‘Essien is not using Ghana to revive his career’

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Eka 10 years ago

Ungrateful Ghanaians... God bless u Essien and Nyantakyi..

Ungrateful Ghanaians... God bless u Essien and Nyantakyi..
oppoosinii 10 years ago

Mr Nyantakyi,

Your efforts in the management of Blackstars is something that deserves an award but your efforts for the Glo Premier league deserves a sack from the GFA.

Please in this day and age, football anywhere i ...
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Mr Nyantakyi,

Your efforts in the management of Blackstars is something that deserves an award but your efforts for the Glo Premier league deserves a sack from the GFA.

Please in this day and age, football anywhere is lots of money. The EPL is advertising in Ghana so hoe come GFA cannot advertise? How come GFA cannot add a little entertainment at our stadiums to sell foods, some light beers or drinks, some good-looking waitresses, and some music stars to do some pro bono half time shows to boost the attendance of GPL? All of us at corporate that can sponsor will join in but that is until you add your iota first.

The management of teams must step up or teams that cannot obey simple rules will be relegated. The truth is you have failed on the local front and done great on the international front so please find it in your heart to refocus a little on the local front.

The monies you will realize from the Ghana premiership will far exceed the monies abroad if you do well.

It can be done but must be tackle creatively with 'entertainment' in mind. Let the average 'joe' wanna ran from church to join some fun at a stadium on a weekend.
John,Tema 10 years ago

On the scale of 1 to 10 how much will you give him?He probably will get more than 6,that is why he is still maintaining his chair.The problems of Ghana football goes beyond Kwasi,have you considered our economy also?

On the scale of 1 to 10 how much will you give him?He probably will get more than 6,that is why he is still maintaining his chair.The problems of Ghana football goes beyond Kwasi,have you considered our economy also?
STOP AND THINK 10 years ago

IS GOOD YOU EXPLAIN THIS PEOPLE TALK PLENTY, GOOD BOSS, PROTECT THESE FOLKS, PEOPLE TALK TOO MUCH, IF YOU ARE NOT CAREFUL YOU WILL ERR IN YOUR LANGUAGE.

IS GOOD YOU EXPLAIN THIS PEOPLE TALK PLENTY, GOOD BOSS, PROTECT THESE FOLKS, PEOPLE TALK TOO MUCH, IF YOU ARE NOT CAREFUL YOU WILL ERR IN YOUR LANGUAGE.
GHFUO, change ur thinking 10 years ago

HE DOSENT NEED GH. PPL ARE QUICK TO SPEAK N JUDGE. THEY SHOULD THINK FIRST

HE DOSENT NEED GH. PPL ARE QUICK TO SPEAK N JUDGE. THEY SHOULD THINK FIRST
KNYC (USMC) 10 years ago

Well said, I have been saying this for the longtime. The last time I was in Ghana, and went to Kumasi stadium it was a mess, no drink, nothing to entertain us. As a marketing executive all what you said are a FACT. Good reaso ...
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Well said, I have been saying this for the longtime. The last time I was in Ghana, and went to Kumasi stadium it was a mess, no drink, nothing to entertain us. As a marketing executive all what you said are a FACT. Good reason my brother.
Nyansasem 10 years ago

Nice idea, but you are asking too much from these nincompoops. Even when are able to put that together, they would not be able to account it. Meaning, they will eventually go broke. IN Ghana, no one makes money. They all stea ...
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Nice idea, but you are asking too much from these nincompoops. Even when are able to put that together, they would not be able to account it. Meaning, they will eventually go broke. IN Ghana, no one makes money. They all steal from the Government.

When the whole world was tuning in to GBC to watch the petition for 8 months, the management was complaining that they were losing money and wanted to stop the broadcasting. Could you believe that.

And yet during the lunch break from 12-1pm, they were showing their so called juju movies where you see "bayie" flying on top of roofs. How idiotic could they be. To them, it is not their business to solicit for adverts, but the companies should come to them with their adverts.

30 sec of advert during super bowl costs almost 4 million dollars. This is how they make their money. Unfortunately, in Ghana since the government is there to bail every company out, the management see no reason to make money.

When the world cup was played in US, we saw how they were trying to sell adverts. Even 15 secs, when the ball goes out for a "throw," they will show an advert which fetches them more than 100, 000 US.

