by Silas Boahene | Jul 26, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Medeama SC has scheduled an exciting match against Hearts of Oak to inaugurate the new T and A Stadium in Tarkwa on August 16, 2024.
This event marks a historic moment for both Medeama and the Tarkwa community, as the town now boasts a state-of-the-art stadium for hosting football matches and other events.
T and A Park is an ultra-modern facility designed to accommodate both local and international football games, complete with features to enhance the spectator experience.
Medeama has highlighted the occasion by choosing to play against Hearts of Oak, one of Ghana’s most storied football clubs. According to officials, all necessary preparations are underway to ensure the event’s success, with invitations already sent to relevant stakeholders.
If all goes according to plan and any last-minute issues are resolved, this will be a memorable day for both fans and players. It will be the first event at the new stadium and will add to the excitement of Ghanaian football.
The inauguration of the T and A Stadium represents a new chapter for Medeama and serves as a symbol of growth and development in sports infrastructure for the region.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 26, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian winger Ibrahim Osman made his debut for English club Brighton and Hove Albion in their pre-season match against Kashima Antlers in Japan.
The 19-year-old forward traveled with the team to Tokyo for their pre-season tour, where they will play two matches. Osman was included in the starting lineup for the game against Kashima Antlers, where the Premier League team dominated their opponents with a 5-1 victory on Wednesday morning.
Fellow summer signing, Gambian forward Yankuba Minteh, opened the scoring in the 15th minute, giving the Seagulls a one-goal lead at halftime. The entire lineup was changed after the break, and Jeremy Sarmiento and Yasin Ayari scored two quick goals in the second half. Amario Cozier-Duberry added a brace to make it 5-0 before Homare Tokuda scored a late consolation goal for the hosts.
Brighton will next face Tokyo Verdy as they continue their preparations for the upcoming season.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 26, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian winger David Atanga has made his return to the Austrian Bundesliga, signing a two-year contract with Wolfsberger AC.
The 27-year-old joins the club on a free transfer after his contract with Belgian side KV Oostende expired. Atanga is familiar with Austrian football, having previously played for RB Salzburg, SKN St. Pölten, and Admira Wacker.
The former Red Bull Salzburg youth product spent the last three seasons in Belgium, where he contributed 11 goals and two assists in 74 appearances for KV Oostende.
Despite his impressive club career, Atanga has yet to earn a senior cap for the Ghana national team, although he has represented the Black Starlets and Black Satellites.
Wolfsberger AC is hopeful that Atanga will bring his experience and attacking flair to the squad as they compete in the upcoming season.
by Silas Boahene | Jul 25, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Former Aduana FC forward Benjamin Tweneboah has commented on the mass departure of players from Ghana’s top domestic league, attributing it to financial constraints within the local scene.
The trend of players leaving Ghana Premier League (GPL) clubs for opportunities abroad has significantly impacted the quality of the league and the performance of Ghanaian teams in continental competitions. Many players opt for clubs in Africa or Europe in search of better financial prospects.
Tweneboah, who has played in Benin, emphasized that financial incentives abroad often exceed what is available locally. He stated, “If our league was lucrative enough, no local player would leave the country and go to Benin to ply their football trade. But because there’s no money in the league, the local players will keep leaving.”
Sharing his experience, Tweneboah noted that his salary in Benin was significantly higher than what he earned in the GPL. “The money I was earning at my club in Benin was twice the salary I was taking in the GPL. We, the players, need money now; hence our exodus. Life after football is very important. If you are a player and you don’t build your own house or you don’t pay your rent on time, your landlord will eject you when your rent is due despite you being popular or famous as a footballer,” he told Kessben FM.
Tweneboah also discussed his personal endeavors, saying, “I’m currently working on a project even though I’m not done, but I feel very proud of how far I have come. I’m looking forward to another big move so I can complete the project.”
by Silas Boahene | Jul 25, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
English-born Ghanaian sensation Sam Amo-Ameyaw scored a stunning goal as Southampton defeated Bordeaux in a thrilling pre-season match. The young star gave the Saints a second-half lead by winning the ball in midfield, gliding forward, and curling the ball into the net to make it 2-1.
Tyler Dibling opened the scoring for the Premier League returnees, but Alpha Diallo equalized a minute later, sending the game into halftime level. Amo-Ameyaw’s brilliant goal restored Southampton’s lead, and former Bordeaux youth player Sekou Mara extended the advantage.
Joss Marques da Silva scored a late consolation goal for Bordeaux, but it wasn’t enough to prevent Southampton from securing the victory.
