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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

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)

Popular Radio DJ/Host Big Shaq Attacker confirmed dead

The astute radio personality has been confirmed dead early hours of Monday after a short illness

Popular radio Presenter/DJ Nana Yaw Agyemang also known in showbiz as Big Shaq Attacker has been confirmed dead.

The astute radio personality until his untimely death was working with Kumasi-based radio Abusua FM and host of popular program Did Wo Lane Mu alongside El Lizato the African Philosopher.

Although, Big Shark worked with several radio stations including Radio Mercury, Kapital Radio, Fox FM, Boss FM, Sky FM, Okese FM and Boss FM, it was at Metro FM where he became a household name in Kumasi.

The family is yet to announce his burial arrangements and final burial rites.

Video: Watch how Sulley Muntari nearly scored a goal from corner kick against Great Olympics

The midfielder finally made his much-anticipated bow for the Phobians on Sunday in the Ga Mantse derby and his wife and kids could not believe their eyes

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari made his official debut for the club in the 1-0 defeat to Great Olympics in Ga Mantse derby at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Muntari was brought on by coach Samuel Boadu by the 77th minute to replace William Dankyi and his wife and kids were happily supporting him from the VIP section of the stadium.

After coming on, Muntari immediately showed what he has to offer Hearts as began to cause troubles for Olympics with his long passes.

At a point, the former AC Milan and Inter Milan star nearly scored the equalizer from a corner kick only for a Great Olympics defender to clear the ball from the first pole.

Although, Hearts lost, Muntari’s performance has been hailed by the club’s supporters and neutrals who watched the game.

Muntari’s wife Menaye Donkor and kids also got some of the attention as they were captured in high mood cheering him on when he walked down to the fourth official to be ushered into the game.

Video: Watch the reactions of Sulley Muntari’s wife Menaye Donkor & kids as he marked his debut for Hearts of Oak

The midfielder made finally made his much-anticipated bow for the Phobians on Sunday in the Ga Mantse derby and his wife and kids could not believe their eyes

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari made his official debut for the club in the 1-0 defeat to Great Olympics in Ga Mantse derby at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

However, his wife Menaye Donkor and kids also got some of the attention as they were captured in high mood cheering him on when he walked down to the fourth official to be ushered into the game.

Muntari was brought on by coach Samuel Boadu by the 77th minute to replace William Dankyi and his wife and kids were happily supporting him from the VIP section of the stadium.

Although, Hearts lost, Muntari’s performance has been hailed by the club’s supporters and neutrals who watched the game.

Hearts of Oak 0-1 Great Olympics: Sulley Muntari tastes defeat on his debut for Phobians

The Phobians poor start to their title defence continued as they were pipped at home by their city rivals on Sunday

Hearts of Oak were defeated 1-0 by city rivals Great Olympics in the Ga Mantse derby in matchday sixteen of Ghana Premier League at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Ahead of the game, the Phobians announced that former AC Milan midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari will be available to make his bow and he was handed jersey number 10 which was previously worn by Emmanuel Nettey.

The Phobians had a shaky start as Olympics began to cause problems to their backline with Abbey Quaye leading it for the series of threats for the visitors.

Hearts were handed a golden opportunity to go in front by the 20th minute as Kwame Obeng Junior met a James Serwornu’s cross but the striker couldn’t direct his header on target.

Olympics found an opening by the 30th minute as Razak Yussif connected a long pass, raced through Hearts’ midfield and perfectly slotted the ball beyond the reach of onrushing goalkeeper Richmond Ayi.

How Yussif Razak scored the only goal of the game for Great Olympics

Four minutes later, Obeng Junior had another glorious opportunity to level the score for Hearts but instead of hitting the target, the young striker opted to lay a pass to which was timely intercepted by Razak Kasim to save the situation.

After the break, Hearts improved their performance and Gladson Awako came close to equalising by the 49th minute but his shot narrowly missed the target.

Hearts finally brought on Muntari for William Dankyi by the 77th minute while Fatawu Mohammed replaced Gladson Awako as they pushed men forward for the equalizer.

