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Match Report : Accra Lions humble Kotoko at Baba Yara Stadium
Kotoko was thumped without a trace by Accra Lions in a keenly contested midweek fixture of the Ghana Premier League at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.
The hosts have not had an easy spell thus far losing three of their last five games which has heightened pressure on them.
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On the back of losing to Karela over the weekend, coach Prosper Ogun Narteh ringed some changes Moise Pouaty in the post, Emmanuel Kotei got into a nod in the starting lineup for the right back position, Justice Blay, Henry Ansu in center back, Eric Zeze, Kalo Outtara, Rocky Dwamena and Steven Mukwala.
Blessing Asuman Dankwa got on to the end of a fantastic pass from a teammate and slotted one past Moise Pouaty in the 12th minute of the game.
Kotoko’s pressure paid off as a lobbed pass from Nurudeen found the chest off Kalo Ouattara who brilliantly controlled to thunder a shot through the legs of goalkeeper, Andrew Owusu for the equalizer.
Two minutes after the resumption of the second half, Blessing Dankwa doubled his tally for his side as a poor clearance from Justice Bay allowed Dominic Amponsah to thread one through to the goal scorer who effortlessly raced his way through the defense to score the second on the night.
A breathtaking counterattacking football from the away side saw Dominic Amponsah score a stupendous goal from 20 yards for his side’s third of the game.
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Henry Ansu’s defense-splitting pass saw Michael Somuah halve the deficit in the 85th minute but it came a little late as the away side held on gallantly to that massive victory away from home.
Ghana’s Sports Minister Kofi Adams has insisted there is no basis for his removal over the ongoing World Cup visa controversy, stressing that no public funds were lost in the matter.
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Kofi Adams was reacting growing concerns following of VISA issues that have been hanging over the past few weeks in local media.
He stated: “There’s no justification to dismiss me over the World Cup visa scandal, because no government money has been lost.”
The minister’s remarks come amid growing public and political pressure following questions surrounding visa arrangements linked to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Adams maintained that the absence of any financial loss to the state removes grounds for his dismissal.
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In a related development, NSA boss Yaw Ampofo Ankrah was asked to step aside from his role earlier this month by President John Mahama.
Black Queens head coach Lars Kim Björkegren has described the path to qualifying for the 2028 Olympic Games as “really tough” but says he “believes in the girls” to get the job done.
The Queens strolled past Mauritius 10-0 to progress to the next phase and now will face Zambia in the third round, scheduled for 23 February to 6 March 2027.
“We have the potential to go all the way,” Björkegren said.
“In football, there is no easy game, especially when it comes to qualifying for the Olympics, as only two countries from Africa will go to Los Angeles.
“It is really tough to get there; we need to win. I believe in the girls, and I think we [will] be there.”
The Black Queens have never qualified for the Olympic Games in the country’s history.
Just two slots are available for African teams.
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.
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