Former spouse of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, May Edochie, was overwhelmed with joy when she received a cash gift of ₦5 million (equivalent to US$6,276) from her fans during her recent birthday celebration.
This surprise gift left her deeply touched by the overwhelming love and support from her admirers.
To mark her birthday, May had organized a charity event attended by several prominent Nollywood actresses, including Uche Nnanna, Anita Joseph, and Rita Edochie, among others.
Videos circulating on social media captured the emotional moment when May was presented with this generous gift, which was a collaborative effort between her fans and actress Anita Joseph.
In expressing her heartfelt gratitude, May struggled to find words to convey her emotions, as this incredible surprise profoundly moved her.
She highlighted the remarkable nature of this gesture, as she had never personally met or interacted with any of the individuals who showered her with this overwhelming display of love.
“I was made to understand that @patienceblogs pulled this stunt on her YouTube channel (Patience Blog Official) in conjunction with @realanitajoseph and @bella_jordie. Words cannot describe the moment this awesome surprise came during @maysoasisfoundation PROJECT FEED & EMPOWER A WIDOW!”
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In a touching Instagram post, May expressed her gratitude, saying, “I’ve never seen or met any of you yet you show me unexplainable love. Thanks, y’all from deep within for this gesture and generosity. May God bless and reward y’all immensely.”
Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe, a former aspirant for the presidency of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), has advised George Afriyie to reconsider his bid for the upcoming association election.
George Afriyie had his candidacy disqualified, leading him to file a petition with the Court of Arbitration of Sports to challenge this decision.
However, Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe suggests that Afriyie should withdraw from the race due to significant support from key football administrators for the incumbent president, Kurt Okraku.
“I would have told him [George Afriyie not to pursue this case further],” he told JoyNews.
“Look at the number of endorsements we have seen. Are we to disbelieve the likes of Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe, Amarkai Amarteifio, Moses Armah Parker, and some of these persons, in the last elections 2019, everybody in our football knows where some of them stood in terms of who they were backing.
“Yet these persons have come forward and said ‘we are not saying our football is perfect; there is so much more work to do, but given the signals that we’ve seen of these four years of Mr. Kurt Edwin Simeon Okraku, we think he is laying a good foundation,” he noted.
At the moment, the GFA elections have been delayed following the FA’s dispute with King Faisal who has summoned the body for wanting to hold presidential elections before electing new Executive Council members.
The court has rescheduled the hearing to Thursday, October 12, 2023. The adjournment has caused the GFA to postpone their election from October 5, 2023, to October 15.
Spain men’s coach Luis de la Fuente has been summoned as a witness by the judge investigating the former president of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales, for alleged sexual assault and coercion involving women’s international player Jenni Hermoso.
Judge Francisco de Jorge has requested De la Fuente to appear, along with Pablo Garcia Cuervo, the federation’s director of communication, and several other staff members, according to judicial sources.
De la Fuente and Garcia are scheduled to appear in court on October 20, while others, including the women’s team’s psychologist, have been summoned for October 27.
The investigation revolves around Rubiales allegedly forcibly kissing Hermoso on the lips during the medal ceremony in Sydney on August 20, following La Roja’s tournament victory.
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Earlier this week, the judge expanded the investigation to include Spain’s former women’s coach Jorge Vilda, along with Albert Luque, director of the men’s national team, and Ruben Rivera, the marketing director for the federation.
The specific details of Vilda’s involvement in the case were not disclosed.
Three players from the women’s team, including two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas, are scheduled to testify on October 2.
Rubiales resigned from his position amid global outrage over his actions and appeared in court on September 15.
The judge issued a restraining order preventing him from being within 200 metres of Hermoso.
During Monday’s proceedings, Hermoso’s brother and one of her friends corroborated her account that she did not consent to the kiss and had been pressured to justify Rubiales’ actions.
Freezy Macbones was a member of Ghana’s 12-man contingent that represented the country at the 2024 Olympic Games in Dakar in August.
Unfortunately, Macbones and the other eleven Ghanaian boxers failed to secure their spots at the Olympics after being eliminated from the competition.
Freezy Macbones had an early exit when he was defeated by Senegal’s Seydou Konate in a middleweight (80kg) round of 32 bouts.
The British-Ghanaian boxer explained that professional boxing allows for more freedom in exhibiting various styles in the ring, whereas amateur boxing is more restrictive, a realm he had not previously ventured into.
“There is a whole lot of change moving from pro boxer back to amateur boxer. In a pro fight, nobody cares what you’re going to do. You can slip or even do your dance. But being an amateur is different and there are so many rules to follow”, he told Code Mickey in an interview.
“Believe me or not, I won the fight. I won the first round and second round. In the third round, guess what happened? They took a point from me because I used the pro-style”, he added.
On the other hand, the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) has announced that Freezy Macbones will need to secure his spot in the upcoming Olympic Games qualifiers in Thailand and Italy by facing local boxers in competition.
Seth Gyimah, who boasts a record of two victories in two bouts since his professional debut against Christopher Wood in February 2023, will need to earn his place through this route.
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Nigeria’s Sports Minister, John Owan Enoh, has disclosed that both the Nigerian and Italian governments are taking steps to address Napoli’s taunting ofVictor Osimhen.
In his statement on Thursday, September 28, 2023, he emphasised that the ministry places a strong emphasis on the well-being of Nigerian athletes in general.
Consequently, they are determined to ensure that athletes are treated with the respect they deserve.
“We are committed to ensuring our sportsmen and women are accorded the respect they deserve and are not exposed to any injustice,” Mr Enoh said.
Meanwhile, Napoli, in their statement addressing the issue, failed to apologise to the player and instead clarified that the video was not intended to mock Osimhen.
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“Calcio Napoli, wishing to avoid any exploitation of the issue, points out that we never wanted to offend or mock Victor Osimhen, who is a treasure of this club.
“As proof of that, during the summer training retreat, the club firmly rebuffed every offer that was received for the striker’s transfer abroad.
“Social media, in particular TikTok, has always used an expressive form of language with a light heart and creativity, without wanting to, as in the case with Osimhen as protagonist, have any intention of insult or derision.
“In any case, if Victor perceived any offence towards him, this was not what the club intended.”
Amidst the mockery saga, he went on to score for Napoli in their 4-1 win over Udinese at home, taking his goal tally to four goals in six Serie A games.
Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, has addressed the ongoing social media discussions regarding the suitability of Jeremy Doku, a Belgian-Ghanaian winger, and English forward Jack Grealish for his team.
Both of these forwards are vying for a starting position in Manchester City’s lineup, and social media has been filled with debates about which of them is the ideal choice for the left-wing role in Pep’s squad.
Guardiola emphasised that his primary criterion for selecting one of these players for a game is their performance on the field.
“Jeremy can play on the right as well. Who is going to play more? The one who performs better.”
He added that Phil Foden can also play as the left winger; therefore, one can only earn a place based on their performance.
“Phil Foden can play on the left too. The guy who performs best and fits better will play.”
Doku, who joined City in the summer, has gotten off to an impressive start, with Guardiola hailing him as a proper winger in a previous interview.
Meanwhile, Grealish, who made a big-money move to City in 2022, was instrumental in the team’s treble-winning season.
Manchester City will face Wolves at the Molineux stadium on Saturday, September 30, 2023.
Italian television personality Marika Fruscio has appealed for peace from Nigerians after she criticisedSuper Eagles star Victor Osimhen amid his recent troubles with Napoli.
Osimhen, the Nigerian international, took the step of deleting all posts related to the Italian club from his Instagram account this week, following a mocking incident by the club on their official TikTok account.
Fruscio expressed her disagreement with Osimhen’s actions and vented her opinions about the former Lille striker.
This led to strong reactions from Nigerians, who criticised her in the comments section of her Instagram post.
The TV personality, who has since made her account private, has responded to the fans who engaged with her online.
Less than 24 hours after Nigerians stormed the page of Marika Fruscio for her statement over Victor Osimhen’s Saga with Napoli
The Italian beauty also expressed her love of Africa and her thoughts on talent stemming from the continent.
