by Silas Boahene | Aug 19, 2024 | Africa, Europe, International, Soccer
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has extended its congratulations to Morocco for securing a bronze medal in Men’s Football at the Olympics and to Egypt for reaching the semifinals. CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe expressed pride in this historic achievement, marking the first time two African nations have advanced to the Men’s Football semifinals at the Olympics.
Dr. Motsepe highlighted the significant investments being made across Africa in football development, particularly in youth academies, with support from local and international businesses and African governments. He expressed optimism that African nations will continue to excel on the global stage, confidently predicting future Olympic gold medals and even a FIFA World Cup victory for an African team.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 19, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Abdul Rashid Misbaw and Hadi Muhammed, two promising talents, have joined Karela United FC in Ghana. The duo, who have previously showcased their skills at FCV International Football Academy in Leicester, Fox Football Academy in London, and Tottenham Football Club’s U19 team, have signed with Karela United FC after transferring from Yendi Sankara Stars FC, a second-division team in Yendi.
Their agent and manager highlighted the immense potential these players and others like them hold for the future of Ghanaian football, emphasizing that ending the national teams’ trophy drought will depend on making the right selections at the right time. He also noted that while Ghana is rich in soccer talent, effective scouting and development are essential to nurturing these young players into top superstars.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 19, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International
Zambian boxer Patrick ‘Baddo’ Chinyemba secured a fourth-round victory over Ghana’s Theo Allotey in their scheduled eight-round bout for the IBA Africa flyweight title in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Saturday, August 17. In a separate match, Ghana’s Joseph “Jaguar” Commey defeated Ethiopia’s Sefan Abubeker.
A disappointed Allotey expressed gratitude to his fans for their support, stating, “I’ve had some time to reflect on my actions and inactions. I’m well and ready to go out again. I’ll return to the ring in September 2024 for my fourth pro fight, with details to be announced soon. Yesterday, I fell short. I’m disappointed, but as an athlete, sometimes you have to recognize your limits, retreat, and live to fight another day. I apologize for any inconvenience or pain caused to my team, fans, and supporters. My goal remains the same—to become a world champion.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 19, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian champions, Hasaacas Ladies, dominated with a 6-1 victory over Niger’s AS Garde National in their final Group B match on Saturday afternoon, but it wasn’t enough to secure a spot in the 2024 CAF Women’s Champions League. Despite the impressive win, Hasaacas needed a six-goal margin to surpass Omnisports Etincelle on goal difference. Both teams finished with four points, but Omnisports advanced to the semifinals due to a superior goal difference.
Hasaacas took control early, with Fatoumata Tamboura scoring after 20 minutes, followed by goals from Grace Animah and Comfort Owusu to make it 3-0. Although AS Garde pulled one back before halftime, Hasaacas remained in command. Owusu scored her second goal after the break, and late strikes from Animah and Abigail Sakyiwaa brought the final score to 6-1. Despite their best efforts, Hasaacas Ladies will now shift their focus to domestic competitions, having narrowly missed out on a return to the CAF Women’s Champions League.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Galatasaray has confirmed that FC Spartak Moscow made an approach to sign Ghanaian left-back Derrick Kohn. The Russian club’s offer was turned down as it did not meet Kohn’s valuation of €2.5 million per season.
Turkish media reports that while Galatasaray received the bid, it was rejected. Sporting director Cenk Ergün confirmed the approach but noted that Kohn had no interest in considering the offer at this time. “There was a transfer request for Kohn, and we received an official offer. However, the player chose not to consider it. There are no new developments at the moment. We have one month left in the transfer window, and while there could be further offers or changes, there is no current process,” Ergün told Sporx.
Spartak Moscow is reportedly preparing a revised offer to secure Kohn’s services before the transfer window closes. However, they may need to meet Galatasaray’s €6 million valuation of the player to finalize the deal.
Derrick Kohn, whose contract with Galatasaray runs until June 2026, has drawn attention for his performances. Although he has represented Germany at the U19 level, he remains eligible to play for Ghana internationally due to his Ghanaian heritage.
