Senegal 0-2 Netherlands: African champions fail to glitter without Mane

The reigning African champions could not glitter in their first game of the Fifa World Cup and would have to at least pick four points in their next games to qualify

Senegal were defeated 2-0 but Netherlands in Group A fixture of 2022 Fifa World Cup ongoing in Qatar on Monday.

The African champions, who are without their talisman Sadio Mane due to injury, had a blistering start to the game as they caused troubles to their opponents.

However, two goals after the break from Gody Gakpo and David Klaassen helped Netherlands to snatch all the points at stake.

Senegal will now have to defeat Ecuador in their next game as well as Qatar in the final game to book their place out of the group

Watch Live: 2022 Fifa World Cup opening ceremony

The global football competition finally kicks of today and Qatar promises to showcase to the world a great form of culture and heritage

The opening ceremony of 2022 Fifa World Cup finally kicks off today in Doha, Qatar as 32 countries fight for global bragging rights.

The the event which is expected to be the best in recent years will see performances from several top musicians across the world.

AshesGyamera will bring you all the live feed and behind the scenes stories.

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Ghana have been pitted with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay in Group H.

RTU 2-1 Asante Kotoko: Abagna seals victory over Kotoko in Tamale [Watch all goals & offside claims]

The Giants of the North pipped Porcupine Warriors to pile pressure on Seydou Zerbo

Asante Kotoko failed to pick three points once again as they were pipped 2-1 by Real Tamale United at Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in Tamale on Saturday night.

After sharing the spoils 1-1 in midweek with Legon Cities at home, Kotoko came into the game with their eyes set on three points.

Fortunately, Cameroonian winger Georges Mfegue got the opening goal of the game for the visitors by the 43rd minute as they continued to pile pressure on their hosts.

Watch all the goals here

However, RTU pulled even after the break against the run of play. Issah Kuka slotted home from close range after a defensive break down.

Abagna added the winning goal on 63rd minute for RTU to set the stadium on fire.

Deep in additional time, RTU were saved by the wood work as Justice Blay’s header rattled the crossbar.

Kotoko sit third on the log with 14 points, two points behind leaders Aduana Stars who have a game in hand.

The rest of the games have been scheduled to take place on Sunday. The Premier League will then go on a break as 2022 Fifa World Cup begins in Qatar.

Ghana have been paired with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay and will play their first game against Portugal on Thursday November 24.

Dancing competition: Thomas Partey, Andre Ayew & others watch Salis Samed initiation dance in Qatar

The Black Stars held initiation dance for newcomers ahead of the start of 2022 Fifa World Cup

Ghana midfielder Abdul Samed Salis was wowed the remaining 25-players in Black Stars camp on Saturday when he finally had his initiation dance in Qatar.

Salis was handed a place in Otto Addo’s squad for 2022 Fifa World Cup and although he played against Switzerland in the friendly this week, he was finally initiated into the squad this weekend.

Other players like Kamal Sowah was also given the stage to exhibit his dancing skills to his teammates.

Ghana will play Portugal on opening day of Group H on Thursday before they face South Korea and Uruguay on November 28 and December 2 respectively.

Watch: Black Stars arrival in Qatar, hotel and supporters

The Black Stars finally touched down in Doha ahead of the start of 2022 Fifa World Cup which kicks off on Sunday

Ghana’s contingent arrived in Qatar on Friday evening ahead of the start of 2022 Fifa World Cup.

The Black Stars who have been pitted with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay in Group H touched down to a arousing welcome from Ghanaians living in Qatar and other locals as well as international journalists and observants.

Ghana will play their opening game in Group H against Portugal on Friday before they lock horns with South Korea and Uruguay on November 28 and December 2 respectively.

The Black Stars, regardless of their recent poor showings, remain one of the wild cards from Africa and many pundits believe they could qualify alongside Portugal from their group.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino hits back at western critics of Qatar 2022 as hypocrites

The world’s football governing body has lashed out to people especially those in Europe who have constantly criticized Qatar as hosts of Fifa World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino hit back at Western critics of Qatar’s human rights record at his opening press conference of the World Cup on Saturday, blasting their “hypocrisy”.

