A brilliant piece. You said it all. I can rest assured that my fellow Ghanaians are very discerning. Man you have made my year. Thanks for such a beautiful response. Lets us rally behind our great country and see the cup comi ... read full comment
A brilliant piece. You said it all. I can rest assured that my fellow Ghanaians are very discerning. Man you have made my year. Thanks for such a beautiful response. Lets us rally behind our great country and see the cup coming to Ghana.
KojoLee/MRAA@WalatuAfcon 11 years ago
Yes, brilliant indeed, and a good man is never honored in his own country. We need to start somewhere to land somewhere.
And all I want to tell coach MRAA is to be Brave! Even if he is not, should pretend to be because, n ... read full comment
Yes, brilliant indeed, and a good man is never honored in his own country. We need to start somewhere to land somewhere.
And all I want to tell coach MRAA is to be Brave! Even if he is not, should pretend to be because, no one can tell the difference. With some precautions, we can move forward swiftly and smoothly.
SHADY BLUE niagara falls, ontario 11 years ago
HE IS GETTING RESULTS UNLIKE THE PAST. HE IS STARTING TO FOCUS ON THE LITTLE THINGS, CONCENTRATE ON TACTICS AND GAME PLAN. GONE ARE THE DASY OF "PLAY FOR ME WAI"....LOL
AA IS USING MORE TACTICAL ARSENAL IN HIS METHODS. LETS ... read full comment
HE IS GETTING RESULTS UNLIKE THE PAST. HE IS STARTING TO FOCUS ON THE LITTLE THINGS, CONCENTRATE ON TACTICS AND GAME PLAN. GONE ARE THE DASY OF "PLAY FOR ME WAI"....LOL
AA IS USING MORE TACTICAL ARSENAL IN HIS METHODS. LETS HOPE FOR MORE.
3 SHOTS ON GOALS AGAINST ZAMBIA AWAY IN OVER 90 MINUTES IS VERY HORRIBLE. IM GLAD AA IS LEARNING FROM SUCH MISTAKES. IF HE WINS THE TROPHY, AUTOMATICALLY, HE WILL BE OUR COACH FOR BRASIL
ATSU, HO 11 years ago
WELL ARTICULATED ARGUMENTS, GOD BLESS YOU. A SPORT IS NORMALLY CALLED A DISCIPLINE WHY DO YOU THINK IT IS SO. THE ONLY WAY TO SUCCESS IN SPORTS I KNOW IS DISCIPLINE. SOCCER FANS LETS SUPPORT KWESI APPIAH
WELL ARTICULATED ARGUMENTS, GOD BLESS YOU. A SPORT IS NORMALLY CALLED A DISCIPLINE WHY DO YOU THINK IT IS SO. THE ONLY WAY TO SUCCESS IN SPORTS I KNOW IS DISCIPLINE. SOCCER FANS LETS SUPPORT KWESI APPIAH
julu 11 years ago
keep dreaming
keep dreaming
Frederich 11 years ago
Thank You. may God Bless Ghana!
Thank You. may God Bless Ghana!
appiah papa 11 years ago
half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
jigijaga 11 years ago
i have never seen an ayew flop in a match but teams they feature in could flop miserably. they aren't cut out as team players.
i have never seen an ayew flop in a match but teams they feature in could flop miserably. they aren't cut out as team players.
POW, Walewale Naaba ba 11 years ago
You can go to hell, Papa Appiah.
You can go to hell, Papa Appiah.
papa appiah 11 years ago
I am not the Appiah Papa who gave the comment but your sentiments are well noted
I am not the Appiah Papa who gave the comment but your sentiments are well noted
papa appiah 11 years ago
Frederich, I enjoyed your article. It is well-thought-out and level-headed and well done to you. I believe, just as you do that we all need to support the team now, beacause after all, the boys are playing for the nation and ... read full comment
Frederich, I enjoyed your article. It is well-thought-out and level-headed and well done to you. I believe, just as you do that we all need to support the team now, beacause after all, the boys are playing for the nation and not for Kwesi Appiah.
I however need to correct some factual inaccuracies.
1.Milovan Rajevac, before he took over Ghana had been coaching continually for 20 years, including stincts as caretaker of Red Star Belgrade with whom he won the league.
2.You appear not to have much regard for our recent foreign coaches but then seem to believe, that Kwesi qualifies for the job on acciount of having been assistant to these same coaches.
3. Kwesi did not have to go through a competitive process to get the job.There are better-qualified Ghanaians for the job. I would not have complained if Kwesi had had a steady coaching career, doing well with premier clubs.
4.You were araguing the Ayew case well till you decided to bring in the case of insurbodination. Which is which? Is it the injury, failure to arrive on time or problems with the coach that is the reason? The coach should be able to deal with difficult situations.
5.You are right we should support the coach but it should not be merely because he is a nice guy.If he gets to the semi-final of the world cup, he may come across Vincente del-Bosque. Google the latters CV and see the difference.
