The Phobians have named the former Porcupine Warriors assistant coach as the club’s new assistant as they work to bring on board new head coach
Former Asante Kotoko assistant coach David Ocloo joins rivals Hearts of Oak after leaving the Kumasi-based club few weeks ago.
The 38-year-old left Kotoko when his former boss Prosper Ogum Narteh(Dr) opted to resign from his position due to disagreement with the club’s top hierarchy.
Reports are rife in the local media that Ogum may also join Hearts following the Phobians decision to sack Samuel Boadu.
Hearts are in a dire need of a coach as the club are without a win after three games this season
The much-awaited Division One League kicked off over the weekend across the country with interesting results coming afterwards
Ghana Division One League kicked off this weekend across the country as clubs began their search for qualification to play in Premier League next season.
In Zone 1, Bofoakwa Tano pipped Baffour Soccer Academy 1-0 at Coronation Park in Sunyani thanks to Junior Alipio’s volley.
Other results included:
Arsenal 1-2 Mighty Royals Steadfast 3-0 Wa Suntaa Wa Yasin 1-0 Kase Na-Kana FC B.A UTD 1-1 Nkoranza Warriors Debibi 2-1 XI Wonders Maana 1-0 Kunbung
In Zone Two, Asamoah Boateng’s brace and another goal from Suraj Seidu helped Nations FC to beat Swedru All Blacks 3-1 at home in DOL Zone 2 on Sunday.
In Zone 3, Liberty Professionals shrugged off their disappointment of failing to qualify to Premier League last season as they picked a 2-1 away win over Golden Kicks.
Also, Vision FC pipped Mighty Jets 2-1 while Tema Youth were shocked by Na God FC in a 1-0 defeat.
Other scorelines: Volta Rangers 2-1 Akasti All Stars Uncle T 1-1 Koforidua Semper FC Krystal Palace 2-0 Susubiribi Attram De Visser 1-1 A5 Rences
The Porcupine Warriors shrugged off last weekend’s disappointing results in the Super Clash as they returned to winning ways over the debutants
Asante Kotoko pipped debutants Nsoatreman FC 2-1 in Ghana Premier League matchday one outstanding fixture at Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Wednesday.
Stephen Amankona celebrating his goal
After failing to win any of their last two games in all competitions, including the 1-1 stalemate against fierce rivals Hearts of Oak, Kotoko bounced back to winning ways.
Stephen Amankona opened the scoring for Kotoko in the first half from a spot kick after he was brought down in Nsoatreman’s box.
Watch Stephen Amankona's opening goal for Asante Kotoko as they lead Nsoatreman FC in Ghana Premier League matchday one fixture at Baba Yara Sports Stadium pic.twitter.com/RRQZH8zmlY
— Evans Gyamera-Antwi (ASHES)🇬🇠(@ashesgyamera) September 28, 2022
After the break, Kotoko doubled their lead through Isaac Oppong. The youngster combined with Ugandan striker Steven Mukwala and calmly slotted the ball past onrushing Nsoatreman goalkeeper.
However, Nsoatreman pulled one back against the run of play few minutes later through Philip Ofori. A corner kick from Baba Mahama was met by Ofori and and the header was cannoned by goal post.
Despite Nsoatreman pushing me forward for the equaliser late in the game, Kotoko remained resolute at the back and held on to pick their first win of the league season.
Kotoko, who now have four points after two games, will play city rivals King Faisal as visitors on Sunday at Baba Yara Sports Stadium and also have a game in hand against Bechem United.
Meanwhile, Nsoatreman welcome Karela United to Twumasikrom in Nsoatre.
The Black Stars play their second friendly tonight and a lot of changes have been made by head coach Otto Addo
Ghana coach Otto Addo has named a relatively new side to face Nicaragua after the shambolic performance in the 3-0 defeat against Brazil last week.
Captain Andre Ayew and his brother Jordan have been dropped to the substitute bench while Inaki Williams and Salisu Mohammed start for the first time in Ghana jersey.
However, Kudus Mohammed was maintained in midfield and he will play alongside Daniel Kofi Kyereh, Osman Bukari and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku.
Ghana XI vs Nicaragua:
Richard Ofori, Seidu Alidu, Gideon Mensah, Daniel Amartey, Mohammed Salisu, Baba Iddrisu, Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, Mohammed Kudus, Osman Bukari, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Iñaki Williams
The Black Stars play their second friendly tonight and a lot of changes have been made by head coach Otto Addo
Ghana coach Otto Addo has named a relatively new side to face Nicaragua after the shambolic performance in the 3-0 defeat against Brazil last week.
Captain Andre Ayew and his brother Jordan have been dropped to the substitute bench while Inaki Williams and Salisu Mohammed start for the first time in Ghana jersey.
However, Kudus Mohammed was maintained in midfield and he will play alongside Daniel Kofi Kyereh, Osman Bukari and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku.
Ghana XI vs Nicaragua:
Richard Ofori, Seidu Alidu, Gideon Mensah, Daniel Amartey, Mohammed Salisu, Baba Iddrisu, Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, Mohammed Kudus, Osman Bukari, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, Iñaki Williams
The Porcupine Warriors failed to record a win in their first game of the Premier League season at home
Asante Kotoko shared the spoils 1-1 with bitterest rivals Hearts of Oak on matchday three of Ghana Premier League at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi on Sunday.
Kotoko came into the game on the back of a disappointing performance in Caf Champions League as they were eliminated by Burkina Faso champions RC Kadiogo.
Despite coming close on several occasions to break the deadlock against Hearts, goalkeeper Richmond Ayi was always available to save the Phobians.
However, Kotoko finally found a breach in Hearts’ defence to open the scoring after the break. Defender Yussif Mubarik shot Kotoko into the lead by the 57th minute from a rebound after Ayi’s initial save from a free-kick.
Kotoko appealed for a penalty on two different occasions after Steven Mukwala appeared to have been brought down in the box but referee Yao Bless did not award any.
Hearts drew level on 87th minute through defender Caleb Amankwah. The lanky centre-back connected a free-kick which went past goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim. Although, Kotoko appealed for offside and wanted the goal to be overturned, the referee awarded it to Hearts.
The country’s football governing body chief arrived at the camp of the Black Stars as they fine tune to face Brazil on Friday
Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku touched down at the camp of the Black Stars in Le Havre as they prepare to face Brazil in an international friendly on Friday.
The Black Stars began their preparations on Monday with twelve players but all the players have reported finally.
Ghana FA president Kurt Okraku visits Black Stars camp in France ahead of Friday's game against Brazil.
The two countries are using this game to prepare for 2022 Fifa World Cup which will be staged in Qatar between November and December pic.twitter.com/mNR3aEow8H
— Evans Gyamera-Antwi (ASHES)🇬🇠(@ashesgyamera) September 21, 2022
Ghana have been paired in Group H at the World Cup with Portugal South Korea and Uruguay.
Adari will be assisted by countrymen Emmanuel Dolagbanu and Roland Nii Doodo Addy on the lines while Kwame Benjamin Sefah takes up the role of fourth referee.
Rene Williams Sere from Cote D’Ivoire has been appointed to act as the match commissioner of the game while Niger’s Assana Baraze plays the role of COVID-19 officer.
The Ghanaian contingent are expected to leave the country on Friday and arrive at the match venue latest by Saturday.
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