by Silas Boahene | Sep 20, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International
Theophilus Allotey, a 22-year-old Ghanaian boxer and bronze medalist at the 2023 African Games, has traveled to the British Cayman Islands for an elite training camp alongside renowned coach Dr. Ofori Asare. The trip marks a significant step in Allotey’s professional career as he gears up for his fifth professional bout in October 2024. Training with Olympians and other top-tier fighters, Allotey aims to sharpen his skills and compete at the highest level. Dr. Asare, the coach of Ghana’s national boxing team, the Black Bombers, will play a crucial role in guiding Allotey through this intensive training program.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 17, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has opened up about significant challenges in his football career, including losing a £2.3 million contract and facing false accusations. In an interview, Paintsil shared how personal struggles, such as a divorce, led to media controversies and wrongful accusations that resulted in jail time and being out of contract for four years. Despite these setbacks, he credits his late mother’s prayers and perseverance for helping him overcome the difficulties, stressing the importance of respect, hard work, and teamwork in sports.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 17, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Ghana Premier League side Asante Kotoko has announced the Obuasi Len Clay Sports Stadium as their temporary home ground for the 2024/25 season. The decision follows the closure of Baba Yara Sports Stadium for renovations. Kotoko will play all home matches at Len Clay Stadium, including their upcoming game against Young Apostles on September 22, as they aim to build on their strong start to the season after an away win over Karela United.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 17, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has voiced his frustration over national teams being forced to play home matches outside their countries due to inadequate stadiums, citing Ghana as one of the affected nations. During a CAF meeting in Kenya, Motsepe emphasized the importance of teams playing in front of home fans and highlighted CAF’s efforts to ensure every country has at least one suitable stadium for hosting matches. Ghana, banned from using the Baba Yara Stadium, may have to play its upcoming AFCON qualifier against Sudan in Togo or Ivory Coast.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 17, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
English-born Ghanaian defender Sean Clare played a pivotal role in Leyton Orient’s 1-0 victory against Reading in League One, providing the decisive assist for Charlie Kelman’s winning goal. Clare’s strong 90-minute performance helped secure the win, while fellow Ghanaian Daniel Agyei also contributed significantly to the match. Leyton Orient’s victory came despite Reading’s dominance in possession.
