Breaking News: Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey banned for two & half years for match fixing

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Breaking News: Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey banned for two & half years for match fixing

The talented midfielder has seen his football hit a snag following his involvement in match fixing scandal at his former club

Asante Kotoko midfielder Richmond Lamptey has been banned by Ghana Football Association for two and half years following his involvement in match fixing scandal while at his former club Inter Allies.

During the 2020/21 Ghana Premier League season, Inter Allies lost 7-0 to Ashanti Gold on final day as the club went on relegation. However, it was later revealed that the match was fixed as the two clubs decided on a correct scoreline of 5-1 only for Allies captain Hashmin Musa to score two own goals to destroy everything.

Richmond Lamptey played in that game and although he recently joined Asante Kotoko as a free agent, Ghana FA has found him guilty of playing part in the scheme of work during the scandal.

“On 17th July 2021, Ashantigold SC played Inter Allies FC in the 2020/21
Ghana Premier League match day 34 game at the Obuasi Len Clay
Stadium. After the match, there were several reports within the local and
international football space that the match was fixed to fulfill a correct scoreof 5 goals to 1 in favor of Ashantigold SC. The match eventually ended in 7 goals to 0 against Inter Allies FC,” a Ghana FA statement read.

“A video extract of the match circulated on various social media platforms
showing a player of Inter Allies FC scoring two own goals. The video also
showed a lackluster attitude of players on the field of play.

Sportradar, a Swiss based international company‟s fraud detection system,
a unique service that identifies betting related manipulation in sports
globally for a huge number of leagues through its vast amounts of data
reported that there was strong pre match betting and telltale signs of fraud
on the said match.

The GFA investigated the matter and in accordance with Article 34(5) of the
GFA Premier League Regulations referred Inter Allies FC to the
Disciplinary Committee.

CHARGES
Inter Allies FC was charged on two counts.

Count one. The Club was charged for a breach of Article 34(5)(a) of the
Premier League Regulations (2019) for instigating, commanding, and counselling its players to play a fixed match or match of convenience
between Ashantigold SC and Inter Allies FC to achieve a result in favor of
Ashantigold SC, an act which the club knew or ought to have known at the
time of engaging in it to be contrary to the Premier League Regulations of
the Ghana Football Association.

Count two. The Club was charged for a breach of Article 34(6)(d) of the
GFA Premier League Regulations, (2019) that both teams did act together
with a common purpose to manipulate the match to achieve a desired
result, an act which brought the game of football into disrepute.

The following players and officials of Inter Allies FC were charged for
breaching Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA Premier League Regulations.

PLAYERS CHARGED
Players charged on one count for breaching Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA
Premier league regulations(2019):

Player Name
Jersey Number
Mohammed Zakari
10
Richard Acquaah
27
Shaibu Taufiq
9
Felix Abuska
29

Players charged on two counts for breaching Article 34(6)(d) of the GFA
Premier league regulations,2019 and Article 26(1) & (2) of the GFA Code of Ethics,2019.

Player Name
Jersey Number
Richmond Lamptey
8
Fard Ibrahim
3

Player charged on four counts for breaching Article 34(12), Article 34(5)(a),
Article 34(6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations,2019, Article 11(2)(d) of the
GFA Disciplinary Code.

Hashmin Musah – Player number 5 of Inter Allies FC

Players who did not appear before the Committee
Player Name
Jersey Number
Alex Aso
2
Abdul Kadir Mohammed
12
Isah Ali
13
Sunday Henry Kalu
37
Andy Okpe
45
Kingsley Fidelis Kuku
36
Danso Wiredu Mensah
40
Officials charged on two counts for breaching Article 11(2)(d) of the
GFA Disciplinary Code,2019 and Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA Premier league
regulations.
Adjetey Reuben – Team Manager
Boye Joseph Markwei – Goalkeepers trainer
Felix Aboagye – Head Coach

