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Pictures: Accra Sports Stadium ready to host Hearts of Oak and Kamsar in Caf Champions League

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Pictures: Accra Sports Stadium ready to host Hearts of Oak and Kamsar in Caf Champions League

The match venue for the much anticipated game between the Phobians this afternoon is ready for use

Accra Sports Stadium is fully prepared to host Hearts of Oak as they host to play CI Kamsar in the preliminary round of the Caf Champions League this afternoon.

A lot of COVID-19 protocols were put in place which included no supporters allowed to watch the game from the stands.

Also, photographers and paramedics who will be in the inner perimeter were made to undergo Covid-19 tests too prove that they negative.

Hearts have presented a strong starting line which they believe will be able to do the work for them.

Goalkeeper Richard Attah has been selected over Ben Mensah and Richmond Ayi while captain Abdul Fatawu Mohammed, Raddy Ovouka, Robert Addo Sowah and Mohammed Alhassan complete the back four.

Boadu has deployed two defensive midfielders in the shape of Caleb Amankwah and Frederick Ansah Botchway while Emmanuel Nettey, and Salifu Ibrahim play the offensive role.

Daniel Afriyie Barnieh and Isaac Mensah will start upfront in search of goals for the Phobians.

Returnee Kofi Kordzi, Nuru Sulley and Patrick Razak will among the substitutes.

Also, Kamsar have included former Asante Kotoko captain Amos Frimpong in their starting squad. However, there was neither a place for Ghanaian midfielder Martin Antwi nor striker Sampson Eduku. They will be on the substitute bench.

The kick off is 3pm and it will be telecaster live on GTV Sports +.

The winner of the game progresses to the second round for a place in the group stage.

Accra Hearts of Oak line up against CIK Officiel

  1. Richard Attah (GK)
  2. Abdul Fatawu Mohammed (Capt)
  3. Raddy Ovouka
  4. Robert Addo Sowah
  5. Mohammed Alhassan
  6. Caleb Amankwah
  7. Frederick Ansah Botchway
  8. Emmanuel Nettey
  9. Daniel Afriyie Barnie
  10. Salifu Ibrahim
  11. Isaac Mensah

Substitutes

  1. William Dankyi
  2. Kofi Kordzi
  3. Patrick Razak
  4. Larry Ibrahim Sumaila
  5. Isaac Agyenim Boateng
  6. Richard Baiden (GK)
  7. Salim Adams
  8. Enoch Asubonteng
  9. Nuru Sulley

OFFICIAL: Hearts of Oak XI to play Kamsar in Caf Champions League; Patrick Razak benched

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OFFICIAL: Hearts of Oak XI to play Kamsar in Caf Champions League; Patrick Razak benched

The Phobians boss has named a strong side to face the Guinean side this afternoon in the make or break game

Hearts of Oak coach Samuel Boadu has named his starting XI to play CI Kamsar in the preliminary round of the Caf Champions League this afternoon at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Goalkeeper Richard Attah has been selected over Ben Mensah and Richmond Ayi while captain Abdul Fatawu Mohammed, Raddy Ovouka, Robert Addo Sowah and Mohammed Alhassan complete the back four.

Boadu has deployed two defensive midfielders in the shape of Caleb Amankwah and Frederick Ansah Botchway while Emmanuel Nettey, and Salifu Ibrahim play the offensive role.

Daniel Afriyie Barnieh and Isaac Mensah will start upfront in search of goals for the Phobians.

Returnee Kofi Kordzi, Nuru Sulley and Patrick Razak will among the substitutes.

The kick off is 3pm and it will be telecaster live on GTV Sports +.

The winner of the game progresses to the second round for a place in the group stage.

