KP Boateng: It’ll be tough to beat Portugal

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GHFUO, MALLAM MAHAMA BB! 9 years ago

WAT DO U MEAN IT WILL BE TOUGH? IF U DONT WANNA PLAY, U KNOW WAT TO DO. WE WANT PLAYERS WHO BELIEVE THEY CAN BEAT EVERY TEAM IN THE GROUP N TOP THE GROUP.

WAT DO U MEAN IT WILL BE TOUGH? IF U DONT WANNA PLAY, U KNOW WAT TO DO. WE WANT PLAYERS WHO BELIEVE THEY CAN BEAT EVERY TEAM IN THE GROUP N TOP THE GROUP.
Lala 9 years ago

KB already set himself up for failure, pitiful!

KB already set himself up for failure, pitiful!
?2U 9 years ago

if there can be fairly judgement then we can beat them.

if there can be fairly judgement then we can beat them.
NEMESIS RADAR, UK!! 9 years ago

Ghana can beat any group including Portugal with the usual 'GHANA JUJU'...hmmmm maybe NOT.

Ghana can beat any group including Portugal with the usual 'GHANA JUJU'...hmmmm maybe NOT.
OGOGLO QUARTER ! 9 years ago

CR7 IS JUST ONE-MAN'S HARD NUT TO CRACK..WE ONLY SEE AND TALK OF CR7 LEAVING OUT THE BENFICA AND SOME PORTO NUTS ..
I CAN TRUST THE DEFENSE WE HAVE .IT'S GO TO BE PENALTIES AND RED CARDS COS OF UNDISCIPLINED NATURE OF THE ...
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CR7 IS JUST ONE-MAN'S HARD NUT TO CRACK..WE ONLY SEE AND TALK OF CR7 LEAVING OUT THE BENFICA AND SOME PORTO NUTS ..
I CAN TRUST THE DEFENSE WE HAVE .IT'S GO TO BE PENALTIES AND RED CARDS COS OF UNDISCIPLINED NATURE OF THEIR TACKLES..
CAN'T WAIT TO SEE SPEECHLESS AND CLUELESS AA STANDING MOTIONLESS ON TOUCH LINE ASKING HIMSELF A QUESTION HE CAN'T ANSWER...
I CAN ONLY WISH ,SUPPORT AND PRAY FOR GHANA FOR THEIR 3RD WORLD-WAR...
CHAKA ZULU JUSTICE 9 years ago

Penalties and red cards may stultify us out of the game unless we exercise brutal patience - in and outside the box. But do these undisciplined players understand our position in the game ? They ought to have gone to Las Vega ...
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Penalties and red cards may stultify us out of the game unless we exercise brutal patience - in and outside the box. But do these undisciplined players understand our position in the game ? They ought to have gone to Las Vegas to learn the ropes - I mean sit by the tables and lose a couple of rounds at the roll of some crazy slot already decided up the dais. I will not be surprised if a referee breaks our claws with yellow or red cards at the very inception of the game to demoralize and pave way for a plausible paying client. Football is a game of the titans - referees are chosen not selected, far from generally believed. May Ghana survive all that in the name of the Unseen Pity !
Nana junior(nungua odikroman) 9 years ago

I like what KP said he is not been complacent.

I like what KP said he is not been complacent.
JH New York 9 years ago

Yes. That is very bad.And exposed the weakness of his team.

Yes. That is very bad.And exposed the weakness of his team.
Nyansasem 9 years ago

Just by acknowledging the challenges ahead does not mean you are setting yourself up for failure. It is only the fool who does not acknowledge challenges ahead of him and we have TWO groups of people; AFRICANS and CHARISMATIC ...
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Just by acknowledging the challenges ahead does not mean you are setting yourself up for failure. It is only the fool who does not acknowledge challenges ahead of him and we have TWO groups of people; AFRICANS and CHARISMATIC/PENTECOSTAL CHRISTIANS. To these people, everything is "Fama Nyame or pray and claim it."

US team are saying the same thing about even Ghanaian team and anytime I come here, all that I hear is "we will surprise them," "we will win" and blah, blah, blah.

It is always good to accept or acknowledge your adversary and plan ahead of the time. Did you read his advice for the coach?

I have been saying that Muntari should never be replaced or come in from the bench. Muntari and Essien are the best we have in the midfield but they hardly play together and that should be changed.

Our defense is weak and therefore with someone like Ronaldo attacking, we need Muntari and Essien to fall back and assist the 'weak' defense. And that is what he is saying.

