FIFA meets Ghana on Cairo fears today

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Esi-Nana 10 years ago

To make sure that all the very fine details of security, liabilities and obligations are dealt with.

They should also have FIFA put it in writing co-signed by a qualified Pastor on who should be responsible for the healing ...
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To make sure that all the very fine details of security, liabilities and obligations are dealt with.

They should also have FIFA put it in writing co-signed by a qualified Pastor on who should be responsible for the healing and resurrection of any Ghanaian player, official, or fan injured or killed.
HAAAAAABA!!! 10 years ago

Esi, that is the strongest part of the meeting because changing the venue is not gonna happen and actually security wise should be a major concerns to this particular game no matter what. For me, nothing convinces me to the p ...
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Esi, that is the strongest part of the meeting because changing the venue is not gonna happen and actually security wise should be a major concerns to this particular game no matter what. For me, nothing convinces me to the point of Ghana loosing to Egyptians by 5 - 0 even if their players are to gain 100,000,000 pounds each, why because money those not play this particular part of the game except bribe, the question is who's gonna receive that bribe. My sister, to be honest with you, head, strength, stamina and if luckily team's may tactics work that of course plays the game. The goals in this game is one or if more two goals to one for either side, so who wins?
HAAAAAABA!!! 10 years ago

team's tactics if may work that of course plays the game.

team's tactics if may work that of course plays the game.
ebenezer nii amu first-quao 10 years ago

...Africa's diplomatic and international community, where the the Black Stars will enjoy 101% security and a stadium awash with our red, gold and green?

...Africa's diplomatic and international community, where the the Black Stars will enjoy 101% security and a stadium awash with our red, gold and green?
WOFA WOHOO 10 years ago

For supporters to storm Cairo stadium at a discount price,no fear atall bcos nothing is going to happen to any ghanaian by GOD'S grace,let the GFA arrange for a charted flight at a discount price to Egypt for all Fans from Gh ...
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For supporters to storm Cairo stadium at a discount price,no fear atall bcos nothing is going to happen to any ghanaian by GOD'S grace,let the GFA arrange for a charted flight at a discount price to Egypt for all Fans from Ghana
Daavi 10 years ago

NO FEARS! GHANA, GOD DID NOT GIVE YOU THE SPIRIT OF FEAR. HAVE COURAGE GHANA AND ENTER WITH YOUR GREAT-GRAND FATHER'S ROD. THE ROD OF MOSES.

NO FEARS! GHANA, GOD DID NOT GIVE YOU THE SPIRIT OF FEAR. HAVE COURAGE GHANA AND ENTER WITH YOUR GREAT-GRAND FATHER'S ROD. THE ROD OF MOSES.
AMA 10 years ago

Believe your instincts.

Believe your instincts.
kofi boahen paris 10 years ago

FIFA is really a "CORRUPT" organisation and biased on no grounds would they have accept this venue for any european team.R-A-C-I-S-T & D-I-S-H-O-N-E-S-T PEOPLE. SHAME ONTO TO YOU.

FIFA is really a "CORRUPT" organisation and biased on no grounds would they have accept this venue for any european team.R-A-C-I-S-T & D-I-S-H-O-N-E-S-T PEOPLE. SHAME ONTO TO YOU.
GHFUO, be serious & change ur thinkin 10 years ago

IF THE GAME IS TO BE PLAYED IN EGYPT. PLAY IT IN A A CLOSED STADIUM OR MOVE IT TO A NEIGHBORING N. AFRICAN COUNTRY.

