Category: Ghana Premier League

Hearts of Oak suspend captain Fatawu Mohammed & appoint Mohammed Alhassan as interim captain

The Phobians have officially announced the suspension of their skipper after reports emerged earlier that he had gone AWOL

Ghana Premier League champions Hearts of Oak have announced officially the suspension of captain Fatawu Mohammed following his decision to go AWOL from the club’s duties.

Fatawu, whose contract is near expiration, has been away from training for sometime now leading to the club opting to suspend him to serve as a deterrent to others.

In his absence, centre-back Mohammed Alhassan has been named as the interim captain and will lead the Phobians in their FA Cup and Premier League games.

“We wish to inform fans of the club and the general public that captain – Fatawu Mohammed has been suspended from the senior team for 2 weeks for violating the terms of his contract,” a club statement read.

“During the period of the suspension, he will be required to train with the junior team. In his absence, Mohammed Alhassan will act as captain
The player has been engaged and the implications of his actions and the reasons behind the punishment has been explained to him,” the statement added.

Hearts currently sit fifth on the Premier League log with 18 points and have a game in hand against rivals Asante Kotoko. It has been slated for February 20 at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Legon Cities 0-0 Bechem United: Wasteful Augustine Okrah denies Hunters first away win in the Capital City

The former Premier League topscorer could not make the numerous opportunities count as Bechem failed in their attempt to win their first away game of the season

Legon Cities shared the spoils goalless with Bechem United on matchday thirteen of Ghana Premier League at the El Wak Sports Stadium in Accra on Monday.

After failing to record a win in their previous two visits against Great Olympics and Hearts of Oak, Bechem were poised to rewrite the story this time around against Legon who have been struggling to grind results especially at home.

It was Bechem who had the first chance at goal when Augustine Okrah was released by Francis Twene early in the game but the former Asante Kotoko forward saw his feeble shot saved by Legon goalkeeper William Emmanuel Essu.

Bechem thought they have been awarded a penalty when Legon defender Mohammed Issaka appeared to have handled the ball inside his box but the referee insisted it was outside the box.

Okrah fluffed yet another opportunity to put Bechem ahead as his shot went straight to goalkeeper Essu.

Croster Obuor Adu teared away from his marker and created a chance for Legon by the 33rd minute but his final pass to his teammate to score was blocked by Bechem defender Osei Kuffour.

Okrah was played through once again after the break but the forward failed to beat onrushing goalkeeper Essu after coming one-on-one with him.

Late in the game, Twene out-muscled his marker on the left flank but the youngster could not locate his teammate for a tap in.

Bechem are still fifth on the log with 22 points, five points behind Asante Kotoko while Legon have now moved to 13th position with 14 points, one point above relegation zone.

“It was never a penalty,” Prosper Ogum reacts to Jones Akubiem’s controversial call against Kotoko

The Porcupine Warriors boss has added his voice to the controversial penalty that was awarded against his charges last weekend

Asante Kotoko coach Dr. Prosper Ogum Narteh has insisted that referee Jones Akubiem was wrong to have awarded a penalty against his side in the game with Berekum Chelsea at the Golden City Park on Saturday.

The Porcupine Warriors shared the spoils goalless with Chelsea but they had to rely on goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim to to salvage the point.

Very late in the game, referee Akubiem awarded a penalty to Chelsea after insisting that Kofi Owusu’s shot was blocked by Yussif Mubarik’s hand in the box.

However, Stephen Anokye Badu’s resulting kick from the spot was perfectly saved by Danlad.

“You [journalist] have said it that the ball hit the stomach so if you are telling me this, then it means my thoughts are right because you had the opportunity to watch the replay,” Ogum said after the game.

“So if you are telling me that the ball hit the stomach, then it means it was never a penalty. You are telling me so I’m basing on what you said,”

Ogum also heaped praise on Danlad and revealed that he spoke to the young shot-stopper before the penalty was taken.

“I was very confident. I you saw me, I called Danlad and spoke to him. I told him to keep his calm, watch the ball and pick his spot and that was exactly what he did to save the penalty. He was good and saved us from defeat,” he said.

Kotoko despite the stalemate with Chelsea are still leading the Premier League table with 27 points, three points above Aduana Stars who also shared the spoils 1-1 with Accra Lions.

Kotoko have one outstanding game against rivals Hearts of Oak and it has been scheduled for February 20 at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Hearts of Oak 4-1 Eleven Wonders: Phobians return to winning ways

The Phobians showed class as they returned to winning ways against the struggling Brong Ahafo region club on Sunday

Hearts of Oak defeated Eleven Wonders 4-1 on matchday thirteen of Ghana Premier League at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

After a narrow defeat against Medeama in midweek, the Phobians needed a reaction and they had it in a grand style.