Then KP Boateng and Asamoah Gyan could be used up front to attackers. That is what he is saying.
FOPOKU-UK 9 years ago

What a good thinking?

What a good thinking?
Nyansasem 9 years ago

There is something called SWOT analysis that successful business men or leaders use to achieve their goals.

S- maximizing the STRENGTH you have and capitalizing on it to help you.

W- acknowledging your WEAKNESS and find ...
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There is something called SWOT analysis that successful business men or leaders use to achieve their goals.

S- maximizing the STRENGTH you have and capitalizing on it to help you.

W- acknowledging your WEAKNESS and finding ways to work on that

O- finding OPPORTUNITIES or alternatives that could be used to assist you.

T- knowing that there are THREATS everywhere environmentally. Or, there are 'enemies' or adversaries in every good thing your try to do.

Our strength lies in those two players- Essien & Muntari in the midfield and Asamoah Gyan, KPB and Warris up front.

Our WEAKNESS is the defense that was why he is talking about defensive midfielders; those who could up and down or falling back always to help.

Since we have these good players and we want to move pass the first stage, we need to use this OPPORTUNITY to bring all the best we have against the team in our group.

And lastly, the THREATS against our success in Brazil are many, including Ronaldo. We need to think about that and find ways to stop him.

KPB has been manned by successful coaches and he is aware of that and that is how he is talking about that.
edmond 9 years ago

word !

word !
CHAKA ZULU JUSTICE 9 years ago

That should be the case instead of drawing them from the bench when all is lost and gone. Mutari, Essiem, KP Boateng and Asamoah Gyan must play together to thrust fire unto the opponents. Any plan else is a recipe for defeat ...
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That should be the case instead of drawing them from the bench when all is lost and gone. Mutari, Essiem, KP Boateng and Asamoah Gyan must play together to thrust fire unto the opponents. Any plan else is a recipe for defeat.
CONCERNED GHANAIAN 9 years ago

FACING FACTS DOES NOT MEAN YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT. IT ONLY CONFIRMS THE SAYING "A WORD TO THE WISE ......."

I hope at the end of the day, we all remember Kevin-Prince Boateng's warning, and discuss what precautions were taken ...
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FACING FACTS DOES NOT MEAN YOU ACCEPT DEFEAT. IT ONLY CONFIRMS THE SAYING "A WORD TO THE WISE ......."

I hope at the end of the day, we all remember Kevin-Prince Boateng's warning, and discuss what precautions were taken to GET THROUGH SUCCESSFULLY!
STEPHEN OSEI,NORWAY 9 years ago

NOT ONLY RONALDO BUT PEPE AND LAM TOO, BECAUSE THEY ARE THE ONE WILL STOP YOU GUYS TO SCORE . SO WE NEED FULL ENEGY OPP AND DOWN TO HELP OUR DEFENDERS ALSO SPEED WITH BALL AND PLAN,GOOD LUCK

NOT ONLY RONALDO BUT PEPE AND LAM TOO, BECAUSE THEY ARE THE ONE WILL STOP YOU GUYS TO SCORE . SO WE NEED FULL ENEGY OPP AND DOWN TO HELP OUR DEFENDERS ALSO SPEED WITH BALL AND PLAN,GOOD LUCK
ffonky 9 years ago

means we need to work harder.
We need to do our own things and prepare to beat USA and at least draw to Germany.
Thomas Müller in the German team should be look closer i think.

means we need to work harder.
We need to do our own things and prepare to beat USA and at least draw to Germany.
Thomas Müller in the German team should be look closer i think.
Soweto- London 9 years ago

Portugal needed a play off to qualify for Brazil; spare us this attitude Kevin. If they are destined to win the world cup, then they will scrape through as they did in the play off. If they were that good as u said, they woul ...
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Portugal needed a play off to qualify for Brazil; spare us this attitude Kevin. If they are destined to win the world cup, then they will scrape through as they did in the play off. If they were that good as u said, they would've won their group easily just as Spain and Germany did. Pls concentrate on your camping and take every game as it come with 200% of your efforts and if we are also destined to beat them, we will do so. God bless U,God bless Me, God bless us all and God bless our homeland Ghana.
Kofi UK 9 years ago

I totally agree with you. Club soccer is different grom National team. We should not forget that clubs buy the best players and put them together. The best players feed Ronaldo to score. Portugal has won nothing for all the y ...
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I totally agree with you. Club soccer is different grom National team. We should not forget that clubs buy the best players and put them together. The best players feed Ronaldo to score. Portugal has won nothing for all the years they had Ronaldo. Ghana should aim at scoring more goals than making unhelpful analysis
GHFUO, MALLAM MAHAMA BB! 9 years ago

I DONT TRUST KID...

