GFA reacts to Fifa decision over Cairo venue

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Ibrahim Young 10 years ago

Please forget about the venue and prepare the Black Stars well for the second leg. Victory is ours, in sha Allah.

Please forget about the venue and prepare the Black Stars well for the second leg. Victory is ours, in sha Allah.
Bankudini 10 years ago

Why didn't FIFA use an independent body to ascertain the security situation? Whether we come out safe or not this decision is stupid. The kind of security to make the game successful will be too expensive. That being said sho ...
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Why didn't FIFA use an independent body to ascertain the security situation? Whether we come out safe or not this decision is stupid. The kind of security to make the game successful will be too expensive. That being said should we expect them to invest that much into a game that they are logically out? They are losers and they don't care; is the whole point.
BOY KOFI 10 years ago

GFA should not be worried about the Black Stars only but the supporters also need effective protection.This can be done by sending delegation to Egypt to verify the situation on the ground.Thank you.

GFA should not be worried about the Black Stars only but the supporters also need effective protection.This can be done by sending delegation to Egypt to verify the situation on the ground.Thank you.
GHFUO, change ur thinking 10 years ago

FOLLOW BOY KOFI'S IDEA. TAKE UR OWN FOOD N WATER...

FOLLOW BOY KOFI'S IDEA. TAKE UR OWN FOOD N WATER...
HAAAAAABA!!! 10 years ago

Guys, I second your unique thoughts upon your suggested equipment's Ghana Black Stars needs to equip for the match, but in other words, Egypt wants to use the as one that can provide unity to their country which I think FIFA ...
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Guys, I second your unique thoughts upon your suggested equipment's Ghana Black Stars needs to equip for the match, but in other words, Egypt wants to use the as one that can provide unity to their country which I think FIFA has raised their eyebrows upon it to consider them. How ever, it sounds okay but what about if Egypt lose one's again on their own background which I think of course will happen? Ghana 2 Egypt 1.
James 10 years ago

Yes, black stars should take their own food and water. They did it to Kotoko and score them 4-0 in first half. please don't drink their water, don't eat their food.

Yes, black stars should take their own food and water. They did it to Kotoko and score them 4-0 in first half. please don't drink their water, don't eat their food.
princewilly@ymail.com 10 years ago

WE WILL BE FUCKING THE INTERNATIONAL FEMALE ASS IN CAIRO ALSO{FIFA]

WE WILL BE FUCKING THE INTERNATIONAL FEMALE ASS IN CAIRO ALSO{FIFA]
POW@ Appiah anaaaaaaaaa 10 years ago

GFA must also go there to see what? What's the responsibility of our Ambassador and the chunk of Ghanaian staff posted out there and getting paid with the tax payers money? That's their job and the GFA is in constant touch wi ...
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GFA must also go there to see what? What's the responsibility of our Ambassador and the chunk of Ghanaian staff posted out there and getting paid with the tax payers money? That's their job and the GFA is in constant touch with them, getting day to day briefings on the ground situation guys.
papa Dandzie 10 years ago

Just look at world listed players by fifa on bbc . Gyan is stupide wasting his career in arab country. Suppose he is playing in europe the guy should have been listed with the best in the world and given a way for African a ...
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Just look at world listed players by fifa on bbc . Gyan is stupide wasting his career in arab country. Suppose he is playing in europe the guy should have been listed with the best in the world and given a way for African award
bogass 10 years ago

HE IS NOT WASTING HIS TIME. IF YOU CAN CONVINCE ANY EUROPEAN CLUB TO MATCH HIS SALARY, THEN DO SO.WHO CARES ABOUT FIFA/AFRICAN AWARD. AT THE END OF HIS CAREER,WHO WILL CARE ABOUT HIM BUT ONLY HIMSELF WITH A LOT OF MONEY.EUROP ...
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HE IS NOT WASTING HIS TIME. IF YOU CAN CONVINCE ANY EUROPEAN CLUB TO MATCH HIS SALARY, THEN DO SO.WHO CARES ABOUT FIFA/AFRICAN AWARD. AT THE END OF HIS CAREER,WHO WILL CARE ABOUT HIM BUT ONLY HIMSELF WITH A LOT OF MONEY.EUROPEAN TEAMS WILL NOT HESITATE TO LET YOU GO IF YOU GET HURT OR INJURED.A WORD TO A WISE IS ENOUGH.
AKOKO DARKO (U.S.A.) 10 years ago

