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Daniel Kofi Kyereh scores brace as St. Pauli hammer Kalshrue in German Bundesliga 2

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Daniel Kofi Kyereh scores brace as St. Pauli hammer Kalshrue in German Bundesliga 2

The midfielder proved his mettle once again over the weekend as he helped his club to pick three points in their fight to win qualification to Bundesliga

Ghana midfielder Daniel Kofi Kyereh scored twice when St. Pauli defeated Karlsruhe 3-1 in German Bundesliga 2 at Millerntor-Stadion in Hamburg on Saturday.

The 25-year-old, who is expected to play a key role in Ghana’s Fifa World Cup playoffs against Nigeria later this month, was handed a starting role by St. Pauli coach Timo Schultz and he repaid him with some fine performance and wonderful goals.

Kyereh opened the scoring for St. Pauli by the 14th minute before he added another goal eleven minutes later when he connected an assist from Guido Burgstaller.

St. Pauli made it 3-0 before the break through Simon Makienok Christoffersen by the 35th minute.

After the break, Kyereh came close to score his third goal of the day and complete his hat-trick but his effort was blocked the visitors’ defence.

Karlsruhe pulled one back by the 66th minute through Philipp Hofmann and although they pushed more men forward in search of two more goals, it was too little too late.

Kyereh has now taken his tally to nine goals and nine assists after 22 games in the German Bundesliga 2.

St. Pauli currently sit second on the log with 47 points, same points with Darmstadt who lead the log.

Ghana interim coach Otto Addo is expected to announce his squad for the World Cup playoffs against Nigeria next week and Kyereh will obviously be part and could even start the game since captain Andre Ayew has been suspended.

“We’re sorry but Kotoko will bounce back,” Prosper Ogum apologises to Kotoko fans after Hearts defeat

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“We’re sorry but Kotoko will bounce back,” Prosper Ogum apologises to Kotoko fans after Hearts defeat

The Porcupine Warriors boss has apologised to the club’s supporters following the defeat to Hearts of Oak on Friday

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh has apologised to the club’s supporters after the 2-1 defeat to Hearts of Oak in 2022 President’s Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday.

Young goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim once again was given the nod ahead of Kwame Baah to start in post while Imoro Ibrahim came in for Charles Owusu who got injured against Dreams FC.

He added up to Augustine Agyapong, Mubarik Yussif and and Abdul Ganiu Ismail to make up the defence.

Meanwhile, Sherrif Mohammed, Justice Blay, Mudasiru and Richmond Lamptey started in midfield while Cameroonian striker George Mfegue and Etouga Mbella started in attack.

Afriyie Barnieh shot Hearts into the lead very early in the second half but substitute Samuel Boateng brought Kotoko even with less than ten minutes remaining.

However, substitute Patrick Razak left it late to snatch the winner as a mistake from Kotoko led to a counterattack which the winger rounded goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim by the 88th minute and calmly slotted in the all-important goal.

The defeat opened a can full of worms as a section of Kotoko supporters believe Ogum had his tactics and substitutions wrong in the game.

“Sorry we couldn’t win the President’s Cup,” Ogum posted on Twitter.

“Your support of the team has been exceptional this season. Thank you Kotoko supporters. We shall bounce back,” he added.

How Patrick Razak scored the winning goal vs Kotoko

Kotoko will shift attention to Premier League as they travel to Bechem on Tuesday to face Bechem United on matchday eighteen.

Sulley Muntari uses Asante Kotoko to set an enviable record in Ghana

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Sulley Muntari uses Asante Kotoko to set an enviable record in Ghana

The 37-year-old was in the thick of affairs when the Phobians pipped Asante Kotoko to lift the President Cup

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari has set another record after helping the Phobians to defeat Asante 2-1 to win 2022 President’s Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday.

A goal each from Afriyie Barnieh and substitute Patrick Razak was enough to silence their rivals despite a late consolation goal from Samuel Boateng.

Muntari had a wonderful game as he had 38 touches against Kotoko. The former Inter and AC Milan midfielder also had 69.5% pass accuracy with four shots and three interceptions.

