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Video: COVID-19 has killed Chinese contractors who were to renovate Sunyani Coronation Park – Sunyani East MP Cheremeh

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Video: COVID-19 has killed Chinese contractors who were to renovate Sunyani Coronation Park – Sunyani East MP Cheremeh

The Member of Parliament has shed light on why the Coronation Park in Sunyani is still in its poor state

The Member of Parliament for the people of Sunyani East Constituency, Kwasi Ameyaw Cheremeh, has revealed that government’s plans to have Sunyani Coronation Park renovated has hit a halt because of COVID-19 pandemic.

According to the MP, plans were far advanced and Chinese contractors were ready to arrive in the country only for COVID-19 to strike across the globe.

In the process, all the contractors and their consultants have been killed by the deadly disease.

Currently, Ghana Football Association’s Club Licensing Committee has rejected Coronation Park and the stadium has since been closed down.

As a result, clubs like Brong Ahafo United, Bofoakwa Tano F.C and Young Apostles have been forced to play their home games at a new venue since Coronation Park does not meet the requirements of Division One League.

Bechem United 3-1 Dreams FC: Okrah’s third goal of the season sends Hunters to third position

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Bechem United 3-1 Dreams FC: Okrah’s third goal of the season sends Hunters to third position

The Hunters rallied from behind to secure another victory as they push up on the league log

Bechem United defeated Dreams FC 3-1 on matchday five of Ghana Premier League at Fosu Gyeabour Park in Bechem on Sunday.

Ali Huzaf shot Dreams FC ahead of the game by the fifth minute after a mistake by the Bechem defence.

However, Emmanuel Avornyo equalised for Bechem deep in additional time of the first half after he latched onto a fine pass from his teammate. The goal marked the youngster’s third of the season after joining from lower division side Unistar Academy.

Augustine Okrah sent Bechem ahead by 54th minute with a wonderful strike when he connected to a pass from Emmanuel Asante.

Obuoba Yaw Dasi sealed the win for Bechem by the 68th minute with a quick break.

Bechem after the victory have moved to third on the log with nine points, four points behind leaders Asante Kotoko who were also held to a goalless draw by Karela in Ainyinase.

Bechem will travel to Accra Sports Stadium to face Great Olympics next week before they head to Bibiani to lock horns with debutants Gold Stars.

Hearts of Oak 2-0 JS Souara: Phobians edge closer to group stage of Caf Confederation Cup

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Hearts of Oak 2-0 JS Souara: Phobians edge closer to group stage of Caf Confederation Cup

The Phobians have one of their feet in the group stage of the Caf Confederation after defeating the Algerian opponents in the first leg

Hearts of Oak defeated ten-man JS Souara from Algeria 2-0 in the first leg of Caf Confederation playoffs at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Hearts needed a reaction as they have suffered one of their worst start to Ghana Premier League having lost last weekend to Ashanti Gold and extending their winless run to five games.

As a result, coach Samuel Boadu ringed several changes in the starting line up that played against Ashanti Gold with four players benched.

Striker Agyenim Boateng, midfielders Emmanuel Nettey and Patrick Razak as well as defender Robert Addo were dropped while youngster Salim Adams, midfielder Afriyie Barnieh, Mohammed Alhassan and Isaac Mensah started the game in a 4-4-2 formation.

After missing some half chances early in the game, Hearts finally broke the deadlock through midfielder Ibrahim Salifu.

The nimble-footed player connected a tailor-measured cross from Afriyie Barnieh by the 16th minute to open the scoring.

Kofi Kordzi came close to making it 2-0 before the break but his effort was brilliantly saved by Souara goalkeeper.

After the break, Agyenim Boateng was thrown into the game to replace goalscorer Salifu as Hearts pushed men forward for more goals.

By the 53rd minute, Barnieh was set up to double Hearts’ lead but he surprisingly fluffed the opportunity. Mensah and Ansah Botchway combined beautifully and played Barnieh through only to miss the chance.

Hearts finally found an opening to score the second goal by the 70th minute with a team work goal.
Ansah Botchway combined with Denkyi and played substitute Agyenim Boateng through and the striker calmly finished it off.