Now that FIFA has spoken ,then it means that it would be held responsible for our safety.So let's go guys and score them in their own backyard.We are however,keeping our fingures crossed.No stone is being left unturned.God wi ...
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Now that FIFA has spoken ,then it means that it would be held responsible for our safety.So let's go guys and score them in their own backyard.We are however,keeping our fingures crossed.No stone is being left unturned.God will protect us all.
Spectator 10 years ago

That is a shameful decision! How could FIFA state that they accept the security guarantees from the Egyptian govenment when the same government cannot provide security to its citizens without resorting to violence?
FIFA sho ...
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That is a shameful decision! How could FIFA state that they accept the security guarantees from the Egyptian govenment when the same government cannot provide security to its citizens without resorting to violence?
FIFA should have considered that the situation has been made worse for the simple reason that Ghana is leading the tie 6-1 and it is going to be a miracle for the Egyptians to turn this round by beating Ghana 5-0 (or at best force extra time and a subsequent penalty shoot-out by beating Ghana 6-1). For that reason, the Egyptians' only route to fame would be per events outside the field. For that matter, both players and spectators would not be safe anywhere in Egypt around the date of the clash, and the security guarantee would require that the Ghanaian contingent of players, officials and ordinary spectators must be protected from the time they leave Ghana until they are back in Ghana. Anything less than that would not be enough.
I suggest that the Ghanaian contingent should contain a team of our own special forces personnel who will take charge of any security situation affecting our people. To be fore warned is to be fore armed!
pioneer 10 years ago

Ghanaians should think twice because there is no security in that country.a country without president in which they overthrow their elected president who nerver finish his term by force can we find something called security t ...
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Ghanaians should think twice because there is no security in that country.a country without president in which they overthrow their elected president who nerver finish his term by force can we find something called security there?.the last word will be sorry but,can not bring the life of our players back.GFA should challenge FIFA and his boss because they are not the one who is going to Egypt to play the game.don't afraid of FIFA they are human beings like you.FIFA is there because of us we are not there because of FIFA.sorry can't bring the life of our players and spectators
KojoLee@Dilemma-Situation 10 years ago

"FIFA is there because of us we are not there because of FIFA" (Pioneer)

That is not true, if it were to be England, Italy, Spain, Germany, U.S.A etc, The so called governing body would have acted in favour to changed the ...
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"FIFA is there because of us we are not there because of FIFA" (Pioneer)

That is not true, if it were to be England, Italy, Spain, Germany, U.S.A etc, The so called governing body would have acted in favour to changed the venue. How many slots does African have in the W/C competition? The 'hanza' would tell you how worth Africa is for FIFA.

Until we wake up from our long deep asleep, nobody is ready to wake us up!
the truth 10 years ago

What is Africa's interest?

What is Africa's interest?
Rasheed@Rasheedmulor. 10 years ago

I don't think the match should be played in Cairo, because of the hostile situation in Egypt. If Egypt should beat us, I will not see it a real defeat,because our players might have succumbed to fear and threats.

I don't think the match should be played in Cairo, because of the hostile situation in Egypt. If Egypt should beat us, I will not see it a real defeat,because our players might have succumbed to fear and threats.
POW@ Appiah anaaaaaaaaa 10 years ago

We will be fine Rasheedmulor. It's going to be a very fine match out there with B/Stars getting more supporters than the Pharaohs on the match day. Just chill and get ready for a yet seen Ghana/Egypt friendliness in such a ve ...
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We will be fine Rasheedmulor. It's going to be a very fine match out there with B/Stars getting more supporters than the Pharaohs on the match day. Just chill and get ready for a yet seen Ghana/Egypt friendliness in such a very tough competition.
Kofitse kpoh 10 years ago

Since it is life we are talking about, can we also get a guarantee from FIFA that for every Ghanaian life lost the FIFA decision makers will also pay with theirs? If they can't guarantee that then they have no justification t ...
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Since it is life we are talking about, can we also get a guarantee from FIFA that for every Ghanaian life lost the FIFA decision makers will also pay with theirs? If they can't guarantee that then they have no justification to approve that venue. GFA should open and scan through all the legal grounds and previous incidents for which a match venue can be changed. If possible they should seek counsel from the English FA and the German FA.
light 10 years ago

Now lets finish with this very SILLY issue over security and concentrate on building a BS that will pass the QuarterFinals of the world Cup. (Egypt is not at war just facing uncertainty and need Africa's support not scorn)

Now lets finish with this very SILLY issue over security and concentrate on building a BS that will pass the QuarterFinals of the world Cup. (Egypt is not at war just facing uncertainty and need Africa's support not scorn)
Bishop 10 years ago

FIFA said the Egyptians will look after the Black stars what about the funs

FIFA said the Egyptians will look after the Black stars what about the funs
Ghana Fan 10 years ago

Why then is FIFA not sharing those "guarantees" with all of us (the whole world)

FIFA just doesn't get it. The org is just too corrupt to even get anything through their THICK heads.

