Author: Kofi Dekye Acquaye

Ghanaian boxer, Samuel Takyi, the bronze medalist from Tokyo 2020, lost to a Japanese on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in his first fight in the quest to qualify for the Olympic Games in Paris. In the Men’s Light Welterweight (63.5 kg) Boxing Road to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the ongoing WQT in Busto Arsizio, Italy, Samuel Takyi, also known as the Ring Warrior, lost 0–5 to his Japanese opponent, Shion Nishiyana. The following fighters have lost: light welterweight Samuel Takyi, light middleweight Alfred Kotey, lightweight Anatu Mohammed, and light heavyweight Jonathan Tetteh. Theo Allotey is the only winner…

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Ghana’s hopes of winning gold in table tennis singles at the current African Games were dashed yesterday when the Black Loopers were eliminated from the individual event. In the men’s and women’s table tennis singles competitions, not a single player from the host country advanced past the round of 16. Cynthia Kwabi was the only player who stood as Ghana’s only hope after winning her first-round tie against Kenya’s Sifa Nafula. She lost in straight sets to Egypt’s top seed, Hana Goda, in the Round of 16 at the Accra International Conference Centre, and thus was unable to overcome her…

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Ghana Premier League club Berekum Chelsea FC has officially announced the appointment of former Accra Hearts of Oak SC head coach, Samuel Boadu. After Christopher Ennin left the Berekum outfit, Samuel Boadu signed a one-year contract, and he is eager to start a new chapter in his career. Boadu is expected to provide a plethora of experience and expertise to his new team. He is well-known for his successful time with Hearts of Oak, where he won a domestic double. Berekum Chelsea released the following statement: We officially announce the appointment of Mr Samuel Boadu, as the new gaffer of…

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A new tournament called the FIFA Series will be trialed at the end of March, with 20 teams placed into five groups of four to play friendlies. Each group will have two hosts, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Azerbaijan, and Sri Lanka, and each group will have all of its games in one venue. The three UEFA teams competing in the trial are Andorra, Bulgaria, and Azerbaijan. Minnows Andorra will play three friendlies in Algeria, including matches with Bolivia and South Africa in addition to the match against the hosts. Tanzania, Bulgaria, and Mongolia will be up against another host, Azerbaijan. Saudi…

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The African Football Association’s current rankings have been made public following the Confederation Cup and African Champions League group stages. If the ranking remains the same, the top twelve countries will field four clubs in the CAF interclub competitions for the upcoming season. Dreams FC’s progress into the quarterfinals has caused Ghana to move up 13 spots. Recently, Ghanaian teams haven’t surpassed the group stages since Asante Koto and Hearts of Oak achieved that feat some years ago. Here are the current rankings. 16. Cameroon 17. Mauritania 18. Congo 19. Botswana 20. Zambia. 21. Senegal 22. Togo 22. Uganda 24.…

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Richmond Lamptey of Asante Kotoko Sporting Club has been adjudged player of the season for his contribution and exploitation in the Ghana Premier League. The 26-year-old midfielder has been a phenomenon for Asante Kotoko and their main playmaker since the inception of the 23/24 season. He was called up to the senior national team, the Blackstars, for the AFCON in Ivory Coast as a result of his play, which also earned him the Man of the Season award. Following the acknowledgment, Lamptey stated the following: It is a privilege and honor to be named Asante Kotoko Sporting Club player of…

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The Local Organizing Committee (LOC) met Otumfour Osei Tutu II for his support regarding the 13th Africa Games as he was presented with the event torch. The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the 13th African Games was received by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the Manhyia Palace on March 4, 2024. In addition to briefing Otumfuo about the continental sports competition, the delegation—led by Hon. Simon Osei Mensah, the Ashanti Regional Minister—also gave him the relay torch. Together with Ibrahim Adjei Sowah, Kwesi Mantey, Reks Brobbey, and Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, the Executive Chairman of the LOC, comprised the delegation.…

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After a lengthy layoff, Thomas Partey made his comeback to play 25 minutes for Arsenal in their 6-0 away victory over Sheffield United in the English Premier League round of 27. The Ghana Black Stars midfielder has been out for a few months due to an injury, which also prevented him from competing in the AFCON, which resulted in a disappointing group-stage exit. Thanks to Arsenal’s convincing victory over relegation-threatened Sheffield United, the Ghanaian international was outstanding with ball control and quickly settled into the rhythm after being introduced. Partey was rated 6.3. The Gunners are 3rd on the league…

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Rex Omar, a politician and musician from Ghana, has stated that he would accept a political position if offered one. NDC member Rex Omar stated this on March 3, 2024, in an interview with Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z with Kwame Dadzie.  He clarified that he would be happy to take the position, provided it fits within his purview. “I will accept a political appointment because I believe I am of age now and I will be able to positively contribute to the development of this country if I am given any appointment that is within my capacity,” he said to…

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It is said that football is a religion in Ghana since it is played by kids, teens, adults, and senior citizens in every corner of the country. Many internet users were piqued by a viral video that went viral and featured a young, gifted Ghanaian with incredible speed and skill. Many people want to know why our national team coaches, as well as some local clubs, do not scout or even see talented athletes. The player who is wearing jersey number 20 can be seen running, dribbling, and calling plays on a nearby football field in the video. A young…

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