Hearts had another chance to extend their lead three minutes later after JS Saoura goalkeeper Zakari Saidi was shown the exit after picking his second yellow card of the day following a rush tackle on Daniel Afriyie outside the box.

Although Aymen Mouyet replaced him, Hearts could not make the numerical advantage count as Souara held on to end the game with two-goal deficit ahead of the reverse fixture next weekend.

Karela United 0-0 Asante Kotoko: Porcupine Warriors winning streak under Prosper Ogum ends in Ainyinase

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Karela United 0-0 Asante Kotoko: Porcupine Warriors winning streak under Prosper Ogum ends in Ainyinase

The Porcupine Warriors failed to make it five wins out of five as they. shared the spoils goalless in Ainyinase against Karela United

Ten-man Asante Kotoko were held to a goalless draw by Karela United on matchday five of Ghana Premier League at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park in Ainyinase on Sunday.

Following injury problems to Richmond Lamptey and Christopher Nettey, coach Prosper Ogum Narteh made two changes to his squad that dispatched Techiman Eleven Wonders last weekend.

Razak Abalora kept his place in the sticks but Samuel Appiah came in for Nettey while Imoro Ibrahim, Andrews Kwadwo Appau and Abdul Ganiu Ismail completed the back four.

Richard Boadu ‘Agadas’ patterned Mudasiru Salifu and Isaac Oppong in midfield while Fabio Gama, George Mfegue and Samuel Boateng led the attack.

Kotoko had the better share of the early exchanges as Isaac Oppong played Samuel Boateng through by the seventh minute but the forward was flagged offside.

Ten minutes later, Oppong had another shot at goal but his effort was very feeble and was saved by the Karela. goalkeeper.

On the 22nd minute, Karela came close to opening the scoring through former Kotoko striker Umar Bashiru. The lanky forward saw his effort beat goalkeeper Abalora only to hit the upright.

Richard Boadu brought down Umar when the striker broke loose for a quick counterattack and the referee didn’t hesitate to show him a yellow card.

After the break, Kotoko pressed harder in search of the first goal.

Imoro Ibrahim saw his cross nearly causing an own goal by the 56th minute as a Karela player struggled to deal with it.

One minute later, Kotoko were reduced to ten after Richard Boadu fouled a Karela player to pick his second booking of the day.

The sending off forced Kotoko to make a substitution as Sherrif Mohammed came in for Samuel Boateng while Emmanuel Keyekey also replaced Fabio Gama as Kotoko reverted to a 4-3-2 formation due to the numerical disadvantage.

On 85th minute, goalkeeper Abalora made a point blank save to prevent Kotoko from conceding a late goal after he rushed to block a Karela player and picked up an injury in the process.

Kotoko despite the stalemate still lead the log with 13 points and will face King Faisal in Kumasi derby next week at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

Live Streaming: Hearts of Oak vs JS Souara

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Live Streaming: Hearts of Oak vs JS Souara

The Phobians host their counterparts from Algeria in the playoffs of the Caf Confederation Cup

Hearts of Oak have hosted Algerian side JS Souara in the play off in the Caf Confederation Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium.

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Ibrahim Salifu’s first half header has sent the Phobians ahead of the game and they will be on the look out for more goals after the break.

The winner after the two games will qualify to play in the group stage of the competition.

WATCH: Ibrahim Salifu’s goal for Hearts of Oak vs JS Souara in Caf Confederation Cup

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WATCH: Ibrahim Salifu’s goal for Hearts of Oak vs JS Souara in Caf Confederation Cup

The midfielder shot the Phobians ahead against the Algerians in the first leg of the Caf Confederation playoffs at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Hearts of Oak midfielder Ibrahim Salifu scored the opening goal against Algerian side JS Souara in the playoffs of the Caf Confederation Cup first leg at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

The youngster connected a fine cross from Afriyie Barnieh by heading it perfectly into the net and set the game on fire.

Hearts are looking for at least three goals to prevent another humiliation in the return fixture next week in Algeria.

coach Samuel Boadu has made four changes in the starting line up that played against Ashanti Gold as they face JS Souara in the playoffs of the Caf Confederation Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

The Phobians, after they were humiliated and eliminated from the Caf Champions League by Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club last month, and further suffering a poor start to the Ghana Premier League, are hoping to make a huge statement as they host the Algerians.

