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Rabin Ousmane Sanon named April Goalkeeper of the month
Rabin Ousmane Sanon of Nations FC has been named the Ghanaian Premier League Goalkeeper of the Month for April by the Ex-National Goalkeeper Union (NEGO). This is the first time Sanon has received the honour.
The Burkinabé goalkeeper had an impressive month, helping Nations FC earn 12 points from 5 matches, including four wins and one defeat, to top the Premier League table.
Sanon managed four clean sheets, including three consecutive clean sheets against Karela United, Legon Cities, and Accra Lions.
He conceded just one goal in the month, which came in a 1-1 draw against Young Apostles.
As the winner, Rabin Ousmane Sanon will receive a pair of gloves, a branded towel, water bottle, and T-shirt from the Ex-National Goalkeepers Union.
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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