult day for me, but it is also a day of reflection and gratitude. Playing for all these clubs during my football career, Ashantigold fc, BEREKUM Chelsea FC, Kumasi Asante Kotoko sc, Atlético de Madrid, Etoile Sportive du Sahel, Vojvodina fc, Saham Club, Al Nahda FC, Al Ansar fc, Al faiha FC and many more.

It has been a tremendous honour representing all these clubs as a player. With much sadness but without regret, I realize that I am no longer able to adhere to the unwavering standard of excellence that professional football demands. I love the game of football so much, and I know there is truly only one acceptable way to play.

Knowing I can no longer compete at a level that I find acceptable. This decision is mine alone, and although I know this will not bring me happiness, it is the right and honourable action to take at this time in my life. I cherished every moment of my Football career, and it has been such a blessing to play the game for as long as I have played.

Reflecting on my years playing football, my current situation, reminded me of the many people I owe humble, sincere gratitude. No one has felt the burden of my physical pain and mental anguish more than my Family, my brother Rafiu, Ishmael Yartey a friend and a brother, Mubarak Wakaso , John Benson Anti Daniel and Sadat.

They have been with me throughout my pain. I will like to thank them. Thank all the coaches who contributed to my football career.Last but not least, thanks to all my playing mates in all the clubs I played against …I will still be in football but this time not as a player …GOODBYE ..ADA99″. He concluded.

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Ghana ready for today’s make-or-break encounter against Guinea – Ibrahim Tanko

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Ibrahim Tanko

At the current TotalEnergies CAF U23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023, Ghana’s U23 head coach, Ibrahim Tanko, voiced confidence in his team’s readiness for today’s pivotal Group A encounter against Guinea.

Guinea, who will play Ghana at the Grand Stade of Tangier, simply needs a draw to advance to the semifinal round; Ghana must earn all possible points.

Tanko made it obvious that his team is totally focused on winning the game. The coach said, “We realize that we must win to advance to the semi-finals.

According to Tanko, every player has healed well and is ready to give their all on the field. We are now focused on winning a victory after recovering from our loss against Egypt, said Tanko.

Tanko said that after having the chance to see two of Guinea’s games, they now have a greater comprehension of the team’s advantages and disadvantages.

“The people back in Ghana should have faith in us and support us because we will deliver,” added Arko-Mensah.

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Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifiers: Coach Nora Häuptle names Black Queens squad for Guinea game

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Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifiers: Coach Nora Häuptle names Black Queens squad for Guinea game

Black Queens coach, Nora Häuptle has named a provisional squad list for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games Qualifiers against Guinea.

Northern Ladies and Black Princesses shot-stopper Afi Amenyaku have earned her debut senior call-up following her heroics at the recent WAFU B U-20 Girls Cup of Nations in Kumasi.

Also in the squad are trio Ernestina Abambilla, Jennifer Cudjoe, and Alice Kusi who return after a long absence.

Camping officially opens on Monday, July 3 at the GFA Technical Centre (GSCE), Prampram at 4:00 pm. The first-round fixtures against Guinea are scheduled between 10 – 18, July 2023.

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Ghana FA seek to raise filing fee for president position by 900%

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The Ghana Football Association (GFA) wants to increase the application cost from GHC 5,000 to GHC 50,000 for the job of GFA president.

The decision, which was announced to the membership on June 24, 2023, was justified by the exorbitant costs of election administration.

The increased nomination price, which marks a major increase above the GHC 5,000 fee levied by the previous government in 2019 under the Normalisation Committee, would be put into effect when the GFA receives clearance from Congress.

The Elections Committee suggested increasing the Executive Council nomination fee. It was originally GHC 2,500, but now it’s GHC 15,000 instead.

Similar to that, the nomination form for the Regional Football Association (RFA) now costs GHC 10,000. Additional GFA posts with modified fees of GHC 5,000, GHC 1,000, and GHC 5,000 will include the RFA seat on the Executive Council, District Chairman, and District Executive Council.