The build-up to the tournament in the Gulf state, which starts on Sunday, has been dominated by concerns over Qatar’s treatment of migrant workers, women and the LGBTQ community.

More to follow… Bein Sports

LIVE: Ghana vs Switzerland (WATCH)

The Phobians’ youngster has been handed a starting role as the Black Stars play their last game before the World Cup kicks off

Ghana coach Otto Addo has named Hearts of Oak youngster Daniel Afriyie Barnieh in the starting line up as Black Stars play Switzerland in a friendly ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup to be staged in Qatar.

The 21-year-old is expected to start upfront alongside Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams in search of goals.

Meanwhile, goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi starts in post ahead of Manaf Nurudeen and Danlad Ibrahim while Andre Ayew and his younger brother Jordan Ayew also start.

Afriyie Barnieh starts as Black Stars face Switzerland in friendly ahead of World Cup

The youngster has been handed a starting role as the Black Stars play their last game before the World Cup kicks off

Ghana coach Otto Addo has named Hearts of Oak youngster Daniel Afriyie Barnieh in the starting line up as Black Stars play Switzerland in a friendly ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup to be staged in Qatar.

The 21-year-old is expected to start upfront alongside Athletic Bilbao striker Inaki Williams in search of goals.

Meanwhile, goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi starts in post ahead of Manaf Nurudeen and Danlad Ibrahim while Andre Ayew and his younger brother Jordan Ayew also start.

Ghana will play their first game at the World Cup against Portugal on November 24 before they face South Korea four days later.

Kotoko’s Danlad Ibrahim to leave Ghana for Fifa World Cup after Jojo Wolocott injury

The young shot stopper has been handed a late call up as injuries hit Black Stars camp ahead of World Cup

Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim will leave Ghana tonight to join the Black Stars ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup baring any last minute changes.

The youngster was handed a late call up to join the team after first choice goalkeeper Jojo Wollocot and Richard Ofori were confirmed of injuries which will likely rule them out of the World Cup.

Danlad has been rising through the ranks of Ghana’s national team from U17 and is now the first choice for Black Galaxies, helping them to secure qualification for 2023 Championship of African Nations.

He is likely to become the second Ghana Premier League star to make the squad after Hearts of Oak midfielder Afriyie Barnieh

Ghana have been paired with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay in Group H at the World Cup. They will play their first game against Portugal on November 24 before facing Korea four days later and wrap up the group stage with Uruguay on December 2 in a repeat of 2010 quarterfinals game.

Ghana coach to announce Black Stars squad on Monday; check those who’ll make it

The Black Stars’ final squad to represent the country at the Fifa World Cup will made official on Monday

Ghana coach Otto Addo will made public the final 26-man squad that will play at 2022 Fifa World Cup on Monday in Accra.

Players like Joseph Paintsil and Jeffrey Schlupp of Crystal Palace are rumoured to have been dropped from the provisional squad as well as Spezia Calcio midfielder Emmanuel Gyasi.

The Black Stars have been paired with Portugal, South Korea and Uruguay in Group H and will play their opening game on November 24 against Portugal.

LEAKED LIST FOR WORLD CUP

Goalkeepers: JoJo Wollacott, Richard Ofori, Manaf Nurudeen

Defenders: Tariq Lamptey, Denis Odoi, Jeffery Schlupp/Baba Rahman, Alidu Seidu, Alexander Djiku, Mohammed Salisu, Gideon Mensah, Daniel Amartey, Joseph Aidoo

Midfielders: Thomas Partey, Baba Iddrisu, Elisha Owusu, Andre Ayew, Daniel Kofi Kyereh, Mohammed Kudus, Salis Abdul Samed, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh, Kamaldeen Sulemana, Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer, Joseph Paintsil/Fatawu Issahaku, Osman Bukari, Kamal Sowah

Strikers: Iñaki WilliamsJordan Ayew