by Silas Boahene | Sep 10, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Aris Limassol has secured Ghanaian talent Alex Opoku Sarfo with a new contract extension, keeping him at the club until the summer of 2028. Born on October 20, 2004, Sarfo has demonstrated significant promise and dedication, earning this extension after a successful loan spell at AEZ Zakakiou, where he made 32 appearances in the Cyprus League. Back at Aris, Sarfo has already made notable contributions in the current season, including appearances in matches against Karmiotissa FC and Omonia 29 Maiou. The extension underscores Aris Limassol’s confidence in Sarfo’s potential as a future key player for the team.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 10, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Soccer
Karela United head coach, Jimmy Cobblah, has commended Kumasi Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Mohammed Camara for his crucial role in Kotoko’s 1-0 victory over Karela in their 2024-2025 Ghana Premier League opener. Camara, filling in for regular goalkeeper Frederick Asare, made several key saves to preserve Kotoko’s lead, earning the Man of the Match award. Cobblah praised Kotoko’s defensive resilience and acknowledged that while Karela dominated the second half, luck was not on their side. Karela United is set to face Berekum Chelsea next on September 15.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 10, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
For the second consecutive match in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers, Ghana’s Black Stars conceded a late goal, resulting in a 1-1 draw with Niger. Played in Berkane, Morocco, due to venue constraints in Niger, Ghana took the lead through a stunning Alidu Seidu strike just before halftime. However, Niger equalized in the 81st minute when Oumar Sako capitalized on a loose ball in the box. Despite late efforts from Inaki Williams, Mohammed Kudus, and Majeed Ashimeru, Niger’s goalkeeper kept them at bay, leaving Ghana without a win after two matches.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 10, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian defender Alidu Seidu scored his debut goal for the Black Stars in their 1-1 draw against Niger during the 2025 AFCON qualifiers in Berkane, Morocco.
Seidu, now with Stade Rennes, fired home a powerful strike after receiving a pass from Mohammed Kudus in the 44th minute, putting Ghana ahead. However, Niger equalized in the 81st minute through Oumar Sako, who capitalized on a loose ball in the box.
Seidu, playing his second consecutive qualifier after Ghana’s loss to Angola, impressed with two interceptions and winning five of eight ground duels, completing the full 90 minutes.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 10, 2024 | AFCON, Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Angola continued its perfect run in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers with a 2-1 victory over Sudan in Luanda. Following their surprise 1-0 win against Ghana at the Baba Yara Stadium, Angola has now registered two wins from two matches.
Veteran striker Mabululu opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 51st minute, but Sudan responded quickly with an equalizer from Mustafa Karshom just four minutes later. Angola regained the lead in the 82nd minute when Rayo Vallecano’s Randy Nteka scored the decisive goal via a deflection, securing all three points for his team.
This marks Sudan’s first competitive loss in 2024, setting up a crucial double-header against Ghana in October. Sudan currently sits second in Group F with three points, while Ghana, with just one point after a 1-1 draw against Niger, ranks third. Ghana’s defender Alidu Seidu scored his debut goal in that match.
The top two teams from Group F will qualify for the 2025 AFCON in Morocco.
