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24 May

I’m Interested In Player Development At Accra Lions – Lothar Matthaus On Expectations

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Former German international, Lothar Matthaus, says he is concerned more about the improvement and development of players following his decision to become the majority shareholder of Ghana Premier League side, Accra Lions. The 62-year-old, earlier on Tuesday, was at an event in Accra to officially announce his acquisition of shares in the club. The 1990 World Cup winner will be owning the club alongside football agent, Oliver König, and Chinese-based Ghanaian footballer, Frank Acheampong. Speaking about his long-term expectation following his investment in the club, Matthaus said: “What is important for me is performance and improvement from the players.” “When…

24 May

Sammy Kuffour Explains Why Lothar Matthaus Is Investing In Accra Lions

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Former Bayern Munich defender, Sammy Kuffour, says Lothar Matthaus’ decision to invest in Accra Lions shows there are a lot of talents in Ghana. On Tuesday, May 23, there was an event in Accra to officially announce the former FIFA World Player of the Year as one of three new owners of the Ghana Premier League side, with the ex-player now boasting the majority stake in the club. Speaking at an event at the German Ambassador’s residence on Tuesday night, Kuffour, who played alongside Lothar, detailed the rationale behind the World Cup winner coming to Ghana. “I feel blessed to…

23 May

Bayern Legend Lothar Matthaus Buys Accra Lions

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Former Germany captain and world cup winner, Lothar Herbert Matthaus, has officially bought the majority stake in Ghana Premier League side, Accra Lions. According to German outlet Der Spiegel, the Bayern Munich legend has named previous owners, Ghana international Frank Acheampong and football agent Oliver Konig as partners. Other reports claim that the stake bought by the German was worth €2 million. Speaking with Bild, Matthaus said his purchase aimed at the business side of football, given the enormous talents available in the country. "Of course, it's a business model. Ghana has always had a huge potential for talent, you…

07 Mar

2022/23 #GPLwk20 Wrap: Accra Lions Go Second, Samartex Pip Leaders Aduana FC

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The week 20 fixtures of the 2022/23 Ghana Premier League (GPL) were played across the various match centers over the weekend. Accra Lions won at Tamale City to go second while Samartex pipped leaders Aduana FC in Samreboi, reducing their lead at the top of the log to only two points. Here’s a wrap of the action over the weekend. King Faisal 2-0 Great Olympics The In Sha Allah lads downed the Dade boys at Dr Kwame Kyei Complex on Saturday to move out of the relegation zone after starting the day in 16th. A 17th minute Baba Yahaya penalty…

07 Feb

2022/23 Betpawa PL: Mukwala Nets Brace As Kotoko Run Riot Against Accra Lions

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Defending champions of the betPawa Ghana Premier League, Asante Kotoko, reclaimed the second position on the league table following their thumping win over Accra Lions on Monday, February 6. The Porcupine Warriors won back-to-back home games under the floodlight at the Baba Yara Stadium with Steven Mukwala continuing his stunning form. Seydou Zerbo’s men secured a 4-0 win against the Accra-based side as they jumped to second position behind Aduana FC with just four points separating the two teams. Rashid Nortey opened the scoring for the home side in the 23rd minute of the game connecting with a square pass…