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Freezy Macbones to face Britain’s Crame in campaign for peaceful elections for peaceful elections
Freezy MacBones
Highly-rated Ghanaian boxer, Seth Gyimah, popularly known as Freezy Macbones, is gearing up for his next bout against British opponent, Steve Crame.
The bout, slated for September 21 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium, is part of a dedicated campaign to promote a peaceful and serene environment before, during, and after the December 2024 polls.
After signing the contract to fightCrame, FreezyMacbones has been preparing for the battle and is presently been trained by boxing legend Azumah Nelson.
Speaking to the media ahead of the bout, Freezy Macbones expressed excitement about fighting in the Ashanti Region.
“We are looking forward to the first-ever event of its kind in the Ashanti region, and I am anticipating it with excitement. We will drastically change the boxing scene right away.
“We extend an invitation to all stakeholders in the electoral process to collaborate with us in this unified endeavour, create awareness, and advocate for non-violence at the polls,” he said.
When asked about the quality of his opponent, who has lost three fights in his last four, Freezy Macbones stated that there were no easy fights in boxing and was focused on getting a positive result against his opponent.
“Boxing is a highly unpredictable sport. This would be my fifth fight, and I’m gradually learning; my opponent, who is bigger than me, is also learning. He is tall and thick, and I am small, so I have to be cautious, but his physique does not intimidate me.”
“I’m looking for a knockout to end the fight with the support from the fans in Kumasi. This is my city, Kumasi, located in Ghana,” the energetic boxer said.
The 35-year-old is 4-0 in his professional career and looks a good prospect for a world title. —GNA
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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