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AFCON qualifiers: Angola coach vows to upset Black Stars

AFCON qualifiers: Angola coach vows to upset Black Stars

Angola coach Pedro Goncalves is upbeat ahead of their matchup against Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers for 2023. Angola failed to qualify for the 2021 AFCON in Cameroon after exiting the group stage in 2019. They now face the difficult task to re-enter the competition. The Palancas Negras will travel to Ghana...

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Besiktas fans throw toys on to pitch for children affected by Turkey earthquake

Besiktas fans throw toys on to pitch for children affected by Turkey earthquake

Besiktas supporters threw thousands of soft toys on to the pitch during the match against Antalyaspor to donate to children affected by the earthquakes. The match was paused after four minutes 17 seconds, representing the time the first earthquake struck Turkey and Syria at 04:17 on 6 February. The fans then began throwing the toys,...

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One week observation for Christian Atsu set for March 4

One week observation for Christian Atsu set for March 4

The one-week observation in memory of departed Ghanaian international Christian Atsu is set for Saturday, March 4 2023. Atsu tragically passed away in the earthquake that struck Turkey earlier this month, leaving the football world in shock. During the one-week observation, the family is expected to announce the funeral date for the late footballer. Atsu...

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2023 African Games in Ghana postponed to 2024

2023 African Games in Ghana postponed to 2024

Ghana’s hosting of the 2023 African Games has been postponed to 2024 after all major stakeholders of the competition reached an agreement. This was announced by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) at a press conference held at the Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday. The 13th edition of the African Games was to be hosted in Ghana in...

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Dutch legend rates Mohammed Kudus higher than Antony

Dutch legend rates Mohammed Kudus higher than Antony

Dutch football legend Marco van Basten has rated Mohammed Kudus higher than Manchester United’s Brazilian winger Antony. Van Basten’s comments come as Antony has struggled to find his form since his €100 million transfer from Ajax to United in the summer, scoring only four goals in as many appearances. On the other hand, Kudus has...

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Christian Atsu’s faith and good deeds touched countless lives beyond football

Christian Atsu’s faith and good deeds touched countless lives beyond football

Christian Atsu could not have had a more appropriate name. The former Ghana winger, whose body has been found beneath the rubble left by the recent earthquakes in Turkey, was a true Christian in every sense of the word. Atsu’s extensive charity work and numerous good deeds touched countless lives, transforming many for the better along his...

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Essien never gets the credit he deserves – Mikel Obi

Essien never gets the credit he deserves – Mikel Obi

Ex-Chelsea player Michael Essien has been praised by his former teammate John Obi Mikel for his hard work during his playing days. Both players were assigned midfield and defensive roles when they played together between 2006 and 2014 at Chelsea and John Obi Mikel admits that the former Black Stars player’s efforts were less recognised....

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Christian Atsu’s shoes found in rubble – Agent

Christian Atsu’s shoes found in rubble – Agent

Christian Atsu has yet to be found after last week’s earthquake in Turkey, according to his agent. While two pairs of Atsu’s shoes were found in the rubble, the player himself remains missing as the search for him continues. The Ghana international was declared missing following the 7.8 magnitude quake that hit Turkey and Syria...

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Kudus Mohammed continues impressive form for Ajax

Kudus Mohammed continues impressive form for Ajax

Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus scored in Ajax’s 3-1 win over the weekend continuing his blistering form this season for club and country. The Dutch champions came from behind in their Eredivisie tie against RKC Waalwijk to win 3-1. The 23 year old slotted in the final goal of the game with a calm finish as...