Youngster Salim Adams shot Hearts ahead by the 19th minute with a thunderbolt from about 25 yards away.

The Phobians doubled their efforts after the break as they scored three quick goals to unsettle the visitors.

Kofi Kordzi doubled Hearts’ advantage by the 48th minute before he added another goal five minutes later from the spot after Daniel Afriyie Barnieh was brought down in the box.

On the 62nd minute, Hearts made it 4-0 through Barnieh after the midfielder connected a wonderful pass from Ibrahim Salifu and perfectly fired in.

With six minutes remaining, Wonders pulled one back from the spot through former Hearts defender Tetteh Nortey.

Although, Wonders pushed men forward in their attempt to further reduce the deficit, Hearts cleared their lines and held on to pick another vital three points.

Former Kotoko striker Boateng joins Al Hedood in Iraq until 2023

The bulky striker has signed a one-year deal with the Iraqi club and he is expected to bang in the goals for them in the new season

Former Asante Kotoko player Frederick Boateng popularly known as ‘Obinim Sticker’ has signed a one-year contract with Iraqi club, Al- Hedood FC, AshesGyamera can confirm.
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The 28-year-old forward sealed the deal through Super Football Management and Agency.

He was heavily linked with a move to Zambian giants Zesco United but opted to move to Iraq since he was promised an improved renumeration and playing time.

Boateng has also previously had stints with Division One League sides Inter Allies and Ebusua Dwarfs.

He joins former Hearts of Oak midfielder Emmanuel Nettey as the two Ghanaians to sign contracts with Iraqi clubs this month.

Check out Danlad Ibrahim’s penalty save at Berekum and his reaction

The young shot-stopper became the hero as the Porcupine Warriors picked a vital point at the Golden City Park

Asante Kotoko shared the spoils goalless with Berekum Chelsea on matchday thirteen of Ghana Premier League at the Golden City Park in Berekum on Saturday.

After defeating Aduana Stars and Ashanti Gold in the last two games, Kotoko were hoping to make it three wins out of three.

However, they had to rather fight for a point at death in the game as goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim had to save a late penalty.

Defender Yussif Mubarik was adjudged to have handled the ball in the box by referee Akubiem but defender Stephen Anokye Badu who stepped up to effect the resulting kick fluffed the opportunity.

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Kotoko, after 12 games lead the log with 27 points, four points above Aduana Stars who play on Sunday.

Berekum Chelsea 0-0 Asante Kotoko: Danlad Ibrahim’s late penalty save hands Porcupines priceless point

The Porcupine Warriors continued their unbeaten run after picking up a priceless point at the Golden City Park when all odds seemed to be against them

Asante Kotoko shared the spoils goalless with Berekum on matchday thirteen of Ghana Premier League at the Golden City Park in Berekum on Saturday.

After defeating Aduana Stars and Ashanti Gold in their two previous league games, Kotoko were hoping to make it three wins in a row.

Prosper Ogum Narteh made a single change in his squad as midfielder Richmond Lamptey was included in the starting line up after missing the game against Ashanti Gold due to suspension while Maxwell Agyemang returned from injury and was named on the bench.

Meanwhile, Chelsea named an unchanged side as the coach maintained the players that played against Medeama last weekend.

The first half was full of tension and lack of chances but Paul Attah Agyei was given an opportunity by the 18th minute, however, he could not guide his effort on goal.

Mbella Frank Thierry and Georges Mfegue combined to create an opening in Chelsea’s defence by the 35th minute but the danger was cleared by Stephen Anokye Badu.

After the break, Kotoko began to improve in the final third but failed to make count all the half chances that came their way.

On the 80th minute, substitute Kofi Owusu was awarded a controversial penalty by referee Jones Akubiem after Owusu’s shot was adjudged to have hit the hand of Kotoko defender.

However, Stephen Anokye Badu’s kick from the resulting penalty was perfectly saved by goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim.

Kotoko held on to pick one priceless point and have now amassed 27 points to still lead the log. They have one outstanding game against fierce rivals Hearts of Oak at the Accra Sports Stadium and it has been scheduled to take place on February 20.

Prosper Narteh visits long-time friend in Berekum who was involved in fatal accident ahead of Chelsea game

The Porcupine Warriors boss made time off his busy schedules to visit a long time friend in Berekum who was involved in an accident ahead of their game on Saturday

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh paid a visit to his long time friend Kofi Asomah in Berekum on Friday ahead of the Porcupine Warriors game against Berekum Chelsea at the Golden City Park on Saturday.