IF THE GAME IS TO BE PLAYED IN EGYPT. PLAY IT IN A A CLOSED STADIUM OR MOVE IT TO A NEIGHBORING N. AFRICAN COUNTRY.
Isaac obeng 10 years ago

we will surely beat them again.Ghana all the way

we will surely beat them again.Ghana all the way
Natural Mystic 10 years ago

What is racist about FIFA's decision that Ghana should play in Egypt? Some people are too quick to play the racist card and for all you care are the same people who use derogatory terms to describe their fellow Ghanaians. Any ...
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What is racist about FIFA's decision that Ghana should play in Egypt? Some people are too quick to play the racist card and for all you care are the same people who use derogatory terms to describe their fellow Ghanaians. Anyway, Orlando Pirates (South Africa) played in Cairo yesterday in the CAF Champions League Finals second leg and notning happended to them. Well, Pirates lost the match.
Dunaa, Chorkor 10 years ago

GFA, just ask FIFA one question;

WILL THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL GO AHEAD IF BRAZIL CAN GUARANTEE SECURITY FOR ONLY THE PLAYERS BUT NOT THE SPECTATORS? WILL FIFA SUPERVISE SUCH TOURNAMENT? IF FIFA WILL, WILL THEY SUPERVISE ST ...
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GFA, just ask FIFA one question;

WILL THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL GO AHEAD IF BRAZIL CAN GUARANTEE SECURITY FOR ONLY THE PLAYERS BUT NOT THE SPECTATORS? WILL FIFA SUPERVISE SUCH TOURNAMENT? IF FIFA WILL, WILL THEY SUPERVISE STAYING ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WITH THE PLAYERS OR STAY IN THE VIP STAND ?
Abiam Danso, Zambia 10 years ago

Ghana Black Stars will beat Egypt by 3 goals to nil. With all the preparation made by the black stars i know for sure victory will be ours. All the ghanaians in zambia are firmly behind you black stars. Disappointment is not ...
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Ghana Black Stars will beat Egypt by 3 goals to nil. With all the preparation made by the black stars i know for sure victory will be ours. All the ghanaians in zambia are firmly behind you black stars. Disappointment is not our portion. Akwasi Appiah yeadi nkunim awie. Onyame ne mo nko na omfa mo mmra asomdwee mu. Enye ho
MENSAH 10 years ago

AMEN.

AMEN.
STEPHEN 10 years ago

IF THE EGYPTIANS ARE TRULY GOING TO DISH OUT $1M TO EACH PLAYER, THEN THEY SHOULD SERIOUSLY CONSIDER INVITING VICTORIA HAMMAH TO PLAY FOR THEM.

IF THE EGYPTIANS ARE TRULY GOING TO DISH OUT $1M TO EACH PLAYER, THEN THEY SHOULD SERIOUSLY CONSIDER INVITING VICTORIA HAMMAH TO PLAY FOR THEM.
GEO 10 years ago

will she play as striker or goal keeper

will she play as striker or goal keeper
Anobil John 10 years ago

life is so important, therefore FIFA must consider and understand the Ghanaians.

life is so important, therefore FIFA must consider and understand the Ghanaians.
JH New York 10 years ago

Waste of resources,time ,and food-meeting !
Is Ghana Black Stars the only team playing in Egypt since then ?.
Why are the others not complaining.What are we afraid of !.

Waste of resources,time ,and food-meeting !
Is Ghana Black Stars the only team playing in Egypt since then ?.
Why are the others not complaining.What are we afraid of !.
Light to darkness 10 years ago

Orlando Pirates of South Africa yesterday was yet another African team that played there. And AGAIN no problem. Only difference is they didnt cry like GHANAIANS are right now.

Orlando Pirates of South Africa yesterday was yet another African team that played there. And AGAIN no problem. Only difference is they didnt cry like GHANAIANS are right now.
MENSAH 10 years ago

These Egyptians have struggled for a long time,entering the WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT.
They were humiliated by the GHANA BLACK STARS,who have made their chance to go,this time,not brisk.
Therefore,they want to employ any tactica ...
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These Egyptians have struggled for a long time,entering the WORLD CUP TOURNAMENT.
They were humiliated by the GHANA BLACK STARS,who have made their chance to go,this time,not brisk.
Therefore,they want to employ any tactical means to score Ghana.
But their COACH,MR.BRADLEY,might be packing and heading for home,because,GHANA HAS ALWAYS,BEEN HIS WOE.
NO STONE UNTURNED.
THE BLACK STARS ARE GOING TO OFFER A KNOCK-OUT BLOW,THIS TIME.
Nii Armah 10 years ago