I want the team to do well, but Im sure not going to get carried away. A 4-2 win in a friendly in an empty stadium should not be justification for some of his, should i say, unusual decisions
cap'n planet 11 years ago
Had he got grounds for defense,he would have come out in gun blazing style,but as you are aware,he's cowering in a corner,with his tail between legs.On his mind are two things;why did I write the article,and why did I beat my ... read full comment
Had he got grounds for defense,he would have come out in gun blazing style,but as you are aware,he's cowering in a corner,with his tail between legs.On his mind are two things;why did I write the article,and why did I beat myself into such psychological pulp.It is not end time,Papa Appish;to err,of course,is human.We will find room in our hearts to forgive you.Just don't jump on the wrong wagon next time.And you can donate your 30 silvers to the orphange,if they will accept.
. Mr.James A.Appiah does not look like a failure,does he?It's you,who has a defeatists ways of thinking.
papa appiah 11 years ago
Which of my articles are you talking about? I think we should support the Black Stars whoever is in charge. My opinion on the appointment of Kwesi Appiah has not changed. I never said he was a failure, that is unfair. I just ... read full comment
Which of my articles are you talking about? I think we should support the Black Stars whoever is in charge. My opinion on the appointment of Kwesi Appiah has not changed. I never said he was a failure, that is unfair. I just dont think he qualifies to be our manager.
ATIKI A 11 years ago
PAPA APPIAH, WITH ALL THAT LOCAL COACH AKWASI APPIAH IS ACHIEVING, MAKING A REDISCOVERY OF THE FANTASTIC TRADITIONAL FAST-FREE-FLOWING-ALL-ATTACKING FOOTBALL OF THE GHANA BLACK STARS OF WHICH HE WAS A CAPTAIN, YOU STILL STRON ... read full comment
PAPA APPIAH, WITH ALL THAT LOCAL COACH AKWASI APPIAH IS ACHIEVING, MAKING A REDISCOVERY OF THE FANTASTIC TRADITIONAL FAST-FREE-FLOWING-ALL-ATTACKING FOOTBALL OF THE GHANA BLACK STARS OF WHICH HE WAS A CAPTAIN, YOU STILL STRONGLY BELIEVE HE SHOULD HAVE BEEN APPOINTED A MANAGER AT MOST, WITH A WHITE FOREIGNER AS THE SUBSTANTICE COACH, I IMAGINE! EMANCIPATE YOURSELF FROM THE THIS MENTAL SLAVERY, AND KNOW THAT THE BLACK MAN IS ALSO CAPABPLE. HOW MANY FOREIGN COACHES HELPED GHANA TO WIN THE AFRICAN CUP OR A WORLD CUP? HOW MANY BLACKS AND GHANAIANS DID? THANK YOU, CK GYAMFI, THANK YOU AFRANIE, THANK YOU OSAM DODOU, AND THANK YOU AGAIN SELLAS TETTEH, FOR MAKING GHANA A FIFA WORLD FOOTBALL CHAMPION! WAKE UP, GHANA, AND SUPPORT LOCAL COACH AKWASI APPIAH AND THE NEW BLACK STARS OF GHANA. THE GIANT OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL IS WAKING UP FROM THE DIZINESS, AND SOMETHING NEW IS ABOUT TO HAPPEN!
papa appiah 11 years ago
OH Atiki, I,m not asking for a white coach. You get me wrong. You assume that once a person is against Appiahs appointment, then they must be asking for a white coach. You see, I am not hoping Black Stars fail, but please don ... read full comment
OH Atiki, I,m not asking for a white coach. You get me wrong. You assume that once a person is against Appiahs appointment, then they must be asking for a white coach. You see, I am not hoping Black Stars fail, but please dont start talking about free-flowing football etc. At the height of competition, u may realise, sadly, that free-flowing is not always the answer unless u a Barcelona.
Frederich 11 years ago
apa I appreciate your concerns but I disagree fundamentally with your arguments:
1. You mention Milovan’s CV but I acknowledged his technical ability in my article that he was arguably the most technically gifted expatr ... read full comment
apa I appreciate your concerns but I disagree fundamentally with your arguments:
1. You mention Milovan’s CV but I acknowledged his technical ability in my article that he was arguably the most technically gifted expatriate coach we have had. Did you read that? My comparison was with Plavi where I said his CV was not impressive at all compared to Appiah’s. You seem to have misread the article. Pls read again.
2. You seem to put so much emphasis on CVs but i believe that CVs dont necessarily bring success and sited Claude Leroy as an example.
3. You seem taken by Vincente del-Bosque's impressive CV but his success may not necessarily be a result of his qualifications but his experience. Please see Pep Guardiola's CV before he took over at Barcelona and you will see my argument.
4. Regarding Dede Ayew’s technical bench snub, was it not a clear case of insubordination? The injury issue which is a different matter was well managed by Appiah in my opinion and I stated my reasons -lets disagree if we must but I stick with my view.
5. You also assume that a ‘good’coach should be able to handle difficult situations? Is this really a given? Then ask Villas Boas and Scollari why they failed to manage difficult players at Chelsea given their pedigree. There are some qualities coaching badges will not give you.
6. I however agree Appiah at some point will have to obtain his coaching badges for the sake of his career but some coaches have achived great success before completing their coaching badges. Please see Rijkaard and Tigana’s coaching career.
cap'n planet 11 years ago
Based on what deductions,sir?
