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11 Feb

Sulley Muntari Opens Up On Special Bond With Asamoah Gyan

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In a heartwarming display of camaraderie, Ghanaian football legend, Sulley Ali Muntari, has publicly expressed his deep affection and admiration for fellow national team icon, Asamoah Gyan, despite the latter's past criticism of his former teammates. During a fiery Instagram Live session on January 2, 2025, Gyan took aim at his former Black Stars colleagues, addressing several contentious topics. He notably accused them of lacking courage in the aftermath of his infamous World Cup penalty miss. “Why didn’t the others step forward to take it? They were afraid. Cowards. I will say it — they are cowards,” he said during the live session. However,…

26 Sep

It’ll Cost The Party – Wontumi’s Aide Wades Into Asamoah Gyan’s NPP Resignation Saga

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Oheneba Nana Asiedu, a journalist and aide to the Ashanti Regional chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has posited that the resignation of legendary Ghanaian footballer Asamoah Gyan from the party is one of many decisions that could cost the party the 2024 elections. Oheneba Asiedu, who is gravely disappointed by Gyan’s resignation, believes that the resignation could have been triggered by something significant within the camp. He noted that Asamoah Gyan showed great enthusiasm and passion and that he was shocked by his decision to withdraw from the campaign activities. He warned that the NPP could be headed for opposition if some persons within…

19 Jul

I Took Some Criticisms Personal – Asamoah Gyan On Attacks He Faced As Black Stars Player

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Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has stated that during his time with the national team, he did not take some criticisms lightly. Gyan, Ghana's all-time top scorer, asserted that he did not take criticisms that came off as abusive lightly. Speaking at the Afro Sports Summit in Accra on July 18, the former Sunderland striker said he put himself in the position to be criticised when things did not go as expected because he showed up in games. "It got to a point where I was very consistent in scoring goals. So, I put myself in that position for…

03 Jul

It Was A Tough Decision To Move To China – Asamoah Gyan Reveals

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Asamoah Gyan, the Ghana legend, revealed that his move to the Chinese Super League was a challenging decision for him. After a successful period with Al Ain in the UAE, Gyan signed a two-year deal with Shanghai SIPG in July 2015, earning a weekly salary of £227,000. Despite the difficulty of the move, Gyan consulted with his family and ultimately believed it was the right career move. The decision paid off, as he was able to establish companies that provided employment opportunities for Ghanaians. Gyan, who retired in June 2023, remains Ghana's all-time leading goalscorer with 51 goals and Africa's highest…

27 Jun

Asamoah Gyan Calls For Patience For ‘Young’ Black Stars Team

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Former Ghana captain, Asamoah Gyan has urged patience with the Black Stars under Otto Addo’s leadership, following their recent resurgence in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. After a string of nine winless matches, Ghana triumphed 2-1 against Mali in Bamako and secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Central African Republic in Kumasi’s Baba Yara Stadium. Speaking on UTV, Gyan emphasized the importance of maintaining continuity within the squad, suggesting that retaining 80% of the current players for at least five years could propel Ghana back to its former footballing heights. “The team has given us hope in their last…

25 Jun

I Am Serving In NPP’s Manifesto Committee In The Interest Of Ghana – Asamoah Gyan

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Former Ghana captain, Asamoah Gyan has said his decision to join the New Patriotic Party’s manifesto committee is in the interest of Ghana. Gyan, who previously played for Sunderland and Liberty Professionals, was appointed earlier this year to lead the youth and sports sub-committee of the NPP’s 2024 manifesto committee. In an interview with Asaase Radio, Gyan stated that his involvement in the committee is driven by a desire to contribute to the development of sports in Ghana. ‘I thought this was a great honour. I am not a politician if the National Democratic Congress (NDC) came, I would have…

22 May

Asamoah Gyan Predicts Bright Future For Black Starlets Coach Laryea Kingston After WAFU B U-17 Victory

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Former Ghanaian national team captain Asamoah Gyan has commended Black Starlets coach Laryea Kingston for the team's consecutive victory in the ongoing WAFU B U-17 tournament. The Black Starlets achieved a 2-0 win against Benin, maintaining their top spot in Group A. Initially, Benin seemed capable of causing an upset, but midfielder Mark Kagawa altered the course of the game by scoring the first goal in the 20th minute, much to the delight of the audience. Shortly after, Theophilus Ayamga extended Ghana's lead with an impressive goal following a rebound. Following the match, Asamoah Gyan utilized his official X page to express his admiration for Laryea Kingston's…

16 May

Asamoah Gyan Holds Fruitful Meeting With Zimbabwean President

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Former Ghanaian captain Asamoah Gyan engaged in a fruitful discussion with Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday. Gyan, currently in southern Africa, visited President Mnangagwa at State House in Harare to discuss a wide range of topics. The meeting was marked by a warm welcome from President Mnangagwa, who expressed his pleasure at hosting the legendary footballer. Gyan, renowned for his successful football career and charitable work, highlighted his dedication to forming valuable partnerships to enhance the welfare of young people not only in Ghana but throughout the continent. Following the meeting, Gyan stated, "I have been in Southern Africa in recent…

16 Apr

2010 World Cup: Asamoah Gyan Reveals Conversation With Stephen Appiah After Missed Penalty

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Asamoah Gyan, the former captain of the Black Stars, has responded to and dismissed rumours of any disagreement between himself and former teammate Stephen Appiah regarding the missed penalty in the 2010 FIFA World Cup quarter-final match against Uruguay. Gyan clarified that he was specifically chosen as the primary penalty taker by the coach before the match. He emphasized that he had successfully converted penalties in the previous group-stage matches against Serbia and Australia. Despite the unfortunate outcome against Uruguay, where his shot hit the woodwork after deceiving the Uruguayan goalkeeper, Gyan maintained that he was indeed the designated penalty…

15 Apr

I Wish I Could Retake 2010 World Cup Penalty – Asamoah Gyan

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Former Ghana captain, Asamoah Gyan is hoping for a second chance to retake the missed penalty against Uruguay in the 2010 World Cup quarterfinal. Ghana was then on the verge of becoming the first African nation to reach the semifinal of the Mundial in South Africa, but that did not happen because of the missed penalty. Gyan, who had excelled throughout the global showpiece, missed a crucial penalty in the infamous quarter-final against the South American side which eventually led to Ghana’s elimination. The miss led to intense scrutiny and criticism, with accusations that he was not concentrating during the…