A Congress meeting has been scheduled for July 10, 2023, during which the GFA hope to obtain the necessary approval for these proposed changes.

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How Ghanaian goalkeeper Razak Braimah celebrated his marriage anniversary with a Spanish wife

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Razak Braimah celebrated his marriage anniversary
Razak Braimah celebrated his marriage anniversary

Razak Braimah celebrated his marriage anniversary

After the couple’s magnificent ceremony in Spain to mark their wedding anniversary, Razak Braimah, a former goalie for the Black Stars, reaffirmed his love for his wife Kalme Braimah.

The goalie, who is stationed in Spain, married his wife legally in Ghana exactly one year ago.

The couple repeated their vows on Tuesday in Spain in front of their kids and other relatives. An animated Braimah is seen strolling beside his wife and lovely daughter while wearing a gray suit.

Braimah joins the group of tall Ghanaian athletes who are wed to foreigners.

After being removed from the national squad following the 2017 AFCON, the 36-year-old is battling to be reinstated with the Black Stars.

Despite losing in a penalty shootout, he was one of the top players at the 2015 AFCON and helped Ghana advance to the finals.

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I have been disrespected for long; I am now at peace – Asamoah Gyan

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Asamoah Gyan

Asamoah Gyan, a former captain of the Black Stars, claims he is at peace today after years of being humiliated.

Asamoah Gyan claims he never thought the nation would honor him until last week, when he was lauded on the floor of Parliament.

Gyan, 37, revealed last week that he was ending his two-decade long, spectacular football career.

After the announcement, MPs alternated in recognizing Ghana’s highest scorer.

Speaking during a courtesy call on Majority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the former Sunderland marksman said his heart is finally at peace.

“Before I’d say I had not been celebrated enough, because there were lots of disrespect and I feel like I am one of those guys who put Ghana on the map, the masses can confirm that but seeing what went on in Parliament, I am now beginning to understand, I’m beginning to feel appreciated by Ghanaians.

“I don’t really care about what people say but Parliament has confirmed and I’m sure the masses also know in their heart that I should be celebrated. I always say the numbers don’t lie”, Asamoah Gyan said.

Gyan last participated in a competitive game in the 2020–21 Ghana Premier League, appearing for Legon Cities.

Before moving to Italy and joining Udinese, where he scored 10 goals in 16 games, Gyan started his football career back in 2003 with Liberty Professionals.

Gyan played all of his football in France with Rennes, where he was a standout, scoring fourteen goals in forty-eight league games over the course of two seasons.

The 37-year-old broke the club’s transfer record when he signed for Premier League team Sunderland in 2010, and during his two seasons at the Stadium of Light, he scored 10 times in 34 Premier League games.

Before joining Legon Cities, he had played for Al Ain, Shanghai SIPG, Kayserispor, and North East United.

On the international level, Gyan played 109 times for the Black Stars and scored 51 goals. Gyan retired as Africa’s leading scorer on the international level after participating in three World Cups.

He most recently represented the Black Stars in Egypt for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), when the team lost in the Round of 16.

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Annor Walker close to becoming new Hearts of Oak head coach – Reports

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Annor Walker

Annor Walker, a former Great Olympics coach, is about to take over as Hearts of Oak’s next head coach, according to Ghanasoccernet.com.

Annor Walker and the team have been in talks, indicating a probable break from his two-year contract with Samartex that he signed last year.

Walker, who is a year into his Samartex deal, has been in negotiations with Hearts of Oak. Walker was drawn to the club by its illustrious status as one of the largest in the nation.

He hopes to take the team’s reins for the following season despite their dismal showing the year before, when they just avoided relegation on the last day.

Walker, who has managed various clubs in Ghana, notably Berekum Chelsea, brings a plethora of expertise to the table. Additionally, he was given the chance to lead the Black Galaxies at the current African Nations Championship. He is a strong candidate for the coaching position at Hearts of Oak due to his experience and background.

