Asante Kotoko head coach, Dr. Prosper Narteh Ogum, has unveiled the starting XI for the anticipated battle against Bibiani GoldStars at Dun’s Park in the MTN FA Cup round of 32 stage on Sunday, January 7th, 2024.
In this lineup, Cameroonian goalkeeper Moise Pouaty guards the goalposts, supported by Nurudeen Mohammed, Sheriff Mohammed, John Tedeku, and Justice Blay in defense.
The midfield has Mohammed Sheriff, Rocky Dwamena and Baba Yahaya with Steven Mukwala and Isaac Oppong leading the lines for the Porcupines.
The complete Starting XI against Bibiani Goldstars is as follows:
1. Moise Pouaty (GK)
2. Sheriff Mohammed
3. Justice Blay
4. Steven Mukwala
5. Kyei Dwamena
6. Isaac Oppong
7. John Tedeku
8. Rockey Dwamena
9. Nurudeen Mohammed
10. Baba Yahaya
11. John Tedeku
Former Black Stars midfielder Anthony Annan provides valuable insights into optimizing the performance of the Ghanaian national team in the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Annan, who played a pivotal role for the Black Stars between 2007 and 2013, emphasizes the significance of team familiarity and consistent play among squad members as they prepare for the AFCON campaign in Ivory Coast.
Drawing parallels with his era, Annan underscores the importance of players maintaining a cohesive and consistent playing style for success.
Expressing hope that the current squad will establish strong connections on the field, he states, "If they play consistently amongst themselves, it will be okay like during our time, so we are praying that they can identify each other because the task before them is big. They can contain it and show their worth like how we were able to do during our time," as quoted by German-based Pipapipa Media.
In the lead-up to AFCON 2023, the Black Stars are gearing up to face Cape Verde, Mozambique, and Egypt in their pursuit of a fifth AFCON trophy.
Despite missing influential midfielder Thomas Partey due to injury, the team remains determined to overcome historical challenges and secure victory in the continental competition.
Former Black Satellites goalkeeper Daniel Agyei is determined to return to the Ghana Premier League after an extended absence, expressing his eagerness to revitalize his career in the domestic league.
Agyei, who previously played for Medeama in 2016, was recently spotted training with Accra Hearts of Oak during his holiday a few months ago.
In an interview with Ghanaweb, Agyei shared his ambitions, saying, "I want to return to the Premier League. I came to Ghana and trained with Hearts of Oak in October 2023, and I just want to come back for something good."
Open to signing with any team willing to collaborate, Agyei discussed potential choices, stating, "I am open to signing for anyone who approaches and is ready for us to work together. Dreams FC, I think, are good, but Medeama, I do not think they are looking for a goalkeeper."
The former Liberty Professionals shot-stopper, who represented Ghana at the Under-20 level, brings a wealth of experience, having enjoyed success in his youth career by winning both the African Youth Championship and the U-20 World Cup in Egypt in 2009.
Agyei has showcased his goalkeeping skills with various African clubs, including Free State Stars in South Africa and Ethiopian sides Jimma Aba Jifar, Jimma Aba Buna, and Sebeta City.
Black Stars striker, Inaki Williams has disclosed that, they are going to offer all they could to make themselves and the entire country proud ahead of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) have announced free entry for Ghana's pre-AFCON friendly against Namibia on Monday, January 8, 2024, in Kumasi.
Hugely-talented Ghanaian teen forward King Faisal Owusu scored to propel Sao Paulo FC to the next round of the Brazilian Copinha on Saturday evening.
