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Breaking News: Otto Addo appointed as new Ghana coach

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Breaking News: Otto Addo appointed as new Ghana coach

The former midfielder has been named as the new head coach of the Black Stars ahead of the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualifiers

Former Ghana midfielder Otto Addo has been named as the new Black Stars coach, AshesGyamera.com can confirm.

The former Borussia Dortmund assistant coach will replace Serbian coach Milovan Rajevac who was fired last week after a poor performance at 2021 Africa Cup of Nations held in Cameroon.

The Black Stars failed to win any of their three games at the competition and surprisingly lost to Comoros and Morocco as well as shared the spoils with Gabon.

“Former Newcastle United and Brighton and Hove Albion manager Chris Hughton has been appointed as Technical Advisor to the newly constituted Black Stars Technical team led by Otto Addo,” a GFA statement read.

“Other members of the new Technical team include George Boateng and Mas-Ud Didi Dramani. The 63- year old will provide Technical advice to the three man team for next month’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 play-off match against Nigeria.

“The Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association took the decision at a meeting held in Accra on Wednesday, February 9, 2022.

“Otto Addo, a former Ghana player is currently the Assistant Coach of German Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund – he boasts of about 13 years of Coaching experience that dates back to 2009 when he first took up the job of an Assistant Coach at Hamburger SV.

“The 46-year old previously worked as a scout for the Black Stars in 2013 prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil and the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea.

“The four man team has been put together to take charge of the two matches against rivals Nigeria. The Black Stars will take on the Super Eagles at the Cape Coast stadium on March 24 before travelling to Nigeria for the 2nd leg at the Abuja Sports stadium on Sunday, March 27, 2022,” the statement added.

Danlad Ibrahim apologises for attacking assistant referee Asante in Kotoko’s defeat to Elmina Sharks

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Danlad Ibrahim apologises for attacking assistant referee Asante in Kotoko’s defeat to Elmina Sharks

The youngster has admitted his mistake following his physical and verbal attacks on the assistant referee during Kotoko’s defeat to Elmina Sharks on Monday

Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim has apologised for attacking assistant referee Isaac Asante in his side’s 2-1 away defeat to Elmina Sharks in Ghana Premier League on Monday.

The 19-year-old charged on the assistant referee two after he flagged for a retake of the penalty he saved from Sharks striker Alhaji Mustapha.

Mustapha scored from the spot on the second time and Sharks held on to record their first victory in eight games.

Although, the assistant referee wasn’t harmed, Danlad was captured verbally abusing him and pushed him at a point.

Reports suggest Ghana Premier League Match Review Committee will analyse the situation and come out with their verdict later.

Despite the defeat, Kotoko are still leading the Premier League log with 33 points, four points above Bechem United who sit in second place.

Kotoko will host Accra Lions in the last but one fixture of the first round of the season on Saturday at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium before they travel to Accra Sports Stadium on February 20 to lock horns with Hearts of Oak in the outstanding game.

Referee Abdulai explains why he awarded a penalty against Kotoko & why Danlad’s save didn’t count

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Referee Abdulai explains why he awarded a penalty against Kotoko & why Danlad’s save didn’t count

The Porcupine Warriors picked their second defeat of the season in Elmina and it has led into a lot of debate

Class one referee Abdulai Iddrisu has revealed that the penalty he awarded Elmina Sharks was legitimate despite the brouhaha surrounding it.

Kotoko were pipped 2-1 by Elmina Sharks at the Nduom Sports Stadium on Monday despite taking the lead through Dickson Afoakwa in the first half.

However Kwaw equalised for Sharks before Alhaji Mustapha slotted in the winner after the break through a penalty.

Although, Mustapha’s initial attempt on goal was saved by goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim, referee Ibrahim has explained why he ordered the player to retake the kick.