“I have always appreciated their talents and, moreover, the beautiful values in terms of friendship and positivity they have. Now days are so full of bad news so let’s spread love and peace. Hugs to you all,” she concluded.
It was reported that Osimhen deleted all Napoli-related content on Instagram after the club mocked his penalty miss with a controversial TikTok post.
The Super Eagles striker fired blank and fluffed a spot kick attempt as the reigning Serie A champions were held to a goalless draw in Serie A by Bologna over the weekend.
In a now-deleted post on the platform, Napoli shared a video after the game depicting Osimhen missing from the spot along with a high-pitched voiceover mocking him.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed his concerns on Friday regarding the bribery case involving Spanish champions Barcelona.
“A Spanish judge charged Barcelona and several of their former directors with bribery on Thursday after alleged payments to Jose Maria Enriquez Negreira, who was a former Spanish refereeing vice president.”
“Negreira allegedly earned over seven million euros ($7.5 million) from Barcelona between 2001 and 2018 through companies supposedly producing refereeing reports for the club.”
“Police on Thursday raided Spain’s football refereeing headquarters on the outskirts of Madrid as part of a probe into the payments made by Barcelona.”
“I am worried like everyone in the football world about such a serious topic, but justice is working on it, and we have to let justice run its course,” Ancelotti told a news conference.
He continued: “I’ve been living for 40 years in this world (of football), and when these types of things happen, everyone is worried.
“I hope that justice can do its job and reach a solution.”
Barcelona coach Xavi said Thursday he had never noticed any preferential treatment in his playing days at the club.
“I never had the sensation that the referees favoured us, ever,” he told reporters at a press conference ahead of Barcelona’s clash with Sevilla on Friday.
Ancelotti says defender Antonio Rudiger will be fine after suffering some discomfort in the midweek win over Las Palmas, while he hopes to have David Alaba back for Tuesday’s visit to Napoli in the Champions League.
“We have to do things well to play a complete game, make sure the team has balance, defend well and when we have the ball, show the quality that we have to damage them,” said Ancelotti.
The coach said winger Vinicius Junior, who made his comeback from injury against Las Palmas as a substitute, would start on the visit to Montilivi.
Felix and Cancelo strike in Barca demolition of Betis Girona’s own Brazilian wide man, Savinho, has excelled at the start of the season and helped the Catalan minnows, only in the top flight for the fourth season in their history, to fly.
“He’s a young player who is doing very well… he’s showing a lot of quality,” added Ancelotti.
“(But) I think we have the resources and experiences.
This alarming incident reportedly stemmed from a romantic breakup.
The player received immediate attention from club psychologists, and emergency services, along with firefighters and military personnel, were on the scene to ensure his safety and calm the situation.
The 22-year-old Frenchman joined OGC Nice in the summer of 2022 from CSKA Moscow in a 12 million euro transfer on a five-year contract.
Beka Beka, who initially came through the ranks at Ligue 2 side Caen before his move to OGC Nice, had limited playing time last season and has yet to make an appearance in the 2023–24 French Ligue 1 season.
Alexis Beka Beka is a youth international for France and was part of the French Olympic team that competed in the 2020 Summer Olympics.
TheConfederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy will embark on a tour of selected countries within the continent as part of the preparations leading up to the 34th edition of the tournament, set to take place in Cote d’Ivoire.
Accra, the capital of Ghana, has been selected as one of the tour destinations, where the trophy will be on display from November 26 to 29, 2023.
This trophy tour across Africa is being coordinated by the title sponsor, ‘TotalEnergies,’ and is an integral part of the pre-tournament activities.
The tour commenced in Senegal on September 24 and will continue until September 27, after which it will move through various countries, including Equatorial Guinea, DR Congo, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Guinea, South Africa, Nigeria, Angola, Zambia, Morocco, Tanzania, Cameroon, and Mozambique.
The tour will culminate in Abidjan in December, just in time for the upcoming tournament.
The 34th edition of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 is scheduled to run from Saturday, January 13, to Sunday, February 11, 2024.
In the previous edition of the tournament held in Cameroon, Sadio Mane scored the decisive penalty as Senegal emerged victorious, defeating Egypt 4-2 in a dramatic penalty shootout.”
The Italian club is actively seeking to bolster their midfield during the January transfer window, having faced the temporary suspension of Paul Pogba due to a failed doping test.
Hojberg, aged 28, had reportedly expressed his desire to leave Tottenham during the summer, attracting interest from several clubs, including Atletico Madrid.
The Danish international is currently under contract with Tottenham until June 2025 but has seen limited playing time, with only 79 minutes across five Premier League appearances this season.
Tottenham is reportedly open to considering offers for Hojberg but is looking for a fee in the vicinity of €30 million, which poses a challenge for Juventus.
In response, Juventus is exploring the possibility of securing Hojberg on a six-month loan deal in January, with hopes of negotiating a permanent transfer at a reduced fee during the summer.
Manchester United icon Gary Neville expressed his regret over how Cristiano Ronaldo’s second stint at the club ended in an interview with Marca.
Ronaldo’s departure from the Red Devils occurred in November 2022, following a mutual agreement, after he gave an outspoken interview with Piers Morgan.
In that interview, he openly criticised both United and manager Erik ten Hag.
“I wish it hadn’t ended like that,” Neville said. “I wish he had stayed, and they had found a way to cope with each other until the end of the season. But it became impossible once he did the interview with Piers Morgan. It was so public at the time that there was only one outcome.”
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Neville was very critical of Ronaldo and his lack of proactive leadership during his last stint at Old Trafford.
“I love Cristiano; he probably doesn’t love me for what I said,” he said. “But I would like to think that in five to 10 years he will understand that my comments came from a good place. I wanted him to understand that when you get to 35 or 36, the younger players in the locker room and the less talented players rely on you to take them with you; that there are different ways to be a mentor, a coach and a father in some ways.
“He is still my favourite player of all time and the one I like the most when I talk about who is the greatest of all time. I know that many people would say [Lionel]Messi, but I love Cristiano.”
Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, has initiated discussions with Frenkie de Jong regarding a potential contract extension at the club, as reported by Mundo Deportivo.
Relations between Barcelona and De Jong’s camp had been strained last summer due to discussions about a possible transfer to Manchester United.
However, given De Jong’s strong form, despite a recent injury, Barcelona is now eager to prolong his contract beyond its current term, ending in 2026.
Deco has conveyed to De Jong that the desire for contract renewal is not linked to creating more financial room within their LaLiga-imposed spending limits.
Barcelona recently extended the contract of Marc-Andre ter Stegen, with the goalkeeper agreeing to lower wages in the coming years to help the club allocate more funds for player registrations in the current season.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the conversation between Deco and De Jong had a “positive” tone, with the sporting director emphasising that the extension would be based on sporting achievements.
Barcelona’s financial constraints have led the club to primarily focus on acquiring free agents, securing loan deals, and targeting talented players who find themselves out of favour at their current clubs.
According to Mundo Deportivo, this strategy is expected to persist, and they have provided a list of players that Barcelona is considering ahead of the summer transfer window.
First on their list is Jadon Sancho, the Manchester United winger. The English international has been sidelined since August 26 due to well-documented issues with manager Erik ten Hag, resulting in his exclusion from first-team activities.
Ten Hag seems unwavering in his approach, but Barcelona may face competition from Roma, who are also reportedly interested in the 23-year-old.
Another Manchester United player under Barcelona’s radar is Anthony Martial, who has struggled to secure significant playing time, even amid the issues in Ten Hag’s squad. Martial, aged 27, has a contract set to expire in the summer.
Matthijs de Ligt is also under consideration by Barcelona.
The 24-year-old center-back has openly expressed his dissatisfaction with his limited playing time at Bayern Munich, having received just 82 minutes in the Bundesliga under manager Thomas Tuchel this season.