Based on what deductions,sir?
Ghanavi 11 years ago
I totally agree, he can go to hell and take his citizenship with him.
No one should doubt OUR COACH MR. KWESI APPIAH.Anyone who saw this genius play knows what he is capable of delivering.Paa Kwesi keep doing what you are do ... read full comment
I totally agree, he can go to hell and take his citizenship with him.
No one should doubt OUR COACH MR. KWESI APPIAH.Anyone who saw this genius play knows what he is capable of delivering.Paa Kwesi keep doing what you are doing and FUCK EVERYONE THAT DISAGREE WITH YOU!!
appiah papa 11 years ago
half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
kwasi danso 11 years ago
if it is true dede ayew is not fit why did you people want him in the black stars's team? am so worried about your way of thinking.polo ,is talking about his time when he was forced to play for ghana even though he was hurt. ... read full comment
if it is true dede ayew is not fit why did you people want him in the black stars's team? am so worried about your way of thinking.polo ,is talking about his time when he was forced to play for ghana even though he was hurt.Do you want us to do that to Dede ayew? If you have nathing better to say then dont write.
Ghanaian dont tell the truth (Akyem B 11 years ago
I wonder when people talk like they are not Ghanaians.
I wonder when people talk like they are not Ghanaians.
Busumbru 11 years ago
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Busumbru 11 years ago
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Smoking columbia 11 years ago
Awww!!! Powerful article. I got goose bombs all over me. It is high time we came together as one strong Nation to support our own esp when he is doing a good job. Undoubtedly, we love the Ayews (from sola, Kwame, King Abed ... read full comment
Awww!!! Powerful article. I got goose bombs all over me. It is high time we came together as one strong Nation to support our own esp when he is doing a good job. Undoubtedly, we love the Ayews (from sola, Kwame, King Abedi and the young Ayews)but this time the coach is right and his decision is PARAMOUNT! Y'all should stop this tribal shit!! Long live Ghana, long live Kwesi Appiah and the Black stars
John Mary 11 years ago
Frederich Maafo I am in love with your brilliant thought. You are very level headed. S. Kufour is just a politician not a footballer or a retired footballer. God bless you.
Frederich Maafo I am in love with your brilliant thought. You are very level headed. S. Kufour is just a politician not a footballer or a retired footballer. God bless you.
wilson 11 years ago
kwesi appiah's intent to concentrate on team work and injecting fit and fresh players into the team.
that is why i was slightly dissappointed when he included john paintsil and afful instead of daniel opare and nii addy in ... read full comment
kwesi appiah's intent to concentrate on team work and injecting fit and fresh players into the team.
that is why i was slightly dissappointed when he included john paintsil and afful instead of daniel opare and nii addy in portugal. i expect that after the tournament he should continue the phasing out of old players and that this should be the last tournament for players like paintsil, afful, anthony annan, derek, asamaoh djan. players kweis appiah indentified prior to the tournament had shown much promise: duncan, afriyie acquah, warris, etc
Frederich 11 years ago
Wilson, I disagree. He had a look at Inkoom, Daniel and Lee Addy but they all disappointed. They are not in good form currently. I think he has decided to go for Paintsil's experience rather than risk unfit right backs.
Wilson, I disagree. He had a look at Inkoom, Daniel and Lee Addy but they all disappointed. They are not in good form currently. I think he has decided to go for Paintsil's experience rather than risk unfit right backs.
Kofi Yankey 11 years ago
We won but the Black Stars have a serious defence and goalkeeping problems. In the two goals we conceded, our defnders were out of position and the attcakers were not marked. The goalie also made a mess clearing and saving se ... read full comment
We won but the Black Stars have a serious defence and goalkeeping problems. In the two goals we conceded, our defnders were out of position and the attcakers were not marked. The goalie also made a mess clearing and saving seemingly harmless balls. We had problem scoring but many of us didn't realize that poor defence and goalkeeping were also major reasons for our mediocre performance in AFCON2012.
wilson 11 years ago
the goal katongo scored against ghana in zambia was preventable.
the goal katongo scored against ghana in zambia was preventable.
cap'n planet 11 years ago
A yeoman's job.This article is apt and comes at an opportune time to set the records straight and field some loose balls.
One thing I hope you could have added was,win or lose the Afcon,the coach will still be our coach.A ... read full comment
A yeoman's job.This article is apt and comes at an opportune time to set the records straight and field some loose balls.
One thing I hope you could have added was,win or lose the Afcon,the coach will still be our coach.Again,there are men's men,who stand up and do the right thing when even its their bloodline.
It comes to the fore,,that they are not the men they profess to be;but decisions,when it counts,have always been taken by their wives.I am challenging Mr.Abedi Pele publicly,to correct me,that;it is Maha who always have the final say.This goes back since the 80's and has not changed.
. Mr. Pele,my magic number is 37.Remember? Don't say no.
bimbi 11 years ago
well written and analysed BRAVO!!!
well written and analysed BRAVO!!!