GHANA FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION LAWS

Article 34(5)(a) Premier League Regulations,2019, states:
any GFA or club official or club, or player or participant of a match who instigates, commands counsels solicits, procures, or in any manner purposely aids facilitates encourages or promotes the playing the playing of a fixed match or a match of convenience involving his club or involving other clubs, the result of which may in one way or the other affect his club, commits a grievous offence and the offender shall be referred to
the Disciplinary Committee for appropriate sanctions.
Article 34(5)(b) Premier League Regulations,2019, states:
for the avoidance of doubt it shall be a misconduct for any club,
club official or a player or any p

Ashanti Gold president Kwaku Frimpong threatens to expose GFA after ten-year ban for match fixing

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Ashanti Gold president Kwaku Frimpong threatens to expose GFA after ten-year ban for match fixing

The Ashanti Gold chiefs have been handed a ten-year ban each following their involvement in match fixing scandal last season

Ashanti Gold president Kwaku Frimpong and chief executive officer Emmanuel Frimpong has been banned ten years each from football by Ghana FA following their involvement in a match fixing scandal.

Last season, Ashanti Gold thrashed Inter Allies 7-0 with defender Hasmin Musa scoring two own goals in the process.

After the game, Musa revealed that he scored the own goals to destroy a correct scoreline that was arranged ahead of kick off.

Although, Kwaku Frimpong and his son Emmanuel Frimpong initially rejected accusations of their involvement in the match fixing scandal, several evidences have been retrieved including phone calls and exchange of money.

Dr. Kwaku Frimpong, President of Ashantigold SC was charged for breaching Article 27(1)(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics 2019; Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code, 2019, and Article 34(5)(a)(b) of the GFA Premier League Regulations 2019.

Emmanuel Frimpong, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ashantigold SC was
charged for breaching Article 27(1)(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics 2019; Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code 2019 and Article 34(5)(a)(b) of the GFA Premier League Regulations 2019.

Article 34(5)(a) Premier League Regulations, 2019 states:
“any GFA or club official or club, or player or participant of a match who instigates, commands counsels solicits, procures, or in any manner purposely aids, facilitates, encourages or promotes the playing of a fixed match or a match of convenience involving his club or involving other clubs, the result of which may in one way or the other affect his club, commits a grievous offence and the offender shall be referred to the Disciplinary Committee for appropriate sanctions”.

Article 34(5)(b) Premier League Regulations,2019, states:
“for the avoidance of doubt it shall be a misconduct for any club, club official or a player or any participant of a match to offer or to attempt to offer either directly or indirectly any consideration whatsoever to another club, or a player or to any match official, with a view to
influencing the results of any match for any club to play a match in a
non competitive spirit for the purpose of this rule the determination of
the competitiveness or otherwise of a match shall be done by the GFA
Disciplinary Committee or Ethics Committee”.


Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code, 2019 states:
“anyone who directly or indirectly by an act or omission unlawfully
influences or manipulates the course, results or any other aspect of a
match or competition or conspires or attempts to do so by any means
shall be sanctioned with a minimum 5 year ban on taking part in any
football related activity as well as a fine of at least ghc100,000. In
serious cases a longer ban period, including a potential lifetime ban on
taking part in any football related activity shall be imposed”.


Article 27(1) of the GFA Code of Ethics, 2019 states:
“Persons bound by this Code shall not accept, give, offer, promise,
receive, request or solicit any personal or undue pecuniary or other
advantage in order to obtain or retain business or any other improper
advantage to or from anyone within or outside GFA. Such acts are
prohibited regardless of whether carried out directly or indirectly through, or in conjunction with, third parties. In particular, persons bound by this Code shall not accept, give, offer, promise, receive, request or solicit any personal or undue pecuniary or other advantage for the execution or omission of an act that is related to their official activities and is contrary to their duties or falls within their discretion”.

Article 27(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics, 2019 states:
“persons bound by this code shall refrain from any activity or behavior that might give rise to the appearance or suspicion of a breach of this article”

Meanwhile, reports suggest that Kwaku Frimpong is speaking to his lawyers and advisers after the ruling and could hit back in a grand style.