I DONT TRUST KID...
salinsa 9 years ago

worthy points raised. i have contended that kwesi does not go into the world cup with a partnership between warris & djan. it is either djan or warris so that kpb gets the opportunity to be in a hole between essin and the hea ...
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worthy points raised. i have contended that kwesi does not go into the world cup with a partnership between warris & djan. it is either djan or warris so that kpb gets the opportunity to be in a hole between essin and the head striker.
however, i pray that muntari is not used as one of the defensive midfielders. he should go compete for a place on the left side of the midfield. the defensive midfield work should be trusted to rabiu or afriyie. muntari in defensive midfield role will be a disaster with frequent high long passes,reckless tackles, slow movements, temparamental etc.
WISEMAN 9 years ago

ghana do not have a team to beat portugal or germany that is fact period,only God can save us from first stage

ghana do not have a team to beat portugal or germany that is fact period,only God can save us from first stage
CONCERNED GHANAIAN 9 years ago

A coach, A.H.R. Joseph in 1949,once said "THERE IS A SLIP IN ATHLETICS", meaning the unexpected can happen in sports.
So I never doubt Ghana can slip out of the Group successfully, however we must call a spade, a spade; and ...
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A coach, A.H.R. Joseph in 1949,once said "THERE IS A SLIP IN ATHLETICS", meaning the unexpected can happen in sports.
So I never doubt Ghana can slip out of the Group successfully, however we must call a spade, a spade; and take the utmost precaution to put it to the best use when you have it!
The Black Stars hardly score more than two goals in such tournaments, and here we are facing teams that are not content with single goals; so we need to take heed and change our attitude too. GHANA IS GOING TO MAKE HISTORY ONCE MORE, I wish I could foretell what form it it will be!
NIPA 9 years ago

We cannot rely soley on Gyan or Waris, are you kidding me. We need both of them to play together. People think Accam is not ready but that kid is fearless, all he needs is a game or two to prove a point.

We cannot rely soley on Gyan or Waris, are you kidding me. We need both of them to play together. People think Accam is not ready but that kid is fearless, all he needs is a game or two to prove a point.
JH New York 9 years ago

Can you please bring your useful suggestions to the attention of Coach Appiah !

Can you please bring your useful suggestions to the attention of Coach Appiah !
CONCERNED GHANAIAN 9 years ago

I can already see this formation in my mind's eye, and the surprise this is going to present to to the world, but how long could the Black Stars be allowed to dominate with this "Ghana Trade Mark"?
African teams are going to ...
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I can already see this formation in my mind's eye, and the surprise this is going to present to to the world, but how long could the Black Stars be allowed to dominate with this "Ghana Trade Mark"?
African teams are going to make history in Brazil, but which Country?
K-Manu 9 years ago

KP should master courage and stop throwing his hands in despair. Even long before the actual show down he had already tipped Brazil and Spain in the grand finale. Where is your confidence level to play in the team KP?

KP should master courage and stop throwing his hands in despair. Even long before the actual show down he had already tipped Brazil and Spain in the grand finale. Where is your confidence level to play in the team KP?
Africanus 9 years ago

The guy only expressed his views, of which he is totally entitled to. And on paper I think he is right. That howver, will not determine the outcome of what actually happen on the field. In football anything can happen.

The guy only expressed his views, of which he is totally entitled to. And on paper I think he is right. That howver, will not determine the outcome of what actually happen on the field. In football anything can happen.
PHOBIA-PHOBIA--Leeds 9 years ago

Thank u Africanus for giving this guy the appropriate answer.Some Ghanaians just hate KPB,may be for personal reasons.They should remember he is one of the stars in Brazil and he is indispensable.