Accra Hearts of Oak line up against CIK Officiel

  1. Richard Attah (GK)
  2. Abdul Fatawu Mohammed (Capt)
  3. Raddy Ovouka
  4. Robert Addo Sowah
  5. Mohammed Alhassan
  6. Caleb Amankwah
  7. Frederick Ansah Botchway
  8. Emmanuel Nettey
  9. Daniel Afriyie Barnie
  10. Salifu Ibrahim
  11. Isaac Mensah

Substitutes

  1. William Dankyi
  2. Kofi Kordzi
  3. Patrick Razak
  4. Larry Ibrahim Sumaila
  5. Isaac Agyenim Boateng
  6. Richard Baiden (GK)
  7. Salim Adams
  8. Enoch Asubonteng
  9. Nuru Sulley

Amos Frimpong starts as CI Kamsar name squad to face Hearts of Oak

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Amos Frimpong starts as CI Kamsar name squad to face Hearts of Oak

The former Porcupine Warriors skipper will start against the Phobians in the all-important game on Sunday

Former Asante Kotoko captain Amos Frimpong has been named in the starting line up of CI Kamsar as they prepare to face Hearts of Oak in the Caf Champions League preliminary round at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Frimpong joined Kamsar in a one-year deal last month from Techiman Eleven Wonders and he will be hoping to inflict troubles to Hearts’ campaign.

However, Ghanaian duo of midfielder Martin Antwi and striker Sampson Eduku will have to start the game from the bench.

The first leg of the tie in Conakry was cancelled due to the coup d’etat that took place in Guinea a fortnight ago. As a result, Caf announced that there will be a one-off game in Accra to decide who progresses to the next stage.

Hearts supporters have been dealt a big blow since the game will be played behind closed doors.

The winner after the game will face Wydad Athletic Club from Morocco in the second round for a place in the group stage of the competition.

Damilola, ML Bangoura, Amos Frimpong, Nsingani, Caroff, Sankoumba, Soro, Pascal, Fernandez, Louncény Cissé et Moussa Diallo

Meet the Hearts of Oak squad to face CI Kamsar in Caf Champions League

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Meet the Hearts of Oak squad to face CI Kamsar in Caf Champions League

The Phobians have named their players that will play against the Guinean side as they hope to progress in the Caf inter-club competitions

Ghana’s sole representatives in the Caf Champions League, Hearts of Oak, have their squad that will be available for selection in the game against Kamsar at Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Coach Samuel Boadu will have to select from the five goalkeepers available and then add ten outfield players to him to make up the number.

Reports from the Phobians camp suggest that Richard Attah will be in post ahead of Ben Mensah and Richmond Ayi.

Captain Fatawu Mohammed will obviously start on the right side of attack while Congolese international Raddy Ovouka takes up the responsibility of the left side. Mohammed Alhassan and Robert Addo Sowah will be the centre backs.

In midfield, Emmanuel Nettey,Ibrahim Salifu, Salim Adams, Patrick Razak and Michelle Sarpong may start while Afriyie Barnieh and Isaac Mensah starting attack.

GOALKEEPERS

Richard Attah, Richmond Ayi, Richard Baidoo, Ben Mensah, Benjamin Nana Yeboah

DEFENDERS

Fatawu Mohammed, Mohammed Alhassan, Nuru Sulley, James Sewornu, Caleb Amankwah, Sumaila Larry, Raddy Ovouka, Robert Addo Sowah, William Dankyi

MIDFIELDERS

Emmanuel Nettey, Frederick Ansah Botchway, Ibrahim Salifu, Salim Adams, Michelle Sarpong, Enock Asubonteng, Daniel Yeboah, Bernard Obuo, Anwar Abdul Basit

FORWARDS

Victor Aidoo, Razak Ali, Isaac Mensah., Afriyie Barnieh, Kofi Kordzi, Franklin Owusu, Suraj Seidu, Isaac Agyenim Boateng, Issah Abukah Issifu, Patrick Razak

Gyamfi sends emotional message to departing Kotoko captain Felix Annan

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Gyamfi sends emotional message to departing Kotoko captain Felix Annan

The midfielder has eugolises his former teammate after he opted to leave the club for another challenge elsewhere

Asante Kotoko midfielder Emmanuel Gyamfi has penned an emotional message to former teammate Felix Annan who left the club last week.

Annan, after spending a decade at Kotoko, decided to mutually terminate his contract with the club and move on since he was unsure of his future. He lost his place in the team to Kwame Baah and later Razak Abalora.

However, Gyamfi after spending five seasons together with Annan at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium and won several trophies including the FA Cup and Normalisation Committee Cup says he will miss his company.

“You are a great person. We met as a colleague but over the years you have become a true friend and a brother,” Gyamfi wrote on Facebook.

