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Majeed Waris pleased to reach 100 game milestone in Ligue 1

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FC Nantes forward Abdul Majeed Waris has expressed his delight after reaching a landmark 100 games in Ligue 1 Conforama. The Ghanaian international celebrated the milestone in style by inspiring Nantes to a 3-2 win over PSG on Wednesday evening. Waris was presented a commemorative shirt after the match to mark the ineviable feat. ”Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah Alhamdulillah to have played my 100th game in one of the best leagues in Europe. Thanks to everyone that keep supporting and praying for me. 🙏🙏🙏..very important 3 points today. Time to relax and chill…

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Coach Karim Zito enskinned Waziri (Krontihene) of Nsawam Municipality

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Dreams FC technical director Abdul Karim Zito has been enskinned as the Waziri (Krontihene) of the Nsawam Zongo on Saturday. The veteran trainer is among twelve astute people who are forming the new cabinet of the chief of Nsawam Zongo. The occasion to swear in Zito as the Waziri of Nsawam Zongo was held on Saturday April 20 at the Al Rajihi Islamic School field in the Nsawam Municipality. Born and bred in Nsawam Zongo, Zito featured prominently for Kumasi Asante Kotoko and Kumapim Stars as well as the Black…

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Schlupp, Jordan Ayew top candidates for Crystal Palace Player of the Season award

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Ghanaian duo Jeffrey Schlupp and Jordan Ayew are among the top contenders for 2018/2019 Crystal Palace Player of the Season award. Schlupp has been in fine form for the Eagles this season, he was adjudged Crystal Palace Player for the Month of February after some impressive performances. The 26 year old has netted 5 goals in 37 appearances for the club this term. The tally stands as his highest in a single campaign since hitting six goals for Leicester City in 2011-12. Meanwhile, workaholic Jordan Ayew has endeared himself to the Palace fans…

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Atsu features as Newcastle down Southampton

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Christian Atsu featured as Newcastle United beat Southampton on Saturday to move 10 points clear of the relegation zone. The Ghanaian international put in a decent shift after he was brought on for Miguel Almiron in the 64th minute. A hat-trick from Ayoze Perez was enough for the Magpies to claim a 3-1 win against the Saints in the Premier League at St James’ Park. This victory leaves Newcastle almost certainly safe but Southampton remain five points above the drop zone with four games left to play.

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Fomer Sports Minister Muntaka Mubarak laments hefty Black Stars bonuses; “it’s a big problem”

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Former Sports Minister Alhaji Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak has lamented hefty winning bonuses paid to the senior national team, Black Stars of Ghana. According to local media reports, an amount of $8 million has been budgeted for the team’s participation in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt. The prize money for winning the tournament is $4 million as confirmed by CAF president Ahmad Ahmad. Although the Ministry of Youth and Sports (MOYS), denied the reports, the Black Stars players are expected to have a bonus hike as part of the purported budget….

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AFCON 2019: Jeffrey Schlupp doubtful for Ghana’s AFCON campaign

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Ghana’s campaign in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations is set to suffer a major blow following the injury of Crystal Palace utility winger Jeffrey Schlup. The industrious technical player has been ruled out for the rest of the season after picking up a career threatening injury in their clash with Manchester City. Jeffrey Schlupp was an early first half sub against Manchester City on Sunday in their 3-1 defeat and Roy Hodgson today provided an update on the Eagles man. “We have been a little bit unlucky in this…

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BREAKING NEWS: Jeffrey Schlupp out for the rest of the season

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Ghana and Crystal Palace utility winger Jeffrey has been ruled out for the rest of the season after picking up a career threatening injury in their clash with Manchester City. Jeffrey Schlupp was an early first half sub against Manchester City on Sunday in their 3-1 defeat and Roy Hodgson today provided an update on the Eagles man. “We have been a little bit unlucky in this latter period, it started with Mamadou, then we lost James and now we’ve lost Jeff, which is of course three big blows for…

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Historic: Ibrahim Sunday reveals how he engineered a move to Asante Kotoko

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Former Asante Kotoko skipper Ibrahim Sunday has revealed how he ended up signing for the Porcupine Warriors despite being born and bred in Koforidua. According to the him, he fell in love with the club during his youthful days at Koforidua after watching them play in the Eastern Region. The Porcupine Warriors were so attractive that every brilliant player hatched a dream of wearing the red and white colours. Sunday reveals he had to worked hard to impress the Porcupines Warriors before ending up at the club. “When I was…

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Black Stars, Super Eagles friendly off

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The proposed friendly match between Ghana and Nigeria ahead of the 2019 African Cup of Nations has been called off. An official of the Ghana FA confirmed the Black Stars would be in the UAE at the time of the match and it would be difficult making the trip to Nigeria to play the game. “They actually wanted to play us [Ghana] in Nigeria and they had discussions with only the Deputy Sports Minister (Perry Okudzeto),” said Ghana football official. “But we may be in United Arab Emirates which will be…

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Waris on target as FC Nantes down giants PSG 3-2

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Ghana striker Majeed Waris was on target for FC Nantes as they magnificently defeated giants PSG by 3-2 IB the French Ligue 1. The visitors broke the deadlock of the game through ex Barcelona defender, Dani Alves who dribbled into space just outside the box after a pass from Paredes and then sent a right-footed curler effort to the top-left corner into the host’s net. Three minutes after, Brazilian defender Diego Carlos powered home captain Rongier’s cross to restore parity for the home side. One the stroke of half time,…

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