J. O 11 years ago
Good and objective article. Keep it up
Good and objective article. Keep it up
The Truth 11 years ago
Good job Maafo, we will like to hear more from sensible person like you and patrotic citizen like you. God richly bless you
Good job Maafo, we will like to hear more from sensible person like you and patrotic citizen like you. God richly bless you
Yab Yab 11 years ago
Kudos to you Maafo
Kudos to you Maafo
Yaw 11 years ago
Its all good, its all good with our "thumbs up" comments after these positive results from 2 friendlies, BUT let us hope you are all back with similar positive comments when the positive results are hard to come by during the ... read full comment
Its all good, its all good with our "thumbs up" comments after these positive results from 2 friendlies, BUT let us hope you are all back with similar positive comments when the positive results are hard to come by during the tournament proper, given our way of thinking & reacting.
Bismark Yaw Asiedu 11 years ago
God bless you Frederich Maafo.
In Ghana,anything that has a white skin is better than a Ghanaian to the extent that we worship Lebanese and Indians and call them "OBRONI'and we worship them like God. How long shall we conti ... read full comment
God bless you Frederich Maafo.
In Ghana,anything that has a white skin is better than a Ghanaian to the extent that we worship Lebanese and Indians and call them "OBRONI'and we worship them like God. How long shall we continue to subject ourselves to this inhuman treatment.I have every reason to believe that Kwesi Appiah is capable of bringing the cup back home.
Forget about the doubting Thomases who do not see anything good in Kwesi Appiah.Those claiming half-fit Dede is better than most of the players are still dreaming.The 2006 world cup is still fresh on our minds:The match between Ghana and Italy, how those who thought were the only qualified to play though over-aged relegating young and energetic players to the background caused us a great deal of pain.Let us all pray and support Kwesi Appiah as he prepares to lift the trophy for us this season. God bless mother Ghana.
cap'n planet 11 years ago
Yes,and even had the guts to bet against his then capitano,Francesco Totti over a TV.Say what?Bet with a technical player who knew your weak points as you were a bench warmer.Still wondering if this guy,Kuffour can find his w ... read full comment
Yes,and even had the guts to bet against his then capitano,Francesco Totti over a TV.Say what?Bet with a technical player who knew your weak points as you were a bench warmer.Still wondering if this guy,Kuffour can find his way out of a wet paper bag,or,sees beyond the length of his nose.
. This is a guy,after being bought by Torino,decided to use him as a cleaning personnel,until good old Roger Milla cried foul.Where was his mouth?
. Keep on ass kissing,Kuffour.Too many Uncle Toms in Ghana.that we must as well ask the US to relinquish to us that accolade.
. Obroni ke?Their maternal side has Syro-Phoenician blood.We blacks have ID crisis;we have been brain washed to feel inferior,whereas;we were the first of creation.We allowed the whites to steal our birth rights.Just ask yourself,this question.The Whiteman brought Christianity to Africa but never taught us circumcision of the foreskin,because they never do.We do our forty days of mourning,wearing black.They do not.If you are a Christian,you will realize the similarities of Mosaic or Judaic cultures amongst African traditions.The question now,is,who taught us?Again,to the Old Book.The Whiteman used Noah's words to enslave the black population,saying;Ham,a servant thou shall be to your brethen.Ham was supposedly,our descedant.Yes a servant he was but why?Because he was the Levi,or Man of God,a.ong the siblings;a fact never mentioned in the Bible.Please,pay attention here.Ham was the second of the siblings and id considered to be of the black race.Now,lets throw this fact to akwasi obroni,and ask him to explain to us.There are 431genetic groupings in the whole wide world.Out of this,400 makes the black race.The reminder 31,forms all the other racial colors,white,green,yellow,blue,name it.Here comes the pain:These 31 are found not to be original;but derives its root from the 400 that pertains to the African descent.So,the big Q is,after the flood,Ham's bloodline formed the other two siblings or what?He was not the first born,but second.Does it make sense?No..All negativity has been linked to this Ham.He fornicated in the ark;and the notorious one,he uncovered his father's nakedness.The punishment for this crime was death by stoning,which never happened.Why all this?To look down on yourself whilst they steal your identity.
Its time we stop pity-patting ourselves and stand up and live to the fullness of God's glory.
Siisi 11 years ago
Bravo brother for this most objective and analytical piece on the Black Stars, Kwesi Appiah's management style vis-a-vis the Ayew brothers, and level headed patriotism. May God bless you.
Bravo brother for this most objective and analytical piece on the Black Stars, Kwesi Appiah's management style vis-a-vis the Ayew brothers, and level headed patriotism. May God bless you.
Frederich 11 years ago
Brother May God Bless Ghana!
Brother May God Bless Ghana!
Asare 11 years ago
Fantastic article. Your analysis is spot on.
Fantastic article. Your analysis is spot on.