Its really funny the way people are trying to compare a whole nations national team as against a club. The difference is that the national team embodies the emotions of the entire population so stray a bit and you would be fo ...
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Its really funny the way people are trying to compare a whole nations national team as against a club. The difference is that the national team embodies the emotions of the entire population so stray a bit and you would be found wanting as against a club side where the emotions this time round is a bit or somewhat minimal. So please FiFA should reconsider the whole idea its very dangerous if you ask me.
MENSAH 10 years ago

So the Pharoahs think,THE GHANA BLACK STARS,are coming to sleep on their stadium,for them to score us?
No Sir,we are coming to play you squarely,even more than,we did at KUMASI.
Fear was the huge factor,that was responsible ...
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So the Pharoahs think,THE GHANA BLACK STARS,are coming to sleep on their stadium,for them to score us?
No Sir,we are coming to play you squarely,even more than,we did at KUMASI.
Fear was the huge factor,that was responsible for the PHAROAH'S LOSS,said their coach,BRADLEY.
They want us to fear,so they can also take the advantage,to jump on us and score us,to win.
GHANA BLACK STARS SHOULD GATHER COURAGE,FAITH,CONFIDENCE AND DO AWAY WITH ANY FEAR,TO PLAY WITH ALL THE ABILITY THEY HAVE,TO CLING A WIN.
Egypt can never,block us,from looking at the BIGGER PICTURE OF WINNING ON THE BIGGER PLATFORM:
THE WORLD CUP 2014.
We will never settle for any mediocrity,BUT A WIN.
aponkye kokoo 10 years ago

Why FIFA REJECTED NEUTRAL GROUND 4 THIS GAME,LOOK WHAT HAPPENED IN IVORY COAST GAME BETWEEN ASANTE KOTOKO AND ARSECKHMMMM,

Why FIFA REJECTED NEUTRAL GROUND 4 THIS GAME,LOOK WHAT HAPPENED IN IVORY COAST GAME BETWEEN ASANTE KOTOKO AND ARSECKHMMMM,
Victor A. Young 10 years ago

Whatever the promises offered by the Egyptian FA, doesn't bother us. The pitch will decide on Nov. 19, who goes to Brazil in 2014. All Ghana is asking for is the total safety of our entire contingent---we cannot afford to she ...
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Whatever the promises offered by the Egyptian FA, doesn't bother us. The pitch will decide on Nov. 19, who goes to Brazil in 2014. All Ghana is asking for is the total safety of our entire contingent---we cannot afford to shed one drop of blood. We're not afraid to play Egypt; we're only asking for the match to be played in a safer place than in Egypt. Period!
jahlove 10 years ago

No fears for Ghana, as long as Sepp Blatter personally oversees Egypt Ghana encounter on 19 th November 2013, at the military stadium in Cairo.

VENI, VEDI, VICCI.

No fears for Ghana, as long as Sepp Blatter personally oversees Egypt Ghana encounter on 19 th November 2013, at the military stadium in Cairo.

VENI, VEDI, VICCI.
DIAMOND 10 years ago

FROM BBC.COM:

Ahly defeat Pirates to retain Champions League crown

Egypt's Al Ahly won an eighth African Champions League trophy when they beat Orlando Pirates of South Africa 2-0 in the second leg of the final in Cairo ...
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FROM BBC.COM:

Ahly defeat Pirates to retain Champions League crown

Egypt's Al Ahly won an eighth African Champions League trophy when they beat Orlando Pirates of South Africa 2-0 in the second leg of the final in Cairo on Sunday.

Ahly, who clinched the trophy last year for a seventh time, won 3-1 on aggregate.

There were reports of some clashes between hundreds of Ahly supporters and Egypt police before kick-off, with security for the match also under the spotlight.