It is reported that he could mention other top officials who are hugely involved in match fixing that he believes Ghana FA are only trying to protect.

Breaking News: Ashanti Gold demoted to Division Two; Club President, CEO & Players banned

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Breaking News: Ashanti Gold demoted to Division Two; Club President, CEO & Players banned

The Miners have been demoted following their involvement in match fixing scandals

Ghana Football Association has found Ashanti Gold guilty of playing match of convenience against Inter Allies during 2020/21 Ghana Premier League season

BRIEF FACTS
On 17th July 2021, Ashantigold SC played Inter Allies FC in the 2020/21 Ghana
Premier League Matchday 34 game at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium. After the
match, there were several reports within the local and international football space that the match was fixed to fulfill a correct score of 5 goals to 1 in favor of
Ashantigold SC.

The match eventually ended in 7 goals to 0 against Inter Allies FC.

A video extract of the match circulated on various social media platforms showing a
player of Inter Allies FC scoring two own goals and also showed a lackluster attitude
of players on the field of play.
Sportradar, a Swiss based international company‟s fraud detection system, a unique
service that identifies betting related manipulation in sports globally for a number of
leagues through its vast amounts of data, reported that there was strong pre match
betting and telltale signs of fraud on the said match.
The GFA Compliance & Integrity Office together with the GFA Prosecutors
investigated the matter and in accordance with Article 34(5) of the GFA Premier
League Regulations preferred charges against the two clubs and referred
Ashantigold SC to the Disciplinary Committee.
CHARGES
Ashantigold SC was charged on three counts.

Count One
The Club was charged for a breach of Article 34(5)(a) of the Ghana Premier League Regulations (2019) for instigating, commanding, and counselling its players to play a fixed match or match of convenience between Ashantigold SC and Inter Allies FC to achieve a result in favor of Ashantigold SC, an act which the club knew or ought to have known at the time of engaging in it to be contrary to the Premier League Regulations of the Ghana Football Association
Count Two The Club was charged for a breach of Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code (2019).

That the President and Chief Executive Officer made several calls to one, Emmanuel Nii Amoah to assist the Club to manipulate the match against Inter Allies FC to achieve their desired results, an act which has brought the game of football into disrepute.

Count Three
The Club was charged for a breach of Article 34(6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations, (2019). That both teams did act together with a common purpose to manipulate the match to achieve a desired result, an act which brought the game of football into disrepute.

CLUB OFFICIALS CHARGED
Dr. Kwaku Frimpong, President of Ashantigold SC was charged for breaching Article 27(1)(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics 2019; Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary
Code, 2019, and Article 34(5)(a)(b) of the GFA Premier League Regulations 2019.

Emmanuel Frimpong, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ashantigold SC was charged for breaching Article 27(1)(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics 2019; Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code 2019 and Article 34(5)(a)(b) of the GFA Premier League Regulations 2019.

PLAYERS AND TEAM OFFICIALS CHARGED
The following players and officials of Ashantigold SC were charged for breaching
Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA Premier League Regulations:

Player Name
Jersey Number
Stephen Owusu Banahene
4
Dacosta Ampem 7
Frank Akoto 15
Agyemang Isaac Opoku 19
Amos Kofi Nkrumah 24
Eric Esso 25
Seth Osei 32
Moses Kwame 29
Solomon Afriyie 35

Player charged on three counts

Samed Mohammed –player number 32 of Ashanti Gold SC was charged on three counts for breaching Article 12(1)(b) of the GFA Disciplinary Code 2019;
Article 34(6)(d) and Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA Premier League Regulations

Team officials charged for breaching Article 34(5)(a) of the GFA Premier League Regulations
Thomas Duah – Head Coach of AshantiGold SC
Aidoo Gee Ahmed – Team Manager of AshantiGold SC
Players and Officials charged but failed to appear before the Committee

Emmanuel Owusu
Mohammed Bailou
Amos Addai
Emmanuel Owusu
Paul De Vries Asare
Nana Kwasi Darling – Sporting Director

