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Jalal Abdul shares excitement after completing move to IF Elfsborg
Ex Inter Allies striker, Jalal Abdul shares excitement after completing move to IF Elfsborg.
After signing a contract on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, the striker from Inter Allies has officially joined the Swedish team on a four-year deal.
Expressing his satisfaction, he stated, “I believe this is the right move for me, and I’m extremely delighted that everything is now finalized, making me a genuine Elfsborg player,” in an interview with the club’s media.
Initially starting his training with the U19 team upon arrival, he received the pleasant news that the A team wanted him instead.
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This development brought him great joy as it indicated that the team was impressed with his performance. He shared, “It feels really good to know they were pleased with me, and it made me very happy.”
Confident in his abilities, Abdulai is convinced that his skills will enable him to thrive in the Swedish league. He explained, “I have a strong aversion to losing, so I always give my all. I bring a lot of passion to the field, work tirelessly, and cover extensive ground.”
“As a striker, my primary responsibility is scoring goals or providing assists. I aim to contribute points to the team. I’m a team player, so I would prefer to assist a teammate in scoring if the opportunity arises.”
Having set personal goals, he eagerly anticipates performing well with his new team.
Abdulai’s aspirations include providing maximum assistance to the team and ultimately competing in Europe with Elfsborg next year, which is a dream of his.
Furthermore, he expressed his eagerness to meet the fans in person and for them to witness his performances firsthand.
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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