KWAAGYEI 11 years ago
an objective, well researched, well coordinated and reasoned article. I wish i could write a prolific article like this. Keept it up
an objective, well researched, well coordinated and reasoned article. I wish i could write a prolific article like this. Keept it up
Frederich 11 years ago
Thank you and May God bless Ghana
Thank you and May God bless Ghana
Frank 11 years ago
This is the kind of message that we should be sending to our fellow men. Thank you very much Fred. I don't know when we are going to realise that a player does not win a cup but rather a team. This individualistic attitude ha ... read full comment
This is the kind of message that we should be sending to our fellow men. Thank you very much Fred. I don't know when we are going to realise that a player does not win a cup but rather a team. This individualistic attitude has left us in the ditch for 31 good years with our pedigree as great football nation with abundant talent. I have said that even if we don't win this cup I would always have respect for the coach for his firmness and strong conviction but I know that if we continue to play this way, the cup is surely coming to our motherland.SALUTE
PHISCUS(USA) 11 years ago
YOU SAID IT ALL.WE ARE OUR OWN ENEMIES.WE STILL LIVE INSLAVERY IN DISGUISE.ANYTHING WHITE SKIN IS BETTER THAN OUR OWN.KWASI APPIAH DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF AS A FINE DEFENDER AND CAPTAIN OF CLUB AND COUNTRY.HE EARNED THE NAME "M ... read full comment
YOU SAID IT ALL.WE ARE OUR OWN ENEMIES.WE STILL LIVE INSLAVERY IN DISGUISE.ANYTHING WHITE SKIN IS BETTER THAN OUR OWN.KWASI APPIAH DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF AS A FINE DEFENDER AND CAPTAIN OF CLUB AND COUNTRY.HE EARNED THE NAME "MAYELE" DUE TO HIS GOOD DEFENDING AND NOT ALLOWING ANY BALL PASS BY HIM.WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME WE BEAT EGYPT CONVINCINLY BY 2-0 AND TO COME BACK FROM 2 GOALS DOWN TO BEAT A NORTH AFRICAN SIDE 4-2?THIS SHOWS SOME TECHNICAL WORK WENT ON.HE DIDN'T MAKE A CHANGE AFTER RECESS BUT THE PLAYERS CAME WITH A DIFFERENT MIND TO OVERCOME THE DEFICIT.THIS IS WHAT WE NEED IN A COACH.I HAVE ALWAYS SAID THAT,IF WE GIVE EVEN HALF OF THE MONEY WE PAY TO THESES EXPATRIATE COACHES TO ONE OF OUR OWN,WE WILL PERFORM BETTER.THAT'S WHY I LIKED IT WHEN AT THE EARLY PART OF THE ARTICLE,YOU ASKED WHETHER IT'S THE ENEMY WITHIN.YES,GHANAIANS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN OUR OWN ENEMIES.WE DON'T TRUST WHAT WE HAVE.DID WE NOT CONQUER THE WORLD AT THE YOUTH STAGES WITH LOCAL COACHES.SELLAS TETTEH,COACH ARDAY ETC.WE HAVE TO CHANGE OUR WAY OF THINKING TO PROGRESS AS A NATION.JUST TO LET APPIAH KNOW WE ARE SOLIDLY BEHIND HIM.WE TRUST YOUR GOOD WORK.CONTINUE TO DELIVER.WE LOVE YOU,"MAYELE"
koo frank 11 years ago
Well done Frederich, and may God bless you in all wisdom
Well done Frederich, and may God bless you in all wisdom
tradition 11 years ago
you have said it all-----
you have said it all-----
ERICUS 11 years ago
WELL SAID MY BROTHER WELL SAID
WELL SAID MY BROTHER WELL SAID
Komivi 11 years ago
This is a masterful piece of very sensible writing. Fred, I share every bit of your sentiment. Gog bless you and bless AA and our dear country Ghana
This is a masterful piece of very sensible writing. Fred, I share every bit of your sentiment. Gog bless you and bless AA and our dear country Ghana
Cornell 11 years ago
While I wholeheartedly agree with your analysis and respect your views...I think the prudent thing to do is to hold any judgement and see how the coach performs his task. At the end of the day, if he is the right man for the ... read full comment
While I wholeheartedly agree with your analysis and respect your views...I think the prudent thing to do is to hold any judgement and see how the coach performs his task. At the end of the day, if he is the right man for the job I believe the fans will rally and support him. I for one have no objective except to say that the fans deserves a qualify coach for the team regardless of race or creed.
Frederich 11 years ago
Cornell I dont agree. It would be hypocritical to rally behind a coach only when he brings success. Lets give Appiah the same support we gave Plavi and lets see what he can do for Ghana.
Cornell I dont agree. It would be hypocritical to rally behind a coach only when he brings success. Lets give Appiah the same support we gave Plavi and lets see what he can do for Ghana.
KOLOOKO, JAPAN 11 years ago
GHANAIAN CULTURE IS FULL OF CRITICISM. WE ARE QUITE DISCIPLINE BUT CRITICIZED A LOT.THESE SICKNESS OF OURS NEEDS ORIENTATION
GHANAIAN CULTURE IS FULL OF CRITICISM. WE ARE QUITE DISCIPLINE BUT CRITICIZED A LOT.THESE SICKNESS OF OURS NEEDS ORIENTATION
KOLOOKO, JAPAN 11 years ago
GHANAIANS PREFER FOREIGH RICE TO GHANA ITSELF.WE HAVE INHERITED A BAD CULTURE AND WE NEED TO EXAMINE OUR SENSES
GHANAIANS PREFER FOREIGH RICE TO GHANA ITSELF.WE HAVE INHERITED A BAD CULTURE AND WE NEED TO EXAMINE OUR SENSES
JIMY SOMER 11 years ago
SOMEBODY TO TELL ME
SOMEBODY TO TELL ME
richard 11 years ago
Well said Fred, I love your piece, you are 100% right. I wish we meet face to face to talk about soccer. You are a soccer genius. I have said the same thing to my friends, so you've vindicated me. Bravo!