Hearts are yet to win a game in the league and suffered a 2-0 defeat last weekend against Ashanti Gold which raised a lot of questions about coach Samuel Boadu’s tactics and the commitment of some players.

As a result, midfielder Emmanuel Nettey, Agyenim Boateng and Patrick Razak have been dropped to the bench due to their poor performance.

Also, Robert Addo Sowah is not part of the matchday squad since he could not pass a late fitness test as he is still nursing an injury.

Meanwhile, youngster Salim Adams, midfielder Afriyie Barnieh and Mohammed Alhassan Alhassan are starting the game.

Also, striker Isaac Mensah start upfront and partner Kofi Kordzi as Boadu set up his side with a 4-4-2 formation.

Hearts XI vs JS Souara

Richard Attah, Fatawu Mohammed, William Denkyi, Mohammed Alhassan, Sewornu, Ansah Botchway, Salim Adams, Salifu Ibrahim, Afriyie Barnieh, Kofi Kordzi, Isaac Mensah

Samuel Boadu ‘angrily’ makes FOUR changes in Hearts of Oak squad to face JS Souara – Reports

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Samuel Boadu ‘angrily’ makes FOUR changes in Hearts of Oak squad to face JS Souara – Reports

The Phobians boss made four changes in his squad that started against Ashanti Gold last weekend as they prepare to face the Algerians on Sunday

Hearts of Oak coach Samuel Boadu has made four changes in the starting line up that played against Ashanti Gold as they face JS Souara in the playoffs of the Caf Confederation Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday, according to sources close to AshesGyamera.com.

The Phobians, after they were humiliated and eliminated from the Caf Champions League by Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club last month, and further suffering a poor start to the Ghana Premier League, are hoping to make a huge statement as they host the Algerians.

Hearts are yet to win a game in the league and suffered a 2-0 defeat last weekend against Ashanti Gold which raised a lot of questions about coach Samuel Boadu’s tactics and the commitment of some players.

As a result, midfielder Emmanuel Nettey, Agyenim Boateng and Patrick Razak have been dropped to the bench as they prepare to play Souara, according to our sources.

Also, Robert Addo Sowah is not part of the matchday squad since he could not pass a late fitness test as he is still nursing an injury.

Meanwhile, youngster Salim Adams, midfielder Afriyie Barnieh and Mohammed Alhassan Alhassan will start the game.

Also, striker Isaac Mensah will start upfront and partner Kofi Kordzi as Boadu set up his side with a 4-4-2 formation.

Saoura arrived in Ghana on Friday but had to take several routes before arriving due to financial constraints the club is facing currently, according to reports in Algeria.

Although, the club could have spent only five hours from Algeria to Ghana, they rather spent two days due to several transit at various airports.

They began their journey on Wednesday morning from Bechar to Oran before arriving in Algiers, the capital city of Algeria.

The players and technical team later moved from Algiers to Tunisia and made a transit in the capital city of Tunis. After several hours there, Souara continued their journey to the middle East.

They arrived in Dubai in the early hours of Friday and made a transit there before boarding another flight to Accra, Ghana.

Hearts XI vs JS Souara:

Richard Attah, Fatawu Mohammed, William Denkyi, Mohammed Alhassan, Sewornu, Ansah Botchway, Salim Adams, Salifu Ibrahim, Afriyie Barnieh, Kofi Kordzi, Isaac Mensah

Christopher Nettey spotted in Kumasi, defender to miss Kotoko’s game against Karela

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Christopher Nettey spotted in Kumasi, defender to miss Kotoko’s game against Karela

The defender did not travel with the Porcupine Warriors to Ainyinase to ahead of the crucial encounter on Sunday

Asante Kotoko defender Christopher Nettey has been dropped from the matchday squad that travelled from Kumasi to Ainyinase ahead of the Ghana Premier League matchday five fixture against Karela United at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park on Sunday.

The defender, who has been ever present in Kotoko’s games so far this season, could not pass late fitness test after picking an injury and was left behind in Kumasi. His place will likely be taken by youngster Samuel Appiah.

Nettey was spotted at Paa Joe Park in Kumasi on Saturday afternoon with former Asante Kotoko chief executive officer Herbert Mensah when Ghana’s Rugby Team played in the West Africa Rugby Tournament.

