The Inter Tribe Football Gala's Round of 16 kicks off on Monday, featuring eight electrifying matches that will determine the quarterfinalists. Kanjaga faces Wangara, Kotokoli takes on Gurma, and Hausa clashes with Songhai in some of the standout fixtures. With only one spot available in the next round, each team will give it their all. Who will emerge victorious and move one step closer to the ultimate prize?
Asante Kotoko's Interim Management Committee (IMC) has confirmed that the mutual termination of the contract of Yussif Nurudeen Mohammed does not come with any sporting or financial penalties.
The club announced on Sunday that it has mutually parted ways with the highly-rated centre-back.
“The IMC would like to assure our supporters that the club will not suffer any financial or sporting penalties due to this decision and wishes Nurudeen the best for the future,” the club said in a notice on Sunday, August 4.
In the statement, the IMC decided to sever ties with the player because he insisted on practising as a nurse alongside playing for Asante Kotoko.
“Asante Kotoko has agreed to mutually part ways with defender Mohammed Nurudeen. The club entered into a three-year employment agreement with Nurudeen before the commencement of the 2023/24 football season. However, management notes that Nurudeen also has a contract with the Ghana Health Service as a practicing enrolled nurse. The club explored all possible options to convince him to focus on his football career, but Nurudeen remained committed to his career in nursing,” the club said.
“In light of this, an emergency meeting was convened on Sunday, August 4, 2024, where the Interim Management Committee (IMC) agreed to part ways with the player in the best interest of both parties. This decision was made to maintain the cohesion the team is building for the new season.”
By: Pascal Amoah
HNK Sibenik of Croatia defender Morrison Agyemang has opened his goals account for the season, having notched his side's second goal in their 2-1 away win over NK Osijek in the Croatian top-flight league on Sunday evening.
The final group games of the Ashanti Region NQuad Inter Tribes competition produced some exciting results. Hausa, Songhai, and Waala secured wins to advance to the next stage, while Fante, Gurunshie/Sissala, and Yoruba got eliminated.
FC Kaiserslautern made an emphatic statement in their opening game of the 2. Bundesliga season, beating SSV Ulm 1846 2-1 away from home in the German 2. Bundesliga opener on Sunday afternoon.
In a thrilling season opener of the German Bundesliga 2, Aaron Opoku Tawiah, the German-born Ghanaian forward, showcased his exceptional talent, leading Kaiserslautern to a vital away victory against SSV Ulm 1846.
The match unfolded at the Donaustadion, where Opoku played a pivotal role, starting the game and contributing significantly until the 87th minute. The first half was a tense affair, with neither team managing to break the deadlock, resulting in a goalless scoreline at halftime.
As the second half commenced, the home team quickly made their mark, with Felix Higl striking early, just three minutes in, to give Ulm a 1-0 lead.
Despite the setback, Kaiserslautern regrouped and displayed resilience. In the 77th minute, Boris Tomiak stepped up to the plate, converting a penalty to level the score at 1-1.
This resurgence set the stage for a dramatic finish. The climax of the match arrived in the 83rd minute when Opoku emerged as the hero, finding the back of the net to secure a 2-1 lead for Kaiserslautern.
His well-timed goal not only highlighted his attacking prowess but also underscored his importance to the team. Shortly after, he was substituted for Tobias Raschl, leaving the pitch to applause for his commendable performance.
With this impressive display, Opoku Tawiah aims to carry his momentum into the rest of the 2024/25 season, as Kaiserslautern sets its sights on qualifying for the Bundesliga.