Referee Abdulai Ibrahim has shed light on why he awarded a penalty against Asante Kotoko and why he ordered Alhaji Mustapha to retake his penalty after Danlad Ibrahim saved the first one

Ghana FA to conduct investigations on Berekum Arsenal goalkeeper Naanio on alleged match fixing scandal

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Ghana FA to conduct investigations on Berekum Arsenal goalkeeper Naanio on alleged match fixing scandal

The shot-stopper scored a bizarre own goal over the weekend which has shocked the entire football fraternity

Berekum Arsenal goalkeeper Julius Naanio is under investigations following a bizarre own goal he scored in a 2-2 draw over the weekend against Bolga All Stars in Ghana Division One League.

Naanio recieved a pass from his teammate and awkwardly kicked the ball into his own net without being under a serious pressure.

Julius Naanio, the goalie for Berekum Arsenal, will be having nightmares after scoring a spectacular own goal in his team’s 2-2 draw with Bolga All-Stars.

According to reports, Ghana FA have contacted the match officials for immediate release of their reports on the day in order to open investigations to the matter.

Reports suggest that Naanio has been accused of match fixing and should Naanio be found guilty of the charges to be pressed on him, he could face a five-year ban.

It can be recalled that investigations are still underway in the game involving Ashanti Gold and Inter Allies after reports suggested that there was a match fixing scandal involved in the game.

Watch the bizarre own goal scored by Naanio

‘The referee was wrong on many occasions,’ furious Prosper Ogum blames referee after defeat to Elmina Sharks

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‘The referee was wrong on many occasions,’ furious Prosper Ogum blames referee after defeat to Elmina Sharks

The Porcupine Warriors boss believes the referee had a hand in his side’s defeat to Elmina Sharks on Monday

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh believes his side suffered a shocking 2-1 defeat to Elmina Sharks in Ghana Premier League on Monday because of poor officiating.

Adu Kwaw and Alhaji Mustapha’s two goals cancelled Dickson Afoakwa’s first half effort to end Kotoko’s eight game unbeaten run as they ended the game with ten men following a red card to Imoro Ibrahim.

Although, Danlad Ibrahim saved Mustapha’s initial penalty, the referee adjudged that the Kotoko goalkeeper moved off his line and Mustapha did not make a mistake in the second time.

“I mean you saw it. We played better but we just couldn’t win. Not that they were able to map up a strategy to stop us from playing,” Ogum said.

“We were the better side and had some chances that we could have scored but we didn’t take those chances. We had a chance which was the penalty that we could have comeback but we couldn’t. Etouga remains our best penalty taker.”

Watch all the three goals scored in the game

“From where I stood, I didn’t see Danlad moving off his line so the players definitely will complain but the typical Ghanaian referees always want to threaten players. But the question is, was it a penalty in the first place?” he added.

 Ogum, however, rejected suggestions that the defeat to Sharks is a setback which could lead to series of uninspiring results.

“The defeat isn’t a setback. We only lost. We could have come back even with ten men but we couldn’t so we will go back and prepare for the next games,” he said.

Kotoko lead the log with 33 points, four points above Bechem United but have a game in hand against Hearts of Oak.

They will welcome debutants Accra Lions to the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Elmina Sharks 2-1 Asante Kotoko: Alhaji Mustapha’s penalty ends Kotoko winning streak in GPL

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Elmina Sharks 2-1 Asante Kotoko: Alhaji Mustapha’s penalty ends Kotoko winning streak in GPL

The Porcupine Warriors ambitions to stretch the point gap at the top was dealt a big blow in Elmina

Elmina Sharks defied the odds to defeat ten-man Asante Kotoko 2-1 on matchday sixteen of Ghana Premier League at the Nduom Sports Stadium on Monday.

After going eight games without a win, Sharks shocked Kotoko who also came into the game on the back of four eight unbeaten games.