Well said Fred, I love your piece, you are 100% right. I wish we meet face to face to talk about soccer. You are a soccer genius. I have said the same thing to my friends, so you've vindicated me. Bravo!
Frederich 11 years ago
Richard, anytime. join me @fmaafo on twitter. God Bless.
Richard, anytime. join me @fmaafo on twitter. God Bless.
appiah papa 11 years ago
still sticking to my guns.half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
still sticking to my guns.half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
Nana Darkwa 11 years ago
I think Maafo has done a great submission and shown patriotism as a countryman by appealing that Ghanaian should rally behind our local coach to bring the AFCON trophy, but besides all the good stuff you come out with, at the ... read full comment
I think Maafo has done a great submission and shown patriotism as a countryman by appealing that Ghanaian should rally behind our local coach to bring the AFCON trophy, but besides all the good stuff you come out with, at the concluding part of the article you seem a bit bias in your submission with the Ayews and i feel the truth should always be the truth and not what it ought to be.
Dede not too long ago played a major tournament with a mjor shoulder injury what about that!
Frederich 11 years ago
Nana, I dont think Im bias. I am a big fan of Dede but I think no player should be bigger than the team. Turning up at a camp a day before selection with injuries is not idea and no coach will consider that. I have never doub ... read full comment
Nana, I dont think Im bias. I am a big fan of Dede but I think no player should be bigger than the team. Turning up at a camp a day before selection with injuries is not idea and no coach will consider that. I have never doubted his commitment to ghana. Inkoom sacrificed his career at Dipro to play for Ghana and has since been sidelined by his coach but he wasn't even called to camp. How about that?
Nana Darkwa 11 years ago
Maafo, Do you follow the play in question and what is his current form like, as you said the national team is for everybody not a cross section of Ghanaians or certain tribes, i am neither against or for anybody but would adv ... read full comment
Maafo, Do you follow the play in question and what is his current form like, as you said the national team is for everybody not a cross section of Ghanaians or certain tribes, i am neither against or for anybody but would advice that in our submission, we should learn not destructive but always be constructive and pro-active.
i wish the Black Stars the best of everything and pray that God will help us win the tournment, because man will always propose, but is God that fulfil it all.
Frederich 11 years ago
Thank you all for your kind words. Lets back Appiah to bring this Cup home. I cannot wait for the tournament to start. May God bless our Country Ghana. lets keep in touch @fmaafo on Twitter during the tournament. God Bless yo ... read full comment
Thank you all for your kind words. Lets back Appiah to bring this Cup home. I cannot wait for the tournament to start. May God bless our Country Ghana. lets keep in touch @fmaafo on Twitter during the tournament. God Bless you all.
BB 11 years ago
I agree with most of your comments, but you seem to be over-confident in this current team. And you are putting your neck on the line for success at this tournament. My advice is not to let our expectations run too high so th ... read full comment
I agree with most of your comments, but you seem to be over-confident in this current team. And you are putting your neck on the line for success at this tournament. My advice is not to let our expectations run too high so that any disappointment would not be too big a fall! But we'll give them all our support.
didier(de Abidjan) 11 years ago
Ghana will fail for Cup of Nation. You do have not good players. stop sleeping and dreaming!
Ghana will fail for Cup of Nation. You do have not good players. stop sleeping and dreaming!
Godfred eduam 11 years ago
blackstar will bring the cup as Akwasi Appiah is head of the term
blackstar will bring the cup as Akwasi Appiah is head of the term
Nyami tiasi 11 years ago
This is a sweet peace.We should nominate you as the next sports minister. Well you said it all. Ghana, all behind The Blackstars nd the great Coach AA. And lets have a well celebrated winning team bring the Cup Home after 31y ... read full comment
This is a sweet peace.We should nominate you as the next sports minister. Well you said it all. Ghana, all behind The Blackstars nd the great Coach AA. And lets have a well celebrated winning team bring the Cup Home after 31years. Enemies of our great team just shut up!
martin 11 years ago
hello akwasi appiah we all believe in you that u can do it nd God being on your side u will make it nd u will bring the cup back to GH.Yes you can
hello akwasi appiah we all believe in you that u can do it nd God being on your side u will make it nd u will bring the cup back to GH.Yes you can
Dexter Basil Cooper 11 years ago
Dear Mr Maafo,
Nice article. I am from the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia and currently reside in Bissau, Guinea Bissau. I am football coach and agree with your views. It is important for us to believe in our abilities. Fo ... read full comment
Dear Mr Maafo,
Nice article. I am from the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia and currently reside in Bissau, Guinea Bissau. I am football coach and agree with your views. It is important for us to believe in our abilities. For too long we have depended on others to solve our problems. In this 21st century, and after so many years of following the lead of others, it is time that we follow our own lead. And if we make a mistake, then we should be the ones to find the solutions. I wish you, Akwasi and Ghana all the best for this years tournament, as Ghana is always my favourite african tram. However, I will also be rooting for Cape Verde this tima around, as I belive they have achieved a great feat among all those african giants.
basmar_6@hotmail.com
Nana Darkwa 11 years ago
I hope Maafo is watching with an open eye and i would expect your views on this open game as well as the tactics of the Coach or let's say the Manager of the star! I rest my case Boss.