GHANA FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION (GFA) LAWS
Article 34(5)(a) Premier League Regulations, 2019 states:

“any GFA or club official or club, or player or participant of a match who instigates, commands counsels solicits, procures, or in any manner purposely aids, facilitates, encourages or promotes the playing of a
fixed match or a match of convenience involving his club or involving
other clubs, the result of which may in one way or the other affect his club, commits a grievous offence and the offender shall be referred to
the Disciplinary Committee for appropriate sanctions”.
Article 34(5)(b) Premier League Regulations,2019, states:

“for the avoidance of doubt it shall be a misconduct for any club, club official or a player or any participant of a match to offer or to attempt to offer either directly or indirectly any consideration whatsoever to another club, or a player or to any match official, with a view to
influencing the results of any match for any club to play a match in a
non competitive spirit for the purpose of this rule the determination of
the competitiveness or otherwise of a match shall be done by the GFA Disciplinary Committee or Ethics Committee”.
Article 18(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code, 2019 states:

“anyone who directly or indirectly by an act or omission unlawfully
influences or manipulates the course, results or any other aspect of a match or competition or conspires or attempts to do so by any means shall be sanctioned with a minimum 5 year ban on taking part in any
football related activity as well as a fine of at least ghc100,000. In
serious cases a longer ban period, including a potential lifetime ban on taking part in any football related activity shall be imposed”.

Article 27(1) of the GFA Code of Ethics, 2019 states:

“Persons bound by this Code shall not accept, give, offer, promise,
receive, request or solicit any personal or undue pecuniary or other
advantage in order to obtain or retain business or any other improper
advantage to or from anyone within or outside GFA. Such acts are
prohibited regardless of whether carried out directly or indirectly
through, or in conjunction with, third parties. In particular, persons bound by this Code shall not accept, give, offer, promise, receive, request or solicit any personal or undue pecuniary or other advantage for the execution or omission of an act that is related to their official activities and is contrary to their duties or falls within their discretion”.

Article 27(2) of the GFA Code of Ethics, 2019 states:

“persons bound by this code shall refrain from any activity or behavior
that might give rise to the appearance or suspicion of a breach of this article”.

Article 12(1)(b) of the GFA Disciplinary Code 2019 states:

Bechem United 2-0 Aduana Stars: Okrah inspires Hunters to dispatch Ogya Boys and reach FA Cup final

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Bechem United 2-0 Aduana Stars: Okrah inspires Hunters to dispatch Ogya Boys and reach FA Cup final

The Hunters effortlessly humbled their regional rivals on a neutral ground to reach the final of the FA Cup

Bechem United defeated Aduana Stars 2-0 at the Golden City Park in Berekum on Sunday to reach the final of the FA Cup.

An early goal by lanky striker Emmanuel Avornyo by the 16the minute Gabe Bechem the needed push they wanted in the game.

Augustine Okrah added another sublime finish later on the game to give Bechem a cushion as Aduana totally become unsettled.

The 2016 winners will now face Hearts of Oak in the final slated to take place at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium next month.

Emmanuel Gyasi on target as Spezia Calcio defeat Udinese to avoid Serie A relegation

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Emmanuel Gyasi on target as Spezia Calcio defeat Udinese to avoid Serie A relegation

The Ghanaian was a star performer for Spezia as they finally beat the drop with one game to spare

Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Gyasi was on target when Spezia Calcio defeated Udinese Calcio 3-2 away to avoid relegation in Serie A on Saturday.

With two games to end the season, Spezia were in a dire need of three points to secure their place in Serie A for the second time in a row.

Nahuel Molina gave Udinese the lead in the game after 26 minutes when he connected an assist from Iyenoma Udogie.

However, Spezia pulled even nine minutes later through Daniele Verde. The skillful midfielder latched on to a Salvador Ferrer’s pass and slotted in his equaliser.

Gyasi scored on the stroke of additional time in the first half to send Spezia in front for the first time in the cagey encounter.

After the break, Giulio Maggiore made it 3-1 for Spezia and they held on to record a famous away victory in the Serie A.