Barcelona is also exploring the possibility of acquiring Arsenal midfielder Jorginho.
The 31-year-old midfielder joined Arsenal in January, but his contract is currently set to expire in the summer of 2024.
Additionally, there is a surprising interest in versatile forward and midfielder Kai Havertz, who recently joined Arsenal this summer for £65 million but has already become a subject of frustration.
Furthermore, Barcelona is among several clubs interested in negotiating with 21-year-old forward Nico Williams if Athletic Club fails to reach a contract renewal agreement with him.
Williams’ current deal is set to expire this summer.
Jose Mourinho admitted that his current season with Roma is off to the worst start he’s experienced as a manager.
This acknowledgment came after Roma’s 4-1 defeat against Genoa, which left them perilously close to the Serie A relegation zone.
Despite this difficult start, Mourinho defended his record by highlighting his recent successes.
Mourinho had previously steered Roma to consecutive European finals, securing victory in the Europa Conference League in 2022 and reaching the Europa League final, where they were defeated by Sevilla earlier this year.
However, with Roma currently positioned 16th in Serie A, he is now facing increased pressure.
In the aftermath of the substantial loss to Genoa, Mourinho used these past accomplishments to make his case.
“It’s also my worst start to a season as a coach,” he said when told it was Roma’s worst-ever start to a campaign.
“However, I don’t think that Roma had ever appeared in two consecutive European finals (before last season).
Roma have just one win from their six league matches so far and a growing injury list is not aiding Mourinho’s cause, particularly in defence.
“When we’re missing certain players, we lack solidity,” he said.
“However, to state that our weakening solidity is the result of the absence of this or that player wouldn’t be correct. Our lack of defensive stability is down to the team as a whole—what happens when we lose possession and when we drop deeper?”
With Roma back in action against Frosinone onSunday before a Europa League fixture against Swiss side Servette on October 5, Mourinho said there is no point in stewing over their problems.
“This is the squad we have, for better or worse. We have to move forward; there’s no time to lament,” he added.
“I might show my feelings behind the scenes because it really affects me emotionally, especially given my relationship with the fans.
“We’ll be working hard tomorrow ahead of our next game. Three points will be at stake—it’s not like we’re in six-pointer territory already—but it’s a huge game for us now.”
West Ham United fans are urging head coach David Moyes to include new signing Mohammed Kudus in the starting lineup for the upcoming match against Sheffield United at the London Stadium.
These supporters, along with numerous Ghanaians, have expressed their frustration over Kudus’ limited playing time, particularly after the club posted a video highlighting his dribbling skills during their recent 1-0 victory in the EFL Cup against Lincoln City.
Since his transfer from Ajax, Kudus has yet to make a Premier League start for West Ham.
In his first three appearances, he came on as a substitute and has played a total of 40 minutes.
However, his last two starts for the club were in the Europa League and EFL Cup, where he earned the Man of the Match award in both games.
Despite his restricted playing time, the Ghanaian sensation has managed to score two goals in just 220 minutes on the field.
West Ham United is set to face Sheffield United on Saturday, September 30, 2023, and they are eager to bounce back in the league after a recent 3-1 loss to Liverpool in their previous outing.
Cristiano Ronaldo demands the best of himself and those around him, according to Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez, but he insists that Ronaldo is not “difficult or complicated.”
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has set numerous records throughout his career and has amassed league titles in England, Spain, and Italy, in addition to winning five Champions League trophies, all as a result of his relentless pursuit of perfection.
Ronaldo has always strived for continuous improvement throughout his extraordinary career.
Mexican forward Hernandez had a brief stint alongside the Portuguese superstar at Real Madrid during the 2014–15 season, a year in which Ronaldo achieved a personal best goal tally of 61.
Hernandez has been in awe of Ronaldo, both during their time together at Santiago Bernabeu and in the years that followed.
Hernandez has told Paramount+ of his time in Spain working alongside one of the very best to have ever played the game: “I always divided it as the first six months being very complicated because I played practically nothing.
“Some unfortunate injuries arose and I was given an opportunity in the second part, which was extraordinary and unique.
Cristiano was phenomenal in the locker room and in his way of being. I don’t think I have met or seen a player who has come out to say that Cristiano is a difficult or complicated person. Cris is Cris. We know his personality and competitiveness, but as a teammate, that is one of the things you cannot take away.”
Ronaldo and Hernandez have ventured beyond European football, with Ronaldo currently playing inSaudi Arabia with Al-Nassr, while Hernandez is in his fourth season with the LA Galaxy in MLS.
Notably, they now find themselves with Lionel Messi as a direct competitor for significant honours in the United States.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, has disclosed that several key first-team players may be unavailable for their upcoming match against Bournemouth this Saturday.
Declan Rice, a summer signing for the team, had to be substituted at halftime during last weekend’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur. Arteta has revealed that Rice has not been able to participate in training this week due to a diagnosed back issue.
Furthermore, Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard, who were absent for the match against Spurs, have yet to return to training, raising concerns about their availability.
Additionally, Bukayo Saka, who was subbed out late in the north London derby and subsequently missed the midweek victory against Brentford in the Carabao Cup third round, may also be sidelined for the upcoming weekend fixture.
The Gunners boss told reporters: “Declan hasn’t trained yet; we have a session in an hour; we’ll get more news about him. Gabi [Martinelli] hasn’t trained; Leo is in the same situation; Saka is the same. They are all in the same pool; Willy [Saliba] had a knock, and Fabio [Viera] wasn’t involved. We have to assess them today.”
While Declan Rice’s substitution during the Spurs match was due to a reduction in his range of motion, Arsenal remains optimistic that his injury isn’t of a long-term nature.
Subsequent to his halftime departure from the game, a battery of tests has been conducted on the £105 million ($129 million) summer signing from West Ham in order to assess the extent of the issue.
Mikel Arteta faces a challenging dilemma in the next 24 hours regarding whom, if anyone, to take a risk with, especially considering the pivotal fixture against Manchester City in a week’s time and an upcoming Champions League journey to Lens on Tuesday.
As the match against Bournemouth approaches on Saturday, September 30 at the Vitality Stadium, Artetais likely to have a severely depleted squad at his disposal.
The winger had been granted a leave of absence by the club on September 10 after facing accusations of violent behaviour from his former girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin, along with similar allegations from two other Brazilian women.
Antony, vehemently denying all allegations made against him by these three women, had been staying in Brazil but returned to Manchester on Tuesday.
He voluntarily participated in a five-hour interview with the police on Thursday, and he was subsequently released with no restrictions. Additionally, he provided evidence to support his refutation of the allegations.
Notably, the fact that Antony has not been arrested or charged in either Brazil or the UK has played a role in his reintroduction to the squad. However, the club will continue to monitor the situation closely as long as police investigations persist.
A statement from United on Friday read: “Since allegations were first made in June, Antony has cooperated with police inquiries in both Brazil and the UK, and he continues to do so.
“As Antony’s employer, Manchester United has decided that he will resume training at Carrington, and be available for selection, while police inquiries proceed. This will be kept under review pending further developments in the case.
“As a club we condemn acts of violence and abuse. We recognise the importance of safeguarding all those involved in this situation, and acknowledge the impact these allegations have on survivors of abuse.”
Antony is scheduled to participate in training on Friday and may be in contention to play against Crystal Palace in the upcoming Premier League match on Saturday.
Antony, who was signed by Manchester United from Ajax for a hefty £85 million ($104 million), initially faced allegations of violent behavior from Gabriela Cavallin back in June. At that time, Cavallin filed a police complaint against him in Sao Paulo.
The club remained silent regarding the allegations, and Antony continued with pre-season training and participated in Manchester United’s tour of the United States. He even featured in all four of the team’s opening Premier League matches.
However, his situation took a turn when he joined the Brazilian national team for their World Cup qualifiers in September. He was subsequently removed from the squad after Cavallin gave an interview to the Brazilian website UOL, providing further details about the accusations.
She claimed that Antony had headbutted her and pushed her in one instance, resulting in the dislocation of one of her breast implants.