So you are right, not only will they make more money during the half time, but also will be promoting artists or song. Many artists use that to promote themselves and so it is not about you paying them to come and sing for you. And then having the chance to give temporarily jobs to the youth during that time.

Over here, you can't take even a bottle water or snack bar to games. You bag is search. If you want to buy coke or bottled water, you have to buy the expensive ones there. All that money goes to NBA or NFL or Baseball club. IN Ghana, someone with connection to the GFA or government will own that and take money from the people while the government struggle to maintain the stadium and clubs.

Idiots.
Steve 10 years ago

Instead of being grateful that this gentleman has returned to play for Ghana,his enemies are still talking negatively about him. It is indeed so true that whatever you do, people will talk about you.The fact remains that peop ...
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Instead of being grateful that this gentleman has returned to play for Ghana,his enemies are still talking negatively about him. It is indeed so true that whatever you do, people will talk about you.The fact remains that people who are not envious are usually happy and successful.Always remeber that YOU CANNOT SUCCEED IN LIFE IF YOU ARE ENVIOUS OF SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE.
pala 10 years ago

you have assembled all the words i was going to pour on this comments page.
have a good day steve.

you have assembled all the words i was going to pour on this comments page.
have a good day steve.
KNYC (USMC) 10 years ago

unappreciated people, always backward in thinking. As Nyantakyi said ""We should appreciate the fact that Essien has gone through a lot, the two career threatening injuries that afflicted his life all occurred during his tim ...
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unappreciated people, always backward in thinking. As Nyantakyi said ""We should appreciate the fact that Essien has gone through a lot, the two career threatening injuries that afflicted his life all occurred during his time with the national team," said Nyantakyi.
Only a MORON will say Essien is a opportunist. Steve, you took the word out of my mouth. Gud job Steve.
GORDON YEBOAH,USA 10 years ago

STEVE DONT WORRY YOURSELF BECAUSE PEOPLE JUST TALK.DID YOU WATCH MR. IBU SON HIS SON ON THE BICYCLE?SOMEBODY COMPLAINED THE BIKE CAN'T TAKE 2 PEOPLE,ANOTHER SAID IBU IS FOOLISH WHEN THE SON WAS RIDING ALONE,THEY GOT OFF THE B ...
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STEVE DONT WORRY YOURSELF BECAUSE PEOPLE JUST TALK.DID YOU WATCH MR. IBU SON HIS SON ON THE BICYCLE?SOMEBODY COMPLAINED THE BIKE CAN'T TAKE 2 PEOPLE,ANOTHER SAID IBU IS FOOLISH WHEN THE SON WAS RIDING ALONE,THEY GOT OFF THE BIKE,THREADING AND ANOTHER PERSON ALSO COMPLAINED THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO USE THE BIKE
zorro 10 years ago

We are grateful only a few FOOLS are not.

We are grateful only a few FOOLS are not.
FREEMAN 10 years ago

However anybody interprets Essien's return to mean the important thing is that Michael Essien is a Ghanaian and all that he is doing is for the interest in, prestige for, and joy to GHANA. Of course, he must offer himself to ...
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However anybody interprets Essien's return to mean the important thing is that Michael Essien is a Ghanaian and all that he is doing is for the interest in, prestige for, and joy to GHANA. Of course, he must offer himself to play for GHANA as long as he is out of injury. God bless Michael Essien - like you, and him and all well-meaning Ghanaians are proud to be GHANAIANS. If its cheering, it's for GHANA, if it is Praying, it's for GHANA and if it playing, it's for GHANA
KK 10 years ago

Some of these ill comments are really worrying and I really wonder if those who pass them are really patriotic.
Please be grateful to those who sacrifice for the nation and stop talking for TALKING SAKE.
Thank you Nyantaky ...
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Some of these ill comments are really worrying and I really wonder if those who pass them are really patriotic.
Please be grateful to those who sacrifice for the nation and stop talking for TALKING SAKE.
Thank you Nyantakyi.
zorro 10 years ago

He is back and I am happy!

He is back and I am happy!
Atsu 10 years ago

I just hope so.

I just hope so.
Alah 10 years ago

I hope he is not ( Also, Boateng) . Anyway I wish them good luck.