He also gave one key pass, won one tackle and also won three fouls.

As a result, Muntari has become the only Ghanaian player to have ever won Uefa Champions League, FA Cup in England, Serie A, Coppa Italia and Super Copa Italiana in Italy, as well as Fifa Club World Cup.

Muntari still has the opportunity to add other trophies to his cabinet as Hearts have been paired with Elmina Sharks in the round of 16 of FA Cup and could also stage a late challenge in Ghana Premier League despite currently trailing Kotoko by fourteen points.

Razak becomes the hero as Hearts of Oak win 2022 President’s Cup against Kotoko

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Razak becomes the hero as Hearts of Oak win 2022 President’s Cup against Kotoko

The midfielder rose from the bench to score the all-important goal as the Phobians pipped their rivals to lift their first trophy of the season

Hearts of Oak defeated Asante Kotoko 2-1 to win 2022 President’s Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday.

The game, which took place just two weeks after the two sides shared the spoils goalless at the same venue, had Ghana’s president Nana Akufo-Addo watching from the VIP stands as the country prepares to celebrate it’s independence on Sunday.

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh announced his starting line up against Hearts of Oak with known faces.

Young goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim once again was given the nod ahead of Kwame Baah to start in post while Imoro Ibrahim came in for Charles Owusu who got injured against Dreams FC.

He adds up to Augustine Agyapong, Mubarik Yussif and and Abdul Ganiu Ismail make up the defence.

Meanwhile, Sherrif Mohammed, Justice Blay, Mudasiru and Richmond Lamptey started in midfield while Cameroonian striker George Mfegue and Etouga Mbella started in attack.

On the part of Hearts of Oak, goalkeeper Richard Attah started in post while Fatawu Mohammed, Mohammed Alhassan, Robert Addo Sowah and Dennis Korsah made up the defence.

Sulley Ali Muntari started in midfield together Salim Adams, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh and Aziz Nurudeen.

Also, Kwadwo Obeng Junior and Isaac Mensah will start upfront in search of goals.

Barnieh sent Hearts ahead in the game by the 50th minute after a fine play in Kotoko’s box before Samuel Boateng pulled even for Kotoko on 78th minute.

However, substitute Patrick Razak left it late to snatch the winner as a mistake from Kotoko led to a counterattack which the winger rounded goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim by the 88th minute and calmly slotted in the all-important goal.

Kotoko, who are now left with Ghana Premier League to win will travel to Bechem on Tuesday to face Bechem United on matchday nineteen.

Kotoko coach names Etouga & Mfegue in starting XI in President Cup

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Kotoko coach names Etouga & Mfegue in starting XI in President Cup

The Porcupine Warriors boss has announced his starting team that will battle to the Phobians in the Super Clash

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh has announced his starting line up against Hearts of Oak in the 2022 President Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday evening.

Young goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim has once again been given the nod ahead of Kwame Baah to start in post while Imoro Ibrahim comes in for Charles Owusu who got injured against Dreams FC.

He adds up to Augustine Agyapong, Mubarik Yussif and and Abdul Ganiu Ismail make up the defence.

Meanwhile, Sherrif Mohammed, Justice Blay, Mudasiru and Richmond Lamptey start in midfield.

Cameroonian striker George Mfegue and Etouga Mbella start in attack.

Asante Kotoko XI vs Hearts;

Ibrahim Danlad (GK), Augustine Agyapong, Imoro Ibrahim, Mubarik Yussif, Abdul Ganiyu (C), Sheriff Mohammed, Georges Mfegue, Justice Blay, Franck Etouga, Mudasiru Salifu, Richmond Lamptey.

Sulley Muntari starts as Hearts coach names starting line up against Kotoko in President Cup

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Sulley Muntari starts as Hearts coach names starting line up against Kotoko in President Cup

The Phobians boss has announced his starting team that will face Asante Kotoko in the Super Clash

Hearts of Oak coach Samuel Boadu has announced his starting line up against Asante Kotoko in the 2022 President Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday evening.

