The 16-year-old began his journey to complete basic school as he sat for the
Bechem United midfielder Clinton Duodo sat for Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) on Monday with Bechem Presbyterian Junior High School.
The 16-year-old, who started Bechem against Kotoko and also in the 2-0 win against Elmina Sharks on Sunday, is one of the future prospects in Ghana Premier League.
Duodo is on the radar of former Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard’s academy.
Bechem United midfielder Clinton Duodo began his BECE examination today.
The 16-year-old, who tormented Asante Kotoko defenders a fortnight ago in Kumasi, is one of the most exciting youngsters in Ghana Premier League.
He is part of the 571,894 students who sat for the examination this year as he hopes to be part of the Free SHS in the next academic year.
Bechem legend Augustine Okrah joined the players who wished Duodu all the best ahead of the exams.
All the best to Bechem United midfielder and teammate Clinton Duodo who started his BECE examination today.
Duodo is 16 years and has a lot of future ahead of him. I've always felt good seeing a talent like him. I'll always do my best to guide him in his journey as a footballer pic.twitter.com/YRNZAVorjC
The former midfielder believes the duo will be a good addition to the Black Stars setup
Former Ghana midfielder Augustine Arhinful has insisted that Southampton defender Mohammed Salifu and Brighton and Hove Albion full-back Tariq Lamptey must be persuaded to play for the Black Stars.
According to the former international, the duo will be good addition as the Black Stars aim at winning 2021 Africa Cup of Nations and qualify to the 2022 Fifa World Cup to be staged in Qatar
“We need to approach Mohammed Salisu to come and play for us, we need him to come. Let’s contact Samuel Kuffuor, Tony Baffour to do this job for us”, Arhinful told Happy FM.
“We need Tariq Lamptey of Brighton. He is also an option for us at the right-back. I would have told him that if he is looking to play for England there isn’t a chance at national level so he should consider Ghana, which will help him in his CV. If it is the father you must get through to him then let’s do it”.
During CK Akonnor’s time he didn’t honor the call up, Coach Milovan Rajevac’s time too he hasn’t turn
“We are looking for results and we get these players and they perform the coach will be happy and Ghanaians will also be happy”, he added.
Mohammed Salisu has received two invites to the Black Stars during CK Akonnor’s tenure as head coach but rejected those call ups stating he wasn’t ready for the national team.
Ghana defeated South Africa 1-0 to tip Group G of the Fifa World Cup qualifiers and will now play in the playoffs for one of the five slots allocated for Africa.
Ghana defeated South Africa 1-0 in the last game of Group G of 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Sunday.
With the Black Stars needing a win of any form to finish as Group G winners, coach Milovan made two changes in his squad that shared the spoils with Ethiopia last week.
Israel-based striker Richmond Boakye Yiadom who was surprisingly called for the game and Celta Vigo defender Joseph Aidoo were dropped to the bench following their poor output.
As a result, Strasbourg defender Alexander Djiku who missed the game against Ethiopia due to accumulated cards has returned took over his place while Mubarak Wakaso was also handed a starting berth.
Andre Ayew partnered his junior brother Jordan Ayew and Kudus Mohammed in a 4-3-3 formation.
However, after eight minutes, Ghana were forced to make a change after Kudus picked up an injury. St.Pauli midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyereh took over his duties and perfectly brought stability in midfield.
After wasting some half chances, Ghana were presented with a golden opportunity to take the lead when Daniel Amartey was heckled in the box by a South Africa defender.
Andre Ayew stepped forward and perfectly slotted in the ball for the opening goal.
The midfielder scored the all-important goal that secured the Black Stars a place in the World Cup qualifiers playoffs
Ghana and Leicester City defender Daniel Amartey has heaped praise on national team captain Andre Ayew following the Black Stars 1-0 victory over South Africa in 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Sunday.
A first half penalty won by Amartey was excellently scored by Ayew who was making his 100th appearances for Ghana on international stage.
The 31-year-old made his international debut for the Black Stars in 2008 and has since risen through the ranks to become the captain.
“A special player, and an even better human being @AyewAndre.
Congrats on your 100th Cap for 🇬🇭 👏🏽👏🏽 ,” Amartey posted on Twitter after the victory over South Africa.
A special player, and an even better human being @AyewAndre
Ayew, who currently plies his trade with Qatari giants Al Sadd, has scored 22 international goals for Ghana and played in seven Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and two Fifa World Cups.
Ghana defeated South Africa 1-0 in the last game of Group G of 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Sunday thanks to Andre Ayew’s goal from the spot.
The results mean that Black Stars have booked their place in the playoffs and could either face Senegal, Nigeria, Mali, Algeria or Morocco.
However, AshesGyamera.com’s editor-in-chief, Evans Gyamera-Antwi, brings to you how each player fared in the game.
Joseph Wollacott- 8/10
The most underrated goalkeeper for Ghana in recent years pulled up several point-blank saves to help Black Stars secure a famous win. Although, he initially struggled to command his backline, it is quite understandable since this game was his biggest test since donning the national colours.