I hope he is not ( Also, Boateng) . Anyway I wish them good luck.
Slimzay**The Unshakable Shaker** 10 years ago

What is going on here? Is this an issue we have to dwell on? We have a very important task ahead of us, therefore, let us concentrate on that. Whether Essien is here to use the country or not, I think he has the right to do s ...
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What is going on here? Is this an issue we have to dwell on? We have a very important task ahead of us, therefore, let us concentrate on that. Whether Essien is here to use the country or not, I think he has the right to do so. When the Black Stars was seen on the World's platform, WC 2006, wasn't Essien included? Wasn't he one of the core players qualified us to our first WC appearance? This man has contributed to the fullest. He had two crucial injuries just because of the love he has for his nation. He has paid his dues and so has the right to use the country to revive his carrier.

If anyone of you has to point a finger, it should be directed to another player instead. If Christopher Opoku, and the rest, can justify Kevin Prince Boateng's obvious opportunistic intention as "OKAY", then I don't think we should condemn Essien here.

Think about the two and tell me who is the using the country to revive his profession.
pala 10 years ago

well spoken on essien. essien has always being a victim of his own achievements. essien has often been envied. i saw how papa boba diop, mikel obi, yaya toure and drogba tackled him in matches and those tackles were approache ...
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well spoken on essien. essien has always being a victim of his own achievements. essien has often been envied. i saw how papa boba diop, mikel obi, yaya toure and drogba tackled him in matches and those tackles were approached with some unneccesary vehemence. in angola it was drogba's tackle that took essien out. i saw mikel tackle essien when ghana played nigeria in england it momentarily slowed eesien down. i saw papa diop exerted unnecessary strength in tackling essien when ghana played senegal in england. and i saw toure pursued essien from his blind side to deprive him of a ball from behind in a manner as if essien was looking at toure's wife's breast.
however lovers of essien are more than the haters so no shaky.
i was one of the people who got seriously angry with kevin for his inability to feature in any afcon tournament. however, we are learning that there were so many factors which have not been expressed which led to his inexplicable resignation.
let me tickle your mind a little bit.
have you realised that since 2007, cutting edge players of the blackstars have been suffering from protracted injuries or recuring injuries or fatal mischaps? stephen appiah, john mensah, kwadwo asamoah, anthony annan, sulley muntari, kevin prince boateng, atsu, asamoah djan and now essien has lost the father.
djan resigned was convinced to come back, he came back took the captain's band the next moment lost the mum.
i won't go furher. me i am giving prince my fullest support.
kwesi appiah has employed a certain man-management approach which has resulted in a revolutionary shakeup imn the blackstars of course with some brilliance coming from a certain darra IBRAHIM sani and of course the GFA.
ohenenana 10 years ago

Its not a wise move to bring Essien inot the mix. The young players have been playing together, and has gelled as a team. This person comes into the mix, there is the potential to adversly impact the team.

Its not a wise move to bring Essien inot the mix. The young players have been playing together, and has gelled as a team. This person comes into the mix, there is the potential to adversly impact the team.
Anokwale 10 years ago

The only reason he is being brought back is out of respect. This is just like in 2010 when Stephen Appiah was called. Appiah was just there for veteran support and was brought in at the end of games as a person of experienc ...
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The only reason he is being brought back is out of respect. This is just like in 2010 when Stephen Appiah was called. Appiah was just there for veteran support and was brought in at the end of games as a person of experience. Essien is unlikely to see action except in the end of games and games that go to extra time.
Dr. Kwame Nkrumah is my hero 10 years ago

Simply and plain. Ungrateful fools.

Simply and plain. Ungrateful fools.
torobee 10 years ago

WE DONT NEED ESSIEN

WE DONT NEED ESSIEN
Nii 10 years ago

So, even if Essien wants to use the Black Stars to revive his career, after all that he has done for Ghana, what's wrong with that? Is he now a pariah because, after being injured while serving the Black Stars, he took some ...
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So, even if Essien wants to use the Black Stars to revive his career, after all that he has done for Ghana, what's wrong with that? Is he now a pariah because, after being injured while serving the Black Stars, he took some time off to recuperate? Ghanaians think they know too much about everything, often reading too deeply into every move. My grandpa used to say that if you think you know too much, you'll one day say 'hello' to a goat!
JUNGLE 10 years ago

What has he done for Ghana ?he should also think about what Ghana has done for him. He deserted Ghana when she needed him most. Too late.