We are TALKING about guarantees for ...
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Why then is FIFA not sharing those "guarantees" with all of us (the whole world)

FIFA just doesn't get it. The org is just too corrupt to even get anything through their THICK heads.

We are TALKING about guarantees for the FANS!!!!!!, we know the Egyptian authorities may not be foolish to put the players in harms way, but can we say the same about Ghanaian fans?

All FIFA has shown is that they do not want Ghanaian supporters to be there to cheer on our team. The want a stadium filled with 30,000 Egyptian so that maybe they can get their choice *Egypt* to maybe qualify.

I have lost all respect for that org.
GhanaBa 10 years ago

simply put; the venue is not safe!

simply put; the venue is not safe!
Pinkus 10 years ago

This is a very very unfair decision. Whatever the motive only God can tell. But there will be a live telecast of this match and the whole world will be watching. If Egypt can pass the test after Mursi's appearance in court on ...
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This is a very very unfair decision. Whatever the motive only God can tell. But there will be a live telecast of this match and the whole world will be watching. If Egypt can pass the test after Mursi's appearance in court on November 4th then the venue will remain the same. But if a new wave of violence begins after November 4th then the GFA should re-appeal to FIFA to change the venue, period. For now we know that FIFA is out there to help Egypt. But whatever help, let me state that no team in the world right now can beat a committed Black Stars team by five goal margin, not even Spain or Brazil. So Egypt and their cohorts should stop thinking about qualifying it does not matter if each Egyptian player would be promised ten million dollar qualifying bonus. For now I can assure the rest of the world that the Black Stars are committed to going to Brazil and no one except God can stop them.
AKB 10 years ago

This is well said, Amennnnnnn

This is well said, Amennnnnnn
HEXAGON!! usa 10 years ago

What about we supporters am I guaranteed!!!

What about we supporters am I guaranteed!!!
Pontius Pilate 10 years ago

we appreciate and share in the pain of our Egyptian brothers even as they go through this stage of their political life. that notwithstanding, i think FIFA should not wait until the unexpected happens before they come to apol ...
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we appreciate and share in the pain of our Egyptian brothers even as they go through this stage of their political life. that notwithstanding, i think FIFA should not wait until the unexpected happens before they come to apologize.

Everyone knows how unstable the country has become including the Egyptians themselves. and mind u people who plan havoc would not tell you. they may want to use that to court attention.

FIFA wise up and stop this stiff neckedness
OGA yum yum 10 years ago

the gfa is sick

the gfa is sick
Joe 10 years ago

Why do you say that? Give reasons, you cannot get up and make those comments.

Why do you say that? Give reasons, you cannot get up and make those comments.
OGA yum yum 10 years ago

why can't they take the fifa to court and is nyantakyi, not a lawyer??

why can't they take the fifa to court and is nyantakyi, not a lawyer??
OKOROMANSA 10 years ago

FIFA'S ARAB ASSURANCE SHOULD NOT BE TRUSTED. GFA MUST DEMAND 200% PROTECTION FOR THE PLAYERS, SUPPORTERS AND OFFICIALS IN CAIRO. WE CAN'T TRUST THIS CURSED ASSURANCE BECAUSE EGYPT WIL NOT COME OUT AND SINCERLY SAY THAT THEY C ...
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FIFA'S ARAB ASSURANCE SHOULD NOT BE TRUSTED. GFA MUST DEMAND 200% PROTECTION FOR THE PLAYERS, SUPPORTERS AND OFFICIALS IN CAIRO. WE CAN'T TRUST THIS CURSED ASSURANCE BECAUSE EGYPT WIL NOT COME OUT AND SINCERLY SAY THAT THEY CANNOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE SECURITY.
WOFA WOHOO 10 years ago

