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Leicester City’s manager, Enzo Maresca, voices worries regarding Abdul Fatawu Issahaku’s participation in the AFCON.
Leicester City’s manager, Enzo Maresca, voices worries regarding Abdul Fatawu Issahaku’s participation in the AFCON.
Leicester City’s manager, Enzo Maresca, has expressed significant apprehension about the status of Ghanaian prodigy Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, as the team awaits clarity on his availability for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
While Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi have received call-ups for Nigeria and Patson Daka for Zambia, the situation surrounding Issahaku remains up in the air.
Chris Hughton, the Ghanaian head coach, is set to unveil the final AFCON squad on Monday. Leicester City would face a considerable setback if Issahaku is named in Ghana’s roster for the AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire.
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Beyond the trio mentioned, defender Harry Soutar is also slated to represent Australia in the Asian Cup of Nations, happening concurrently in Qatar this month.
With the New Year’s Day match against Huddersfield approaching, Maresca remains uncertain about the participation of his African contingent, including Issahaku. Historically, AFCON-bound players typically feature in New Year’s Day fixtures before joining their national sides.
“We’re awaiting feedback from the respective federations. Our hope is to have them available for our upcoming match,” Maresca commented.
This season, Issahaku has showcased his prowess, tallying two goals and assisting seven times in 21 Championship appearances for Leicester.
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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