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WAFA SC’s U18 arrive at Red Bull Salzburg for two-week training and formative programme

DARAJA KAPOOR JR.

WAFA SC’s U18 have arrived in Austria for a two-week training and formation programme with giants Red Bull Salzburg. The Sogakope-based outfit are scheduled to engage in two friendlies matches during their stay. The Academy lads will be in attendance for the Champions League match between Salzburg and Napoli at the Red Bull Arena on Wednesday, 23 October. The youngsters will also have an opportunity to watch an Austrian Bundesliga match before the team returns to Ghana on 29 October.

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Full List of Premier league delegates for GFA Elections

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Below is the full list of delegates for the Premier league clubs ahead of the upcoming Ghana FA elections. Sixteen (16) Premier league clubs, and Fourty -eight (48) Division One clubs plus other constituent bodies will cast their vote to elect the next President for the GFA. Six candidates including Dream FC CEO Kurt Okraku and George Afriyie are contesting for the vacant GFA top seat. The other aspirants are Fred Pappoe, Nana Yaw Amponsah, Amanda Clinton and George Ankamah Mensah.        

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Asante Kotoko part ways with Akapo Patron

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Asante Kotoko have officially parted ways with their assistant coach Akapo Patron after three years at the Club. The coach who joined the club from WAFA was given his sacking letter on Wednesday after meeting with the management of the club. The reason for his dismissal remain undisclosed. Former Karela United coach Johnson Smith has been line up to replace him. The former Berekum Arsenal coach has already agreed a two year contract with the Porcupine Warriors. Akapo Patron worked with three different coaches during his stint with Kotoko. Paa…

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Majeed Ashimeru delighted after getting back on the scoresheet

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Red Bull Salzburg Midfielder Majeed Ashimeru has expressed his delight after scoring his second goal of the season in his side 4-1 win in the Austria Bundesliga. The midfielder scored to draw his side level after going down to an early goal at home against Austria Wien. Red Bull Salzburg eventually won the game by 4-1, courtesy goals from Masaya Okugawa and a brace from Malian striker Sekou Keita. Ashmeiru who lasted the entire duration of the game couldn’t hide his delight after the game, the Black Meteors midfielder took…

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Majeed Ashimeru on target for Red Bull Salzburg

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Former WAFA midfielder Majeed Ashimeru was on target for his Side Red Bull Salzburg as they trashed Austria Wien 4-1 at home on Saturday afternoon in the Austrian Bundesliga. Majeed Ashimeru scored his side second as they run riot over the visitors. Austria Wien drew the first blood in the second minute of the game through an own goal from Albert Vallci before Majeed Ashimeru scored in the 33rd minute of the match to draw Red Bull Salzburg level. Malian forward Sekou Koita made it 2-1 for Red Bull Salzburg…

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#GameChanger: Kurt Okraku’s vision for Ghana Football anchored on four thematic areas

DARAJA KAPOOR JR.

GFA Presidential hopeful Kurt E.S Okraku has today launched his ‘Game changing’ manifesto in his bid to win upcoming Ghana FA elections. The even which was staged at Ghana Exim Bank Auditorium in Accra was well attended by several media houses as well top football administrators and stakeholders. Central to Kurt’s manifesto is his vision for the revival of Ghana football which is captured in a singular phrase; Igniting passion and creating wealth for all. This vision is anchored on four key thematic areas which seeks to restore integrity and…

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2019/2020 Ghana Premier League To Kick Start on November 3; Check Full Calendar

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

The Draft calendar for the 2019/2020 Football Season is officially out with about 12 active exercises set to be embarked on until a successful season is finally laid to a rest. The New Football season which is set to commence on 21st October, 2019 will have the CMS training for premier league clubs and Division one on 22nd and 23rd October, 2019 respectively. Also, election of constituent bodies will be held on Thursday October 24 before Congress for election for president which will be held on Friday October 25, 2019….

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Danso and Wahab named in USL One Team of the Week

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Ghanaian duo Wahab Ackwei and Richard Danso have been named in the United Soccer League One Team of the Week. Richard Danso scored one and assisted as well and completed 57 out of 66 passes with 8 out of 15 dribbles across North Texas FC’s double wins over Richmond and South Georgia. Compartriot Wahab Ackwei also completed 68 out of 78 passes with 7 clearances and won 3 out of 3 tackles Richmond Kickers were narrowly defeated by Forward Madison FC. The other players in the Team of the Week,…

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Majeed Ashimeru : Iniesta is my idol

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Majeed Ashimeru has revealed that he models his game on that of Spanish international Andres Iniesta, calling the former Barcelona midfielder ‘his football idol’ Ashmeiru who disclosed being a big fan of Barcelona revealed he always watch the Vissel Kobe midfielder before he step out to play a football match. “My favorite idol is Iniesta, he is someone I always watch before a game. I think I’m trying to see improvement. I try to learn a lot from him. I’m confident I will get there” He…

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St Gallen wanted to sign me permanently – Majeed Ashimeru reveals

ABDUL WADUDU OSMAN

Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Majeed Ashimeru has revealed St Gallen did everything possible to make his loan deal permanent after impressing the club during his spell. According to the former WAFA midfielder, he wanted to stay at the Swiss Club at first but later took the challenge to go back to Red Bull Salzburg to continue from where he left off. “They wanted me to stay. They wanted me so badly. They did everything possible to make be comeback. The knew I was good and they wanted me to come…

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