She also alleged that during the summer of 2022 in Brazil, Antony had threatened to eject her from a moving car, and in May 2023, he had thrown a glass at her, causing a cut to her finger.
In addition to Cavallin’s accusations, businesswoman Ingrid Lana claimed that Antony had invited her to England in September 2022 and had physically assaulted her by grabbing her, pushing her against a wall, and attempting to kiss her.
Another woman, Rayssa De Freitas, asserted that she had filed a complaint with Sao Paulo Civil Police in May 2022, three months before Antony’s transfer to United, alleging that she had been attacked by Antony and required hospital treatment following an altercation in a car after a night out in Brazil.
Manchester United is expected toface criticism for reintegrating Antony into the team, especially in light of concerns expressed by several charities when the allegations initially surfaced.
These organizations urged the club to remove the player from the squad.
The club had previously drawn widespread criticism for considering the return of Mason Greenwood to the squad after charges of attempted rape, assault, and coercive and controlling behavior against the striker were dropped.
Greenwood has since embarked on a loan to Getafe and started in their 2-2 draw against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday.
David Beckham, the owner of Inter Miami, and his former Real Madrid teammate Zinedine Zidane met before the Open Cup match on Wednesday, just before Inter Miami suffered a defeat.
Unfortunately, Lionel Messi, who missed the game due to an injury, witnessed his team’s loss to the Houston Dynamo from the stadium.
Zidane, the Real Madrid legend, was a guest of David Beckham and joined him on the pitch before the game kicked off.
Zidane is among several celebrities who have come to watch Messi play since the Argentine’s arrival in the United States.
Previously, notable figures like Prince Harry, Selena Gomez, Will Ferrell, Owen Wilson, and Michael Jordan have all been spotted at DRV PNK Stadium.
In 2023, Beckham and Zidane have also had other interactions, with Beckham visiting Zidane’s Z5 sports facility in Istres in June.
Inter Miami, known as the Herons, will be hosting NYCFC on Saturday evening and will be hoping for Messi’s swift recovery to bolster their slim chances of making it to the playoffs.
Manchester United forward Antony was reportedly quizzed by police for five hours after returning to England to face assault allegations.
The Brazilian international stands accused by his former girlfriend, Gabriela Cavallin of having subjected her to a series of physical attacks and mental abuse.
Antony denies all of the allegations and has voluntarily handed himself over to police forces in South America and the United Kingdom. He returned to Manchester on Monday, having flown in from Sao Paulo.
Antony made contact with Greater Manchester Police, with The Sun reporting that he left his home in Hale Barns at around 4 p.m. on Thursday afternoon.
His current partner, Rosilene Silva, was alongside him, with the 23-year-old seen leaving the police station in question at 9:30 p.m.
Cavallin has accused Antony of assaulting her on a number of occasions throughout their relationship, with the first attacks taking place in June 2022 while she was pregnant.
She claims to have been left with a head wound and a sliced finger, while also releasing screenshots of abuse directed at her by Antony on WhatsApp.
Two other women have made similar allegations against Antony.
He has been granted indefinite leave by Manchester United as the case continues, with the Premier League club giving him time to address matters away from the field.
Zinedine Zidane has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement to become the manager of Olympique de Marseille if the club is acquired by Saudi Arabia.
According to France Blue Provence, the former Real Madrid manager has given his consent to take over as the head coach at Stade Vélodrome should the proposed sale of Marseille to the Gulf State come to fruition.
However, this dream may be deferred as the current owner, Frank McCourt, has firmly stated that the club is not available for sale.
Nevertheless, Saudi Arabia has expressed strong interest in acquiring the French club, envisioning a transformation similar to Newcastle’s resurgence in England.
Reports suggest that Zidane has requested a significant £260 million transfer budget to facilitate his return to Marseille.
Additionally, he desires control over recruitment, a request that has garnered approval from the Saudi authorities.
Nonetheless, the ultimate decision lies with Marseille’s owner, McCourt, who must be persuaded to sell for Zidane to return to his former club.
In the meantime, Genaro Gattuso was unveiled as Marseille’s new head coach on Wednesday, succeeding Marcelino.
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) is contemplating taking legal action against former national team coach Roberto Mancini.
Mancini stepped down from his position as Italy’s head coach in August after a five-year tenure, during which he led them to victory in Euro 2020 but failed to secure qualification for the previous year’s World Cup.
However, just two weeks later, he was officially announced as the new manager of Saudi Arabia, having signed a four-year contract.
The FIGC initially supported Mancini’s continuation with the national team despite their absence from the World Cup in Qatar.
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President Gabriele Gravina has now confirmed that they have engaged a lawyer to explore the possibility of pursuing a legal case against the 58-year-old.
“The council has mandated a professional to obtain a technical legal opinion to understand what type of opportunities there may be for compensation,” Gravina told a Federal Council meeting, according to Repubblica.
“Last night we met with Mancini; we said goodbye for a moment because respect and education are key values of sport.” Italy, now under the leadership of Luciano Spalletti, will take on Malta in Euro 2024 qualifying before facing England in October.
Santiago Sosa of Atlanta United said, exchanging jerseys with Lionel Messi is like winning a major trophy.
In the MLS, Messi has swapped shirts with 12 players, including Sosa.
Messi, a seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, joined Inter Miami in the summer, instantly becoming a massive sensation in American soccer.
His presence has attracted A-list celebrities seeking tickets to watch him play, and every opponent hopes to leave with a memento of having shared the field with the legendary player.
To date, Messi has exchanged jerseys with 12 individuals in the United States, including eight fellow Argentinians, two Americans, a Brazilian, and a Ghanaian.
Sosa fought hard for his memento after facing his countryman in the Leagues Cup, with Thiago Almada having beaten him to the punch on the field, but he has told ESPN of walking away with a prized possession: “[Players] usually wear two jerseys during a game, one in the first half and another in the second
“So I gave him mine, and he sent me one he had used [in the first half]. Having faced him is a great memory that’s always going to stay with me. Having the shirt is something nice, not just for me but for my family as well. It’s a trophy, in a way.”
Almada formed part of Argentina’s triumphant 2022 World Cup-winning squad, but he said of landing a club shirt from Messi: “When I grabbed it, it smelled like perfume. On the national team, I never wanted to ask him for his jersey or bother him, so I’m very happy to have his shirt.”
LAFC star John McCarthy is one of the two Americans to have landed a Messi jersey—and the only goalkeeper—and he managed to win the post-game race to the 36-year-old forward despite having already given his shirt to Inter Miami custodian Drake Callender.
McCarthy said: “All I really said was: ‘Ah, Messi. ¿Camiseta, por favour?’ I felt bad because he kind of looked at me like, ‘Where’s yours?’ in a sense. I guess I’m lucky we don’t have many Argentinians on the team!”
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has declined King Faisal FC’s request for a stay of execution regarding their dispute with the Ghana Football Association.
The club, based in Kumasi, had turned to CAS after being relegated from the Ghanaian top-flight league last season due to a protest they lost against Tamale City FC.
The protest alleged double registrations of players Jireh Kojo Nissi and Isaac Mensah within the Ghana FA. The FA acknowledged that the player, Jireh Kojo Nissi, is the same as Isaac Mensah.
King Faisal sought a stay to continue participating in the Ghana Premier League for the 2023–24 season until a final decision was reached.
However, CAS, in a circular dated September 27, 2023, has rejected King Faisal’s request for a stay, pending the final resolution of the case.
The associated costs of this decision will be determined in the final ruling or any subsequent arbitration disposition.
Italian club Napoli has issued an official statement regarding the TikTok video that appeared to mock Nigerian international Victor Osimhen but did not apologise.
Osimhen had missed a penalty during their Serie A match against Bologna, resulting in a draw.
Subsequently, two days later, the club posted a video on its TikTok account, which was widely criticised for being insensitive, offensive, and potentially racist.