A clean sheet is another quiver to his arrow. He is one for the future barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Andy Yiadom- 6.5/10
The Reading full-back is yet to have an overly superb game for Ghana. Despite his experience in Europe, he is one of the players that Ghanaians don’t trust. Against South Africa, he barely sent in tailor-measured crosses but he defended well at times. He was quite good.
Abdul Baba Rahman- 7/10
Unlike his teammate Yiadom, Baba Rahman is gradually getting his mojo back. The Chelsea loanee showed glimpses of the player Ghanaians saw in 2015 when he marked his bow for the Black Stars. His last ditch clearance late in the game was very crucial to help Ghana secure a place in the playoffs.
Daniel Amartey- 8/10
The Leicester City defender was mentally stable and showed improvement against South Africa if you juxtapose today’s game to his performance against Ethiopia. He usually read the ball well and could sense danger was looming. He is a better half to Alexander Djiku than to Joseph Aidoo. His intelligent play caught the attention of the referee and won Ghana the penalty which Ayew slotted the resulting kick in.
Alexander Djiku- 8.5/10
Obviously, the Strasbourg centre defender is one of the Black Stars’ brightest spot. He was well composed at the back and showed Aidoo why he was dropped today. He combined with Amartey to keep the South Africans at bay in most cases.
Baba Iddrisu- 7/10
The youngster is gradually becoming a cult hero. Very calm and intelligent, the Real Mallorca lad hardly displaces a pass. His tackles are also on point and combined nicely with Mubarak Wakaso.
Mubarak Wakaso- 9/10✓
A villain turned hero tonight. Wakaso has recently come under scrutiny for his bizarre performance but if anything is to go by, he was by far Ghana’s best performer against South Africa. He was ever present in midfield.
He made some crucial tackles and looked matured in his play. An engine he was in midfield.
Mohammed Kudus- Not rated
The Ajax Amsterdam youngster was one of the players Milovan Rajevac was looking up to to conjure magic but unfortunately, he was subbed after only fourteen minutes. The injury robbed him off what could have been a perfect platform to show the world what he had under his belt.
Daniel Kofi Kyereh- 6.5/10
After replacing injured Kudus, the St Pauli midfielder played creditably well. He was even close to scoring but unfortunately fluffed the opportunity he was served with. Kyereh is one of the players who could improve when given time.
Jordan Ayew- 7/10
Jordan Ayew failed to once again score despite coming close. Ayew has now gone almost 50 games for club and country and yet to break his duck. His hold up play wasn’t bad but he was a little selfish and must improve in that aspect as Ghana now prepare to play in the playoffs.
Andre Ayew- 9/10
El Capitano! Ayew proved once again that he is a big game player. Although, he lacks pace and strength due to his age, the Al Sadd forward now uses his experience more to his advantage.
Andre Ayew receiving his award after making 100 appearances
To mark his 100th appearance for Ghana with a crucial goal proves that Ayew is one of the most sought after players who will always help Ghana grind results when the need be.
Kamaldeen Sulemana- 7.5/10
Although, Sulemana has struggled in most of the games he has played for Ghana, the one against South Africa was quite good. He was barely seen in the first half but after break, the Stade Rennes star was a different player.
He was even unlucky not to have scored a goal after his long drive narrowly missed the target in the second half.
Richmond Boakye Yiadom- Not rated
The Israeli-based striker was a pure disaster against Ethiopia last week and that led to his dropping today. Although, he came on for Sulemana to play the last six minutes, too little was seen from him.
Even after being handed a chance at goal, he was a little sluggish as Bafana Bafana shot-stopper Ronwen Williams read the danger and saved his side from conceding another goal. This could be his last game for Ghana.
The midfielder marked his 100th game for the Black Stars with a wonderful performance as he capped it with a priceless goal
Ghana defeated South Africa 1-0 in the last game of Group G of 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Sunday.
With the Black Stars needing a win of any form to finish as Group G winners, coach Milovan made two changes in his squad that shared the spoils with Ethiopia last week.
Israel-based striker Richmond Boakye Yiadom who was surprisingly called for the game and Celta Vigo defender Joseph Aidoo were dropped to the bench following their poor output.
As a result, Strasbourg defender Alexander Djiku who missed the game against Ethiopia due to accumulated cards has returned took over his place while Mubarak Wakaso was also handed a starting berth.
Andre Ayew partnered his junior brother Jordan Ayew and Kudus Mohammed in a 4-3-3 formation.
However, after eight minutes, Ghana were forced to make a change after Kudus picked up an injury. St.Pauli midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyereh took over his duties and perfectly brought stability in midfield.
After wasting some half chances, Ghana were presented with a golden opportunity to take the lead when Daniel Amartey was heckled in the box by a South Africa defender.
Andre Ayew stepped forward and perfectly slotted in the ball for the opening goal.
Andre Ayew honoured for playing 100 games for Ghana
After the break, South Africa proved to be solid opponents as they improved and began to cause too many troubles for Ghana’s defence.
On the 76th minute, Kamaldeen Sulemana came close to double the Black Stars lead after he went past South Africa goalkeeper and another defender. However, his last ditch effort narrowly missed the target.
