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FIFA Team arrives in Ghana for Financial Governance Workshop
A team from FIFA has arrived in Ghana for a three-day workshop for General Secretaries and Chief Finance Officers, scheduled to take place from Wednesday, January 29 to Friday, January 31 at the Marriott Hotel in Accra.
Led by Meryem Atouk, FIFA’s Finance Services Manager, the delegation includes Andre Portabella, Senior Capacity Development and Education Manager; Silmara Sousa, FIFA Regional Coordinator for Africa; and Raissa Toure, FIFA Division Office Coordinator.
Upon arrival, the team paid a courtesy visit to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and received a warm welcome from GFA General Secretary Prosper Harrison Addo (Esq).
Joining him were Collins Dei, Chief Finance Officer, and Maxwell Caesar Kemeh, Local Liaison Officer for the seminar. Others present included Barbara Yankah of the Competitions Department, Referees Manager; Alex Kotey; and Saiyida Maryam Siba, Head of Financial Reporting at the GFA.
The seminar will bring together General Secretaries and Chief Finance Officers from Member Associations across the region. The workshop aims to enhance financial governance in football, covering key topics such as financial management, accountability, transparency, and efficient resource use within football organizations.
General Secretary Prosper Harrison Addo expressed gratitude to FIFA for initiating this program, emphasizing its importance in enhancing financial management in Ghanaian football. He highlighted how the seminar would align local practices with international standards, strengthening the sport’s administrative framework.
This training is expected to provide participants with valuable insights and tools to fortify their organizations’ financial foundations, ensuring long-term sustainability, accountability, and effective resource management in football.
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Chelsea Football Club has today parted company with Head Coach Liam Rosenior.
In a statement, the club noted that “on behalf of everyone at Chelsea FC, we would like to place on record our gratitude to Liam and his staff for all their efforts during their time with the Club.”
According to the club, Liam has always conducted himself with the highest integrity and professionalism following his appointment midway through the season.
They added that this has not been a decision the Club has taken lightly, however recent results and performances have fallen below the necessary standards with still so much more to play for this season.
“Everyone at Chelsea FC wishes Liam every success in the future.Calum McFarlane will take charge of the team as Interim Head Coach until the end of the season with support from existing Club backroom staff, as we strive to achieve European qualification and progress in the FA Cup,” they added.
“As the Club works to bring stability to the Head Coach position, we will undertake a process of self-reflection to make the right long-term appointment,” the statement concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Young Apostles defender Claude Shooting Bortey has been named NASCO player of the month for March following an outstanding run of performances.
The Young Apostles star edged out strong competition from Setsofia Aqetey of Vision FC and winger Samuel Okai of Bechem United after scoring three goals and earning one Man of the Match award during the period.
As part of his reward, Claude Bortey will receive a 43-inch NASCO Television set, courtesy of Electroland Ghana Limited, as well as a NASCO double-door bottom-freezer refrigerator.
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