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Asante Kotoko consoles Berekum Chelsea after death of player in robbery
Asante Kotoko SC has expressed sorrow over the death of Berekum Chelsea player Dominic Frimpong following a highway robbery attack in the Ashanti Region.
The football club indicated that it was deeply saddened by the loss of the talented forward, who died after an attack on Berekum Chelsea’s team bus.
The incident occurred on Sunday night when armed robbers attacked the team while they were returning from a Ghana Premier League match.
Asante Kotoko noted that its thoughts are with the family of the deceased player and the entire Berekum Chelsea Football Club during this difficult time.
The club also extended its condolences and wished the late player eternal rest.
Dominic Frimpong died after sustaining gunshot wounds during the attack. He was rushed to the Bibiani Government Hospital but passed away while receiving treatment.
The Ghana Police Service has since launched a manhunt for the perpetrators behind the attack.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) and all the clubs participating in this weekend’s competitions will pay special tribute in honour of the memory of the late Dominic Frimpong of Berekum Chelsea FC (on loan from Aduana FC).
The GFA has in a statement announced that all the players and team officials of the 6 clubs playing this weekend competitions will wear black armbands on their jerseys as a mark of respect during their respective matches.
In addition, a minute of silence will be observed before the commencement of each game in his honour. This tribute will take place during the MTN FA Cup semi-final matches as well as the Women’s Premier League final scheduled for this weekend.
“The GFA counts on the full cooperation of all clubs and the fans in respectfully observing these arrangements as we collectively pay tribute to Dominic Frimpong,” the statement added.
The FA expressed appreciation to all stakeholders for their understanding and support in these times.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Daniel Laryea will handle the MTN FA Cup semifinal clash between Aduana FC and Nations FC at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Roland Addy will serve as Assistant I, with Seth Abletor as Assistant II, while Adaari Abdul Lattif works as 4th Referee.
The match is scheduled for a 3:00pm kick-off at the Swedru Stadium on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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