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Moses Armah assures Ghanaians that, Medeama will qualify to honour the country
Moses Armah assures Ghanaians that, Medeama will qualify to honour the country.
Medeama SC’s financier, Moses Armah ‘Parker,’ has given assurance to the club’s supporters that they will defeat Horoya and secure a spot in the lucrative stage of the ongoing CAF Champions League, aiming to bring pride to Ghana.
After clinching victory in the Ghana Premier League, the Tarkwa-based team is on a mission to restore Ghana’s standing in CAF inter-club competitions.
For years, Ghanaian clubs have encountered difficulties in progressing to the profitable stages of the CAF Champions League. Nevertheless, Medeama is resolute in their determination to buck this trend in the current season.
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In the initial leg of their round 2 CAF Champions League encounter, held on their home ground in Ghana, the Mauve and Yellow emerged triumphant with a 3-1 victory over Horoya.
Nana Kofi Babil, Nurudeen Abdulai, and Kofi Asmah found the net for Medeama, while Lamine Fofana secured a consolation goal for the visiting team in injury time.
“Thank God, with the government’s support and backing from corporate entities, we have achieved this result. We are left with just one step to cross into the money zone,” he conveyed to Peace FM.
“With God’s grace, we will make it. This Thursday, the team will depart Accra for Guinea to prepare for the match scheduled for Saturday.”
“We are determined to qualify because we want to bring honor to Ghana,” he further emphasized.
Young Apostles FC defensive midfielder Samuel Adamu has acknowledged the recent surge in recognition after his strong start in the Ghana Premier League.
The 23-year old was named in the GPL Match week 6 Team of the Week which he has expressed delight at the growing appreciation of his performances.
“It feels like people are recognizing my talent and abilities which I feel happy about” he said
The Wenchi-based side squares off with Kotoko this weekend, a game the combative midfielder relishes,
“I hope to continue that form against Kotoko as I work hard to be the best DM in the country,” he told SaharaFootball.net.
The Young Apostles defensive midfielder has put up a strong start to the season which has seen him record 12 interceptions, 5 dribbles, 13 successful long passes, 22 tackles (of which 16 were successful), and 16 clearances.
It would be interesting to see how he goes up against veteran Richard Boadu in the heart of midfield for Kotoko over the weekend.
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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