Please prove to the whole world that you are BLACK STARS go to Egypt with the mindset to win as if you need to win inorder to go to Brazil.Remember the pressure is on Egypt,play your game and never think of playing defensive ...
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Please prove to the whole world that you are BLACK STARS go to Egypt with the mindset to win as if you need to win inorder to go to Brazil.Remember the pressure is on Egypt,play your game and never think of playing defensive ever,bcos you are far too strong to the Egyptians,take over the game from the blast of the whistle control the midfield and keep the ball and strikers should score goals while any mistake at the defence should be fix bf the match.Advise to goalkeeper stay calm and alert and watchout for corner kicks and long ball,stay alert cos they might play long shots you have just 90mins to go to Brazil,pls coach do not use Kingston,also and very important tell your keeper to try and control airial ball which some ESPN commentators said he has work to do after the game Kumasi.We are all praying for you to go to Egypt beat them and come back home safely and by GOD'S grace nothing would touch you.Key word do not lose play to win bcos you can beat them in their own backyard,God bless
HAAAAAABA!!! 10 years ago

WHAT A RISKY DESITION FIFA HAS CONSIDERED.
Anyway Guys (GFA), I second your unique thoughts upon your suggested equipment's Ghana Black Stars needs to equip for the match, but in other words, Egypt wants to use the MATCH as ...
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WHAT A RISKY DESITION FIFA HAS CONSIDERED.
Anyway Guys (GFA), I second your unique thoughts upon your suggested equipment's Ghana Black Stars needs to equip for the match, but in other words, Egypt wants to use the MATCH as one that can provide unity to their country DUE TO THEIR POLITICAL DIVITIONS AND STROGLES, which I think FIFA has raised their CONCERNS upon it to consider them. How ever, it sounds okay but what about if Egypt lose one's again on their own background which I think of course will happen? Ghana 2 Egypt 1.
Queeny 10 years ago

We will go to Egypt but FIFA must be held liable if anything untoward shold happen to any Ghanaian. Simple

We will go to Egypt but FIFA must be held liable if anything untoward shold happen to any Ghanaian. Simple
BIG BOY 10 years ago

I've always thought Nyantekyi claims Ghana is an annointed member of FIFA and can always have a sympathy in issues of this nature because Ghana has been the surviving participant ahead of other African countries in the last 2 ...
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I've always thought Nyantekyi claims Ghana is an annointed member of FIFA and can always have a sympathy in issues of this nature because Ghana has been the surviving participant ahead of other African countries in the last 2 world cup.? This type of GFA/Ghana feeling of Self Importance attitude must stop. Other African countries have been there with a better record than Ghana in the past. For all you know Ghana is even yet to beat any top ranked European football nation in any competitve game. (I'm not talkinng about fifa ranking) Go check the records; Cameroun was the first to do it when they shocked the whole world with spectacular performance against Argetina, and even was almost in the semi final ever by an African country in quarter final duel with Britain; save for the last minute contrvercial penalty. Nigeria did same by beating Spain in world cup tornament and the Queen of Spain wept openly in the crowd. Senegal did same against France in a world cup opening match and as well got to the quarter finals even on their first qualification to the world cup. Morocco was another sterling ferfomer at another world cup so Ghana should stop the self imposed importance and accept there ever existed better performers; records which they are yet to beat. You flex muscles at world cup qualifications and yet smaller African countries like Mali, Zambia, Burkina Faso outplay and dent your overbloated ego. You almost always claim to the favourates in all African competitions and yet when you are bruised and disgraced at a quarterfinal level you now begin to search for excuses. Ghana should stop the self impotance attitude and get real with issues afterall Egypt came here with aged and tired players so what is the big deal about your victory against Egypt. If Ghana's home and away march with Zambia were considered as the play off Ghana would have been out. Check other achivements of other African countries in the past and learn to keep your excitement at bay.
Ibrahim Umar 10 years ago

They say the government of Egypt is assuring us do they have a government? Pls Fifa do not play games wit this cos its human lives.
HAD I KNOWN ITS ALWAYS AT LAST

They say the government of Egypt is assuring us do they have a government? Pls Fifa do not play games wit this cos its human lives.
HAD I KNOWN ITS ALWAYS AT LAST
Kwaku 10 years ago

In a country where Police can kill civilians at will and civilians kill police freely, what again does FIFA need to know Egypt is not safe? I am scared a bomb will off in the stadium that day. This is the trade mark of arab p ...
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In a country where Police can kill civilians at will and civilians kill police freely, what again does FIFA need to know Egypt is not safe? I am scared a bomb will off in the stadium that day. This is the trade mark of arab politics. Bloody always and FIFA will drink it in the name of Football.
BIG BOY 10 years ago