Once the skirmishes were resolved it was the legendary Mohamed Aboutrika who opened the scoring in the 54th minute when he stabbed home from just outside the six-yard box.

Ahmed Abdul Zaher doubled the Ahly lead in the 78th minute when unmarked inside the box he shot past the Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa.

The Egyptian champions were reduced to 10 men six minutes from time when defender Sherif Abdel Fadil was sent off for a foul on Daine Klate.

Pirates, champions in 1995, put up a spirited fight but Ahly's second goal seemed to end their hopes inside a packed Arab Contractors Stadium in Cairo.

The South African champions created several chances, but could not take them.

The best chance of the first half fell to The Buccaneers in the 35th minute when somehow Tlou Segolela failed to convert from inside the six-yard box, after a superb pull back by Klate from the right, with the Ahly goalkeeper well beaten.

Pirates failed again in front of goal in the 63rd minute when Lennox Bacela dribbled past goalkeeper Sherif Ekramy, but his final ball flashed across the face of goal after the Ahly shot stopper forced him wide.

The Red Devils' of Cairo pick up a prize of 1.5 million dollars as champions.

They will also represent Africa at the FIFA Club World Cup in Morocco next month.

Hundreds of Ahly supporters clashed with police before kick-off. It is the first major match in Egypt where fans have been let in since 74 people, mainly Al Ahly fans, were killed in a riot at a game last year.'

Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd as they threw rocks and tried to push their way into the stadium, many with no tickets.

Following the scuffles outside the stadium, police put up metal bars to organise fans' access to the stands.

Security concerns have been raised ahead of the World Cup playoff between Egypt and Ghana in Cairo in just over a week's time.
Agamagbalen 10 years ago

Please writer, re-do your maths. In the event that Egypt scores Ghana 5:0, Ghana will be eliminated based on away goal rule. In this case their one goal away in Ghana will be counted double sending the score line to 7:6 advan ...
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Please writer, re-do your maths. In the event that Egypt scores Ghana 5:0, Ghana will be eliminated based on away goal rule. In this case their one goal away in Ghana will be counted double sending the score line to 7:6 advantage Egypt.
Alico 10 years ago

This Arabs can be anything,FIFA shoud give us much assurance.

This Arabs can be anything,FIFA shoud give us much assurance.
Agyekum 10 years ago

hmmmm,

hmmmm,
HAWA YAKUBU 10 years ago

Ghana will beat these guys to proof a point that what the stars dished to them was not a flute. Ghana will score the first on this second leg. I don,t count Gyan out for the first goal.

Ghana will beat these guys to proof a point that what the stars dished to them was not a flute. Ghana will score the first on this second leg. I don,t count Gyan out for the first goal.
HAWA YAKUBU 10 years ago

Kumasi was not a fluke

Kumasi was not a fluke
Say the Truth 10 years ago

IT LOOKS AS IF FIFA IS BEEN NEGLIGENT IN TAKING A VERY FIRM DECISION IN A VERY RISKY SITUATION FOR GHANAIANS - FOR THE BLACK STARS AND GHANAIAN SUPPORTERS THAT WOULD ATTEND THE MATCH????

THERE IS A RED FLAG CLEARLY SHOWING ...
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IT LOOKS AS IF FIFA IS BEEN NEGLIGENT IN TAKING A VERY FIRM DECISION IN A VERY RISKY SITUATION FOR GHANAIANS - FOR THE BLACK STARS AND GHANAIAN SUPPORTERS THAT WOULD ATTEND THE MATCH????

THERE IS A RED FLAG CLEARLY SHOWING AND WARNING FIFA TO CHANGE THE VENUE FROM EGYPT BUT BUT BUT TAKING THE VERY HIGH RISK WHICH CANNOT BE REPLACED IF THINGS GET OUT OF HAND AND LIVES ARE LOST!!!!!