The video faced considerable backlash from football fans and pundits globally, prompting the player to remove all Napoli-related images from his Instagram profile.
Napoli’s official Tiktok trolls Osimhen after penalty miss
Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, further threatened to take legal action against the Serie A club.
The 24-year-old was on target in their 4-1 win over Udinese but failed to celebrate the goal. Napoli has finally released an official statement about the situation, as per Football Italia:
“Calcio Napoli, wishing to avoid any exploitation of the issue, points out that we never wanted to offend or mock Victor Osimhen, who is a treasure of this club”.
“As proof of that, during the summer training retreat, the club firmly rebuffed every offer that was received for the striker’s transfer abroad”.
“Social media, in particular TikTok, has always used an expressive form of language with a light heart and creativity, without wanting to, as in the case with Osimhen as protagonist, have any intention of insult or derision”.
“In any case, if Victor perceived any offence towards him, this was not what the club intended”.
Italian TV hostess blasts Osimhen
Earlier, there were reports of Italian TV presenter Marika Fruscio stronglycriticizing Osimhen for removing all content related to his club from his Instagram account.
The club had previously posted a video on TikTok, which has since been deleted, containing content that mocked the striker for his missed penalty.
The Italian champions faced substantial backlash for this post, but Fruscio used social media to accuse Osimhen of displaying unprofessionalism by removing all Napoli-related posts from his account.
Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo expressed strong dissatisfaction with the poor condition of the pitch at theBaba Yara Sports Stadium.
This came after the Black Stars secured a 2-1 victory against the Central African Republic in the final group game of the 2023 AFCON on Thursday, September 7.
Semenyo entered the game as a substitute in the second half and played a crucial part in Ghana’s much-needed win, which secured their place in the next AFCON to be held in Ivory Coast.
He provided the assist for Ghana’s winning goal, scored by Ernest Nuamah, following Kudus Mohammed’s brilliant equalizer from a free-kick.
Despite his joy at contributing to the team’s success, Semenyo lamented the poor state of the pitch, which made movement on the field challenging.
“The pitch wasn’t too good and not also positioning well but the surprise was, we were really good and I’m happy to say I came on and provided the assist for the winner”, he told Bournemouth media.
🇬🇭 Antoine Semenyo speaks about his impact in the last international break and also looks ahead to the AFCON.pic.twitter.com/ozKE3wOOyo
The forward has netted a goal in four matches for Bournemouth in the 2023/2024 English Premier League season and with the Black Stars, Semenyo has scored twice in eight matches.
Semenyo lasted for the first half whenBournemouth defeated Stoke City 2-0 in the EFL third round game at the Vitality Stadium on Wednesday, September 27.
Former Ghanaian coach Kwasi Appiah has been named as the coach of Sudan’s national team, with reports indicating that he will receive a monthly salary of $50,000 for his role.
This appointment is accompanied by a three-year contract, and in addition to coaching, Appiah is expected to assume the position of technical director for Sudan’s national team.
Despite his new responsibilities, Appiah will continue to fulfil his role as the technical director of Asante Kotoko.
His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the club’s life patron, has granted him permission to take on the position of head coach for Sudan’s national team while retaining his position at Kotoko.
Furthermore, in his capacity as the technical director of Asante Kotoko, Appiah is slated to participate in the upcoming Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council elections.
This marks the second time that Kwesi Appiah has worked in Sudan, as he previously served as the head coach of the Sudanese top-flight club Al Khartoum.
During his tenure with Al Khartoum, he guided the team to a fourth-place finish in the league and secured qualification for theConfederation Cup.
Sammy Kuffour often highlights the pivotal role played by fellow Ghanaian football legend, Tony Yeboah, in his successful transition from active playing to retirement.
Yeboah served as a voice of wisdom and conscience, consistently advising Kuffour on the importance of making wise investments during his football career.
Thanks to these prudent investments, Sammy Kuffour has emerged as a role model for many Ghanaian footballers, demonstrating how to effectively manage their financial resources and avoid becoming cautionary tales of “hero to zero” or “riches to rags” stories.
While Sammy Kuffour’s journey and business ventures have been well documented and widely recognised, there are also other Ghanaian football stars who have ventured into the hospitality industry, experiencing notable success in their investments.
This feature sheds light on several Ghanaian footballers who have ventured into the hospitality sector.
Inaki Williams
It came to light on Monday, September 25, 2023, that the Athletic Bilbao forward is putting up a 5-star luxurious hotel at Akyem Achiase in the Eastern Region.
Named San Mames which is the of stadium his Spanish club, the hotel is nearing completion and has a staggering number of rooms with top-notch services.
Gerald Asamoah
The German international has made large economic investments in Ghana even though he does not play for the nation.
The former football player for Schalke inaugurated his multi-million dollar hotel, the Asa Royal Hotel, in 2011.
The building is situated in La, Accra.
Derek Boateng
Derek Boateng owns a chain of hotels in the country. The hospitality arm of Boateng’s investments are handled by his wife.
Popular among the hotels is the one sited close to the Achimota golf park.
Tony Yeboah
In the early 2000s, Yegola Hotel and nightclub used to be a convergence point for Accra’s elite class.
In a recent match, Freezy Macbones faced a defeat at the hands of Senegalese boxer Seydou Konate during the 2024 Olympic Games qualifiers held in Dakar, Senegal on Saturday, September 9.
The 33-year-old boxer, who is based in the UK, draws parallels between his style and that of the legendary Mike Tyson, who was renowned for his tenacity and toughness in the world of boxing.
Speaking to Code Micky in an interview, Freezy said “You have a boxer and a fighter, I’m a fighter. I go in and I don’t care who I’m going to face. I don’t care what you bring to the table, I’ll come inside straight to you and whatever can happen can happen. It’s either I’m going to get hit or you’re going to get hit”.
“I’m not a boxer, I’m a fighter. A fighter always finds it difficult to win a fight if he doesn’t knock his opponent out. A boxer can win the fight without getting a knockout”, he added.
Seth Gyimah boasts a flawless record of two victories in as many professional bouts since his debut in February 2023, where he squared off against Christopher Wood.
His second professional fight took place in April as part of the undercard for the Joe Joyce vs. Zhilei Zhang match.
Gyimah showcased his dominance in the ring at the Copper Box Arena in London and emerged victorious against his opponent, Darryl Sharp.
West Ham United confirmed Kudus’ accolade via a tweet on X, celebrating his outstanding performance during their away win on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
Kudus delivered a sensational performance, coming close to scoring from a freekick and boasting the highest number of successful dribbles in the game.
Nevertheless, it was Tomas Soucek who netted the sole goal, securing the Hammers’ advancement to the fourth round of the League Cup.
Kudus played the entire duration of the match, making an impressive impact with 74 touches, 41 completed passes, 7 successful long balls out of 7 attempts, 4 successful dribbles, 3 shot attempts, 2 created chances, and 2 key passes.
This game marked his second start for West Ham since his transfer from Ajax, and he has earned the man-of-the-match award in both instances.
Following this victory, West Ham is set to face Arsenal in the next round of the EFL Cup.
Italian journalist Marika Fruscio has criticisedNapoli striker Victor Osimhen for what she perceives as rude behaviour towards his teammates.
Osimhen, who had been the subject of social media taunts by the club for missing a penalty, reportedly refrained from shaking hands with his fellow players upon arriving at the team hotel ahead of their match against Udinese on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
Fruscio, who saw no issue with the club’s playful teasing of the player, expressed disapproval of Osimhen’s apparent moodiness and his decision to ignore his teammates.
In an Instagram post, she questioned why the Nigerian striker would contemplate legal action against the club over what she considered a ‘sarcastic’ video. She also assigned blame to the fans for elevating the player to an almost godlike status.
“Your a champion but it takes humility. What’s the use of deleting the photos of the team that worshipped and supported you? What’s the point of flirting like this?? Even legal action for a sarcastic video? An intelligent man would have laughed at it. BE THE PROFESSIONAL. HEAD DOWN AND WORK It’s our fault anyway that we make these players almost gods. JUST THE SHIRT, JUST THE SHIRT.”
