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Nsoatreman FC plot Kotoko fall
KumasiAsante Kotoko’s resolve to consolidate their stay at the summit of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) table will come under threat tomorrow when they take on Nsoatreman FC at the Nana Kronmansah Park in Nsoatre tomorrow.
The last round of games saw the Porcupine Warriors jump to the top of the table for the first time this season with a 1-0 home victory over Karelia United.
A whopping 16 points separates the two sides heading into the game, making the visitors the favourites on paper.
Nsoatreman will be looking to return to winning ways on home soil after going down 1-0 at new boys Young Apostles.
Having picked just a win in their last 10 games, the plot looks too thick for stand in Coach Andy Sinason who the masses in Nsoatre are hoping will find the master stroke to beat Kotoko.
On the heels of Kotoko on the log is second placed Bibiani Gold Stars who welcome defending league champions Samartex FC to the Dun’s Park.
Gold Stars have been tough customers at home and with that advantage, one would not be far from right in calling this game for the host.
Having endured a torrid first round which also marked the sacking of Coach Nurudeen Adamu, his replacement Christopher Ennin will need to do a lot if he is to pick a point from this game.
Fourth placed Nations FC who are two points adrift Kotoko will hope to keep the pressure on the leaders when they host new boys Young Apostles at the Len Clay Stadium in Obuasi.
After picking their third win of the season last week, Accra Lions will be hoping for yet another good day when they visit the Nii Adjei Kraku II Spots Complex in Tema to play against Vision FC.
In other games, bottom place Karela United will return to the Aliu Mahama Stadium in Tamale to play Berekum Chelsea, Medeama SC will welcome Legon Cities to the Tarkwa TNA Stadium, the Nana Agyemang Badu I Park in Dormaa will host the Aduana Stars versus Bechem United clash while struggling Dreams FC face Basake Holy Stars at the Tuba Astro Turf Park.
By Raymond Ackumey
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Kurt E.S Okraku elected CAF Executive Committee member
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has been successfully elected as a member of the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The four-year term runs from 2025-2029.
The President, who was elected uncontested, joins the 24-member committee of the powerful body of the continent’s governing body.
Kurt Okraku’s election to the CAF Executive Committee comes as recognition of his remarkable leadership at the Football Association, where he has worked to rejuvenate Ghanaian football since taking office in 2019.
His efforts to enhance transparency, promote grassroots football, women’s football and focus on youth development have been well noted within the African football community.
With Ghana’s strong footballing tradition and legacy, the presence of the GFA boss on the CAF EXCO is seen as an opportunity to advance the interests of the country and help promote football development across Africa.
Mr. Okraku’s role will give Ghana a stronger voice in the decision-making processes that shape the future of football on the continent.
President Simeon-Okraku becomes the sixth Ghanaian to serve on the CAF Executive Committee in a list that includes Ohene Djan, Kobina Hagan, Nana Fredua Mensah, Samuel Okyere, and Kwesi Nyantakyi.
Sports
GFA concludes training of Club Safety and Security Officers and Regional Sports Security Officers
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has successfully concluded its training program for Club Safety and Security Officers (CSSOs) and Regional Sports Security Officers (RSSOs).
This comprehensive training, which took place from March 7 to March 10, 2025, aimed to throw more light on the enhance safety and security measures across Ghanaian football.
The training was conducted zonally, covering all 86 elite clubs and 16 regions. Participants were divided into three zones, with Zone 2 covering the Ashanti, Western, Western North, and Central Regions, and Zones 1 and 3 covering the remaining regions.
The training modules included:
Challenges of Safety and Security in Ghana: Identifying and addressing key safety and security concerns in Ghanaian football.
Roles of the Club Safety and Security Officer (CSSO) and collaboration with Regional Safety and Security Officers (RSSO): Defining the roles and responsibilities of CSSOs and RSSOs, and promoting effective collaboration between them.
Club Safety and Security Officer Checklist: Providing a comprehensive checklist for CSSOs to ensure that all safety and security protocols are in place.
Introduction to the Enhanced Safety and Security Protocols 2025: Introducing new safety and security protocols aimed at improving safety and security at match venues.
Practicum and scenario session: Providing hands-on training and scenario-based exercises to prepare participants for real-world safety and security challenges.
The training workshop was led by DCOP Lydia Donkor, Chairperson of the Security Committee. Others included Capt (Rtd) Nick Owusu, Vice Chairman of the Safety Committee, Julius Ben Emunah, Head of Competitions, John Ansah, Felix Bewu and Emmanuel Osei, members of the Safety and Security Committee.
This training is part of the GFA’s enhanced approach to ensuring improved safety and security at match venues across all competitions.