What has he done for Ghana ?he should also think about what Ghana has done for him. He deserted Ghana when she needed him most. Too late.
Boss 10 years ago

I like that. He helped Ghana to qualify for the ever ever world cup and that is the best so far. Yet in the same world cup when we relied so much on him, his indiscipline cost us so much against Brazil because he had been sus ...
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I like that. He helped Ghana to qualify for the ever ever world cup and that is the best so far. Yet in the same world cup when we relied so much on him, his indiscipline cost us so much against Brazil because he had been suspended. Since 1981, no player can say he has helped Black Stars to win any cup. So what at all has he done for Ghana?
Akwasi Achireko Kwagyan 10 years ago

U ungratefuls, u don't remember that all his career threatened injuries occured when playing for Ghana. And u, what have u done for Ghana, just always expecting Government for everything.

U ungratefuls, u don't remember that all his career threatened injuries occured when playing for Ghana. And u, what have u done for Ghana, just always expecting Government for everything.
Hard Reply 10 years ago

As soon as I saw the headline, I scrolled up to see who is that useless reporter. This is not what "Joy" have to write about. It looks like there are some reporters working with Joy who don't have sense they are fools. Essien ...
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As soon as I saw the headline, I scrolled up to see who is that useless reporter. This is not what "Joy" have to write about. It looks like there are some reporters working with Joy who don't have sense they are fools. Essien was playing for Ghana when he hurt himself. So Joy news, don't take your pen and start to write nonsense. If you don't know ask ! If you want to know who is using Ghana to revive his career then is Kevin Boateng not Essien. I will ask that useless reporter of Joy FM to appologise to Essien and Ghanaians for writing that shit !!
WOFA WOHOO 10 years ago

Its not a mind game it is shear FEAR of meeting the Black Stars that is why the zambians are talking too much,it is now time for the Stars to shut their big mouth once and for all.The Black Stars should play their game and av ...
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Its not a mind game it is shear FEAR of meeting the Black Stars that is why the zambians are talking too much,it is now time for the Stars to shut their big mouth once and for all.The Black Stars should play their game and avoid mistakes like never to allow any free kick in thier 18 yards box to be taken by zambia.Defenders to be on high alert and strikers should not miss any chance that come their way.zambians are empty we shall carry the day.Zambians said they would force you the Stars into early retirement pls shut their big mouth and go all the way to brazil 2014.GOD bless the motherland Ghana amin
BOWBS 10 years ago

if Essien is using Ghana to better his chances in premier league, then I will say he is very,very wise player..... AND YOU WHO KNOWS EVERYTHING TRYING TO JUDGE HIM, WOUULN'T DO THE SAME IF YOU WERE TO BE IN HIS SHOES? I DON'T ...
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if Essien is using Ghana to better his chances in premier league, then I will say he is very,very wise player..... AND YOU WHO KNOWS EVERYTHING TRYING TO JUDGE HIM, WOUULN'T DO THE SAME IF YOU WERE TO BE IN HIS SHOES? I DON'T BELIEVE HE NEEDS GHANA TO BETTER HIS CHANCES. AFTER ALL HE WAS A RUGULAR PLAYER IN MADRID
Boss 10 years ago

This is a lie. Facts are facts. If I were to be in his shoes it would not change the fact. And if Essien was regular at Madrid, why is he not regular at Chelsea under the same coach? And do you really doubt the chances that o ...
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This is a lie. Facts are facts. If I were to be in his shoes it would not change the fact. And if Essien was regular at Madrid, why is he not regular at Chelsea under the same coach? And do you really doubt the chances that our national teams have provided for Ghanaian footballers? Then you do not understand football yet!
Kofi 10 years ago

It is the dream of every player to play in the WC, that is why they are all returning and Ghana seems to have real chance. There were some who thought AA was a bad selection to be the coach, but he has proved them wrong and n ...
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It is the dream of every player to play in the WC, that is why they are all returning and Ghana seems to have real chance. There were some who thought AA was a bad selection to be the coach, but he has proved them wrong and now they are all jumping on board, that is good because it will help all of us to over come our inferiority complex especially Nyantakyi whom we had to attack with insults again and again over the media for his believe that only white coaches were good enough for the Black Stars. I'm now a supporter of Nyantakyi, he can not go wrong because he listens before making decisions and that is respect to me and you.
banana 10 years ago