Young goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim maintained his place in the Kotoko squad as well as Augustine Agyapong who started once again ahead of Christopher Nettey. Skipper Abdul Ganiu, Mubarik Yussif and Imoro Ibrahim complete the defensive setup.

In midfield, Richard Boadu ‘Agadas’ was left on the bench for Sherrif Mohammed to start alongside Mudasiru Salifu, Richmond Lamptey and Dickson Afoakwa, while Cameroonian strikers Etuoga Mbella Frank Thierry and Georges Mfegue Rodrigues led the attack.

Dickson Afoakwa opened the scoring on the 38th minute following a wonderful run by Mfegue who perfectly set up the former Stellenbosch midfielder to calmly tap in the first goal.

However, Kotoko’s lead lasted only four minutes as Sharks found an opening and pulled even through a corner kick. Adu Kwaw rose above his marker and powerfully headed in the teasing cross which went past goalkeeper Danlad.

After the break, Kotoko saw improvement in their play but they were pegged back by the 51st minute as Sharks went ahead through Alhaji Mustapha.

Sherif Mohammed was punished to have handled the ball in the box and Mustapha stepped forward to slot in the resulting kick after his initial effort was saved by Danlad which the referee spotted encroachment and ordered a retake.

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Kotoko were soon reduced to ten men as left-back Imoro Ibrahim saw red card following a poor tackle.

Although, Kotoko made several changes and pushed men forward for the equalizer but they could not find an opening.

The defeat is Kotoko’s second of the season but still sees them at the top of the log with 33 points, four points above Bechem United who sit second and ten points better than arch rivals Hearts of Oak.

Kotoko will host debutants Accra Lions next weekend at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.

Asante Kotoko players arrive at Nduom Sports Stadium in high mood

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Asante Kotoko players arrive at Nduom Sports Stadium in high mood

The Porcupines touched down at the match venue in one of the best moods as they hope to continue their fine form in the league

Asante Kotoko players touched down in Elmina in one of the best moods as they take on Elmina Sharks in the last game of Ghana Premier League matchday sixteen.

Prosper Ogum Narteh has named an unchanged squad as they team that defeated Medeama and Great Olympics are starting once again.

Kotoko players arrival at Nduom Sports Stadium in Elmina

Abalora keeps clean sheet on Sherif Tiraspol debut; could start in Europa League on Thursday

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Abalora keeps clean sheet on Sherif Tiraspol debut; could start in Europa League on Thursday

The shot-stopper had an impressive performance for his new club as he made his debut in a friendly game over the weekend

Former Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Razak Abalora finally made his bow for his club FK Sherif Tiraspol in the 2-0 win over FC Balti in the winter pre-season friendly.

 
With Sherif Tiraspol preparing to host Portuguese giants Braga on Thursday in the first game of the Uefa Europa League group stage, Abalora was handed a starting role in post to showcase what he has brought on board.

And the Ghana international put up a spirited performance as he kept the strikers of Balti at bay with some fine saves.

Abalora, 25, who joined the Moldovan champions last month, was also impressive with his defensive organisation as well as ball distributions.

Aside Abalora, there were three other Ghanaians in Tiraspol’s squad including Edmund Addo, Abdul Basit Khalid and Patrick Kpozo, who signed for the club three days before Abalora.

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Prosper Ogum names Justice Blay on the bench as Kotoko face Elmina Sharks; Check starting XI

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Prosper Ogum names Justice Blay on the bench as Kotoko face Elmina Sharks; Check starting XI

The midfielder could make his second debut for the Porcupine Warriors as he has been named on the bench

Asante Kotoko coach Prosper Ogum Narteh has named his starting XI to face Elmina Sharks in Ghana Premier League matchday sixteen fixture at Nduom Sports Stadium in Elmina.Midfielder Justice Blay who rejoined Kotoko a fortnight ago as a free agent from Medeama is on the bench.