Thank u Africanus for giving this guy the appropriate answer.Some Ghanaians just hate KPB,may be for personal reasons.They should remember he is one of the stars in Brazil and he is indispensable.
mawuli 9 years ago

So he is basically saying the following:
1. Ghana can't beat Portugal.
2. Spain is on top
3. Germany has a great team
4. Brazil is on top

5. He has predicted a Spain vs Brazil final.

Why the hell is he on the GH tea ...
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So he is basically saying the following:
1. Ghana can't beat Portugal.
2. Spain is on top
3. Germany has a great team
4. Brazil is on top

5. He has predicted a Spain vs Brazil final.

Why the hell is he on the GH team?
Joeitaliano 9 years ago

Why are we like that , always rejecting someone's opinion , he is saying the truth , technically our team is not up to Germany or Portugal . taking into consideration these two nations has better football and good clubs are l ...
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Why are we like that , always rejecting someone's opinion , he is saying the truth , technically our team is not up to Germany or Portugal . taking into consideration these two nations has better football and good clubs are league does not even match to 80% of theirs and that is fact , how many of our players are playing in big clubs ? We all want better for GH but should'nt ignore the fact that our football is poor .Accept our status and work hard and victory will come .
osu clottey 9 years ago

World football experts say,Ghana does not have a winner coach

World football experts say,Ghana does not have a winner coach
Kwesi 9 years ago

Shut the fuck up. Confidence and determination are the key works. If the players themselves are not sure why do we waste our fucking money on the world cup project.
KWASIA TO !!!!!!

Shut the fuck up. Confidence and determination are the key works. If the players themselves are not sure why do we waste our fucking money on the world cup project.
KWASIA TO !!!!!!
Africanus 9 years ago

You could have said the same thing you said without the insult.

You could have said the same thing you said without the insult.
GHFUO, MALLAM MAHAMA BB! 9 years ago

THE PLAYERSCAN BE DETERMINED N CONFIDENT. HOWEVER, IF YOU FAIL TO PUT THE RIGHT PLAYERS IN THE RIGHT POSITIONS. N GIVE THEM SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS, DRAFT A AN EFFECTIVE GAME PLAN. THEN FORGET IT. IT WILL ALL BE IN VAIN. KWESI, ...
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THE PLAYERSCAN BE DETERMINED N CONFIDENT. HOWEVER, IF YOU FAIL TO PUT THE RIGHT PLAYERS IN THE RIGHT POSITIONS. N GIVE THEM SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS, DRAFT A AN EFFECTIVE GAME PLAN. THEN FORGET IT. IT WILL ALL BE IN VAIN. KWESI, BE ON UR GUARD N LOOK OUT FOR MY COMMENTS ON GHWEB.
JH New York 9 years ago

If that is the case,what are we going to do at the world cup games ! I think self confidence, determination,adequate preparation,positive psychological mind,etc are motivational factors in football and any other games.
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If that is the case,what are we going to do at the world cup games ! I think self confidence, determination,adequate preparation,positive psychological mind,etc are motivational factors in football and any other games.
Again, football/soccer is played by one person ; that one person can make a difference,though.But the strategy is that,you don't give that play-maker or danger man the room to operate.Yeah, you put about 3 or more good dribbler, attacker or someone whom can run very well on him as he gets the ball.Not individually,but at the same moment so as not to get the chance to display.
Anyway.
Africanus 9 years ago

There are 32 countries. You think all of them are going to win? No. If so why are they all going to Brizal? Ghana is going to Brazil for the same reason why all 32 countries are going. You can dream as big as you like but the ...
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There are 32 countries. You think all of them are going to win? No. If so why are they all going to Brizal? Ghana is going to Brazil for the same reason why all 32 countries are going. You can dream as big as you like but the fact is that Ghana is a low ranked team that few (not Kevin alone) expect us to win. Kevin hasn't said anything that millions don't already know, or can positively predict.
JH New York 9 years ago

Yes,but are most of these world class players not the same persons/people Ghanaian prof footballers ply their trades with outside the Country ?.If yes. What is KB talking about !
Anyway.

Yes,but are most of these world class players not the same persons/people Ghanaian prof footballers ply their trades with outside the Country ?.If yes. What is KB talking about !
Anyway.
Nyansasem 9 years ago

Positive thinking is useless if reality or challenges are ignored. I don't care how much someone would pray for years and think positively if he refuses to acknowledge the challenges ahead of him.

We have been brought up w ...
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Positive thinking is useless if reality or challenges are ignored. I don't care how much someone would pray for years and think positively if he refuses to acknowledge the challenges ahead of him.

We have been brought up with "fama Nyame and all things will possible" or " keep on praying and think positive and things will be OK." No wonder Africa finds itself in a cesspool. You can have all the self confidence and determaination in this world, if you failed to lose the sight of your challenges or enemy, you will fail in this world.

Read what I wrote earlier:

There is something called SWOT analysis that successful business men or leaders use to achieve their goals.