Whether you agree or not, nyantakyi, this is what it is...Essien has not been playing for the team for almost three years and Black Stars have never missed him...in Ghana we never miss players --we replace them with equal or ...
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Whether you agree or not, nyantakyi, this is what it is...Essien has not been playing for the team for almost three years and Black Stars have never missed him...in Ghana we never miss players --we replace them with equal or even better talent...It was rather he essien who missed ghana and that is why he is shamefully returning...All he had said was that he wants to secure his place in the chelsea team before considering returning for ghana..so the question is, has he now secured his position at chelsea for him to return to international duty?...after three matches and the europa cup, essien is yet to kick a ball for chelsea and so if people including me insist that he is using ghana to revive his career, i think it is not over the bar
me 10 years ago

Mr. Banana you have said it all. Your write up is exactly what I also think of. Yes, Essien wanted to secure his place in chelsea before thinking about Ghana. Has he? No. Also we read that Essien asked Mourino whether he can ...
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Mr. Banana you have said it all. Your write up is exactly what I also think of. Yes, Essien wanted to secure his place in chelsea before thinking about Ghana. Has he? No. Also we read that Essien asked Mourino whether he can join Ghana and Mourino said yes. This info tells you that Essien would never have returned to Black Stars if Mourina had not asked him to do so. This is a sign of unpatriotism. You see we all love our players and our national teams but we do not have to shelve important issues that will help the team and Ghana as a whole.
Boss 10 years ago

You are perfectly right Mr. Banana. And we are not saying he should not come or he should not play. That is the coach'es decision. All we are saying is that he wants to use Ghana Black Stars to revive his almost dead career.

You are perfectly right Mr. Banana. And we are not saying he should not come or he should not play. That is the coach'es decision. All we are saying is that he wants to use Ghana Black Stars to revive his almost dead career.
OSEI TAWIAH 10 years ago

I think my best friend Sulley Muntari deserves a pardon although he acts too stupid sometimes. Ayew, Essien, Boateng are all opportunists. You do not abandon your people at the most crucial time. I applaud Muntari and Asamoah ...
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I think my best friend Sulley Muntari deserves a pardon although he acts too stupid sometimes. Ayew, Essien, Boateng are all opportunists. You do not abandon your people at the most crucial time. I applaud Muntari and Asamoah Gyan for always returning in time even when they have problems playing with the Black Stars.
bla ato 10 years ago

GFA is very harsh with Sulley....they show him no respect...his punishment is always harsh and publicized...Whenever he plays, he either comes off the bench or if he starts, he is first to replace...no wonder he feels aggriev ...
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GFA is very harsh with Sulley....they show him no respect...his punishment is always harsh and publicized...Whenever he plays, he either comes off the bench or if he starts, he is first to replace...no wonder he feels aggrieved that GFA does not like him...It is ironic that KPB should play Zambia game or Sulley excluded....The details of what went on in the locker room was intentionally leaked to the media to make Sulley look bad..If he disrespected the coach in front of the players, get him to apologize to coach in front of the players...and than shd end matter...Nyantekyi shd not come to the press and say he will be punished....for something the general population did not know about..ITS BAD..be grateful....if Ghana loses on Friday..KPB and Essien will be gone forever but Sulley will still be playing for the Black Stars...THAT IS COLD FACT NYANTEKYI AND APPIAH SHD BEAR IN MIND...
MARCUS AMPADU 10 years ago

We should rather talk about whether Essien is qualified to play. And if he is - what will be his position, with all the good players we are blessed to have?

We should rather talk about whether Essien is qualified to play. And if he is - what will be his position, with all the good players we are blessed to have?
Johnson 10 years ago

I believe so because he is no longer a regular in Chelsea .He has fallen in the pecking order.He wants Chelsea to see that he is still good.But I think his problem is his age . The soul is willing to perform but his strength ...
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I believe so because he is no longer a regular in Chelsea .He has fallen in the pecking order.He wants Chelsea to see that he is still good.But I think his problem is his age . The soul is willing to perform but his strength is letting him down.
KING 10 years ago

ESSIEN IS TO BLACK STARS

ESSIEN IS TO BLACK STARS
ato kwamena 10 years ago

BECAUSE HE NOT RELATED TO ANY OF U, ALL U CAN SAY IS STUPID STUFF. LEAVE HIM ALONE

BECAUSE HE NOT RELATED TO ANY OF U, ALL U CAN SAY IS STUPID STUFF. LEAVE HIM ALONE
Akyem Begoro 10 years ago

Essien is very patrotic citizen who always ask what can I do for my beloved Ghana. Not What Ghana can for parliamentarians. They only sit when it is time to talk about payment of ex-gratia but no development. Boy Essien Never ...
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Essien is very patrotic citizen who always ask what can I do for my beloved Ghana. Not What Ghana can for parliamentarians. They only sit when it is time to talk about payment of ex-gratia but no development. Boy Essien Never mind them, continue your good work for Ghana.
john 10 years ago

ghanaians talk a lot

ghanaians talk a lot
Lorry da so 10 years ago

Say what you like and don't get it twisted. We know he has helped the nation but we are also not children. Essen is using us to REVIVE HIS CAREER WHIS IS DEAD ANYWAY!