Gyasi lasted 84 minutes before he was substituted for. The Ghana international had 44 touches of the ball and completed 73.3 per cent of accurate passes.

He had two shots off target and blocked one key shot by Udinese. He won six duels out of the nine he went in for and committed one foul while he suffered four fouls.

Watch how Emmanuel Gyasi and his teammates celebrated after surviving Serie A relegation

Ahead of the last round of matches in Serie A next weekend, Spezia have moved up to 15th on the log with 36 points, seven points above safety.

Hearts of Oak 3-2 Dreams FC: Phobians advance to final to defend FA Cup title

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Hearts of Oak 3-2 Dreams FC: Phobians advance to final to defend FA Cup title

The Phobians laboured to pip Dreams FC in the first semifinals of the FA Cup as they edge closer to defend the title

Hearts of Oak defeated Dreams FC 3-2 to reach the final of 2021/22 season at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday.

After a very difficult season where the Premier League title look over for them, Hearts have made it to the final of the FA Cup and could end the campaign with a trophy.

Simba shot Dreams into the lead after only four minutes in the game with a powerful effort but Hearts levelled the score six minutes later through Benjamin Yorke.

Daniel Afriyie Barnieh added another goal for Hearts after the break to send the Phobians into tie lead for the first time in the game.

Dreams were reduced to ten men on 58th minute after Issah Ibrahim’s bad tackle on Mohammed Alhassan was deemed reckless.

Hearts capitalised on the numerical advantage as Suraj Seidu added another goal to make it 3-1 by the 66th minute.

Dreams pulled one back on the 78th minute and staged a late attempt to find the equaliser but it was too little too late as Hearts held on to pick a win.

Hearts will now face the winner in the second semifinals between Bechem United and Aduana Stars in the final slated for Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi next month.

Mbella Etouga on target as Kotoko pip Future Stars in friendly game ahead of Ashanti derby

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Mbella Etouga on target as Kotoko pip Future Stars in friendly game ahead of Ashanti derby

The Porcupine Warriors narrowly defeated the lower division side in a preparation match ahead of the last derby game this season

Asante Kotoko defeated lower division side Future Stars 1-0 at the Adako Jachie training ground on Saturday.

With Premier League matches on hold for FA Cup semis which Kotoko are not part, Prosper Ogum Narteh opted to use the opportunity to prepare his side ahead of the Ashanti derby against Ashanti Gold at the Len Clay Sports Stadium on Wednesday.

After an early exchanges with chances in the game at the premium, Kotoko took the lead through Cameroonian striker Mbella Etouga.

Stephen Amankona latched on to a ball in Future Stars’ penalty area and then sent in a pass to Etouga who calmly slotted in from close range.

Etouga could’ve doubled the lead few minutes later but his effort went wide despite being played through.

After the break, Prosper Ogum made seven changes to Kotoko’s squad with Kwame Baah, Maxwell Appiah, Sheriff Mohammed and others coming in.

Although, Future Stars staged a late attempt to draw level in the game, Kotoko were resolute at the back and held on to carry the day.

Augustine Okrah battles Yaw Annor and others for GPL Player of the Month of April

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Augustine Okrah battles Yaw Annor and others for GPL Player of the Month of April

The Hunters forward had a wonderful campaign in the month of April but he must shrug off competitions from other suitors

Bechem United forward Augustine Okrah has been nominated for Ghana Premier League Player of the Month of April after a run of consistent performances.

The 28-year-old was in thick of affairs when Bechem climbed up the ladder to seize second position in the top-flight. He scored three goals and won two Man of the Match awards in the process.

However, he has to battle it out with Ashanti Gold forward Yaw Annor who also scored two times and won two Man of the Match awards.

Others include Techiman Eleven Wonders star Laar Ibrahim who also boasts of five(5) goals in four matches and won one Man of the Match, as well as Hans Kwoffie of Legon Cities fame.

Koffie played three (3) games within the period and scored four (4) goals as well as winning two Man of the Match awards.