S- maximizing the STRENGTH you have and capitalizing on it to help you.

W- acknowledging your WEAKNESS and finding ways to work on that

O- finding OPPORTUNITIES or alternatives that could be used to assist you.

T- knowing that there are THREATS everywhere environmentally. Or, there are 'enemies' or adversaries in every good thing your try to do.

Our strength lies in those two players- Essien & Muntari in the midfield and Asamoah Gyan, KPB and Warris up front.

Our WEAKNESS is the defense that was why he is talking about defensive midfielders; those who could up and down or falling back always to help.

Since we have these good players and we want to move pass the first stage, we need to use this OPPORTUNITY to bring all the best we have against the team in our group.

And lastly, the THREATS against our success in Brazil are many, including Ronaldo. We need to think about that and find ways to stop him.

KPB has been manned by successful coaches and he is aware of that and that is how he is talking about that.
JH New York 9 years ago

No,no.you get me wrong ! I assembled some of the challenges including Adequate Preparation( training) and positive psychological mind. (to look at the good Side of things ).That is what I meant by Positive.
And not prayers t ...
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No,no.you get me wrong ! I assembled some of the challenges including Adequate Preparation( training) and positive psychological mind. (to look at the good Side of things ).That is what I meant by Positive.
And not prayers to God.
To be honest with you,I always laughed it off
when people said with God on our side, we should be victorious.Look, as you rightly said,32 Countries are to Compete.So,if we agree that the Almighty God does not discriminate and all 32 Nations expect the Creator to help them to win their Matches,one would arrive at the Conclusion that Football is
is played on the field according to the quality of players and preparation( training ).
So,positive mind does not necessarily translate into prayers.Don't get me wrong,please !.thks.
JH New York 9 years ago

Correction :
Again ,football is not played by one person, that one person can make a difference,though

Correction :
Again ,football is not played by one person, that one person can make a difference,though
CONCERNED GHANAIAN 9 years ago

NO BLACK STAR PLAYER IS GOING TO THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL, WITH INFERIOR CONFIDENCE. THE PACE HAD BEEN SET ALREADY FOR THEM, THEY ARE DETERMINED TO IMPROVE ON THE PREVIOUS PERFORMANCE(S).
We need to take factual warnings seri ...
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NO BLACK STAR PLAYER IS GOING TO THE WORLD CUP IN BRAZIL, WITH INFERIOR CONFIDENCE. THE PACE HAD BEEN SET ALREADY FOR THEM, THEY ARE DETERMINED TO IMPROVE ON THE PREVIOUS PERFORMANCE(S).
We need to take factual warnings seriouly, and take precaution.
Ghanaian 9 years ago

mental strength is a must for all our players no matter what level of play. inner and outer strength used wisely can win any challenge

mental strength is a must for all our players no matter what level of play. inner and outer strength used wisely can win any challenge
Ghanaian 9 years ago

play agoro soccer, with multi-system, it worked before, and the world have no idea, Ghana have what it takes to win, tsweeeeaaaaa

play agoro soccer, with multi-system, it worked before, and the world have no idea, Ghana have what it takes to win, tsweeeeaaaaa
Rabon Zee 9 years ago

First the Prince Kevin visited Essien and Muntari. Then the Prince and Essien requested to be excused from training apparently to work on fitness and the other for family matters. " He who has the hands on the plow cannot lo ...
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First the Prince Kevin visited Essien and Muntari. Then the Prince and Essien requested to be excused from training apparently to work on fitness and the other for family matters. " He who has the hands on the plow cannot look back"

Then the Prince told the European press that "Silent Killer" Appiah is a young coach and gets help from senior members of the team. The Prince also thinks that it will be tough to beat Portugal and far fetched to win the trophy.

This is something .The Prince has to comport himself within the law and order of Commander " Silent Killer" Appiah. There is a player Boakye Yiadom who scores goals in Spain and he is not afraid of Portugal. There is also "rapid-fire" Essifua who is fearless and willing to die for the country. Then of course there is the future maestro Frank Acheampong who is fearless and plays to last whistle of the referee. He is not afraid of Portugal . Did Commander Appiah say he chose the players based on their CONFIDENCE?

Let all the players concentrate positively on winning and stop muttering defeatist words.

If the Commander wants to include agoro soccer in his arsenal, there are players who will play it to perfection. They are Jordan, Ayew Dede, Atsu, Adomah, Kwadwo Asamoah, and Frank Acheampong. The choice is the coach's. We must carry the entire arsenal and canons to Brazil.