Italian journalist slams Osimhen
In a video posted by Napoli-based blogger Gennaro Del Vecchio, Victor Osimhen, appearing displeased, exchanged greetings with Santoro but did not acknowledge his teammates Demme and Zielinski.
Despite the recent incident involving mockery, Victor Osimhen proceeded to score a goal for Napoli in their 4-1 victory over Udinese at their home stadium, bringing his total goal count to four in six Serie A matches.
Ghanaian-born player raised in the UK, Charles Sagoe Jr made his debut for Arsenal during their victory over Brentford in the EFL Cup.
The forward received his inaugural senior start in the 1-0 triumph and delivered a reasonably impressive performance.
He represents one of the promising talents that Arsenal aims to integrate into the first-team roster in the coming years.
Following his debut, Sagoe shared his joy on social media, emphasising that the moment would be etched in his memory forever.
“It’s a dream come true to have made my professional debut with Arsenal last night. It’s a proud moment for me and my family and it’s an experience I’ll never forget. Thank you for your support!”
Charles Sagoe played for 68 minutes in the match before being substituted for Gabriel Jesus.
Arsenal secured the victory with an early goal by Reiss Nelson.
In the upcoming round of the competition, the North London team will be hosting West Ham United.
A group of Cameroonian officials is exerting pressure on FIFA to remove formerBarcelona striker Samuel Eto’o from his position due to multiple controversial incidents linked to him.
In a letter addressed to FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Confederation of African Football (CAF) President Patrice Motsepe, the group questions Eto’o’s continued leadership at FECAFOOT, alleging that he has “illegally” asserted control over the organisation.
CAF had initiated an investigation into Eto’o’s alleged improper conduct in August following leaked audio implicating him in a match-fixing scandal, despite his denials.
Eto’o had claimed he was conversing with a friend who invests in football and expressed that he “would have done everything possible to avoid any refereeing errors against him.”
According to the group’s letter, which includes figures like Pierre Semengue, President of the Professional Football League of Cameroon, and former FECAFOOT Vice-President Henry Njalla Quan Junior, the lack of action taken against Eto’o “lies at the very heart of football’s issues of integrity, ethics, and fair play.”
The letter also references Eto’o’s suspended prison sentence in a tax fraud case, asserting that, according to FECAFOOT’s statutes, he should have relinquished his role after the ruling.
Additionally, it mentions an incident in which Eto’o kneeled a man in the face during the World Cup in Qatar, captured on video.
Eto’o’s partnership with sports betting company 1XBET is another point of contention in the letter, alleging that it constitutes a “flagrant violation” of the FIFA Code of Ethics.
Pointing to the Spanish Football Federation’s (RFEF) swift attempts to remove Luis Rubiales as president following his kiss on Jenni Hermoso after the Women’s World Cup, the letter challenges world football’s governing body, saying: “Not a word has been heard from FIFA despite numerous complaints and reminders from Cameroonian football actors.
“How can FIFA continue to remain silent in the face of so many scandals that compromise public confidence in sporting ethics and the sincerity of matches?”
It continued: “The sad reality of this two-speed management of almost identical situations is that Africa remains a kind of enclave where you can take liberties with the ethics and exemplarity that sports leaders should embody,” the letter says.
“Can you imagine FIFA and UEFA remaining silent when the president of a European football federation is suspected of match-fixing, with audio recordings to back it up?
“Can you imagine FIFA and UEFA keeping quiet while the president of a European soccer federation signed a personal ambassadorship contract with a sports betting operator?”
Noni Madueke was absent from the Chelsea squad for their Carabao Cup triumph against Brighton,and Mauricio Pochettino has provided an explanation for this decision.
Pochettino made five changes to his starting lineup compared to their previous Premier League match against Aston Villa, affording opportunities to Cole Palmer, Ian Maatsen, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Marc Cucurella.
Despite his previous goal in the Carabao Cup against AFC Wimbledon, Madueke was not named in the matchday squad.
Although Madueke has only played 44 minutes in the Premier League this season, Pochettino has clarified that the winger is not sidelined due to injury.
Following Chelsea’s victory at Stamford Bridge, Pochettino was questioned about Madueke’s absence: “It’s about choice, it’s about choice. Election.”
Earlier this week, Napoli’s official TikTok account, which is known for its humorous videos about players, faced backlash for posting two videos featuring Osimhen.
One of these videos poked fun at his missed penalty against Bologna, while the other made a comparison involving a coconut.
Osimhen was understandably upset by this situation and took down all images of himself in a Napoli jersey from his Instagram account. His agent, Roberto Calenda, even issued a legal warning to Napoli.
Although the videos have since been removed, reports indicate that Osimhen has not yet received an apology from the team. Despite this, Garcia attempted to downplay the incident after witnessing Osimhen score in a victory against Udinese on Wednesday.
“Over the last two days, there was a bit of trouble with some clumsy behaviour,” Garcia told DAZN after the game. “Nobody wanted to be hurtful, not TikTok with the video of Victor, nor Victor by taking his photographs down on social media.
“Nobody intended to hurt anyone; these are instinctive reactions and are understandable.
“It is his social media account; he can do what he wants with it. All I can say is that he loves this jersey and will give everything for Napoli this season as well.”
https://youtube.com/watch?v=1eXCxKD-NUQ
Due to the controversial social media posts, there have been doubts regarding Victor Osimhen’s future with the club.
The Nigerian star played a pivotal role in Napoli’s last season, helping them secure the Scudetto after a 33-year drought with an impressive tally of 26 goals.
As a result, he is expected to attract interest from Saudi Arabian teams when the January transfer window opens.
Furthermore, reports suggest that top European clubs like Chelsea and Real Madrid have shown interest in signing the striker.
Despite the recent controversies, Osimhen showcased his skills by scoring a goal for Napoli in their recent match against Udinese.
Fans can look forward to seeing him in action once again when Napoli faces Lecce on Saturday, September 30th.
He made this plea during an anti-corruption forum organized by Togbe Afede, the Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State.
During the forum, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe expressed his deep concern for the nation and stressed the urgent need for influential personalities, including former President Kufuor, the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the National Chief Imam, and Archbishops, to raise their voices in the ongoing discourse on governance.
He firmly believes that the country is currently facing imminent danger, and he pointed out the failure of certain leaders to speak out, which, in his view, is pushing the nation towards a catastrophe.
Addressing former President Kufuor directly, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe urged him to break his silence on the state of affairs, stating, “I would like also to bring to the attention of former President Kufuor that it is time to talk, he has been too silent and because he is refusing to talk it is leading this country into a disaster.”
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe firmly conveyed his belief that the current state of affairs in the country reflects President Akufo-Addo’s ineffective management of national affairs.
He specifically highlighted concerns regarding the actions of the Electoral Commission and cautioned about potential consequences if these issues are not addressed.
“This country is facing danger if you just take a careful look at what the Electoral Commission is doing – the signals are there,” he cautioned.
Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe’s heartfelt plea emphasizes the immediate need to tackle governance challenges and underscores the significance of influential figures using their voices to advocate for the nation’s welfare.
He emphasised that Alan’s decision to leave the party after many years should prompt soul-searching within the party rather than being a cause for celebration among some party members.
Agyarko also noted that while Alan’s resignation is public knowledge, there may be others within the party who have mentally resigned and are only waiting for the elections to officially abandon the party.
“At least my brother Kyerematen has put his thoughts and feelings on paper for all to appreciate. How about the many who harbour similar and maybe more petulant sentiments in their hearts but are not openly expressing same?
“There are many in our party today who, out of dismay, resigned in their hearts and are only waiting to walk away from us at the ballot box,” he said in a statement.
Furthermore, the former campaign manager for President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of party executives in reconciling differences and comforting disheartened members at all tiers of the party.
Alan Kyerematen’s choice to contest the 2024presidential elections as an independent candidate stemmed from his belief that the NPP had experienced substantial transformations, straying from its traditional identity.