Cowards, when Ghana played in a peaceful South African CAF tornaments early this year, was Ghana not solicing the referee's attentions for dubious penalties in order to subdue even Cape Verde, Ghana's weaknesses were exposed ...
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Cowards, when Ghana played in a peaceful South African CAF tornaments early this year, was Ghana not solicing the referee's attentions for dubious penalties in order to subdue even Cape Verde, Ghana's weaknesses were exposed when Black Stars met the likes of DR Congo, Burkina Faso, Mali
Kofi 10 years ago

Safety first. I still think it is time for us to tackle the bull by the horn. The rest of the world do not respect us because of what happened in the past. The country is at war with itself, why can't FIFA understand that it ...
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Safety first. I still think it is time for us to tackle the bull by the horn. The rest of the world do not respect us because of what happened in the past. The country is at war with itself, why can't FIFA understand that it is still dangerous to stage such a huge game in that country. Does the results of the first game played in Ghana not make it clear to FIFA that all is not well with Egypt?
Womaame TWE 10 years ago

FIFA president is such a dopy, how can we play match in a war zone.

FIFA president is such a dopy, how can we play match in a war zone.
STEVE 10 years ago

In my opinion, Ghana must play the match in Cairo as decided by FIFA, but must play under protest for any eventuality. This will strengthen our chances in case of any mishap.

In my opinion, Ghana must play the match in Cairo as decided by FIFA, but must play under protest for any eventuality. This will strengthen our chances in case of any mishap.
PAUL, R.I ,USA 10 years ago

then if they can provide security for the Ghana team and hw abt the FANS

then if they can provide security for the Ghana team and hw abt the FANS
Joseph Bonsu-Akoto 10 years ago

What is football to human life? I gues the narrow minded GFA is more concerned with their own trip to Brazil than protecting the life of fellow Ghanaians. What, if Ghana wins the return match? What assurance that we have that ...
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What is football to human life? I gues the narrow minded GFA is more concerned with their own trip to Brazil than protecting the life of fellow Ghanaians. What, if Ghana wins the return match? What assurance that we have that our players, officials, supporters, not to mention the life of our brothers and sisters in Egypt? For God sake it will be better to stop going to Egypt unless the venue is moved to another nation. This is what we need to do to prove to FIFA that we from Ghana respect life more than FoOOTBALL. This my take. May God bless Ghana.
mallam, md -usa 10 years ago

Good Luck Stars :)

Good Luck Stars :)
YOOMOBEGA 10 years ago

At the back of our mind we are afraid that that the Egyptians could win big time in Cairo.
And it wouldn't be FIFA'a fault. Coach Appiah needs to focus on tightening our defence.

At the back of our mind we are afraid that that the Egyptians could win big time in Cairo.
And it wouldn't be FIFA'a fault. Coach Appiah needs to focus on tightening our defence.
GFA 10 years ago

FIFA is sh*t. if it was England or any other European country, would they have come out with such a decision?? Useless organisms

FIFA is sh*t. if it was England or any other European country, would they have come out with such a decision?? Useless organisms
Analyst 10 years ago

We must stop this childish game and concentrate on football. We must reckon that, the psychological battle for venue change is now over. FIFA has spoken. The Egyptian authorities have given the guarantees that Cairo will be s ...
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We must stop this childish game and concentrate on football. We must reckon that, the psychological battle for venue change is now over. FIFA has spoken. The Egyptian authorities have given the guarantees that Cairo will be safe just like Kumasi. Our own ambassador in Cairo has also confirmed that Cairo is safe. We should gird our loins and go there and complete the mission to go to Brazil. We are leading 6-1 and we must defend this jealously.
The Pharaohs will be glad to exploit our naivety if we display any. In fact this is what they are praying for. Their prayer is that we should should really be afraid in Cairo such that our play will be disjointed.
We must therefore wise-up quickly. There is nothing to fear in Cairo. We only have to prepare well like in the first leg and play our best game to win in Cairo.
It is only going to be 90 minutes plus of soccer in Cairo and nothing more - the players must fix their minds on this only.
princewilly@ymail.com 10 years ago

WE WILL BE FUCKING THE INTERNATIONAL FEMALE ASS N CAIRO ALSO.

WE WILL BE FUCKING THE INTERNATIONAL FEMALE ASS N CAIRO ALSO.
BOGASS 10 years ago

LETS CONCENTRATE AND BEAT EGYPT ON THEIR OWN GROUNDS. CAIRO OR NOT WE MUST FIGHT TO WIN. AGORO NE FOM...

