Tag: Sulley Muntari

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.

https://youtu.be/CMKqqjqPg74

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.

https://youtu.be/WD80yBtE_Zk
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.

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:

Muntari ready to tattoo Ghana Premier League trophy on his body if Hearts win it over Kotoko

The midfielder says he doesn’t have any problems adding a tattoo of the Premier League trophy to the Uefa Champions League he won with Inter Milan

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Muntari has admitted that he would wish to win Ghana Premier League this season and add a tattoo of the trophy to the collection he already has on his body.

The 37-year-old penned down a one-year deal this week with the Phobians, bringing to an end his three-year stay off the field and series of speculations about his future.

Although, Asante Kotoko have opened a ten-point gap between them and Hearts, Muntari believes it is possible to catch up and would not have a problem to make a tattoo of the trophy on his body should Hearts eventually win it.

Sulley Muntari talks about his readiness to tattoo Ghana Premier League trophy on his skin

“Yeah why not [I wouldn’t mind having a tattoo of the Premier League on my skin],” Muntari told Hearts media in his first interview.

“The things I have on my skin are important to me,” he added.

Muntari previously stated that he would love to play for Kotoko before hanging his boots, he believes Hearts play good football and it is one of the reasons why he chose to don the rainbow colours.

“Hearts of Oak play good football. It is a tough team and one of the best in Africa so I’m happy to be part of it,” Muntari said in his first interview with Hearts Media.

The former Uefa Champions League winner began his career in Ghana with Liberty Professionals before leaving the shores of the country to join Udinese in Italy.

“Ghana Premier League goalkeepers should prepare for Sulley Muntari’s powerful shots,” fitness trainer cautions

The 37-year-old has returned to the pitch after three years and he is expected light up the local league

Hearts of Oak midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari is expected to score several long range goals in Ghana Premier League, according to his personal fitness coach Leonard Akoto.

Muntari, 37, signed a one-year deal with the Phobians last week after three years as a free agent and he is expected to start games in the coming days.

Although, a lot of people have raised concerns about Muntari’s fitness level, Akoto believes the former AC Milan and Inter Milan star is ready to take the local league by storm.

“Sulley Ali Muntari is very fit and he will shock everybody, he will score on his debut for Hearts of Oak. He will score from either a free kick or long range,” Akoto told journalist Vandal Andy in an interview.

“He has also told Ghana Premier League goalkeepers to prepare for his long range shots from 35 yards or 40 yards out,” he added.

Muntari officially trained with Hearts on Wednesday and was mobbed by supporters of the club who showered praise on him.

To them, the arrival of Muntari will spur them on to successfully defend the Premier League title they won last season despite their slow start this term.

Hearts of Oak close to sign former Inter Milan midfielder Muntari [Check contract details]

The Phobians were eager to add another creative and experience influence onto their books, with the former Inter Milan foe now acquired as a free agent

Hearts of Oak have closed in on former Inter Milan and AC Milan midfielder Sulley Ali Muntari, according to reports in the local media.

The 36-year-old has been training with the Phobians for a week now and reports suggest he would sign a one-year contract to compliment the Phobians midfield as they hope to improve their squad to successfully defend the Ghana Premier League title they won las season.

Sulley Muntari’s contract with Hearts of Oak, if confirmed, will see him as the highest paid player in Ghana Premier League.

The Uefa Champions League winner is expected to be unveiled in the coming days after training with the Phobians for some time and impressing head coach Samuel Boadu as well as the entire technical team.

Aside his influence on the field of play, Muntari’s imminent deal with Hearts will see the Phobians raking in a lot of monies off the field through endorsement and publicity.

Reports also suggest that Muntari will not take a signing on fee but take huge bonuses and as well as get a percentage of every contract signed by Hearts because of him.

Asante Kotoko sign Sulley Muntari’s younger brother Muniru in two-year deal

The Porcupine Warriors have announced the signing of the midfielder on Monday after finally receiving his documents

Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko have completed the signing of Sulley Muniru in a two-year deal as a free agent from Tambov FC, the two clubs have confirmed.

Muniru’s deal was expected to be completed on transfer deadline day but had last minute delay as his ITC delayed but it was finally completed on Monday afternoon.

Having had stints with Portuguese side Tondela, Turkish Super Lig side Yeni Malatyaspor and Dinamo Minsk, Muniru comes on board with a lot of experience as Kotoko hope to win 2020/21 Ghana Premier League title as well as qualify to the group stages of Caf Champions League.

Muniru has become the eleventh signing made by Kotoko after the arrival of Ghana goalkeeper Razak Abalora, Patrick Asmah, Fabio da Silva Gama, Andrew Appau, among others.

Prince Tagoe wants ‘cheap’ fame, says Asamoah Gyan

Ghana captain Asamoah Gyan has reacted angrily to comments made by Prince Tagoe about the Black Stars captaincy insisting that the former striker wants to ride on his name for fame.

Tagoe who played alongside Gyan in the Black Stars on numerous occasions, believes coach Kwesi Appiah made a huge mistake to pick Gyan ahead of Sulley Muntari and Michael Essien in 2012 since the duo were the seniors in the team at that time.

“What I can say is that everybody have his or her opinion. Even when a president is elected, someone will still argue that he doesn’t deserve to be the President,” Gyan told Hot FM.

“Others will also oppose to that comment and say he deserved it. Prince Tagoe is also saying his mind but I was expecting him to say it when he was in camp with us. We played together so he had the best of opportunities to express his grievances.”

“When people want to become famous ,they often try to use my name. The captain was given to me six years ago so why now? These people are only tarnishing my image because they know they can get the fame they are craving for after this.

“I worked really hard to earn the fame that I’m enjoying. Prince Tagoe and Nana Aba Anamoah are only using my name for fame,” he added.

Gyan is Ghana’s all-time topscorer with 51 goals and has admitted he will hang his boots after the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations holding in Cameroon.