Alan Kyerematen, an independent presidential hopeful, has revealed that he strongly advocated for Ghana to seek assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during a challenging economic period.
He made this disclosure as a reaction to critics who say the former minister for trade and industries didn’t speak up when the economy was in a dire situation on Citi TV.
Alan Kyerematen indicated that the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, often provided excuses about potential solutions to the country’s economic challenges.
According to him, he was the one who made a strong case for Ghana to seek assistance from the Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF).
“If a party takes a decision, does it require the minister of trade and industry to be speaking of corruption when the minister of finance is there? I was not appointed to the job of minister.
“I can put it on record that and the minister of finance cannot deny this, and the vice president himself cannot deny this as well. I was a member of the economic management team and the people who have been part of this system will tell you that I was the one who at the time when it became clear that the numbers were so bad, made a strong case that we are not going to listen to the wailing of the minister of finance again,” he stated.
Alan Kyerematen (R) and President Akufo-Addo (L)
He continued, “Always giving excuses about what he can do to turn it around and all that, I made a strong case that the minister for finance has no basis for going around saying that we will not go to the IMF because he is unable to provide any alternative. I told them that where we were at the time, we had no choice but to go to the IMF if they were true.
He further pointed out that when the President eventually decided toseek assistance from the IMF, he was the first high-ranking official to publicly defend the decision
“So, when the president finally made the decision, I was the first person in a leadership position who went publicly to defend the position of the IMF. Did you hear the vice president or the finance minister come to defend the IMF?”
Ghanaian boxer Isaac Dogboe has confirmed his next fight, scheduled for Saturday, November 18, 2023, in Manchester, United Kingdom.
However, his opponent for this bout has yet to be announced.
Dogboe’s most recent fight took place in April 2023, where he suffered a defeat in a world title match against Cuba’s Robeisy Ramirez.
The bout ended with a unanimous decision in favour of Ramirez and was held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA.
For his upcoming fight, Dogboe will compete in the WBC Featherweight Eliminator, marking his first professional match on British soil.
Isaac Dogboe gained recognition when he became the WBO super bantamweight champion on April 28, 2018, after defeating then-world champion Jesse Magdaleno.
However, he later lost the WBO super bantamweight title to Emanuel Navarrete at the Hulu Theatre in New York City’s Madison Square Garden on December 8, 2018.
It’s worth noting that Dogboe is now under new management, known as Rising Star African Promotion (RSAP), having parted ways with his father and former trainer, Paul Dogboe, in 2021.
Gyan took the opportunity to instruct young participants on fundamental football skills, helping them enhance their abilities and gain insights into the sport.
This event was organized by the USL team Tampa Bay Rowdies and featured not only Gyan but also the 2022 USL Championship MVP, Leonardo Fernandes.
After the training session, Gyan kindly signed autographs for the enthusiastic young participants.
Gyan, accompanied by his manager and Executive Council member, Samuel Anim, visited the USA for personal business during this time.
“Inspiring the next Generation. I spent precious time with the kids of Tampa Bay Rowdies in Tampa, Florida. Coaching Clinic, autograph session, and interactions,” wrote the ex-Ghana captain on social media.
Asamoah Gyan announced his retirement in June 2023.
He already holds aUEFA coaching license Band thus qualifies to begin a career path in coaching.
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen arrived at the team’s hotel ahead of their match against Udinese on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, and appeared distant from his teammates.
In a video shared by Napoli-based blogger Gennaro Del Vecchio, Osimhen greeted coach Santoro but did not acknowledge his teammates Demme and Zielinski.
Osimhen ignores teammates as he arrives at hotel
Osimhen’s strained relationship with the club had been exacerbated after Napoli mocked him on social media for missing a penalty in their recent goalless draw against Bologna on Sunday, September 24, 2023.
Victor Osimhen arriving @ Napoli’s team hotel ahead of Udinese game after the public statement considering legal action against the club 🔵🇳🇬
Not greeting Demme and Zielinski but shaking hands with team manager Santoro.
The club’s TikTok account had posted a video of Osimhen protesting for a penalty and subsequently missing it, accompanied by laughter in the background.
Another video had labeled him as a “coconut.”
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Although these videos have been removed, Osimhen’s agent, Roberto Calenda, confirmed their intention to pursue legal action against Napoli.
Life patron of Asante Kotoko, His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has given his approval for Kwasi Appiah, the club’s technical director, to take on the role of head coach for the Sudan national team.
Appiah had a meeting with Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in London, during which the Asante King offered his blessings for Appiah’s new endeavour.
Kwasi Appiah will continue to fulfil his duties as the Technical Director for the Porcupine Warriors while also participating in the Ghana Football Association’s Executive Council elections, originally scheduled for September 27 in Tamale but currently on hold.
The former Ghanaian international, who has previously managed the Black Stars in two stints (2013–2014 and 2017–2019), is expected to provide technical leadership forKotoko as they undertake team restructuring.
Brahim Diaz is expected to take his place in the starting XI.
Bellingham, who had started all seven of Madrid’s previous games this season and played 620 minutes, will be on the bench along with Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, and the now-fit Vinicius Jr.
Madrid has won five of their six La Liga matches and was on a five-game winning streak until their recent loss to Atletico Madrid.
They received a boost from Barcelona’s draw with Mallorca and have the opportunity to take the top spot in La Liga if they return to winning ways.
Following the Las Palmas match, Madrid will prepare for a top-of-the-table clash against Girona on Saturday, possibly with Bellingham being rested in consideration of that important showdown.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is concerned that his team could become fatigued due to the inability to fly back home after their Wednesday match against Newcastle.
City’s usual practice after an away match is to fly home to Manchester, but they will be forced to embark on a lengthy bus journey this time because of plane-related issues, as explained by Guardiola.
The reigning European and English champions will return later than planned due to this five-and-a-half-hour bus trip, with their estimated arrival in Manchester around 2 a.m. on Thursday.
Subsequently, they will have to travel to Wolves on Friday for preparations ahead of their Premier League match on Saturday. Guardiola is anxious about the physical condition of his players given this demanding schedule.
“After the game we cannot come back by plane because of a problem – something for the planes,” he told reporters. “We don’t have a plane to travel back, so we have to take a bus. It’s two or three hours later that we will arrive here – so, so late, arriving on Thursday.
The day after, Friday, we travel to Wolves, so that’s what you have to think about.
“Then we go to Germany to play [RB] Leipzig in the Champions League next week. That’s a really important game for us, because we know what it means to be able to win there to qualify for the next stage.
“I don’t know what happened [with the aeroplane] . The team manager told me. It happened with the previous one, I think in London.
It’s not a problem with the bus, but we will arrive much, much later than we expected, but it is what it is.”
Chelsea captain Reece James is facing charges from the Football Association (FA) for confronting an official following his team’s loss to Aston Villa.
The FA has accused him of using “improper and/or insulting and/or abusive words” towards the official.
James, 23, was not part of the Chelsea squad that suffered a 1-0 defeat against Villa on Sunday.
He has been sidelined due to a hamstring injury sustained in the team’s first Premier League match of the season against Liverpool.
Despite not playing, James attended the match and confronted the official after the game, potentially leading to a suspension.
A statement read: “Reece James has been charged with a breach of FA Rule E3 following Chelsea’s Premier League game against Aston Villa on Sunday, September 24.
It is alleged that the defender engaged in inappropriate and/or offensive and/or abusive language and/or conduct towards a match official in the tunnel following the match.
Reece James has until Friday, September 29, to provide a formal response to this charge.
While he aims to expedite his recovery from injury, James must address the FA’s allegations before any potential disciplinary action is taken.
For the first time since their relationship became public and divorce papers were filed, the two were recently seen spending time together at Disneyland.
Ariana Grande, Ethan Slater Spotted in Disneyland The former Nickelodeon alum and the “Spongebob Squarepants: The Musical” actor were spotted touring the happiest place on earth earlier this week.
