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GPL: Tricky ties await Kotoko, Hearts
High-flying Asante Kotoko will trek to the Nsenkyire Sports Arena in Samreboi tomorrow to face Samartex FC in their Ghana Premier League Matchday 11 game.
Unbeaten this season, Kotoko would hope for another good day away as they push forward to win the title this season. The Nsenkyire Sports Arena has been a favourable ground for them in recent visits, but a wounded Samartex FC, coming on the back of a 2-0 defeat to Bechem United last week, would go all out against the Porcupine Warriors.
After falling to the Porcupine Warriors in their outstanding game on Wednesday, Young Apostles return to the Wenchi Sports Stadium to face yet another tough customer in Hearts of Oak. The Phobians have been tough on the road this season and are looking to return to winning ways after the draw at the Swedru Sports Stadium last week.
Defeats in both fixtures last season have put the Young Apostles side on edge ahead of this game. Coach Abu Abdul Hanan says that although it would not be an easy game, considering Hearts’ current form, he will make sure the points stay with them.
The Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in Dormaa will host the clash of former league winners as high-flying Aduana FC test their mettle against Berekum Chelsea FC.
In other games:
- Hohoe United FC will welcome bottom club Eleven Wonders FC to the Hohoe Sports Stadium.
- The Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex in Tema will host the game between Vision FC and Heart of Lions FC.
- The Kwame Kyei Sports Complex in Abrankese will see Nations FC face Bibiani Gold Stars.
- The University of Ghana Sports Stadium in Legon will host the game between Dreams FC and Swedru All Blacks.
Before these games tomorrow:
- The Tarkwa and Aboso Stadium in Tarkwa will have league leaders Medeama SC welcome Bechem United.
- Karela United will welcome Holy Stars to the Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium.
By Raymond Ackumey
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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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