Say what you like and don't get it twisted. We know he has helped the nation but we are also not children. Essen is using us to REVIVE HIS CAREER WHIS IS DEAD ANYWAY!
pjones 10 years ago

Anybody, including the GFA boss, who thinks Essien and KVP are not using the Black Stars to revive their careers needs to have their heads examined. Will somebody pl tell me exactly what Essien, in particular, has done for t ...
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Anybody, including the GFA boss, who thinks Essien and KVP are not using the Black Stars to revive their careers needs to have their heads examined. Will somebody pl tell me exactly what Essien, in particular, has done for the Black Stars since he became a superstar? The last time I checked Ghana never won any cup with the likes of Essien, Muntari, KVP et al. Do we want the future or the past?
Peace 10 years ago

Folks, let's not put anyone under ay form of pressure at this crucial moment; not our players, not the coach, not the GFA, or ourselves. All we need to do now is to swing our arms widely open to embrace a variety of players ( ...
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Folks, let's not put anyone under ay form of pressure at this crucial moment; not our players, not the coach, not the GFA, or ourselves. All we need to do now is to swing our arms widely open to embrace a variety of players (in form) for a Stronger Black Stars against Zambia. We surely need to win that game convincingly, even though a draw will suffice our qualification to the next stage of making it to the 2014 world cup. Peace
Bobolee 10 years ago

Thank You Nyantakyi, for your very smart assertion of the situation. I would also like to add that some Ghanians are very ungrateful.

Thank You Nyantakyi, for your very smart assertion of the situation. I would also like to add that some Ghanians are very ungrateful.
richco143 10 years ago

Essien and prince boateng want to use Ghanan to boost their carries..they never came for afcon but want world cup to showcase to boost their carriers

Essien and prince boateng want to use Ghanan to boost their carries..they never came for afcon but want world cup to showcase to boost their carriers
rard Kotanko Germany 10 years ago

Kevin is going to earn more than 3 mio. € a year in Schalke. For the next four years. And you talk about boost. stupid people

Kevin is going to earn more than 3 mio. € a year in Schalke. For the next four years. And you talk about boost. stupid people
Job 10 years ago

Why are we complaining about someone who sustained a career threatening injuries while playing for the black stars? We should rather complain about Kelvin Prince Boateng, he is selfish and an opportunist. The is know way we s ...
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Why are we complaining about someone who sustained a career threatening injuries while playing for the black stars? We should rather complain about Kelvin Prince Boateng, he is selfish and an opportunist. The is know way we should have accepted this guy in our national again.
Kweku 10 years ago

Whoever thinks that Essien is using Ghana to revamp his profession should. also. find a means to promote their. I that person has anything to offer for mother Ghana, he should. consider training to take over from Essien.

Whoever thinks that Essien is using Ghana to revamp his profession should. also. find a means to promote their. I that person has anything to offer for mother Ghana, he should. consider training to take over from Essien.
PHOBIA-PHOBIA--Leeds 10 years ago

On the whole,the GFA boss deserves award for his performance.Why? Yes,he has led Ghana to two successful WCs and he's all the time making good efforts to build the BS by enticing players with Ghanaian blood and also fosteri ...
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On the whole,the GFA boss deserves award for his performance.Why? Yes,he has led Ghana to two successful WCs and he's all the time making good efforts to build the BS by enticing players with Ghanaian blood and also fostering unity.I also respect both Pres.K4 and Mills in this regard.
THE LONE PROPHET OF JEHOVAH 10 years ago

HOW CAN ONE MAN DOUBLE HIMSELF AS GFA CHAIRMAN AND BLACK STARS MANAGMENT COMMITTEE..?????