Photographs of them were sent to Deuxmoi, a renowned social media entertainment insider. In these images, the two were observed holding hands while dressed discreetly.
Although the photos do not reveal their faces, they were captured being escorted by a park attendant as they enjoyed the amusement park’s rides.
To maintain a low profile in the bustling amusement park, they both opted for loose-fitting sweatshirts and baseball hats.
The two have faced criticism on social media due to their relationship. Slater, who is married and has one child with his wife, entered into a relationship with Grande.
While it was stated in Grande and Dalton Gomez’s divorce documents that there was no overlap between her marriage to Gomez and her involvement with Slater, some have pointed out that Slater and his wife were still married at the time.
Earlier this month, Ariana Grande and Dalton Gomez officially initiated their divorce proceedings. According to the filings, Grande has requested the enforcement of their prenuptial agreement, with particular emphasis on her jewelry being recognized as separate property and assets.
Remarkably, despite their divorce, Grande and Gomez have maintained an amicable relationship.
Sources claimed that Jay was “completely blindsided” with her estranged husband’s relationship with the pop star.
Jay slammed Grande in a Page Six exclusive interview: “[Ariana’s] the story, really. Not a girl’s girl,” Jay told us at the time. “My family is just collateral damage.”
Member of Parliament for Yapei Kusawgu and former Deputy Energy Minister, John Jinapor,have expressed concern about the permission granted to Chinese entities to import 300 tankers.
His comments came after energy expert Kwame Jantuah issued a warning that the increasing presence of Chinese tanker drivers in Ghana’s petroleum sector could lead to capital flight and weaken the local currency, the Cedi.
Jantuah explained that the Chinese might convert their earnings from Cedi to dollars and repatriate them, thereby exerting pressure on the local currency and exacerbating its challenges.
While acknowledging the importance of foreign investors for the local economy, John Jinapor emphasised the need to safeguard the interests of local players and ensure their prominent participation in the petroleum sector.
According to local tanker drivers, approximately 300 tanker trucks have already been imported into the country.
Speaking on the Sunrise show on 3FM with Johnnie Hughes on Wednesday, September 27, Mr. Jantuah, who is also a private legal practitioner, remarked, “One thing we should be mindful of is that the Chinese are always strategic in what they do.”
“They have a refinery; they have the raw materials; they now have tankers; the next thing you see is that they have petroleum garages.”
He added, “The most serious aspect is the capital flight issue. We need dollars in this country; the Cedis that they [Chinese] will earn from refining petroleum products, will have to change into Dollars, they are taking dollars out of the system which affects our Cedi, and we cannot allow that to happen.
“The money that they make goes into their banks, not our banks;we have to ensure that the money stays in our banks for development.”
“Investment is good but if that investment is going to spoil Ghanaian businesses, we don’t need it,” he stressed.
John Jinapor, a former deputy energy minister and member of parliament for Yapei Kusawgu, commented on the same programme and questioned why the Chinese were allowed to import 300 tankers.
Although he said that international companies should be allowed into the nation, he also said that they couldn’t compete with domestic companies.
“Why will a Chinese company bring 300 tankers into this country?” he asked.
He added, “Inasmuch as you want to do business in Ghana, don’t kill our local businesses.”
He further assured that the Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament will further project the concerns of the local tanker drivers and ensure that their interests are protected.
Deputy Minister of Energy, who is also a lawmaker for Sekondi, Andrew Egyaper Mercer, assured that efforts were underway to protect Ghanaians in the petroleum sector.
“We are not losing sight of the need to protect Ghanaian investors and also the need for foreign investors,” he said.
He added, “We will ensure that they [Chinese] do not operate to the disadvantage of locals.”
TheNational Petroleum Authority (NPA) has already written to Sentuo Refinery Limited, the Chinese company that is reported to have imported the tankers into the country, expressing concern about this action.
Selena Gomez offered a rare and candid glimpse into her life through “My Mind and Me,” a documentary that allowed her to share her deepest emotions.
The documentary delved into Gomez’s journey as she confronted mental health challenges, battled body dysmorphia, navigated life in the public eye, and dealt with her health condition.
However, in 2023, Gomez appeared to have some regrets about this decision.
Selena Gomez Regrets ‘My Mind and Me’ In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter and Gomez, Universal Music Group CEO Sir Lucian Grainge, and Thrive Global CEO Arianna Huffington, the Grammy-nominated singer confessed what she thought about the documentary in retrospect.
Apparently, Gomez was “very against it.”
“There was a very long period of time where I just didn’t know if it was a good idea,” Gomez revealed. “I knew, eventually, that one day I wanted to maybe just be an actress for a while, and I didn’t know if it would jeopardise things in my life. I don’t know what I’m doing—letting people into my life. And then, the moment it was released… I had no choice at that point. And I was relieved. I felt like a huge weight was lifted.”
Apple TV distributed the documentary. It garnered critical acclaim, with The New York Times noting its “honest portrait study of stardom and mental illness.”
“It’s far from the first music document to reveal that it can be lonely at the top, but it is among the few to convey that there are no easy answers for that when mental illness is at the root.
Of all the portrayals of pop superstars that have been produced in-house in recent years, “My Mind & Me” is probably the one with the least celebratory third act, which is something to celebrate,”Variety said about the documentary.
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For some, reliving that trauma again by watching the documentary might trigger one’s memories. Gomez experiences that too. She admitted that it has become” very hard” for her to watch the documentary.
“I will never watch it again, but I’m very proud of it. I couldn’t have been luckier to have the people that worked on it with me,” she continued to say.
In November 2022, the Critics Choice Association awarded it the Seal of Female Empowerment in Entertainment, while both the MTV Movie & TV Awards and iHeartRadio Music Awards acknowledged it as the Best Documentary of 2022.
Additionally, the documentary has received a nomination for a Primetime Creative Emmy Award in the category of Outstanding Writing for Nonfiction Programming, credited to Alek Keshishian and Paul Marchand.
In addition to creating club-friendly music and tracks that are sure to get fans dancing and grooving to the beat, Britney Spears is also recognized for sharing various videos across the internet.
Frequently, the pop star would be seen wearing revealing outfits, showcasing her dance moves in front of the camera, all to be shared with her vast online following.
However, a recent video of hers raised alarm as she seemed to be dancing while holding two knives, posing a significant safety risk.
It looks like Britney Spears might have cut herself during her whole knife routine yesterday. She appears to have Cuts on her thigh, and a bandage cover a cut wrist pic.twitter.com/X98dC1yIsZ
On her official Instagram account, the “Gimme More” songstress posteda video where she can be seen donning a crop top and swimsuit bottoms, energetically dancing in her living room.
In the backdrop, her dogs were observed as spectators.
However, what set this clip apart was her holding two knives in each hand while spinning and dancing to the music.
“I started playing in the kitchen with knives today,” she wrote in the caption.
She later assured her followers that the knives were not real and it appears that she did it for Halloween.
Britney Spears Fans Concerned Over Her Well-Being Although the comment section for her post had been turned off, fans still expressed their concern on social media.
“she almost hurt herself and her dogs. she needs help,” one wrote.
“It looks like Britney Spears might have cut herself during her whole knife routine yesterday. She appears to have Cuts on her thigh, and a bandage cover a cut wrist,” another one wrote.
“She makes me sad sometimes. 🙁 ” one posted.
“I don’t really know anything about Britney Spears but as long as she doesn’t actually drop a knife and hurt one of those dogs, I’m fine with this. It’s the old running with scissors thing,” one wrote.
The recent development follows rumors circulating online about Spears’ team preventing her from participating in sit-down interviews to promote her upcoming book.
According to sources reported by Page Six, one of the primary reasons for their reluctance was her Instagram videos.
Various television networks, including “60 Minutes,” have been actively pursuing an interview with Spears, but it appears that this prospect won’t materialize in the near future.
However, another insider claimed that it’s all on the singer if she wanted to be interviewed or not, as they noted, “She’s a free woman. She’ll decide. It’s her choice.”
