by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian striker Inaki Williams captained Athletic Bilbao in their La Liga season opener, which ended in a 1-1 draw against Getafe. Inaki played the full 90 minutes, demonstrating his leadership and experience on the field.
Athletic Bilbao took an early lead through Oihan Sancet, who scored just before the half-hour mark. However, Getafe’s Chrisantus Uche equalized in the second half after missing a key chance earlier in the game.
Nico Williams, Inaki’s younger brother, who has been attracting transfer interest from top clubs including Barcelona, came on as a substitute in the 72nd minute. He made an immediate impact but was denied a late winner by Getafe’s goalkeeper, David Soria.
As Athletic Bilbao prepares to face Barcelona on August 24th, both Williams brothers will be eager to make their mark, with Nico staying focused despite ongoing transfer speculation.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Legon Cities winger Stephen Appiah Asare is on the verge of joining Hearts of Oak in a highly anticipated transfer within the Ghana Premier League, GHANAsoccernet.com reports. The 28-year-old, who impressed with two goals and one assist in 14 matches during the latter half of the 2023-24 season, is set to finalize a two-year deal with the Phobians.
Appiah Asare has been training with Hearts of Oak for several weeks, impressing head coach Aboubakar Ouattara and the technical team. Although the deal is reportedly 60% complete, it is expected to be finalized soon. This move comes after rivals Asante Kotoko showed initial interest in the winger but ultimately did not pursue the transfer. Hearts of Oak hopes that Appiah Asare’s speed and skill will bolster their squad for the upcoming season.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Athletics, Basketball, Boxing, Ghana, International, Other Sports, Soccer
Sports journalist Veronica Commey has strongly criticized the Ghanaian government following the country’s disappointing performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Ghana’s contingent of eight athletes failed to secure a single medal. Speaking on Peace FM’s ‘Kokrokoo’ morning show, Commey expressed her frustration with the current state of sports in Ghana, arguing that the lack of investment and interest from national leaders and sports authorities has led to the decline of the country’s sporting achievements.
“We must collapse our Sports because clearly, we are not interested in developing it,” she remarked, underscoring the urgent need for a complete overhaul of the nation’s sports sector.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Kurt Edwin Simeon Okraku, President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has motivated the Black Princesses ahead of their journey to Colombia for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup. As the Ghana U20 women’s team prepares for their seventh consecutive appearance at the tournament, Mr. Okraku encouraged them to break new ground by advancing beyond the group stage for the first time.
During his visit to the team on Monday evening, Mr. Okraku expressed his confidence in the squad’s talent and preparation, urging them to compete fiercely and make a lasting impact on the global stage. The Black Princesses are set to depart for Bogota on Tuesday, where they will represent Ghana in the prestigious biennial event.
by Silas Boahene | Aug 16, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, Other Sports, Soccer
Coach Chris Nimley has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating condition of the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex, formerly known as the Kaneshie Sports Complex. Renamed in honor of Ghana’s boxing legend Azumah Nelson, the multi-purpose stadium was originally built to serve the nation’s sporting needs. However, according to Coach Nimley, the facility has been neglected and left to decay.
During a panel discussion on Peace FM’s “Kokrokoo” program, Coach Nimley urged the government to take immediate action to restore the complex. He emphasized the importance of the facility, not only as a tribute to Azumah Nelson’s unparalleled legacy but also as a potential hub for developing future boxing talents in Ghana.
“Go to the Azumah Nelson Complex and fix the mess there. That alone can be turned into a boxing hub… You can choose to abandon all the other resource centers, but not the Azumah Nelson Sports Complex,” Nimley stated, specifically appealing to Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to prioritize the renovation of the facility.
He concluded by urging the government to bring the complex up to standard, suggesting it could become a key center for boxing talent development, potentially helping Ghana secure at least three medals in the next Olympic Games in America.