The winner, after careful analysis by experts, will take home a 41’ inch NASCO Television set and a plaque from NASCO Electronics.

Kelvin Andoh beats Kotoko’s Mbella Etouga to win GPL Player of the Month of March

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Kelvin Andoh beats Kotoko’s Mbella Etouga to win GPL Player of the Month of March

The Ainyinase-based striker has emerged as the overall top performer in the month under review

Karela United forward Kelvin Andoh has been adjudged as Ghana Premier League Best Player of the month of March.

The forward was selected ahead of Asante Kotoko striker Mbella Etouga and Bechem United youngster Emmanuel Annor following a wonderful run of performances.

In the month of March, Kelvin Andoh scored a brace to help Karela United defeat Ashanti Gold 2-1 at the CAM Park in Ainyinase.

His two goals on that day won three points for Karela and he went on to win Man of the Match.

Although, Kelvin couldn’t score against Berekum Chelsea and Medeama in the subsequent games, he snatched a vital away goal in the last game of the month against Kotoko to win Karela one point.

Although, Etouga who has been given a call up to Cameroon national team, scored two goals in the month under review, his performance could not match up to Andoh.

Breaking News: Rigobert Song names Mbella Etouga in Cameroon squad for Afcon qualifiers

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Breaking News: Rigobert Song names Mbella Etouga in Cameroon squad for Afcon qualifiers

The Porcupine Warriors striker has been named in the Indomitable Lions squad that will play two qualification matches for the 2023 Afcon next month

Asante Kotoko striker Mbella Etouga Frank Thierry has been named in Cameroon national team squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers next month by head coach Rigerbort Song, AshesGyamera.com can report.

Cameroon will face Kenya and Burundi next month for a place in the Afcon to be staged in Ivory Coast in 2023.

The 20-year-old has been in a fine form since his move from Cameroonian side AS Fortuna to join Kotoko at the start of the Ghana Premier League season.

He has bagged 19 goals for Kotoko as the club currently sit top of the log with nine points advantage.

Watch some of the goals by Etouga for Asante Kotoko
Watch Etouga’s 19th goal of the season for Kotoko

The 2023 Afcon draw ceremony was organised in the evening of Tuesday, April 19, 2020 in Johannesburg, South Africa coordinated by two football legends South African defender Lucas Radebe and Côte d’Ivoire’s forward Solomon Kalou.

Cameroon; The favourite in Group C

The indomitable Lions of Cameroon, favourite to progress from the group, keeps fresh memories of the 2021 AFCON, where she hosted and exited at the quarter final stage after felling off the hands of the Pharaohs of Egypt on a score 3-1 on penalties after the two footballing giants registered a 0-0 tie in regular time.

Cameroon is the second best football nation in the African continent with five trophies just two down from Egypt that tops the chart with seven AFCON cup title at the AFCON.

The Central African state of Cameroon will mark her eighth participation at the world cup in Qatar come 2023 November, this counts for the highest number from any African participating team at the AFCON

Football annals keep a record of the five AFCON trophies for Cameroon won in the years ; 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002 and 2017 in Gabon against ace rival Egypt.

The Indomitable Lions will be hustling for a qualification ticket with a squad list made up of well experienced and celebrated players like Vincent Aboubakar who ended the 2021 AFCON as the top scorer and best player of the tournament with a total of eight goals and featured on the CAF best XI alongside other teammates like Andre Onana, Nouhou Tolo, Karl Toko Ekambi as substitutes.

Her opponent, the Brave Warriors of Namibia counts three participations of AFCON though have been knocked out just at the group stages in all her three outings.

The Swallows of Burundi made their AFCON debut in 2019, but lost all its matches and left from the group stage without scoring a single goal.

The Harambee Stars of Kenya on her part counts six participation at the AFCON though exited at the group stages. The East African team recorded her first outing at the AFCON in 1972 and till date is still to mark an appearance at the World Cup.

The top two teams in group C will join the rest from 11 other groups at the 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire to run from June 23 to July 23 2023.

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