“You have always been supportive and motivated us to do better. Indeed, I feel privileged that I had the opportunity to play under your leadership.

“Thank you for all the historic moments we had. No matter where you go, we are still going to be tied in our hearts by the friendship we share and your unparalleled loyalty to Asante Kotoko will forever remain in our hearts, Best of Luck! Captain,” he added.

Gyamfi is expected to step in the shoes of Annan as the new Kotoko captain ahead of the start of 2021/22 Ghana Premier League season.

OFFICIAL: Ogum appointed Asante Kotoko coach until 2023; All what you should know about him

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OFFICIAL: Ogum appointed Asante Kotoko coach until 2023; All what you should know about him

The lecturer cum football coach has been ushered in at Baba Yara Sports Stadium as a replacement for the former Portuguese coach who mutually terminated his contract few days ago

Asante Kotoko have confirmed the appointment of Prosper Ogum Narteh as the club’s new manager and he will be at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium until 2024 having signed a two-year deal on Saturday.

The Porcupine Warriors moved swiftly to bring in the former WAFA coach following the decision to mutually terminate their contract with Portuguese coach Mariano Baretto on Friday.

The 41-year-old coach will be charged with the task of reviving the fortunes of Kotoko after they went trophy-less having failed to win Ghana Premier League and got eliminated from the FA Cup in the round of 16 by Berekum Chelsea.

“We’re delighted to announce Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum as our new Head Coach,” a Kotoko official statement read.

“The Sports Psychologist , Educationist and coach joins us on a 2-year deal from WAFA, having previously handled UCC Soccer Team, Elmina Sharks, Dwarfs and Karela Utd,” the statement added.

What length of contract has Ogum signed?

Ogum, who was the head coach of WAFA and Elmina Sharks, has signed an 24-month contract, with the option of a further year in Kumasi.

His predecessor, Baretto, had been handed a one-and-half-year contract when he was appointed Kotoko boss in March following the sack of Maxwell Konadu. He, however, spent only six months of it but Ogum is expected to last the full duration of his contract.

When will Ogum take charge of his first game?

Ogum will play his first competitive game with Kotoko between October 29 and 30 when the 2021/22 Ghana Premier League season finally kicks off. Before that, he will taking them through the pre-season.

What can Kotoko supporters expect to see under Ogum?

Ogum’s biggest asset is his tactical flexibility and ability to develop players into finish products as well as his vision. He is well known for deploying a 4-3-3 formation, and at times twerk it to a 4-4-2, 3-5-2, and 4-1-4-1 formation with variations.

As a doctorate degree holder, Ogum is also good in research and will go beyond what he has heard about the Kotoko players to know their hiding capabilities. He hugely improved Augustine Boakye and Justus Torsutsey at WAFA last season.

Educational background:

Ogum is a trained teacher. He is a lecturer at the University of Cape Coast Department of Health, Physical Education & Recreation (HPER). Ogum holds a CAF License A badge.

Honours:
Ogum is not a serial winner as he is yet to win a major trophy with any of the clubs he has coached in the past. However, he has picked several accolades at school games with the University of Cape Coast school team.

Ogum has become the seventh manager Asante Kotoko have appointed in three years after C.K Akonnor, Kjetil Zachariason, Maxwell Konadu, Johnson Smith, Abdulai Gazelle and Mariano Baretto.

Ghana’s Salisu Mohammed shines as Southampton holds Man City in Premier League

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Ghana’s Salisu Mohammed shines as Southampton holds Man City in Premier League

The centre-back proved his worth once again as the Saints held the Blues to a goalless draw at St. Mary’s Sports Stadium on Saturday

Ghana defender Salisu Mohammed was a first half substitute when Southampton surprisingly held Manchester City to a goalless draw in the Premier League at St. Mary’s Sports Stadium on Saturday.

The 22-year-old was brought on to replace Jack Stevens who picked up an injury by the 37th minute. Salisu combined beautifully with Jan Bednarek at the back as the Saints prevented City from scoring or win the game.

Salisu’s Southampton almost took the lead in the second half of the game after referee John Moss awarded them a penalty only it to be overturned after a VAR check.

