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2021/22 Ghana Premier League: Week 3: Match Preview – Bibiani Gold Stars vs Asante Kotoko
Asante Kotoko travel to Bibiani hoping to beat Gold Stars and maintain their 100 percent start to the Ghana Premier League.
Only Asante Kotoko and King Faisal are yet to drop points in the league after two games.
The Porcupine Warriors have collected six points, scored five goals and conceded. They commenced with a 3-1 win over Dreams FC, scoring all their goals after the 85th minute mark.
Another late drama ensued last Sunday with Kototo scoring two goals to beat Bechem United in Kumasi.
So far, it has been very good for Dr Prosper Ogum’s men, but they should know that the season is still too early and must stay focused.
They will be without captain Ismail Ganiu who is on national duty with the Black Stars.
Gold Stars are also unbeaten with four points from six in their first season in the top-flight. They are the only newly-promoted who haven’t tasted defeat.
They opened their account with a 1-0 win over former champions Berekum Chelsea and snatched a late draw in Tarkwa against favourites Medeama.
However, their unbeaten start is under threat as they face 23-time champions. Gold Stars will require a memorable performance to cause a massive upset.
Gold Stars can draw inspiration from their fans who are sure to flood the stadium. They also have a manager who knows Kotoko very well. Michael Osei performed well as a Kotoko player and once coached them.
The kick-off is at 3 pm and will be televised. -ghanasoccernet.com
Officials from the Ghana mission in the United Arab Emirates have paid a morale-boosting visit to the camp of the Black Queens.
The delegation, made up of Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto, Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai and Head of Transport Anas Shaibu, visited the team to assure them of the government’s support and commitment to their safety and welfare.
During the visit, the officials interacted with the team and offered words of encouragement, urging the team to remain focused on the tournament despite concerns surrounding unrest in parts of the UAE.
Consular Officer Percy Okudzeto emphasised that the Ghanaian government, through its diplomatic mission, is closely monitoring the situation and is committed to ensuring the team’s safety throughout their stay.
“We want the team to stay calm and focus on the competition. The government and the embassy are doing everything possible to ensure your safety and well-being.” he said.
Consul and Head of Chancery Abdul-Jalil Sigli Yakubu Abdulai also reiterated the mission’s readiness to provide any assistance required by the team during the tournament.
Leadership of the team expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and motivating.
With the backing of Ghana’s diplomatic officials in the UAE, the Black Queens remain determined to represent the country proudly and deliver strong performances in the Pink Ladies Cup.
The Black Queens have arrived in the United Arab Emirates to participate in the upcoming Pink Ladies Cup in Dubai. The team touched down at the Dubai International Airport via Emirates Air on Wednesday morning and were warmly received by the competition’s organising officials.
The squad will be based at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, where they will begin their final preparations for the tournament. Organised as part of the international women’s football calendar, the Pink Ladies Cup is expected to feature four national sides using the competition to assess their squads and fine-tune strategies for upcoming tournaments.
Ghana will open their campaign today with a clash against Hong Kong, while Russia and Tanzania face off in the other opening match.
The Black Queens are then scheduled to return to action on March 3, when they take on Russia in a match expected to test them against a physically strong opponent.
The final round of games will be played on March 6, with Ghana closing their campaign against Tanzania at 9:00 pm.
With three matches in eight days, the tournament promises to be a crucial phase in Ghana’s preparation, as the Black Queens aim to return to continental action sharper, stronger, and more competitive.
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