HOW CAN ONE MAN DOUBLE HIMSELF AS GFA CHAIRMAN AND BLACK STARS MANAGMENT COMMITTEE..?????
MIZZY 10 years ago

WHAT OF IF WE DONT QUALIFY WILL THEY STAY .THEY WONT TO PLAY IN THE WORLD CUP SHINE UR EYES

WHAT OF IF WE DONT QUALIFY WILL THEY STAY .THEY WONT TO PLAY IN THE WORLD CUP SHINE UR EYES
El pollo loco 10 years ago

He added: "I don’t agree with that suggestion because there is no guarantee that if he plays for the national team it will enhance his career opportunities"....the premiss of the logic is misplaced. Of course there are no a ...
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He added: "I don’t agree with that suggestion because there is no guarantee that if he plays for the national team it will enhance his career opportunities"....the premiss of the logic is misplaced. Of course there are no absolutes.

However I don't think that's the reason he is coming back
NIMA BOY BALA SOJA 10 years ago

Shallow thinking.Essien well come back we surely need your service, you are the among the best we have in our mother Ghana.How,why can someone think like that,have you forgotten all the injuries he sustain was playing for ou ...
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Shallow thinking.Essien well come back we surely need your service, you are the among the best we have in our mother Ghana.How,why can someone think like that,have you forgotten all the injuries he sustain was playing for our mother Ghana.Keep it up home boy
Hard Reply 10 years ago

I wish that stupid JOY Online reporter is in front of me to tell him nonsense. What a shame reporting is that. This reporter has to write this nonsense against Kevin Boateng not Essien who has been with the national team alwa ...
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I wish that stupid JOY Online reporter is in front of me to tell him nonsense. What a shame reporting is that. This reporter has to write this nonsense against Kevin Boateng not Essien who has been with the national team always until he hurt himself when playing for Ghana.
shocker 10 years ago

GK- dauda, RB- Afful, LB- K. Asamoah, CB- Mensah, CB- Boye, CM- Rabiu, RM- Essien, LM- Wakaso, RF- KP Boateng LF- A. Ayew, CF- Gyan.
Trust me guys if kwasi Appiah uses this squad, we will have an early goal...

GK- dauda, RB- Afful, LB- K. Asamoah, CB- Mensah, CB- Boye, CM- Rabiu, RM- Essien, LM- Wakaso, RF- KP Boateng LF- A. Ayew, CF- Gyan.
Trust me guys if kwasi Appiah uses this squad, we will have an early goal...
GHFUO, change ur thinking 10 years ago

ITS A SOLID SQUAD, BUT I WONT PUT KASA AT LB. START KISSI BOAT AT LB. DROP ESSIEN TO THE BENCH AS A SUB TO COME IN FOR RABIU AFTER HE STUDIES WAT IS GOING ON. I WOULD RATHER USE KASA ON THE RW BCOS HE CAN PLAY WITH BOTH FEET ...
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ITS A SOLID SQUAD, BUT I WONT PUT KASA AT LB. START KISSI BOAT AT LB. DROP ESSIEN TO THE BENCH AS A SUB TO COME IN FOR RABIU AFTER HE STUDIES WAT IS GOING ON. I WOULD RATHER USE KASA ON THE RW BCOS HE CAN PLAY WITH BOTH FEET. IF WE ARE TO ADOPT THE COUNTER, WE NEED ESSIEN TO DELIVER QUICK, COUNTERING, LONG PASSES....BADU MUST START...
michael nartey 10 years ago

I think Essien is using the nationalteam to put more light on his current career. As it stands, his football light is very dark and deem which requires gaint Sun light.

I think Essien is using the nationalteam to put more light on his current career. As it stands, his football light is very dark and deem which requires gaint Sun light.
Victor A. Young 10 years ago

The kind of nonsense that's going around should stop. Some Ghanaians are ungrateful! The do not appreciate the sacrifice of our National Team Stars. At lease people must show some gratitude. After all the suffering and pain, ...
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The kind of nonsense that's going around should stop. Some Ghanaians are ungrateful! The do not appreciate the sacrifice of our National Team Stars. At lease people must show some gratitude. After all the suffering and pain, Essien deserves better than the flak he's been receiving from fans. Give the guy a break! He's also human like everyone else and this is what Ghanaians must take notice of.
Asafo Kwame Sowah 10 years ago

Some people who have never kicked a ball b4 pretend they know all. Essien is kind otherwise if you think about Prince Opoku who was injured in Senegal 92 and never played again anybody else will think twice b4 playing for Gha ...
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Some people who have never kicked a ball b4 pretend they know all. Essien is kind otherwise if you think about Prince Opoku who was injured in Senegal 92 and never played again anybody else will think twice b4 playing for Ghana who have practically no insurance to cover national duties.
Mohammed Ibrahim 10 years ago

Michael Essien is finished.He should not be invited to Play for Ghana Black Stars because he is not Playing regular Football for his Club Chelsea.