Salisu is yet to make his international debut for Ghana after turning down an opportunity from former coach Charles Kwablah Akonnor.

It is likely that he will finally accept the invitation when a new coach arrives as Ghana prepare to face Zimbabwe in the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers in October.

The Black Stars need a win badly to overtake South Africa who currently lead Group C with four points after two games.

BREAKING NEWS: Hearts of Oak vs Kamsar to be played behind closed doors

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BREAKING NEWS: Hearts of Oak vs Kamsar to be played behind closed doors

The Phobians won’t have the advantage over their visitors after Caf ruled that their game against the Guinean club should be played without supporters

Ghana Premier League winners Hearts of Oak will face CI Kamsar in the preliminary round of the Caf Champions League without supporters at the Accra Sports Stadium, AshesGyamera.com understands.

The Phobians were initially billed to travel to Guinea last weekend for the first leg but that game was cancelled due to the political unrest in the country.

As a result, Caf ruled that a one-off game must be played at the Accra Sports Stadium where the winner after regulation time or penalty shootouts will progress to next stage.

Although, Hearts initially announced match tickets for the game, reports suggest that the game will be behind closed doors as no supporter will be allowed entry into the facility.

According to reports, Caf wants to provide a level playing ground for the two teams since Kamsar did not have the opportunity to host Hearts in Guinea in front of their supporters

Also, photographers, police, red cross and ambulance personnel that will be having access to the inner perimeter during the game have been ordered to undergo Covid-19 tests.

Hearts will be without their new signing Gladson Awako after the midfielder reportedly left the team’s camp and wants his contract terminated due to spiritual attacks.

The winner after the game tomorrow will meet Wydad Athletic Club from Morocco in the second round for a place in the group stage.

Breaking News: Gladson Awako wants to quit Hearts after just four weeks; the reasons

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Breaking News: Gladson Awako wants to quit Hearts after just four weeks; the reasons

The midfielder has left the Phobians camp ahead of their Caf Champions League clash with the Guinean side on Sunday

Hearts of Oak midfielder Gladson Awako has reportedly fled from the club’s camp few days ahead of their Caf Champions League clash against Guinean side CI Kamsar.

The 30-year-old joined the Phobians from Great Olympics in an undisclosed fee and although he had a good start in the club’s pre-season games, he has reportedly opted to terminate the contact.

Awako is believed to have reported that he has been constantly attacked by spirits ever since he joined the Phobians. This has made it very difficult for him to sleep and therefore wants to cancel the contract and go back to Olympics.

Although, Hearts are yet to officially make a statement about the reports, Awako was seen leaving the team’s camp earlier this week and has refused to return.

Hearts will therefore meet Kamsar in the preliminary round of the Champions League without him on Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.

Chelsea star Hudson-Odoi hints at his readiness to play for Ghana over England

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Chelsea star Hudson-Odoi hints at his readiness to play for Ghana over England

The youngster’s growing frustrations over missing out the Three Lions squad is gradually pushing him to represent Ghana in future

Chelsea midfielder Callum Hodson-Odoi has not ruled out a the possibility of playing for Ghana ahead of England.

The 20-year-old feels he has been unfairly treated and therefore could represent Ghana at the senior level since England always want him in the junior team. He was recently in Africa and visited Ghana where his parents hail from to fraternise with the culture and of his forefathers.

He even met Ghana president Nana Akufo Addo and Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku during his visit.

“I think obviously when you’re young, you have the opportunity to play for England throughout all the years, from under 15 to under 16 all the way up,” Hudson-Odoi said when he was asked about the chance of playing for Ghana,” he said.

“When they obviously gave me the opportunity to come I was in the country already.

“It’s something that I already had in my mind, set on already playing for England.

“So it was the thing obviously choosing Ghana or England, and at the end of the day I said I always had the right people around me who always advise me – what’s right, what’s wrong. England came and I said ‘Yeah, let me go and play for my country.

“But I said Ghana is my home as well, so we’ll see, we’ll see. You’ll never know, so.”

Although, Hodson-Odoi became the youngest person to ever make a match-day appearance for England in the European Championship qualifier against Czech Republic last two years, he is still eligible to represent Ghana since he didn’t feature in the game.

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