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GFA boss hosts Samuel Eto’o, Supreme Committee Delegation

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GFA boss hosts Samuel Eto’o, Supreme Committee Delegation

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku has hosted Qatar Legacy Ambassador Samuel Eto’o and the Supreme Committee and Legacy delegation at the headquarters of the GFA in Accra.

The meeting was to welcome the African legend to Ghana and to discuss plans for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. In the meeting was Nana Sarfo Oduro and Frederick Acheampong – Executive Council Members. Others included Alexander Asante – Deputy General Secretary, Dr. Kwame Baah Nuako – Chairman of the Club Licensing Board and Henry Asante Twum – Director of Communications.

Prior to visiting Ghana, Samuel Etoo and the Supreme Committee delegation visited Cameroon and Senegal to engage with the Football Federations, football supporters and media.

This fan tour presents an opportunity to engage the passionate, vibrant African fans, who have been steadfast in their support of Qatar and celebrate the uniqueness of the First Arab World Cup.

Samuel Eto’o is a well-known, well respected continental hero and a former player, his presence celebrates Africa, African teams and their fans and creates a narrative linking Africa to the tournament and Qatar as host.

Local fans and media representatives are being updated on the unique Qatar 2022 hosting concept, tournament readiness, accommodation, Hayya (fan ID), fan-experience and other relevant topics.

President Simeon-Okraku later presented a Black Stars replica jersey to his colleague.

Source: GFA

EXPLAINED: Why Franck Mbella has not featured in Asante Kotoko pre-season friendlies

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EXPLAINED: Why Franck Mbella has not featured in Asante Kotoko pre-season friendlies

The first vice chairman of Kotoko’s National Circles Council, Nana Kwame Dankwah has revealed why Asante Kotoko star striker, Franck Mbella Etouga did not play against Ghana Army FC.

The club’s topscorer last season has been out from the team’s pre-season friendlies because of his health status.

Nana Kwame Dankwah reveals that the striker was rushed to hospital on Friday when Kotoko defeated lower division side Ghana Army FC 4-0 in a pre-season friendly on Friday morning.

During a Twitter Space on Saturday morning Dankwah said: “Mbella Etouga and Mfegue are still at the club and part of the team for the new season. They did not dress in the game against Panthers FC but Mfegue dressed just that the coach opted to rest him,”

“In the game against Army FC, I arrived at the venue late and when I asked of Mbella, I was told he has been sent to the hospital in a car. He was not feeling well that is why he did not play in that game,” he added.

However, footy.ghpush.com/ can confirm that Etouga has been discharged from the hospital and is currently with the team at their hotel in East Legon.

King Faisal unveil their new home and away kits for the 2022/23 season

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King Faisal unveil their new home and away kits for the 2022/23 season

King Faisal today has officially launched their new home and away kits for the 2022/23 season.

The club made the official announcement on its official social media platform on Friday.

The club’s statement reads: “Introducing our new iGimel Sports wear home and away jerseys for 2022/23 season”

The Insha Allah lads will begin their 2022/23 betPawa league campaign on the road against Berekum Chelsea.

Their first home game will be against Aduana Stars on match day two.

King Faisal began their preseason preparations on the 25th of July, the club is yet to announce dates and venues for its preseason games.

The Kumasi-based club will be kitted by UK-based sportswear manufacturer iGimel.

Below are the home and away kits:

The betPawa sponsorship is not for the Ghana Premier League – Karela United CEO

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The betPawa sponsorship is not for the Ghana Premier League – Karela United CEO

Chief Executive Officer of Karela United, Elloeny Amande has been left fuming over the distribution of the GPL sponsorship to the clubs.

The Karela United boss in an interview following a meeting between the Ghana Football Association hierarchy and premier league clubs described the sponsorship as “not for the league.”

“How much are we [the clubs] getting? How much are we taking from these transactions? Are we going to take all of these monies that come, and put it into administrative cost at the federation level? How do the clubs survive? How do the clubs move forward?”

“There was opposition, we raised our opposition. We told the [GFA] President and his team what we thought should be done but obviously I am not the decision-maker. I can only make my point…I don’t think this sponsorship is for the league. If it were for the league, the bulk of it would be going to the clubs,” he told Asempa FM.

BetPawa signed a three-year deal worth $6 million to be the league’s headline sponsor, but information from the recent meeting suggests that the clubs together will not earn a third of the sponsorship.

As it stands now, the GFA will spend a million dollars on league promotion and marketing, $245,000 and $300,000 on administration and construction of the mini stadium.

The league clubs will receive $455,000, meaning every club will earn $25,278 from the BetPawa sponsorship.

Source:Presssportsgh.com

OFFICIAL: Hearts Of Oak announce signing of midfielder Eric Esso

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OFFICIAL: Hearts Of Oak announce signing of midfielder Eric Esso

Ghanaian giants Hearts of Oak have announced the acquisition of Ashantigold midfielder Eric Esso .

The midfielder signed a three-year deal to join the Phobians ahead of the 2022/23 season.

“We are happy to announce the signing of our latest addition to the Phobia squad. Welcome, Eric Esso,” wrote the club on Twitter.