Also, midfielder Richmond Lamptey will play no part of the game due to a hamstring injury he picked up against Eleven Wonders last weekend.

However, deputy captain Mudasiru Salifu has been cleared by Ghana Football Association to play against Karela since he has only picked up two yellow cards. Initial communique from the football association suggested that Mudasiru was suspended due to accumulated cards but further checks proved that there was a mistake.

Kotoko top the league log with 12 points, three above city rivals King Faisal who sit second.

Asante Kotoko probable XI vs Karela United:

Razak Abalora, Samuel Appiah, Imoro Ibrahim, Andrews Kwadwo Appau, Abdul Ganiu Ismail, Richard Boadu ‘Agadas’, Mohammed Sheriff, Isaac Oppong, Fabio Gama, George Mfegue, Samuel Boateng.

FIFA throw out South Africa’s protest against Ghana – Reports

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FIFA throw out South Africa’s protest against Ghana – Reports

The World’s football governing body has thrown out the protest filed against Ghana by South Africa, according to reports in the local media

Fifa have rejected South Africa’s protest against Ghana and Senegalese referee Maguitta Ndiaye following the 1-0 defeat a fortnight ago in the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers, AshesGyamera.com understand.

The Black Stars were in a dire need of three points to top Group G and book their place in the playoffs while South Africa needed just a point, however, it was Ghana that had the last laugh.

Andre Ayew scored the only goal after referee Ndiaye awarded Ghana a penalty after Leicester City defender Daniel Amartey was heckled down in the penalty box but officials from South Africa believed that the referee was manipulated prompting a complaint to Fifa.

They further alleged that a Ghanaian official travelled to Senegal to meet referee Ndiaye before the game and manipulated the referees even before kick off.

Although, Ghana responded to the allegations on November 20, the official ruling has since not been released.

However, reports in the local media indicate that Fifa has rejected all the allegations leveled against Ghana and the referee and therefore, there will not be any replay as earlier anticipated.

Despite no evidence of match manipulation and fixing found, Senegalese referee Ndiaye Maguitta, however, will likely be punished with some games ban since his general performance was below average, according to the match review panel.

Ghana will progress to the next stage of the competition and face either Senegal who are currently the best ranked county on the continent or Morocco.

There is also a possibility of the Black Stars facing Nigeria, Tunisia or Mali since these countries complete the top five ranked countries left in the qualifiers.

The official draw for the playoffs has been moved from December to January, 2022 and the games have been scheduled for March 2022 after the Africa Cup of Nations.

Ghana qualified to their maiden participation at the World Cup in 2006 and were also present in 2010 and 2014 editions held in South Africa and Brazil respectively.

However, they missed the 2018 edition by a whisker after South African referee Daniel Bennett robbed them of a late goal against Uganda. Although, they protested, Fifa only banned the referee and stood by the scoreline which aided Egypt to qualify in the end.

Stonebwoy is never a Grammy nominee, Rocky Dawuni explains to Ghanaians why

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Stonebwoy is never a Grammy nominee, Rocky Dawuni explains to Ghanaians why

The veteran musician has shed light on why Stonebwoy and other artists who got featured on a work nominated for Grammy awards have never been recognized as nominees

Ghana’s Grammy Award nominee Rocky Dawuni has shed light on why comments that Reggae Dancehall artist Stonebwoy has gained a Grammy nomination is not accurate.

Dawuni, whose album has been nominated for the 64th edition of the awards explained that any artist who gets featured on an album nominated in the Grammy’s does not make him a nominee.

He further stressed that it feels good to be part of a project which has been globally recognized but that doesn’t mean you have a nomination for yourself or you have won an award should the work finally wins the category it was nominated for in the process.

“There is a lot of confusion, as you would understand, Grammy nomination is for a body of work, so there is a difference between a nominee for a Grammy and also featuring to be part of a song of a Grammy-nominated album,” Dawuni told Citi TV.

“You have contributed to the song, but you are not a nominee. The thing is, I am not the one saying it. You should go to the Academy website and see who the nominees are,” he added.

He added: “I think that sometimes…been featured on a record is a great achievement. It’s really great, but we have to also recognize what is… we can’t create our own rules here and be using those rules.”

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