I hope Maafo is watching with an open eye and i would expect your views on this open game as well as the tactics of the Coach or let's say the Manager of the star! I rest my case Boss.
A brilliant piece. You said it all. I can rest assured that my fellow Ghanaians are very discerning. Man you have made my year. Thanks for such a beautiful response. Lets us rally behind our great country and see the cup comi ...
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Yes, brilliant indeed, and a good man is never honored in his own country. We need to start somewhere to land somewhere.
And all I want to tell coach MRAA is to be Brave! Even if he is not, should pretend to be because, n ...
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HE IS GETTING RESULTS UNLIKE THE PAST. HE IS STARTING TO FOCUS ON THE LITTLE THINGS, CONCENTRATE ON TACTICS AND GAME PLAN. GONE ARE THE DASY OF "PLAY FOR ME WAI"....LOL
AA IS USING MORE TACTICAL ARSENAL IN HIS METHODS. LETS ...
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WELL ARTICULATED ARGUMENTS, GOD BLESS YOU. A SPORT IS NORMALLY CALLED A DISCIPLINE WHY DO YOU THINK IT IS SO. THE ONLY WAY TO SUCCESS IN SPORTS I KNOW IS DISCIPLINE. SOCCER FANS LETS SUPPORT KWESI APPIAH
keep dreaming
Thank You. may God Bless Ghana!
half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
i have never seen an ayew flop in a match but teams they feature in could flop miserably. they aren't cut out as team players.
You can go to hell, Papa Appiah.
I am not the Appiah Papa who gave the comment but your sentiments are well noted
Frederich, I enjoyed your article. It is well-thought-out and level-headed and well done to you. I believe, just as you do that we all need to support the team now, beacause after all, the boys are playing for the nation and ...
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Had he got grounds for defense,he would have come out in gun blazing style,but as you are aware,he's cowering in a corner,with his tail between legs.On his mind are two things;why did I write the article,and why did I beat my ...
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Which of my articles are you talking about? I think we should support the Black Stars whoever is in charge. My opinion on the appointment of Kwesi Appiah has not changed. I never said he was a failure, that is unfair. I just ...
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PAPA APPIAH, WITH ALL THAT LOCAL COACH AKWASI APPIAH IS ACHIEVING, MAKING A REDISCOVERY OF THE FANTASTIC TRADITIONAL FAST-FREE-FLOWING-ALL-ATTACKING FOOTBALL OF THE GHANA BLACK STARS OF WHICH HE WAS A CAPTAIN, YOU STILL STRON ...
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OH Atiki, I,m not asking for a white coach. You get me wrong. You assume that once a person is against Appiahs appointment, then they must be asking for a white coach. You see, I am not hoping Black Stars fail, but please don ...
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apa I appreciate your concerns but I disagree fundamentally with your arguments:
1. You mention Milovan’s CV but I acknowledged his technical ability in my article that he was arguably the most technically gifted expatr ...
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Based on what deductions,sir?
I totally agree, he can go to hell and take his citizenship with him.
No one should doubt OUR COACH MR. KWESI APPIAH.Anyone who saw this genius play knows what he is capable of delivering.Paa Kwesi keep doing what you are do ...
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half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
if it is true dede ayew is not fit why did you people want him in the black stars's team? am so worried about your way of thinking.polo ,is talking about his time when he was forced to play for ghana even though he was hurt. ...
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I wonder when people talk like they are not Ghanaians.
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Appiah is showing signs that he can do it. All he needs is non-interferance from nyantakyi and his co-horts. We wish him all the bresdt
Awww!!! Powerful article. I got goose bombs all over me. It is high time we came together as one strong Nation to support our own esp when he is doing a good job. Undoubtedly, we love the Ayews (from sola, Kwame, King Abed ...
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Frederich Maafo I am in love with your brilliant thought. You are very level headed. S. Kufour is just a politician not a footballer or a retired footballer. God bless you.
kwesi appiah's intent to concentrate on team work and injecting fit and fresh players into the team.
that is why i was slightly dissappointed when he included john paintsil and afful instead of daniel opare and nii addy in ...
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Wilson, I disagree. He had a look at Inkoom, Daniel and Lee Addy but they all disappointed. They are not in good form currently. I think he has decided to go for Paintsil's experience rather than risk unfit right backs.
We won but the Black Stars have a serious defence and goalkeeping problems. In the two goals we conceded, our defnders were out of position and the attcakers were not marked. The goalie also made a mess clearing and saving se ...