Goalkeeper Richard Attah will start in post while Fatawu Mohammed, Mohammed Alhassan, Robert Addo Sowah and Dennis Korsah make up the defence.

Sulley Ali Muntari will start in midfield together Salim Adams, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh and Aziz Nurudeen.

Also, Kwadwo Obeng Junior and Isaac Mensah will start upfront in search of goals.

Hearts shared the spoils goalless with Kotoko a fortnight ago in the Premier League.

Hearts starting XI:

Richard Attah (GK), Fatawu Mohammed (C), Mohammed Alhassan, Robert Addo Sowah, Dennis Nkrumah-Korsah, Abdul Aziz Nurudeen, Salim Adams, Sulley Ali Muntari, Daniel Afriyie Barnieh, Kwadwo Obeng Jr., Isaac Mensah

Ghana coach Otto Addo names Dutch-born Leeroy Owusu in Black Stars squad to face Nigeria

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Ghana coach Otto Addo names Dutch-born Leeroy Owusu in Black Stars squad to face Nigeria

The full-back has reportedly been handed his maiden call up to represent Ghana ahead of the World Cup qualifiers

Ghana coach Otto Addo has named Dutch-born of Ghanaian descent Leeroy Owusu in the Black Stars squad to face Nigeria in 2022 FIFA World Cup play-off game later this month, according to Kickgh.

The 25-year-old defender has been called as a replacement to former Dreams FC right-back Philimon Baffour who is reportedly dropped from the squad after failing to make a single appearance at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations held in Cameroon.

Owusu, who was born to Ghanaian parents in Netherlands, has previously represented Netherlands at the youth level. However, he has made 23 league appearances for Willem II in Dutch Eredivisie this season and Ghana FA has reportedly succeeded in his national switch with FIFA.

Earlier on Thursday, reports emerged that Otto Addo has dropped seven players who were part of the Black Stars squad that participated in 2021 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup playoffs against Nigeria later this year and Kamaldeen’s injury could become a major worry.

Notable among the names dropped include Andre Ayew and box-to-box midfielder Wakaso Mubarak who could not kick a ball at the Afcon due to injury concerns.

Ayew, in particular, has been dropped because of suspension as he picked a red card against Comoros in the final game of the group stage at the Afcon.

Also, former Dreams FC player Philimon Baffour who has constantly been chastised by Ghanaians for his inclusion in the Black Stars has finally been dropped alongside RTU midfielder David Abagna Sandan.

Also, Yeni Malatyspor striker Benjamin Tetteh has been dropped following his ban by CAF after he was captured on camera for hitting a Gabonese player at the Afcon.

The others include Great Olympics forward Maxwell Abbey Quaye and St. Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi for poor run of performance. The shot-stopper, in particular, has been constantly conceding goals (44) in 23 games in the Swiss Premier League

SHOCKING: Medals for 2022 President Cup surface on social media [Watch Video]

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SHOCKING: Medals for 2022 President Cup surface on social media [Watch Video]

The pictures and videos medals to be given out to both Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak have been leaked on social media and a section of Ghanaians seem unhappy

Ahead of the 2022 President Cup between Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, the medals to be given out to players and officials of both clubs have been leaked onto social media hours before the game.

Although, the quality of the medals is rated as a good one, a lot of Ghanaians believe it is substandard and do not meet expectations since it is an event meant to honour the country’s president Nana Akufo-Addo.

WATCH THE MEDALS TO BE GIVEN TO HEARTS & KOTOKO

The game, which was only confirmed a fortnight ago, is been organized by Ghana League Clubs Association.

Kotoko left Kumasi on Wednesday afternoon to Accra with their new bus after it was unveiled by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Manhyia Palace.

Ghana coach Otto Addo likely to drop this midfielder who plays in France ahead of Nigeria clash

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Ghana coach Otto Addo likely to drop this midfielder who plays in France ahead of Nigeria clash

The midfielder picked up an injury at his club side and could be out of the cliffhanger encounter against Nigeria in three weeks time

Ghana’s sensational winger Kamaldeen Sulemana has suffered a small crack in his back vertebra and could miss Ghana’s World Cup Play off game against Nigeria later this month, according to reports in the local media.