IT IS ABOUT TIME GHANA COMES OUT FIRMLY & BODLY & TELL FIFA EITHER THEY REMOVE THE RETURN MATCH FROM EGYPT OR GHANA WILL NOT PLAY IN EGYPT FOR FEAR OF OUR SAFETY!!!!!

YESTERDAY'S DISTURBANCE IS A VERY STRONG POINT AND BASIS FOR THIS STAND!!!

MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD SYMATHIZERS & OTHER FACTIONS AGAINST THE CURRENT MILITARY TAKE-OVER CAN SABOTAGE AND CREATE DISTURBANCE AND RIOTS THAT WOULD BE TOO LATE FOR ANY REGRETS!!!!!!

FIFA MUST BE AWARE OF THAT!!!!! AND GHANA SHOULD STAND FIRM FOR A CHANGE OF BOYCOTT THE MATCH FOR SECURITY REASONS!!!!!!!
BRO DAN- TRC 10 years ago

BLESSED PEOPLE OF AFRICA, DIGNIFIED PEOPLE OF THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD, INNOCENT PEOPLE OF GHANA, TO THE GLORIOUS GATHERING, BRAZIL 2014, WE GO AND TO THE JOY OF ALL MANKIND AS WE ADDRESS ALL ISSUES CONCERNED. IN LIKE MANNER; ...
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BLESSED PEOPLE OF AFRICA, DIGNIFIED PEOPLE OF THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD, INNOCENT PEOPLE OF GHANA, TO THE GLORIOUS GATHERING, BRAZIL 2014, WE GO AND TO THE JOY OF ALL MANKIND AS WE ADDRESS ALL ISSUES CONCERNED. IN LIKE MANNER; HUMANITY AND THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD, GOD'S URGENT CALL ON BEHALF OF -INNOCENT FELLOW HUMANS- IS IN THE "PHILIPPINES" AND WE CANNOT TARRY ON THIS EMERGENCY! BLESSED PEOPLE OF THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD, TO -THE PHILIPPINES- THERE MUST WE BE TO "RESCURE THE PERISHING". SELAH. HUMANITY, AS WE DID IN INDONISIA, FUKUSHIMA, NEW ORLEANS, HAITI, AND MANY OTHER PLACES, TO -THE PHILIPPINES, WE GO! PULSE. A TO THINK."IT IS FINISHED" THEREFORE, "OCCUPY TILL I COME". SELAH.
TOGETHER, WE CAN! WITH GOD, WE CAN!! GOD BLESS AFRICA TO "BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE" AND KNOW THAT THERE IS NO -PROBLEM, ISSUE, CONCERNS, AND CHALLENGE WHICH IS BIGGER THAN THE GOD, WHO CREATED AND DWEELS IN MAN. GOD BLESS THE MIGHTY PHARAOHS OF EGYPT AND THE BLACK STARS OF GHANA, TO "BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE" KNOWING THAT -"THERE IS NO FEAR IN LOVE" THAT -THE JOY OF THE DAY- BRINGS GHANA, EGYPT AND AFRICA TOGETHER AS ONE AS DESIRED BY GOD AND HUMANITY. GOD BLESS THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD, TO "BE STRONG AND OF GOOD COURAGE" AND GO TO THE AIDE OF THE DIGNIFIED AND INNOCENT PEOPLE OF THE -PHILIPPINES. AND, GOD BLESS OUR HOMELAND GHANA.
NOTE
MUCH THANKS TO THE GHANAWEB FOR THE SPACE. AND TO MIGHTY GOD RADIO FOR THE LORD'S SONGS.
Raymond Adu-Poku 10 years ago

Hope they comes out with a good decision.

Hope they comes out with a good decision.
Korshie 10 years ago

With God all things are Possible.No yawa playing in Egypt.

With God all things are Possible.No yawa playing in Egypt.
williammajesty 10 years ago

Infact fifi is faer

Infact fifi is faer
Philip samwini 10 years ago

This Mach would boost ghana and Egyht relations if we can conduct it with out any violence

This Mach would boost ghana and Egyht relations if we can conduct it with out any violence

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