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Hearts of Oak fan passes on during Homowo Charity Cup
Ghana Premier League Club Hearts of Oak have announced the sad demise of a fan, William Nii Laryea, during their 2024 Homowo Cup clash against Heart of Lions on Sunday at the Accra Sports Stadium.
The fan was said to have collapsed at the Stadium when the game was in session. This prompted the emergency service to attend to him and later rushed to the hospital but unfortunately, he couldn’t make it.
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The club issued a statement confirming the loss of a fan Monday, it read, “The management of Accra Hearts of Oak with a heavy heart wishes to express our sincere condolences to the family of William Nii Laryea, who met his untimely death yesterday at the Accra Sports Stadium.
“The unfortunate incident occurred during our game against Kpando Heart of Lions in the 2024 Homowo Peace Charity Cup Match. Nii Laryea was a very passionate fan of the club who made time to watch all of our games, either home or away matches.
“His departure to eternity will not only affect his immediate family but also, we as a club since we would lose his unflinching support and the passion with which he followed the club.
“We hope to liaise closely with his family to ensure that we would contribute positively towards a successful final funeral rite of William Nii Laryea.
“Once again, and with a heavy heart, we express our condolences to his family and hope the Almighty God will continue to guide and protect them in these difficult times.
“May the Almighty grant him a lasting resting place.”
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We are saddened to announce the death of William Nii Laryea, a passionate Phobia who died during our game against Kpando Heart of Lions yesterday.
May He rest in perfect peace. pic.twitter.com/cM3G320UGD
— Phooobia! – #WeNeverSayDie 🏅🏆 (@HeartsOfOakGH) August 12, 2024
Hearing the man passed away. Horrible horrible news. Thoughts and prayers for his family. https://t.co/z3IcSukmj4
— Clinton Eleto (@ClintonEleto) August 11, 2024
Hearts of Oak went on to win 8-7 on penalties after Hussein Mohammed restored parity deep into regulation time.
Former Black Stars midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu has voiced concern over the state of football facilities in Ghana, saying inadequate infrastructure is damaging the game’s attractiveness.
The local league’s appeal over the years has dwindled with many calling for immediate action to be taken to salvage the situation.
Speaking to Kumasi based radio station, Ahenfie FM, he expunge on the poor infrastructure in the country which has reduced the appeal of the Ghana Premier League and football in general.
“The poor infrastructure is making our football less attractive.” he ended
His comments highlight ongoing challenges facing the development of football in the country, from grassroots level to the professional game
The 35-year-old, who earned 78 caps and scored 11 goals for the Black Stars between 2008 and 2017, began his career with local sides Berlin FC and Berekum Arsenal before a loan spell at Asante Kotoko.
He later returned to the Ghana Premier League with Accra Great Olympics in 2022–23 after a long career in Europe.
This week’s Ghana Premier League 2026/27 games produced incredible results across the various game venues.
- Swedru All Blacks 1–0 Asante Kotoko
Scorer: Wiafe/Eric Darkwah (penalty, late). - Hearts of Oak 1–0 Port City FC
Scorer: Frank (Abora) Duku (header). - FC AshantiGold 1–0 FC Samartex
Scorer: Raphael Ankamah
- Bechem United 4–2 Vision FC
Scorers (Bechem): Emmanuel Kobi (39’), Yaw Acheampong (62’), Kofi Tompuo (87’), own goal (stoppage time).
Scorers (Vision): Benjamin Kwarteng (47’), Ruben Quaye (51’). - Berekum Chelsea 3–0 Debibi United
Scorers: Stephen Kwakye, Dramani Awuah, Emmanuel Ofosu. - Bibiani Gold Stars 2–0 Basake Holy Stars
Scorer: Kwame Opoku 2x - Karela United 1–0 Dreams FC
Scorer: Malik Abubakar - Medeama SC 3–1 Heart of Lions
Scorers (Medeama): Emmanuel Annor (28’), Kingsley Braye (64’ and 66’).
– Kofi Mawutodzi Agbadji - Young Apostles 1–0 Aduana FC
Scorer: Samuel Prempeh (penalty, first half).
Hearts head coach Nebojša Kapor has lamented the infrastructure problems in Ghanaian football.
Hearts of Oak secured a crucial 1-0 win over Port City FC at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, ending a three-match winless run in the Ghana Premier League.
Frank Duku’s 20th-minute goal was enough to separate the sides and hand the Phobians three points against the newly promoted outfit.
Despite the win, head coach Nebojša Kapor was left frustrated about the poor state of the Legon pitch.
“This is not our stadium; it’s a national stadium. Ghana football has serious problems with proper pitches,” Kapor said after the match.
The Serbian tactician’s remarks reflect growing frustration among coaches over the quality of playing surfaces across the league.
The Phobias have adopted the University of Ghana as their temporary home venue for the Ghana Premier League.
Hearts of Oak will play Vision FC in the next league game away from home.
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