Any player who will not obey the Commander nor want to win or afraid of winning should leave the team immediately.This is action time. About 20 days to go. From now on, time will fly.

FORWARD EVER BACKWARDS NEVER.
sss 9 years ago

I have no problems with Kevin but for once I have to ask 'is this a pubicity stunt to get your name out there?" Why all this talking every minute? Come on guy - shut up! - we played Croatia when they were #3 in the world in 2 ...
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I have no problems with Kevin but for once I have to ask 'is this a pubicity stunt to get your name out there?" Why all this talking every minute? Come on guy - shut up! - we played Croatia when they were #3 in the world in 2006 and gave them a good whopping!!! Let's hope Ronaldo and his crew are taught the same lesson!!!. They were pretty subpar to our Ivorian brothers the last time I checked in 2010 WC. In fact CIV out played them in every department of the game!!!
NIPA 9 years ago

I do not take some of these utterances serious but just worried about the negative impact of such statements on our young talent who have not tasted soccer at the highest level. These senior players must be carefulu of what t ...
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I do not take some of these utterances serious but just worried about the negative impact of such statements on our young talent who have not tasted soccer at the highest level. These senior players must be carefulu of what they say and must show optimism. I know PKB is playing the mind game but he should consider his colleagues when speaking. Yes, we can beat Portugal but it will be a tough game.
Africanus 9 years ago

Kevin did not go to reporters to request to be interviewed. The press went to him. Should he have told them to go to hell?

Kevin did not go to reporters to request to be interviewed. The press went to him. Should he have told them to go to hell?
sss 9 years ago

Yes why not or better yet tell he sh be telling the press it will be a clash of the Titian. Why, did Ghana get to the WC on a silver platter?. We made the quarter finals the last time. Can you tell me where Portugal were? And ...
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Yes why not or better yet tell he sh be telling the press it will be a clash of the Titian. Why, did Ghana get to the WC on a silver platter?. We made the quarter finals the last time. Can you tell me where Portugal were? And Ronaldo was with them then!!!

So why sh we just be thinking they are going to beat us? The previous guy was right with his comments - he is a senoir player who has played at the highest level - he shouldn't be thinking anyone is better than his team. Remember Athletico Madrid this year? They were taking scalps!!!! We go are going to do the same with the right attitude and mindset, we shouldn't act beaten even before the battle has begun!!!!! That's what some of us are trying to convey to KPB
Patapaa 9 years ago

Let's be honest with ourselves ... Ghana's WC quarter finals IS OVER, HISTORY. Portugal also did well yesteryear with Eusebio.

This is 2014.
Let's strategize and face our nemesis squarely!

Let's listen to what is said ...
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Let's be honest with ourselves ... Ghana's WC quarter finals IS OVER, HISTORY. Portugal also did well yesteryear with Eusebio.

This is 2014.
Let's strategize and face our nemesis squarely!

Let's listen to what is said and use our lessons learned to our advantage.
Yaw 9 years ago

Sign of inferiority complex?That has been the unfortunate notion of many Africans in whatever they do.
Please,have the belief that Ronaldo or whoever is a human being like you so whatever he he or anybody else can do,you can ...
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Sign of inferiority complex?That has been the unfortunate notion of many Africans in whatever they do.
Please,have the belief that Ronaldo or whoever is a human being like you so whatever he he or anybody else can do,you can do it too or even better.
Lack of confidence confines one to giving up hope and that mustn't happen before this impending world cup tournament.
Remember the famous phrase by President Obama,"YES WE CAN",please i and many Ghanaians believe we can and so must you.Just no complacency and you will be alright.
Yaw 9 years ago

Kev,it's good to be cautious but don't let any opposing player/s intimidate you.Remember Portugal qualified through the play off so they're not invincible.
Try not to commit any mistakes like losing sight of them and giving ...
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Kev,it's good to be cautious but don't let any opposing player/s intimidate you.Remember Portugal qualified through the play off so they're not invincible.
Try not to commit any mistakes like losing sight of them and giving away balls unnecessarily.Man to man marking should be the key all through the tournament.Please bear that in mind.
mugu yaro 9 years ago

KPB, didn't mention or say that BS will lose to the Ronaldos, he said the guy can tactically change the game at any moment and he also advised the coach to strengthen the mid section just to enable the forward liners to sharp ...
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KPB, didn't mention or say that BS will lose to the Ronaldos, he said the guy can tactically change the game at any moment and he also advised the coach to strengthen the mid section just to enable the forward liners to sharpen their tools and to create and score goals. i don't think he was wrong, you can't travel to a place you don't know without a road map. it is a dialogue that is all mr. Kevin is doing. no blame no hate, peace and love. thank you all.
Patapaa 9 years ago

I think Kevin Boateng is urging the Black Stars to be strategic ... careful but opportunistic.