After Samuel Boadu and his replacement Slavko Matic were fired, the team finished the season with interim manager David Ocloo, who received opposition from supporters during training.

Prosper Narteh Ogum, a former Asante Kotoko coach, was first mentioned in rumors as a candidate for the Hearts of Oak position. Annor Walker, who has expressed interest in the role as well, appears to be the next target of the club’s attention.

Walker will have the chance to have a big impact on Hearts of Oak and lead them to a more effective campaign if the discussions are successful.

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CAF U-23 AFCON: Coach Ibrahim Tanko expresses anger despite Ghana’s win over Congo

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U-23 AFCON

Despite his team’s 3-2 triumph against Congo in their debut match at the TotalEnergies U-23 AFCON on Sunday, coach Ibrahim Tanko was disappointed.

The coach could not disguise his rage at his players, calling Ghana’s two goals “unacceptable.”

The Black Meteors led 3-0 after 90 minutes, but defensive mistakes allowed the debutants to score two fast goals in the extra minutes.

Coach Tanko appeared to be pleased with the outcome, but he was dissatisfied with the errors that led to two goals allowed in the last minutes.

“I think I’m happy we have the three points but at the same time I’m very angry about my players because that two goals we conceded after the 90th minute were unacceptable,” he said.

The strategist also revealed why he removed Ernest Nuamah and Terry Yegbe from the game.

“I mean we had to make the changes because our centre-back and Nuamah were feeling tired. We have two days to prepare for the next game so I think the three points is very important but the two goals were not acceptable.”

Ghana will return to action against Morocco in Group A on Tuesday, while Congo Brazzaville will face Guinea in the day’s second encounter. Morocco defeated Guinea 2-1 in the first round on Saturday.

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Ghana Football Awards 2023: The full list of winners

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Ghana Football Awards 2023
Ghana Football Awards 2023

On Sunday, June 25, 2023, the fifth edition of the Ghana Football Awards 2023 was hosted at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

The largest trophy of the day went to Black Stars midfielder Mohammed Kudus, who was named Footballer of the Year, succeeding Alexander Djiku, who won the title during the 2022 edition.

The Ajax player won the accolade over Black Stars colleagues Joseph Paintsil and Salis Abdul Samed.

Medeama Sporting Club, the Ghana Premier League champions, swept the honors, led by head coach Evans Adotey and CEO Moses Armah.

The Mauves and Yellows also won the Male Team of the Year award.

Ernest Nuamah of FC Nordsjaelland won the Odartey Lamptey Future Star category, beating out Black Princesses captain Stella Nyamaekye and Princess Owusua.

Below is the list of Ghana Football Awards 2023 winner

Footballer of the Year

Mohammed Kudus – Ajax

Women’s Footballer of the Year

Blessing Shine Agbomdzi – ASFAR, Morocco

Men’s Coach of the Year

Evans Adotey – Medeama

Women’s Coach of the Year

Nana Joe Adarkwa – Ampem Darkoa Ladies

Odartey Lamptey Future Star Award

Ernest Nuamah – FC Nordsjaelland

Goalkeeper of the Year

Felix Kyei – Medeama

Home-based Footballer of the Year (Male)

Sampson Eduku -Tamale City

Home-based Footballer of the Year (Female)

Mary Amponsah – Ampem Darkoa Ladies

Ghana Premier League Goal King

Abednego Tetteh

Women’s Premier League Goal Queen

Princess Owusua – Fabulous Ladies

Goal of the Year

Serge-Eric Zeze – Asante Kotoko

Best Ghanaian Club CEO

Moses Parker – Medeama

Male Team of the Year

Medeama

Female Team of the Year

Ampem Darkoa Ladies

Best African International

Victor Osimhen – Napoli

Most Vibrant Club on Social Media

Asante Kotoko

Special Fan (s) of the Year

Die Hard Supporters Union

Thumbs Up Award

Robert Coleman

Living Legend Award

Alberta Sackey

Sir Sam Jonah

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