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01 Aug

#FillGPLCentres: We Need To Restore Traditional Clubs Back To Glory – Mawuko Afadzinu

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Marketing professional Mawuko Afadzinu has revealed getting the traditional clubs to the heights they belong could be a way of making the Ghana Premier League attractive again. Unlike some years ago, Ghana’s top fight has failed to deliver the excitement it possesses and the competition fans desire which has led to the low patronage of the league. According to Afadzinu, who also serves as the President of the Ghana Table Tennis Association, the Premier League’s level and patronage have dropped due to the traditional clubs underperforming. Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak have won the league once each in the…

01 Aug

#FillGPLCentres: GHALCA Will Adopt Findings From Football Survey – Kudjoe Fianoo

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The Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association, Kudjoe Fianoo, has pledged to implement the outcome of the survey by the Multimedia Group on the low patronage of the Ghana Premier League. Nhyira Sports and Joy Sports conducted a survey to find out the rationale behind people showing little or no interest in Ghana’s top flight over the last few years. The survey became a necessity after clubs saw a massive drop in numbers with regard to attendance at the various stadia. The Multimedia Group presented its findings during a Mid-Year Thought Leadership event, dubbed “#FillGplCenters” on Monday, July 31.…

11 Jul

No Local Broadcaster Was Interested In The GPL When We Took Up The Rights – StarTimes

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The General Manager of StarTimes Ghana, Mrs. Akorfa Banson recently spoke about the significant role her company has played in revolutionizing the television coverage of the Ghana Premier League (GPL). In a video shared on the broadcaster's social media platforms, she discussed StarTimes' entry into the Ghanaian football scene in 2016 and shed light on the positive impact their investment has had on the league and its stakeholders. She said at the time of StarTimes' entry, the GPL had no TV partner or sponsor. The previous TV partner had terminated their three-year deal, citing the league's lack of profitability. Recognizing…

15 Jun

Why Medeama’s Historic Title Triumph Should Set Them Up For Further Greatness

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The coming-of-age moment has finally arrived for Medeama. It’s been some time coming, it did take some doing but it has been pulled off. Medeama are champions. Ahead of the final matchday of the campaign, they had it all in their hands, an enviable position of strength and control. Three points clear of close challengers Bechem United and a date with a raucously charged set of fans versus the relegation-threatened Tamale City at the Akoon Park in what many had dubbed a coronation game of some sort. They wouldn’t bottle it, would they? Well, they didn’t and now they have…

31 May

Bofoakwa Tano Seal Ghana Premier League Return After Beating Eleven Wonders On Penalties

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Bofoakwa Tano have made a return to the Ghana Premier League after a 16-year stint in the National Division One League. The Sunyani-based side’s return to the Ghanaian top flight was confirmed after they won the Division One League – Zone One – playoff final against Eleven Wonders at Accra Sports Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. Bofoakwa Tano won a penalty shootout 7-6 after the game ended 1-1 following 120 minutes of football. Leslie Aryeetey converted a 7th minute penalty to give Bofoakwa the lead, going into the break with the advantage. Two minutes after recess, Zakaria Osman equalized for Eleven Wonders.…

09 May

Alidu Seidu Urges Ghanaians To Support Ghana Premier League

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Clermont Foot defender Alidu Seidu has urged Ghanaians to support the Ghana Premier League. In a video shared on the Ghana Football Association's social media handles, the Black Stars right-back threw his weight behind the domestic top flight, urging Ghanaians to patronize the league. “Hello guys, this is Alidu Seidu, Clermont Foot and Ghana national team player. Ghana Premier League, let’s support our own and let bring back the love” Seidu's endorsement of the Ghana Premier League is seen as a boost for the domestic competition, which has struggled to attract significant attention in recent years. The defender has been…

05 May

Karela United Suspend Player Over Alleged Defilement Of Teenager

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Ghana Premier League club, Karela United, have suspended one of its players over an alleged sexual abuse case involving a teenager. The suspect was remanded in police custody on Wednesday after the victim’s father reported the incident. In an official statement released on Thursday, the club announced that it has suspended the player pending the conclusion of an ongoing police investigation. The statement also noted that management will wait for the court’s final determination of the case before making a final decision concerning his future at the club. “The management of Karela United Football Club hereby announces that it has……

02 May

VIDEO: Angry Paa Kwesi Fabin Fumes At Referees In Kotoku Royals Draw

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Aduana Stars coach, Paa Kwesi Fabin, has lashed out at the referee for his performance in the league leaders’ 1-1 draw against Kotoku Royals in Dawu on Monday night. Aduana went into the game looking to restore a five point lead between them and Bechem United, who had come within two points of the Ogya lads. And Aduana thought they got the win when Isaac Mintah gave them a 71st minute goal but Kotoku Royals drew level late into injury time to deny them the win. But it was the performance of the referee that infuriated Aduana head coach Paa…

05 Apr

GPL: Aduana Stars Make U-turn On Boycott Threats

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Aduana Stars have pulled back on their threat to boycott the Ghana Premier League, after the Ghana FA placed a temporary ban on their home ground. The Nana Agyemang Badu I Park was banned after fans of the club, attacked players and staff of Tamale City, following their 1-0 league victory. After the GFA’s ban, PRO of the club, Evans Oppong indicated they were exploring the opportunity of boycotting the league – amongst others, despite sitting three points clear at the top. However, within the board of the club there is a feeling they ‘have come too far’ to give…

15 Mar

No Home-Based Player Deserves A Black Stars Invitation Now – Nana Oduro Sarfo

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An Executive Council Member of the Ghana Football Association, Nana Oduro Sarfo, believes the current performances of players in the betPawa Ghana Premier League do not warrant a call-up to the national team. He was speaking on the back of Chris Hughton’s decision not to call any home-based player in his 25-man squad for the Black Stars Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Angola later this month. Hughton named his first squad since being appointed as the head coach of the senior national team for the doubleheader against Angola. Not calling any local player has once again raised questions about…