Germany: Can be beaten when you take care of Marco Reus and you do not make silly/costly mistakes.

Portugal: Very tough. Use ...
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I think Kevin Boateng is urging the Black Stars to be strategic ... careful but opportunistic.

Germany: Can be beaten when you take care of Marco Reus and you do not make silly/costly mistakes.

Portugal: Very tough. Use your solid midfielders to cool off Cristiano Ronaldo's effectiveness. Pepe and Lam may be great but aren't great goal scorers. You may get an opportunistic goal or perhaps draw.

Strategy: Ghana should play 3-4-3 and/or 4-4-3 depending on who they're playing. Good luck!

USA: Do not belittle this team. Treat with respect but take every opportunity given to pick up 3 points

Overall: Use my willingness to help Essien and Muntari to choke off opposition's offense.
ICONIC-07 9 years ago

THE PORTUGUESE PLAYERS HAVE THE SAME LEGS LIKE YOU BUT BECAUSE GHANAIAN PLAYERS AND COACHES ARE LAZY AND WANT FAT CHEAP MONEY THEY CAN'T DELIVER.

I HAVE NEVER, AND WILL NEVER BET ON GHANA BLACK STARS. THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF ...
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THE PORTUGUESE PLAYERS HAVE THE SAME LEGS LIKE YOU BUT BECAUSE GHANAIAN PLAYERS AND COACHES ARE LAZY AND WANT FAT CHEAP MONEY THEY CAN'T DELIVER.

I HAVE NEVER, AND WILL NEVER BET ON GHANA BLACK STARS. THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF ACQUA, BABA YARA, NFUM, AGGREY-FYNN JOE SAM, WERE THE GOLDEN ERA OF GHANA SOCCER.

OUR PLAYERS NOW LACK INTELLIGENCE, AND ONLY INTERESTED IN FLASHY CARS AND BIG BUTTOCKS WOMEN.

ALUTA CONTINUA!!!!!!!
Patapaa 9 years ago

ICONIC-07,
How far did your GOOD OLD players OF ACQUA, BABA YARA, MFUM, AGGREY-FYNN JOE SAM go in the GOLDEN ERA OF GHANA SOCCER?

Please realize the game is in 2014, this year.

ICONIC-07,
How far did your GOOD OLD players OF ACQUA, BABA YARA, MFUM, AGGREY-FYNN JOE SAM go in the GOLDEN ERA OF GHANA SOCCER?

Please realize the game is in 2014, this year.
Rabon Zee 9 years ago

My brother, the old Black Stars of 1957 1964 lived in a different era. In terms of still they were without equals maybe in the world. Their style, rhythm, pace , energy and confidence was unmatched in this era. What we now ca ...
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My brother, the old Black Stars of 1957 1964 lived in a different era. In terms of still they were without equals maybe in the world. Their style, rhythm, pace , energy and confidence was unmatched in this era. What we now called modern football existed in the olden days as an inferior form of soccer.

Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah formed the West African Scccer Federation and tussled with FIFA on many issues. Those days Africa had no berth for the World Cup Finals. One team from Africa has to engage in a play-off with the Europeans. One time we qualified and Kwame" Showboy" Nkrumah called for a boycott. That was in 1962 when Baba Yara the Champion of the Dribblers was playing in living color. In 1966 their was turmoil in the land and the legendary players were over the hill or retired and we had problems with the Morocco for the sole transit qualifying spot.

Had Baba Yara's team participated in the 1962 World Cup , there was a possibility of them winning. Remember we toured Brazil and beat or drew with their teams--Baba Yara versus Garrincha was no contest for Yara. Then Aggrey-Fynn the master playmaker featured well against the Brazilian magicians Vava, Pepe, and Didi. Addo Odametey " The Rock of Gibraltar" was a superior defender than the Brazilian Mario " Extra Two Pair Of Lungs" Zagalo. Our forwards of Ofei Dodoo , Salisu, Bulldozer Mfum, "Sputnik Hell-fire Edward Acquah could score on any team in the world then.