Although, Kamaldeen Sulemana has been named in the provisional squad which will be made official in the coming days, his availability is still doubtful since he may need more time to fully recover from the setback.

According to Stade Rennais head coach Bruno Genesio, the winger could be sidelined for a month or two which means that he may sit out of both the first leg of the 2022 Fifa World Cup playoffs against Nigeria at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium and the second leg in Abuja.

“No, it’s not a blow, he [Kamaldeen Sulemana] has what it is called an isthmic lysis. I’m not a doctor so I’m not going to go into details but it’s a small crack in a vertebra in the back,” Genesio said in a press conference.

“For now, there is no delay because it is still a little sensitive place so we will see the evolution as we go along but he may sit out for some time we are unaware of” he added.

The former FC Nordsjaelland player failed to glitter at the Africa Cup of Nations held in Cameroon between January and February, but his quality has never been in doubt.

Sulemana has been touted as the next big thing in Europe following his explosive displays and even beats PSG superstar Lionel Messi in terms of dribbles in French Ligue 1 this season.

Earlier on Thursday, reports emerged that Otto Addo has dropped seven players who were part of the Black Stars squad that participated in 2021 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup playoffs against Nigeria later this year and Kamaldeen’s injury could become a major worry.

Notable among the names dropped include Andre Ayew and box-to-box midfielder Wakaso Mubarak who could not kick a ball at the Afcon due to injury concerns.

Ayew, in particular, has been dropped because of suspension as he picked a red card against Comoros in the final game of the group stage at the Afcon.

Also, former Dreams FC player Philimon Baffour who has constantly been chastised by Ghanaians for his inclusion in the Black Stars has finally been dropped alongside RTU midfielder David Abagna Sandan.

Also, Yeni Malatyspor striker Benjamin Tetteh has been dropped following his ban by CAF after he was captured on camera for hitting a Gabonese player at the Afcon.

The others include Great Olympics forward Maxwell Abbey Quaye and St. Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi for poor run of performance. The shot-stopper, in particular, has been constantly conceding goals (44) in 23 games in the Swiss Premier League

Ghana coach Otto Addo drops seven players who went to 2021 Afcon ahead of Nigeria clash

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Ghana coach Otto Addo drops seven players who went to 2021 Afcon ahead of Nigeria clash

The interim coach has reportedly dropped seven players who participated in the Africa Cup of Nations held last month in Cameroon

Ghana interim coach Otto Addo has dropped seven players who were part of the Black Stars squad that participated in 2021 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of 2022 Fifa World Cup playoffs against Nigeria later this year.

Notable among these names include Andre Ayew and box-to-box midfielder Wakaso Mubarak who could not kick a ball at the Afcon due to injury concerns.

Ayew, in particular, has been dropped because of suspension as he picked a red card against Comoros in the final game of the group stage at the Afcon.

Also, former Dreams FC player Philimon Baffour who has constantly been chastised by Ghanaians for his inclusion in the Black Stars has finally been dropped alongside RTU midfielder David Abagna Sandan.

Also, Yeni Malatyspor striker Benjamin Tetteh has been dropped following his ban by CAF after he was captured on camera for hitting a Gabonese player at the Afcon.

The others include Great Olympics forward Maxwell Abbey Quaye and St. Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi for poor run of performance. The shot-stopper, in particular, has been constantly conceding goals (44) in 23 games in the Swiss Premier League
 
As a result, Bechem United goalkeeper Abdulai Iddrisu and Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim are in contention to replace Ati-zigi.

Also, Aduana Stars striker Bright Agyei and Bechem United forward Augustine Okrah as well as Asante Kotoko midfielder Mudasiru Salifu are been monitored for a call up.

Ghana will host Nigeria on March 25 at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium before they travel to Abuja for the return fixture three days later.

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