LETS CONCENTRATE AND BEAT EGYPT ON THEIR OWN GROUNDS. CAIRO OR NOT WE MUST FIGHT TO WIN. AGORO NE FOM...
Petitmillionaire 10 years ago

Forfeit the match, Egypt will be declared a 3-0 winner.
Ghana qualifies on aggregate.

Forfeit the match, Egypt will be declared a 3-0 winner.
Ghana qualifies on aggregate.
hajia 10 years ago

"guarantees from the government of Egypt to protect the Black Stars during their visit."Indeed.While couldnt they pretecthim as the president.We wil hold batter responsible if...

"guarantees from the government of Egypt to protect the Black Stars during their visit."Indeed.While couldnt they pretecthim as the president.We wil hold batter responsible if...
True lies 10 years ago

My only advice for GFA is to abandon the match at the last hour and FIFA can only give Egypt 3 goals 3 points and Ghana still would qualify for the world cup and also save us some money and the lives of our players

My only advice for GFA is to abandon the match at the last hour and FIFA can only give Egypt 3 goals 3 points and Ghana still would qualify for the world cup and also save us some money and the lives of our players
OBJECTIVA 10 years ago

To PSYCHOLOGICALLY change and prepare the mindset of our PLAYERS(The Blackstars) ,supporters and officials, I shall as a matter of urgency urge the GFA and ICE COOL KWASI APPIAH to consider the idea of holding all their ...
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To PSYCHOLOGICALLY change and prepare the mindset of our PLAYERS(The Blackstars) ,supporters and officials, I shall as a matter of urgency urge the GFA and ICE COOL KWASI APPIAH to consider the idea of holding all their training sessions before departure at Elwak sports stadium in Accra with the full attendance of a mix of military personel (soldiers)in uniform as well as civilian supporters etc.
The Elwak stadium is an E-FIT of the Egyptian Air defence stadium and by conducting training sessions at the here, the MINDS and general PSYCHOLOGY of our players and supporters will be perfectly TUNED UP to withstand any pressure.Mind you the captain Asamoah Gyan has already admitted the fears the players harbour .Elwak training grounds IS PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY AND ANTEDOTE THAT CAN DO UNDO THE BABYJET FEARS.
PSYCHOLOGICAL WAREFARE TUNE-UP IS VERY CRUCIAL AT THIS STAGE AND MUST BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT DELAY .
NANA EGYIR 10 years ago

GHANA MUST FEAR NOT, FOR GOD IS WITH THEM. NO WEAPONS FASHIONED AGAINST THEM WOULD SUCEED.

GHANA MUST FEAR NOT, FOR GOD IS WITH THEM. NO WEAPONS FASHIONED AGAINST THEM WOULD SUCEED.
MICHAEL BOYE MARQUAYE. 10 years ago

The GFA need not worry too much about the venue though there are concerns about an on going riots between the pro moise the ex president and the government in a nationwide troubles ending in death and injuries aroung the EGYP ...
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The GFA need not worry too much about the venue though there are concerns about an on going riots between the pro moise the ex president and the government in a nationwide troubles ending in death and injuries aroung the EGYPTIAN CAPITAL CAIRO and the venue where the BLACK STARS ARE PLAYING, but I know the players are more determine than ever and are willing to battle it with the EGYPTIANS from beginning to the end as they eye their massive chances of going to BRAZIL, the fact is the EGYPTIAN GOVERNMENT knows the security of the BLACK STARS ARE in their hands and if anything should happen to them they will be held responsible and may be a heavy fine as a result so they will try their utmost best to ensure safety at all cost. What the GFA and Coach AKWESI APPIAN should do now is to prepare the boys for the ultimate battle with the view of winning. All the BLACK STARS have to do is score at the slightest opportunity they get and cover the midfield and prevent an EGYPTIAN penetration. Hopefully JOHN BOYE will be fit enough to fill the gat in central defence and make it much stronger. The attackers still pose a threat and am optimistic they will score even in CAIRO 3 or 4 goals and the more they score the difficult it is for the home team to come back as it earns two points instead of one on aggregate. There is 90 percent chance of the STARS qualifying in no doubt but also have to be cautious at the same time.This is a time for GHANA to rally around the STARS and put all doubts behind and go for the win coz a win for the Black STARS is a win for the entire nation of GHANA. good luck lads AND GO FOR IT, shine in the eyes of the world on the 19th November and come back to GHANA to receive a splendid welcome. Am so excited and cant wait for the kick off from footballers point of views.

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