The Old Black Stars of Baba Yara's era played with confidence and willing to die for Ghana with no monetary compensation. They beat Italy 5-2, drew 3-3 with Real Madrid, lost 1-2 to the World IX with Yashin in goal. Brazil won the world cup in 1962.
Ralph Wusah 9 years ago

Be optimistic, we can beat the odds and make it the next level

Be optimistic, we can beat the odds and make it the next level
Sea 9 years ago

I love the way he has started. This does not mean that he is not optimistic that Ghana would advance, after all, Ghana was almost in the semis in the last World Cup. He knows what he is doing. When the opponents regards you ...
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I love the way he has started. This does not mean that he is not optimistic that Ghana would advance, after all, Ghana was almost in the semis in the last World Cup. He knows what he is doing. When the opponents regards you as an underdog they always regret. This is purely a psychological talk. Ghanaian should not criticize him for this.
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edmond 9 years ago

I dont know if Ghanaians doesnt understand english or what, all this guy is saying is aknowledging his opponent doesnnt mean he is accepting a defeat,germany , argentina ,hollanD etc are not running their mouths talking about ...
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I dont know if Ghanaians doesnt understand english or what, all this guy is saying is aknowledging his opponent doesnnt mean he is accepting a defeat,germany , argentina ,hollanD etc are not running their mouths talking about wining the WC without any caution. We think they are going to win the Cup but heavens knows we are not
Agorkorli, 9 years ago

I hope Kwesi Appiah doesn't start both Essien and Muntari at the same time. Both are too slow and will have no effect in controlling the game. Opponents will be running past them and will always be one step behind.

Only on ...
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I hope Kwesi Appiah doesn't start both Essien and Muntari at the same time. Both are too slow and will have no effect in controlling the game. Opponents will be running past them and will always be one step behind.

Only one should start and I'll prefer Muntari because he's good at scoring important goals. Boateng does better in the middle of the park so should be paired with Muntari. Both have powerful shots and cam score from outside the box.
Babu 9 years ago

Actually Essien should not go to Brazil. He is not what he was 4 years ago. They should have taken one of those young energetic guys.

Essien is a spent force, these days he only guides the ball without tackling.

Actually Essien should not go to Brazil. He is not what he was 4 years ago. They should have taken one of those young energetic guys.

Essien is a spent force, these days he only guides the ball without tackling.
Nana junior(nungua odikroman) 9 years ago

I like what Kp said.i see no complacency in him.

I like what Kp said.i see no complacency in him.
CHIEF Kuffour 9 years ago

STOP SHITTING IN UR PANTS, KP BOATENG.
YOU SEEM SCARED ALREADY. BE BOLD!!!!

STOP SHITTING IN UR PANTS, KP BOATENG.
YOU SEEM SCARED ALREADY. BE BOLD!!!!
yaw 9 years ago

already taken bribe?

already taken bribe?
Justus Kofi Kabey 9 years ago

Boateng is saying the truth
but will go through successful

Boateng is saying the truth
but will go through successful
Whatever 9 years ago

If you don't have to much believe in yourself like you have for your opponents, if you don't believe in your coaches directions, If you don't believe in the destiny of the Ghanaian then why are you going to the world cup to r ...
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If you don't have to much believe in yourself like you have for your opponents, if you don't believe in your coaches directions, If you don't believe in the destiny of the Ghanaian then why are you going to the world cup to represent Ghana? You might as well stay home. There is a reason why, of the 25 million Ghanaians, only a select 23 was chosen with one being Kelvin Prince Boateng to ruthlessly deal with the countries in that group. If you feel incapacitated already, please tell the coach and let him drop you so that a determined player can be put in there. Ghana is not short of players who can do strategic jobs
mugu yaro 9 years ago

bottom line is we are going heaven knows where we are going, we know we will, we will get there heaven knows that we will get there we know we will,black stars wor ya hey, wor ya wor ya. bs osay yei,hay yei bs oooooooooo!! bs ...
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bottom line is we are going heaven knows where we are going, we know we will, we will get there heaven knows that we will get there we know we will,black stars wor ya hey, wor ya wor ya. bs osay yei,hay yei bs oooooooooo!! bs OOOOOOOOO!!! hay ayeiii!!!
Barak Bin- Laden 9 years ago

Why Africans always think somebody can do it but we can't do it? We always defeat ourselves before we start something.

Why Africans always think somebody can do it but we can't do it? We always defeat ourselves before we start something.
bernard t mensah 9 years ago

think good for your father kpb

think good for your father kpb

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