by Silas Boahene | Sep 23, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Nigeria, Soccer
Former Super Eagles midfielder Sunday Oliseh has commended Arsenal after their thrilling 2-2 draw with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. The highly anticipated clash between two Premier League title contenders saw Arsenal overcome a tough first half and a red card to Leandro Trossard, leading to an ultra-defensive second half.
Despite City’s overwhelming dominance, Arsenal’s defensive resilience impressed Oliseh, who took to social media to praise their performance. He suggested the Gunners were deserving of victory and hinted they could be Premier League champions this season.
The result leaves Arsenal just two points behind league leaders Manchester City, with plenty of games still ahead in the season.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 23, 2024 | Africa, Europe, International, Nigeria, Soccer
1998 FIFA World Cup winner Marcel Desailly revealed he was left amazed after his first training session with Mikel Obi, according to Soccernet.ng. Mikel, who impressed for Nigeria at the FIFA U-17 World Cup, was pursued by both Manchester United and Chelsea. During his trials, the young midfielder left Desailly, a seasoned pro, astonished by his skills.
Speaking on BeIN Sports, Desailly admitted Mikel was the only young talent in England who truly stunned him. Mikel, in turn, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to train with iconic players like Desailly and John Terry. He fondly remembered how Desailly, Chelsea’s captain at the time, helped him settle in.
Mikel eventually joined Chelsea in 2006, playing nearly 400 games, winning two Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League, and four FA Cups during his successful stint at Stamford Bridge.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Asante Kotoko head coach Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum has expressed his high expectations for the club as they aim to rebound in the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season.
Following a difficult campaign last year that saw the Porcupine Warriors struggle for the title, Coach Ogum is committed to driving the team towards success. In an interview with 3Sports, he emphasized his goal for the season: to achieve numerous victories and revive the club’s winning tradition.
“We should expect this team to perform well and win more games by the end of the season. Kotoko is known for winning games. If you coach or play for Kotoko, it’s a task you must accomplish,” he stated.
Currently sitting 7th in the league table with three points and an outstanding match in hand, Kotoko is gearing up for their Week 3 clash against newly-promoted Young Apostles. A victory could propel them up the standings.
Coach Ogum’s ambition is clear: to lead Kotoko back to their winning ways and place them firmly in contention for the league title this season. The match against Young Apostles is scheduled for Sunday, September 22, at the Len Clay Sports Stadium.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
The management of Hearts of Oak has called on fans to provide unwavering support as the team prepares for their upcoming match against Bechem United.
The Phobians will host the Hunters next weekend in Week 3 of the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League season, looking to bounce back from two consecutive league defeats.
In a statement, the management emphasized the importance of fan support for securing their first win of the season. “As we approach this weekend’s encounter, we urge all Phobians to continue backing the team so that our collective efforts will lead to the desired success,” the statement read.
Fans are encouraged to gather at the Legon Sports Stadium on Sunday night to make their support felt while also participating in the PHOBIA4LIFE packages.
The match between Hearts of Oak and Bechem United is set to kick off at 6 PM on September 22.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
German-born Ghanaian defender Kofi Schulz has officially signed with Iranian club Mes Rafsanjan.
The 35-year-old left-back joins the team after a successful two-and-a-half-year stint at Austrian Bundesliga side WSG Tirol, where he made 30 appearances last season. With his contract at Tirol expiring in June, Schulz is set to embark on a new chapter in Iran.
Mes Rafsanjan, which finished tenth in the Iranian Pro League last season, announced the signing on their official media channels. They noted, “The German defender of Tirol club, who was in the Austrian league last season, has joined Mes Rafsanjan. Experienced and high-ranking German defender Kofi Yeboah Schulz joined the orange team with the opinion of Navidkia and signed a contract for one season.”
Schulz’s extensive experience is expected to bolster Mes Rafsanjan’s defense as they aim to improve upon their previous league performance, bringing stability and leadership to the backline.