Michael Essien is finished.He should not be invited to Play for Ghana Black Stars because he is not Playing regular Football for his Club Chelsea.
Whatever 10 years ago

Which one us in this country won't use aren't using the state of Ghana to build a life? Leave the guy alone to play his ball wherever he wants

Which one us in this country won't use aren't using the state of Ghana to build a life? Leave the guy alone to play his ball wherever he wants
GHFUO, change ur thinking 10 years ago

AT THIS STAGE IN THE CAREERS OF RONALDINHO, KAKA, ETO, SEEDORK, DROGBA. DO U THINK THEY NEED THEIR NATIONAL TEAMS OR VICE CERSA? THE NATIONAL TEAMS ARE THE ONES WHO SHOULD BE BEGGING FOR THE SERVICES OF SUCH PLAYERS, ESSIEN I ...
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AT THIS STAGE IN THE CAREERS OF RONALDINHO, KAKA, ETO, SEEDORK, DROGBA. DO U THINK THEY NEED THEIR NATIONAL TEAMS OR VICE CERSA? THE NATIONAL TEAMS ARE THE ONES WHO SHOULD BE BEGGING FOR THE SERVICES OF SUCH PLAYERS, ESSIEN INCLUDED. PPL SEEM TO FORGET THAT JUST LAST SEASON, THIS SAME ESSIEN WAS A PLAYING FOR REAL MADRID. A TOP CLUB. IF HE DECIDES TO LEAVE CHELSEA N GO TO THE EMIRATES,U WILL SEE HOW MANY TEAMS WILL COME CALLING WITH FATTER PAYCHECKS...AT THIS STAGE IN ESSIEN'S CAREER. HE DOSENT NEED A DIME FROM GH. HIS BODY OF WORK ALONE CA SUSTAIN HIM...
OGYATANAA, LONDON 10 years ago

PLS KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT IF YOU HAVE NOTHING SENSIBLE TO SAY. WHAT DO YOU TAKE US FOR? FOOLS. MASSA IF YOU HAVE TAKEN BRIBE FROM HIM, JUST KEEP QUIET AND SPEND IT. DON'T EXPOSE YOURSELF TO PUBLIC CONTEMPT AND RIDICULE.IT IS A ...
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PLS KEEP YOUR MOUTH SHUT IF YOU HAVE NOTHING SENSIBLE TO SAY. WHAT DO YOU TAKE US FOR? FOOLS. MASSA IF YOU HAVE TAKEN BRIBE FROM HIM, JUST KEEP QUIET AND SPEND IT. DON'T EXPOSE YOURSELF TO PUBLIC CONTEMPT AND RIDICULE.IT IS A FACT- ESSIEN IS AN OPPORTUNIST AND A VERY BIG ONE AT THAT. PERIOD!!!!!!!
Sway 10 years ago

He should give his best

He should give his best
michael 10 years ago

if he wants to play let him play cause when he got well and better we wanted him to play and now he has accepted to play why should you judge him

if he wants to play let him play cause when he got well and better we wanted him to play and now he has accepted to play why should you judge him
Edward, Swedru 10 years ago

President of the GFA is Corrupt so why will he not defend Essien. It is clear that Essien knows he career is coming to an end and so needs chances to prove himself to get another team so that is the ONLY reason why he is back ...
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President of the GFA is Corrupt so why will he not defend Essien. It is clear that Essien knows he career is coming to an end and so needs chances to prove himself to get another team so that is the ONLY reason why he is back you can choose to believe or not but i want the president to stop defending Essien and tell the truth.
CONCERN CITIZEN 10 years ago

GIVE HIM A BREAK PLEASE GHANAIANS

GIVE HIM A BREAK PLEASE GHANAIANS
kolo toure 10 years ago

I don't think Essien is using Ghana to revive his career. the only thing i can say is that he should put a good show to disproves Ghanaians perception am happy he is back to the folds.

I don't think Essien is using Ghana to revive his career. the only thing i can say is that he should put a good show to disproves Ghanaians perception am happy he is back to the folds.

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