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the goal katongo scored against ghana in zambia was preventable.
A yeoman's job.This article is apt and comes at an opportune time to set the records straight and field some loose balls.
One thing I hope you could have added was,win or lose the Afcon,the coach will still be our coach.A ...
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well written and analysed BRAVO!!!
Good and objective article. Keep it up
Good job Maafo, we will like to hear more from sensible person like you and patrotic citizen like you. God richly bless you
Kudos to you Maafo
Its all good, its all good with our "thumbs up" comments after these positive results from 2 friendlies, BUT let us hope you are all back with similar positive comments when the positive results are hard to come by during the ...
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God bless you Frederich Maafo.
In Ghana,anything that has a white skin is better than a Ghanaian to the extent that we worship Lebanese and Indians and call them "OBRONI'and we worship them like God. How long shall we conti ...
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Yes,and even had the guts to bet against his then capitano,Francesco Totti over a TV.Say what?Bet with a technical player who knew your weak points as you were a bench warmer.Still wondering if this guy,Kuffour can find his w ...
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Bravo brother for this most objective and analytical piece on the Black Stars, Kwesi Appiah's management style vis-a-vis the Ayew brothers, and level headed patriotism. May God bless you.
Brother May God Bless Ghana!
Fantastic article. Your analysis is spot on.
an objective, well researched, well coordinated and reasoned article. I wish i could write a prolific article like this. Keept it up
Thank you and May God bless Ghana
This is the kind of message that we should be sending to our fellow men. Thank you very much Fred. I don't know when we are going to realise that a player does not win a cup but rather a team. This individualistic attitude ha ...
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YOU SAID IT ALL.WE ARE OUR OWN ENEMIES.WE STILL LIVE INSLAVERY IN DISGUISE.ANYTHING WHITE SKIN IS BETTER THAN OUR OWN.KWASI APPIAH DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF AS A FINE DEFENDER AND CAPTAIN OF CLUB AND COUNTRY.HE EARNED THE NAME "M ...
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Well done Frederich, and may God bless you in all wisdom
you have said it all-----
WELL SAID MY BROTHER WELL SAID
This is a masterful piece of very sensible writing. Fred, I share every bit of your sentiment. Gog bless you and bless AA and our dear country Ghana
While I wholeheartedly agree with your analysis and respect your views...I think the prudent thing to do is to hold any judgement and see how the coach performs his task. At the end of the day, if he is the right man for the ...
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Cornell I dont agree. It would be hypocritical to rally behind a coach only when he brings success. Lets give Appiah the same support we gave Plavi and lets see what he can do for Ghana.
GHANAIAN CULTURE IS FULL OF CRITICISM. WE ARE QUITE DISCIPLINE BUT CRITICIZED A LOT.THESE SICKNESS OF OURS NEEDS ORIENTATION
GHANAIANS PREFER FOREIGH RICE TO GHANA ITSELF.WE HAVE INHERITED A BAD CULTURE AND WE NEED TO EXAMINE OUR SENSES
SOMEBODY TO TELL ME
Well said Fred, I love your piece, you are 100% right. I wish we meet face to face to talk about soccer. You are a soccer genius. I have said the same thing to my friends, so you've vindicated me. Bravo!
Richard, anytime. join me @fmaafo on twitter. God Bless.
still sticking to my guns.half fit Dede is better than some of our midfielders
I think Maafo has done a great submission and shown patriotism as a countryman by appealing that Ghanaian should rally behind our local coach to bring the AFCON trophy, but besides all the good stuff you come out with, at the ...
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Nana, I dont think Im bias. I am a big fan of Dede but I think no player should be bigger than the team. Turning up at a camp a day before selection with injuries is not idea and no coach will consider that. I have never doub ...
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Maafo, Do you follow the play in question and what is his current form like, as you said the national team is for everybody not a cross section of Ghanaians or certain tribes, i am neither against or for anybody but would adv ...
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Thank you all for your kind words. Lets back Appiah to bring this Cup home. I cannot wait for the tournament to start. May God bless our Country Ghana. lets keep in touch @fmaafo on Twitter during the tournament. God Bless yo ...
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I agree with most of your comments, but you seem to be over-confident in this current team. And you are putting your neck on the line for success at this tournament. My advice is not to let our expectations run too high so th ...
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Ghana will fail for Cup of Nation. You do have not good players. stop sleeping and dreaming!
blackstar will bring the cup as Akwasi Appiah is head of the term
This is a sweet peace.We should nominate you as the next sports minister. Well you said it all. Ghana, all behind The Blackstars nd the great Coach AA. And lets have a well celebrated winning team bring the Cup Home after 31y ...
read full comment
hello akwasi appiah we all believe in you that u can do it nd God being on your side u will make it nd u will bring the cup back to GH.Yes you can
Dear Mr Maafo,
Nice article. I am from the Caribbean Island of Saint Lucia and currently reside in Bissau, Guinea Bissau. I am football coach and agree with your views. It is important for us to believe in our abilities. Fo ...
read full comment
I hope Maafo is watching with an open eye and i would expect your views on this open game as well as the tactics of the Coach or let's say the Manager of the star! I rest my case Boss.