Esso who was among the players to have been sanctioned by the Ghana FA Disciplinary Committee following their involvement in the match-fixing scandal involving Ashantigold SC and Inter Allies.

The center-midfielder has been granted some relief after a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) granted stay for the players involved in the match-fixing scandal.

The Ashantigold SC captain arrived in Accra on Friday and completed his move to the FA Champions on Saturday.

Asante Kotoko to play Al Hilal of Sudan in a friendly

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Asante Kotoko to play Al Hilal of Sudan in a friendly

Asante Kotoko will face Sudanese champions Al Hilal SC in a friendly on  Tuesday, August 23, 2022 in a friendly ahead of the 2022/23 season.

The Porcupine Warriors have been preparing in Accra ahead of the new season.

They were scheduled to travel to Turkey for the second phase of their preseason but are still in Ghana due to visa issues.

With barely three weeks to the start of the new Premier League season, and the preliminary round matches in the Caf competitions, it looks quite possible that Kotoko may completely abandon their journey to Turkey as they have lined up an international friendly against Hilal.

The game will be played at 7pm.

Interim coach Abdul Gazeli will have the opportunity to assess his players against a crack side.

Al Hilal announced the scrimmage on their social media pages and it will be played at the Al Hilal Stadium.

Both teams will represent their respective country in the 2022/23 Caf Champions League scheduled to commence next month.

Kotoko are expected to leave Ghana on Monday, according to our sources.

Manchester United confirm agreement with Real Madrid to sign Casemiro

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Manchester United confirm agreement with Real Madrid to sign Casemiro

Manchester United has announced reaching an agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro.

The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical.

The club statement read, “Manchester United is delighted to announce that the club has reached agreement with Real Madrid for the transfer of Casemiro.

The transfer is subject to the agreement of personal terms, UK visa requirements and a medical. Casemiro has played over 500 professional games, including 63 at international level for his native Brazil. He has won 17 major honours in his illustrious career including five Champions League titles and the Copa America.

We all look forward to welcoming Casemiro to Old Trafford.”

Asante Kotoko officially announce signing Enoch Morrison

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Asante Kotoko officially announce signing Enoch Morrison

Ghana Premier League champions Asante Kotoko have completed the acquisition of Enoch Morrison on a free transfer.

The 22-year-old has penned a three-year deal with the Porcupine Warriors after ending his spell with city rivals King Faisal FC.

King Faisal was instrumental for King Morrison as he helped them beat the drop.

He managed to score seven goals and provide two assists in his 21 outings for King Faisal during the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League season.

Morrison becomes the eighth signing of Asante Kotoko in the ongoing transfer window after Frederick Asare, Moise Pouaty, Thomas Pele, Eric Serge Zeze, Ernest Osei Poku, Nicholas Osei Bonsu and Steven Mukwala.

Otto Addo to release Black Stars squad next month

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Otto Addo to release Black Stars squad next month

Ghana head coach Otto Addo will be releasing his squad for the upcoming international break early next month as the Black Stars engage in pre-World Cup friendlies.

The Black Stars will tackle five-time World champions Brazil in an enthralling international friendly on Friday, September 23, 2022.

The venue of the encounter has not been communicated but our outfit gathers that the match will take place in Europe.

Addo will definitely be excited about the opportunity to test his team against the South American giants as he continues to prepare for the World Cup in Qatar later this year.

The ex-Ghana midfielder is expected to announce his squad for the crucial international friendly in the middle of September.

Southampton defender Mohammed Salisu is expected to make the Black Stars squad for the first time to face Brazil after confirming his readiness to represent Ghana weeks ago.

Former England youth player Tariq Lamptey who recently switched international allegiance to represent Ghana will be listed for the encounter.

Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams and Germany-born trio Stephan Kofi Ambrosius, Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer and Patric Pfeiffer are also tipped to be named by Addo for the first time after announcing their decisions to play for the West African country.

Arsenal star Thomas Partey will be returning to the Ghana team to face the Seleçao having missed the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers in June.

Everton in advanced talks to sign Ajax star Mohammed Kudus

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Everton in advanced talks to sign Ajax star Mohammed Kudus

Everton are in advanced talks to sign Ajax attacker Mohammed Kudus, sources have told Football Insider.


The Merseysiders are close to a breakthrough in their pursuit of the 22-year-old following negotiations on Friday.

Everton are in the market for attacking reinforcements having lost Richarlison to Tottenham and while Chelsea try to sign Anthony Gordon.

Kudus is rated as a top talent at Ajax but has struggled to hold down a regular spot in the starting XI.

The Ghana international has started Ajax’s opening two games this season on the bench and they have indicated they are willing to let him go ahead of the 31 August transfer cut-off.


Kudus joined Ajax in the summer of 2020 and has now made 45 total appearances for the club.

Six goals have come in those outings though only one of them came during the 2021-22 campaign.


The attcker is a full Ghana international having made 16 appearances for his country.

Five goals have also come during his international career.

Everton remain winless in the 2022-23 Premier League and have only scored one goal this season, courtesy of Lucas Digne putting through his own net during their game with Aston Villa on Saturday (13 August).

Source: FootballInsider247.com

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