How Muntari made his debut for Hearts of Oak

Muntari quickly announced his presence with a log pass to Daniel Afriyie Barnieh but the youngster failed to make the most out of it to the frustration of the home supporters.

Hearts continued with their search for the all-important goal but Olympics were resolute at the back and prevented the Phobians from having an opening to slot home the equalizer.

The defeat means that Hearts are now ten points behind Asante Kotoko who have two games in hand.

Watch Razak Yussif’s first half goal for Great Olympics against Hearts of Oak

The youngster teared away from his marker and perfectly sent the Wonder Club ahead in the Ga Mantse derby on Sunday

Great Olympics had the best of laughs in the first half of the Ga Mantse derby as youngster Razak Yussif shot them ahead by the 31st minute.

The youngster was played through by his teammate on the halfway mark as Hearts opted to defend highline and he did not waste time to put them in front with a wonderful finish.

Razak after connecting the pass, calmly slotted his last ditch effort beyond the reach of onrushing goalkeeper Richmond Ayi.

Yussif Razak’s wonderful goal

Sulley Muntari to wear jersey #10 for Hearts in Ga Mantse derby against Great Olympics

The 37-year-old is named as part of the matchday squad as the Phobians host their city rivals in the Ga Mantse derby

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Muntari has arrived at the Accra Sports Stadium with his teammates ahead of the Ga Mantse derby against Great Olympics in matchday sixteen of Ghana Premier League.

The 37-year-old is expected to make his bow for the Phobians as they hope to silence their city rivals this afternoon in the all-important game which could go a long way to determine their title defence.

Hearts are currently ten points behind Asante Kotoko as they have suffered a slow start to the season but they are hoping to have a turn of events with the arrival of Muntari.

The former AC Milan and Inter Milan star will be wearing jersey number 10 which became vacant following the departure of Emmanuel Nettey.

Also, Hearts have been able to secure the services of former Ebusua Dwarfs captain Dennis Korsah and are hoping to WAFA defender Konadu Yiadom to their squad in the coming days.

Hearts Starting XI vs Great Olympics:

“If God blesses someone, be happy for him,” Ex Bayern Munich defender Osei Kuffour heaps praise on Despite’s 2022 Bugatti Chiron car

The ex-footballer was full of praise as he watched the business mogul display his newly acquired Bugatti Chiron sports car on Sunday

Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour (Sammy Tuga) was elated upon seeing the newly acquired 2022 Bugatti Chiron sports car by business mogul Osei Kwame ‘Despite’ on Sunday.

The business mogul gifted himself the 2022 Bugatti Chiron Super Sport as part of his 60th birthday celebration and that drew a lot of crowd who came to catch a glimpse of the $3 million worth luxurious car.

Watch Despite’s $3 million worth Bugatti Chiron sports car

Despite brought the car to East Legon Executive Fitness Fun Club on Sunday morning where Kuffour also went to train to maintain his good fitness.

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The CHIRON is the fastest, most powerful, and exclusive production super sports car in BUGATTI’s history. Its sophisticated design, innovative technology, and iconic, performance-oriented form make it a unique masterpiece of art, form and technique, that pushes boundaries beyond imagination.

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Watch how Andre Ayew scored a wonderful header after only ten seconds on the field for Al Sadd

The forward rose from the bench to perfectly meet a corner kick after only ten seconds on the field

Ghana captain Andre Ayew scored a wonderful header for Al Sadd in their league game.

The 32-year-old came from the bench to score a wonderful header after just ten seconds.

Ayew was left on the bench by Al Sadd coach due to fatigue but the former Swansea City captain announced his presence just few seconds on the field.

Ghana captain Andre Ayew scored this beauty of a header after coming from the bench just TEN seconds

Watch Ayew’s header in the Qatari Premier League

Ayew will be missed when Ghana play Nigeria in the final qualifying game of the 2022 Fifa World Cup due to suspension.

He saw red against Comoros in the final group game of 2021 Africa Cup of Nations held in Cameroon and will have to miss two international games.