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26 Mar

Jordan Ayew Names Christian Atsu As Best Player He Played With

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Black Stars captain Jordan Ayew has hailed the late Christian Atsu as the best player he has ever played alongside in his career. Atsu, who was named the Best Player at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), tragically passed away in 2023 after being found under rubble following a devastating earthquake in Turkey, where he was playing professionally. When asked about the best player he has played with, Ayew had no hesitation in naming Atsu. “The best player I’ve ever played with, unfortunately, is no longer with us, and that’s Christian [Atsu]. I played with Muntari and Essien,” he…

05 Jun

Christian Atsu’s Last Words To His Coach Before His Death

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Hatayspor head coach, Volkan Demirel, has disclosed what late Black Stars player Christians Atsu told him when they had a conversation the night before the tragic earthquake in Turkey. According to Demirel, Atsu's last words to him were 'I want to keep playing'. Speaking to The Athletic, Demirel said prior to Atsu's last match as a footballer, he had been battling injuries for two months, but announced himself fit a few days before the game. "For two months he’d not played because of injury but in the week building up to the game he came to my office and said…

17 Apr

Ship Dealer Pays For Release Of 9 Prisoners Who Were Waiting On Christian Atsu To Pay Their Fines

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Popular comic radio personality, Oliver Khan The Ship Dealer has paid for the release of 9 inmates from the Kumasi Central Prisons who were waiting on the late Christian Atsu to help them. According to a report filed by Kumasi-based Pure FM, the 9 inmates in question were set to be to be released by Christian Atsu but that could not happen as the footballer met his untimely death just when payment had to be made for their release. Ship Dealer who claims to be the richest man in Ghana in his comic videos contacted Crime Check Organization to continue from where Atsu left…

11 Apr

‘All Goals I’m Going To Score From Now Are For Christian Atsu’ – Bernard Mensah

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Ghanaian footballer Bernard Mensah has pledged to dedicate all goals he scores to his late compatriot Christian Atsu, who died in February following an earthquake in Turkey. Mensah made the announcement after scoring for Kayserispor against Umraniyespor in the Turkish Super Lig. "Atsu's death and the next process were very difficult for me. He was a special person to me. All the goals I scored and will score are for him, I will never forget him," said Mensah. Mensah's goal helped Kayserispor secure a 3-1 victory over Umraniyespor, with Mame Baba Thiam and Carlos Mané also scoring for the hosts. Mehmet…

05 Apr

Newcastle United Remembers Christian Atsu’s Goal, Assist Against West Ham In 2017

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Newcastle United has shared a video of one of Christian Atsu’s best performances for the club. In a Premier League match between the Magpies and West Ham, Christian Atsu produced an assist and a goal as Newcastle came from a goal down to win 3-2. Atsu first set up Newcastle’s second goal before scoring the goal that turned out to be the winner. Christian Atsu received on the left flank and nutmegged Zabelata to set up Diame for Newcastle’s second goal. Atsu then added his name to the score sheet by finishing off a brilliant counterattack to give Newcastle a two-goal cushion. Andre Ayew…

21 Mar

Ghanaian Woman Based In Portugal Recounts How Christian Atsu Supported Her In Time Of Distress

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Beyond his performance on the field, testimonies about the life of Christian Atsu following his demise have brought to light his acts of benevolence and philanthropy. In a video shared by Ghana News TV on YouTube, a Ghanaian lady based in Portugal shared her personal experience with Atsu at a time when she was at her lowest. Addressing a gathering of Atsu’s family and friends during his funeral activities, the lady said she met the late Black Stars player in Portugal in 2011 when she was struggling with her preterm baby. “Before giving birth, the man responsible left. In March…

17 Mar

Former Black Stars Players Left Inconsolable After Paying Respects To Atsu [VIDEO]

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Former Black Stars players Samuel Osei Kuffour and John Paintsil were left inconsolable after paying their respects to Christian Atsu. Atsu, who was confirmed dead in February following the tragic Turkey earthquake, was laid to rest on Friday, March 17 at the State House in Accra. https://twitter.com/tv3_ghana/status/1636614962494812161?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1636614962494812161%7Ctwgr%5Eb0e2a0c86709e147bbd999b1786e7ed205dc1544%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2F3news.com%2Fformer-black-stars-players-left-inconsolable-after-paying-respects-to-atsu-video%2F The funeral was attended by a large gathering of top personalities, family, and friends. During the final funeral rites, which included filing past the remains, emotions ran high as most people broke down in tears after seeing Atsu’s motionless body. Kuffour and Paintsil were no exception and were deeply affected by the…

17 Mar

You Were Someone I Trusted In Everything – Wakaso Pays Tribute To Atsu

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Mubarak Wakaso is still heartbroken following the passing of his close friend and former Black Stars teammate, Christian Atsu. Despite being unable to attend Atsu’s funeral on Friday due to club commitments, the Genk midfielder shared an emotional tribute expressing his struggle to come to terms with Atsu’s sudden death. Atsu tragically lost his life in February during the massive earthquake that hit Turkey. He was trapped under rubble and was found lifeless a week later. Wakaso and Atsu shared a close bond, and their friendship was well-known, making Wakaso one of the individuals many thought of when they heard…

17 Mar

Social Media Users Mourn Christian Atsu As He Goes Home Today

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Social media users are paying glowing tribute to Ghanaian international Christian Atsu who died from the devastating quake that struck Turkey. Singer Patoraking is one of many who tweeted their tributes saying ‘Goodbye, my friend.’ Others tweeted, ‘Rest in Peace’, ‘Fare Thee Well, Christian Atsu’ and many others are some of the comments from fans across the nation and football fraternity as the final funeral rites are underway at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. President Akufo-Addo, Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, former President John Mahama and other dignitaries have since paid their filed past the remains of…

17 Mar

Christian Atsu’s Fame Didn’t Get Into His Head – Kwabena Yeboah

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Testimonies about Christian Atsu’s selflessness continue to pour in since his death was announced in February. Today, family, friends, footballers and top personalities including President Akufo-Addo have gathered to pay their last respect to the late Hatayspor player. One of them was veteran commentator Kwabena Yeboah, who filed past the body this morning as the former Black Stars player’s funeral is being held at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. Speaking to JoyNews, Mr Yeboah eulogised Christian’s humility despite being at the pinnacle of his career. For him, the late footballer’s humility is worth emulating. “He never allowed…