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Sports News of Sunday, 29 December 2019

Source: ghanaguardian.com

2019/20 GPL: Ashgold captain Shafiu Mumuni targets top scorer award

AshantiGold SC captian Shafiu Mumuni AshantiGold SC captian Shafiu Mumuni

AshantiGold SC captian Shafiu Mumuni is eyeing the coveted Ghana Premier League goalking accolade even before a ball is kicked.

The striker has seen a meteoric rise in the year 2019 mainly due to his terrific form in front of goal earning him a maiden call up to the Black Stars squad although he was an unused substitute.

According to the striker he dreams of delivering a title to Ashgold and is also eyeing the golden boot accolade.

"The preparation is very good and everyone is determined and waiting for the league"

"As a striker you will have to make sure that you aim for the goal king and also help your team win a trophy" he told Tv3.

Shafiu Mumuni was captain of the Black Stars B at the Wafu Nations Cup and was crowned top scorer for the 2019 WAFU Cup of Nations with four goals.

Mumuni's tally included the hat-trick in the semi-final win against Ivory Coast.

The AshantiGold captain became the first player in the history of the tournament to score three goals in one match.