With Kotoko camping in Sunyani ahead of the game, Ogum made a short trip to Berekum with his personal assistant Asante Forkuo and returned in the evening.

Asomah, also known in the media circles as Qophi, works with Sunyani-based Suncity Radio as the head of sports.

He was involved in fatal accident a couple of days ago off the Dormaa Ahenkro-Berekum road as he was returning from a visit to Dormaa.

The car Qophi was in got burnt upon a head-on collision and although, he survived, he lost several personal belongings including mobile phones, money and other things.

“A Ford Transit was turning to his junction with a car in front of him, without looking forward to see if another car is coming or not, the driver just turned to collide with our taxi head on at a very close range,” Qophi told AshesGyamera.com

Prosper Ogum, who played Berekum Arsenal after his stints with Aduana Stars, has been a close friend of Qophi despite leaving Brong Ahafo region to continue with his education and career.

Qophi was full of praise after the visit and wished Ogum well as he leads Kotoko.

“I was surprised with the visit. He has been a friend since our early days but for him to drive to come and see me upon hearing my unfortunate incident gladding my heart,” Qophi said to AshesGyamera.com.

“We were close while he was playing for Berekum Arsenal but you know in this life, each has his or her own ambitions so we headed different directions at a point. I’m happy out paths have crossed once again.

“I wish him well as he is now leading one of the biggest clubs in the country and the continent at large. I pray that he will succeed so that Kotoko fans wi remember his name one day,” he added.

Kotoko top Ghana Premier League log with 26 points and are hoping to win their third game in a row after already dispatching Aduana Stars and Ashanti Gold.

Prosper Narteh includes Lamptey & co, Gama still out of Kotoko’s squad to face Chelsea in Berekum

The Porcupine Warriors boss has announced a 20-man squad that he wishes to use for the upcoming league fixture

Asante Kotoko head coach Prosper Ogum Narteh has named a 20-man squad for the Ghana Premier League matchday thirteen fixture against Berekum Chelsea at the Golden City Park in Berekum on Sunday.

Although, reports are rife that goalkeeper Razak Abalora is on his way out of the club to join Uefa Champions League side Sherif Tilarspol, the shot-stopper’s has been added to the traveling contingent and would only be dropped in the eleventh hour if plans about his travel to Europe changes.

Also, Richmond Lamptey who missed Kotoko’s home win over Ashanti Gold in the Ashanti derby last week due to accumulated yellow cards, has returned and he is part of the team.

Meanwhile, Brazilian midfielder Fabio Gama is yet to fully recover from the injury he sustained last month, so he will sit out of the game.

Kotoko lead the Ghana Premier League log with 26 points and have a game in hand against Hearts of Oak which has been scheduled for February.

Goalkeepers
Kwame Baah
Danlad Ibrahim
Razak Abalora

Defenders:
Christopher Nettey
Augustine Agyapong
Patrick Asmah
Imoro Ibrahim
Andrews Appau
Yussif Mubarik
Abdul Ganiyu Ismail
Maxwell Agyemang

Midfielders:
Richard Boadu
Mudasiru Salifu
Emmanuel Keyekeh
Richmond Lamptey
Sheriff Mohammed
Joseph Amoako
Stephen Amankonah
 
Strikers:
Georges Mfegue Omgba
Mbella Etouga Thiery
Samuel Boateng

King Faisal 0-2 Karela United: Former Kotoko striker Bashiru silences Alhaji Grusah’s men in Kumasi

The Inshallah Boys suffered their second defeat in a row as Karela punished them in front of their home fans

King Faisal’s home dominance came to an end on Friday following a 2-0 defeat against Karela United at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Friday.

After losing 2-0 last weekend against Eleven Wonders in Techiman, Amadu Nurudeen was hoping to guide his men back to winning ways but it proved fruitless.

 After an opening quarter hour mark where both sides struggled to create decent chances, Atta Kusi nearly shot Fiasal ahead by the 19th minute after his powerful was cleared off the line.

Three minutes later, Karela took the lead through Umar Bashiru against the run of play. The former Asante Kotoko striker connected a back heel pass from Samuel Atta Kumi and calmly slotted in his last ditch effort beyond the reach of goalkeeper Frank Boateng.

 Six minutes later, Ebenezer Ocran also came close to add another goal but his effort was saved.

After the break, Karela added another goal after they were able to soak the pressure from Faisal.

Samuel Atta Kumi was brought down in King Faisal box and Bashiru stepped up to slot home the resulting kick by the 61st minute.
 

The defeat has left Faisal in third position with 23 points while Karela have moved seventh with 17 points.