Young goalkeeper Danlad Ibrahim has maintained his place in the squad as well as Augustine Agyapong who starts once again ahead of Christopher Nettey. Skipper Abdul Ganiu, Mubarik Yussif and Imoro Ibrahim complete the defensive setup.

In midfield, Richard Boadu ‘Agadas’ has been left on the bench for Sherrif Mohammed to start alongside Mudasiru Salifu, Richmond Lamptey and Dickson Afoakwa, while Cameroonian strikers Etuoga Mbella Frank Thierry and Georges Mfegue Rodrigues led the attack.

Asante Kotoko XI vs Elmina Sharks:

Monday’s Edition of Football Transfer Gossips around the world

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Monday’s Edition of Football Transfer Gossips around the world

Barcelona coach Xavi put one over on opposite number Diego Simeone and then admitted: ‘We understand football in a different way, that’s why we don’t see eye to eye’.(Daily Mail)

Kalvin Phillips is pushing for a new deal from Leeds after the club knocked back three bids from West Ham last month.(The Sun)

Carlos Tevez is reportedly ‘in talks’ with DC United over a potential move to the MLS.(The Sun)

Liverpool are keeping tabs on Le Havre youngster Andy Elysee Logbo, dubbed the next Romelu Lukaku, reports suggest.(The Sun)

AC Milan want to hijack Liverpool’s move for Fulham wonderkid Fabio Carvalho, according to reports.(The Sun)

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to sign on for another season at AC Milan.(The Sun)

Barcelona boss Xavi could scupper Thomas Tuchel’s plans for Chelsea’s summer transfer window as he reportedly lines up a move for Jules Kounde.(Daily Star)

Manchester United are set for a welcome windfall after agreeing to sell forgotten midfielder Andreas Pereira for an eight-figure sum.(The Times)

David Moyes has said he is concerned that international duty could take its toll on Michail Antonio.(The Guardian)

Furious boss Brendan Rodgers has told his Leicester City flops they are fighting for their futures after being dumped out of the FA Cup by Nottingham Forest.(The Independent)

England midfielder Declan Rice, 23, will be the subject of a summer transfer fight between Manchester United and Chelsea. (Sky Sports)

Barcelona are hoping to conclude the transfers of Chelsea’s Spain defender Cesar Azpilicueta, 32, and Denmark centre-back Andreas Christensen, 25, in a matter of days. (Express)

Manchester United have joined Arsenal in being keen on Real Sociedad’s 22-year-old striker Alexander Isak, with the Old Trafford club viewing the Sweden forward as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo. (Football London)

Lille president Olivier Letang says 22-year-old Netherlands defender Sven Botman – who was linked with a move to Newcastle in January – deserves to play for a club that can win the Champions League. (Le Parisien via Fabrizio Romano)

Representatives for former West Ham, Manchester United and Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez are in talks with MLS side DC United. The 38-year-old Argentine has been a free agent since leaving Boca Juniors in July last year. (The Athletic via Mail)

Manchester United have agreed a £12m fee with Flamengo for Andreas Pereira, the club in his homeland where the 26-year-old Brazilian is on loan. (Mirror)

Former England striker Kevin Phillips says Liverpool could sign a long-term successor for Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, 29, in 20-year-old Arsenal and England forward Bukayo Saka. (Football Insider)

Chelsea and Germany’s 28-year-old defender Antonio Rudiger, who is out of contract at the end of the season, wants £225,000 a week to stay at Stamford Bridge, with the Blues offering £140,000 a week. (Mirror)

RB Leipzig director Oliver Mintzlaff is confident 24-year-old French midfielder Christopher Nkunku will remain at the club despite interest from Liverpool and Arsenal. (Sky 90)

France defender Layvin Kurzawa, 29, was offered on loan to Lille by Paris St-Germain in the January transfer window. (Le Parisien, in French)

Barcelona’s Spain midfielder Gavi, 17, has turned down a contract extension as the salary does not meet his demands. (Sport, in Spanish)

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