Ghana tops the group with 13 points, same points with South Africa but with superior goals scored.
The Black Stars will face one of the top five countries seeded by Confederation of African Football including Senegal, Morocco, Nigeria and Algeria.
Ghana take in South Africa in the last game of the Group G as both sides stand a realistic chance of finishing as group winners.
Richmond Boakye Yiadom and Celta Vigo defender Joseph Aidoo have been dropped to the substitute bench following their poor performance against Ethiopia.
As it stands now, Ghana are going to qualify to the next stage of the competition.
The Black Stars need a win of any format to seal qualification to the playoffs while South Africa have to avoid defeat to pip qualify.
Andre Ayew has scored on his 100th cap for Ghana tonight and he would be hoping to further finish the game on the winning side.
If the game stays like this, Ghana will secure a place in the playoffs and face either Morocco, Algeria and others.
Ghana Starting line-up vs. South Africa
16 Wollacott Joseph 12 Kyere – Yiadom Andrew 17 Baba Rahman 23 Alexander Djiku 18 Daniel Amartey 11 Mubarak Wakaso 10 Andre Ayew(C) 21 Mohammed Baba Iddrisu 9 Jordan Ayew 20 Mohammed Kudus 22 Kamal-Deen Suleman
The Serbian has ringed changes in the squad that started against Ethiopia as the Black Stars take on Bafana Bafana in the all-important game
Ghana coach Milovan Rajevac has announced his starting line up for the cliffhanger encounter against South Africa in the last round of the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Israel-based striker Richmond Boakye Yiadom and Celta Vigo defender Joseph Aidoo have been dropped to the bench after their poor performance in the stalemate with Ethiopia last week.
Strasbourg defender Alexander Djiku who missed the game against Ethiopia due to accumulated cards has returned to take his place while Mubarak Wakaso has also been handed a starting berth.
Andre Ayew will be playing as a false nine as he partners his younger brother Jordan Ayew upfront while Kudus Mohammed will provide support in a 4-3-3 formation.
Ghana need a win at all cost to win Group G and qualify for the playoffs in their bid to book a place for the World Cup to be staged in Qatar next year.
Ghana Starting line-up vs. South Africa
16 Wollacott Joseph 12 Kyere – Yiadom Andrew 17 Baba Rahman 23 Alexander Djiku 18 Daniel Amartey 11 Mubarak Wakaso 10 Andre Ayew(C) 21 Mohammed Baba Iddrisu 9 Jordan Ayew 20 Mohammed Kudus 22 Kamal-Deen Suleman
The Inshallah Boys have scored 100 per cent in their opening three games of the season as they defeated regional rivals
King Faisal continued their incredible start in Ghana Premier League with a 2-0 home win over regional rivals Ashanti Gold at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.
After shocking Aduana Stars last weekend in Dormaa Ahenkro, Faisal added Ashanti Gold to their victims.
Coach Nurudeen Amadu made one change to the team that started the last game against Aduana as Mawuli Wayo was handed a starting place ahead of Wadudu Yakubu.
WAFA had a wonderful run of ball possession in the first half but just like Faisal, the two teams failed to make the few chances that came their way count.
On 72nd minute, Enoch Morrison shot Faisal ahead against the run of play. The midfielder latched on to a poor clearance and calmly slotted in the opener.
Eight minutes later, Wayo set up Ibrahim Osman who is on loan from Asante Kotoko to double Faisal’s lead.
Faisal, who survived relegation on final day of last season, have now picked three wins in a row and are joint leaders with Asante Kotoko.
The two Kumasi-based clubs have nine points apiece.
The Phobians could not recover from their poor start of the season as they shared the spoils with Aduana Stars
Hearts of Oak shared the spoils 1-1 with Aduana Stars on matchday three of Ghana Premier League at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.
After failing to pick a win in two games and coming under intense pressure, coach Samuel Boadu could not guide his side once again to grind results when it mattered most against their bogey side.
Hearts came into the game on the back of two stalemates on a row against Legon Cities and WAFA but striker Kofi Kordzi thought he had done the most important thing on the pitch to save the blushes of his boss only to be stunned by a resilient Aduana.
The striker, who rejoined the Phobians after a short stint in the Arabian world, netted what initially proved to be the all-important goal by the 10th minute after fluffing several half chances initially.
The bulky striker combined with Afriyie Barnieh and perfectly slotted his effort beyond the reach of goalkeeper Joseph Addo.
After the break, Hearts continued from where they left and probed further for more goals.
On the 62nd minute, Kofi Kordzi was presented with a begging opportunity to double Hearts’ lead but his last ditch effort was saved by Aduana goalkeeper Joseph Addo.
Aduana, after struggling to contain Hearts, found an open in the hosts’ defence by the 79th minute but defender Mohammed Alhassan brought the Aduana Stars striker down and conceded a penalty.
The referee further compounded their woes as he sent the defender off for denying an obvious goal scoring opportunity. Bright Adjei scored from the resulting penalty kick.
Hearts now sit tenth on the log as they have three points from three games. They are six points behind league leaders and arch rivals Asante Kotoko.
