FIFA must change venue for Egypt-Ghana return leg

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kwame london 10 years ago

Yes i definitely agree had it been england or any European country playing egypt the venue will be changed without hesitation. Egypt is not safe at alll.

Yes i definitely agree had it been england or any European country playing egypt the venue will be changed without hesitation. Egypt is not safe at alll.
John,Tema 10 years ago

Fifa should also not forget that Arabs by nature find it difficult to control their emotions when their back is against the wall.If we should win again in Cairo,their fans will react in any form.

Fifa should also not forget that Arabs by nature find it difficult to control their emotions when their back is against the wall.If we should win again in Cairo,their fans will react in any form.
RED-SOKOTO-GUDARI 10 years ago

I wonder why FIFA, a respectable and civilized body is pretending not to know the dangers that Ghanaian players could be exposed to!

I wonder why FIFA, a respectable and civilized body is pretending not to know the dangers that Ghanaian players could be exposed to!
Africanus 10 years ago

FIFA is to present its decision on October 28. Let us wait to hear what they have to say. I like to think FIFA will make the right call.

FIFA is to present its decision on October 28. Let us wait to hear what they have to say. I like to think FIFA will make the right call.
THE COMPUTER DOCTOR - CHARLOTTE, NC, 10 years ago

If the GFA is run as an administrative body, then apart from following players around the world with their wives and girlfriends, etc, there should be people at the office responding to emails. Certainly, not all emails coul ...
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If the GFA is run as an administrative body, then apart from following players around the world with their wives and girlfriends, etc, there should be people at the office responding to emails. Certainly, not all emails could be addressed, but at least, an automated message that confirms receipt of one's input would not be bad.
What do these 'shepherds' do with our money? Are they good shepherds? Or are they waiting to report to the world body to inquire into the cause of a disaster that might have already happened?
Don't trust the 'security assurances' from the Egyptians. The lives of our people are at stake.
Kofi QQ 10 years ago

Thanx a lot Africanus for the info. At least, I now know the venue MAY be changed.

Thanx a lot Africanus for the info. At least, I now know the venue MAY be changed.
Tamrock DP 1500 10 years ago

Thank you all for the wise contributions. I am of the hope that Ghana is likely to have a slight margin win or draw game irrespective of the country or venue.
Our Coach needs to recognize the rough attack tactics displayed b ...
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Thank you all for the wise contributions. I am of the hope that Ghana is likely to have a slight margin win or draw game irrespective of the country or venue.
Our Coach needs to recognize the rough attack tactics displayed by the Egyptian players so as to prepare the players well towards that.
Egypt cannot do any better in the world cup in Brazil because no European referee will allow such rough attacks on the filed of play. The moment the referee stop them from doing that Egypt will become useless and con not play any meaningful football again and will suffer heavy defeat in all their group matches.
THE COMPUTER DOCTOR - CHARLOTTE, NC, 10 years ago

I SENT THE LETTER BELOW TO THE GFA VIA EMAIL:

Dear Officials

In news circulating around the world, it has been established that some fans gathered at the airport in Cairo, ready to 'discipline' the players who failed t ...
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I SENT THE LETTER BELOW TO THE GFA VIA EMAIL:

Dear Officials

In news circulating around the world, it has been established that some fans gathered at the airport in Cairo, ready to 'discipline' the players who failed to win their match against the Black Stars in Kumasi.
Let's not take things for granted here. Our authorities MUST PUT PRESSURE ON FIFA to change the match venue.
Anything is possible, with the current situation in Egypt. This is no 'playing matter'. Our team could be seriously hurt in Egypt. And if their FA is giving some SECURITY ASSURANCES, then we should insist that right from landing in Egypt till we depart Egypt (maybe with the exception of use of bathrooms and other private areas), there SHOULD BE CAMERAS to cover everything involving the stars. Even where buses hauling goods and Players of Ghana NEED TO BE parked where there're cameras (videos of which Authorities could rely on, should anything occur). Trust me, you cannot trust the Egyptians at the time.

Nigerian players claimed their bus was attacked when they beat Ethiopia. Any evidence gathered yet? Let's be careful, before anything happens.

I wish you and the Ghana Black Stars all the best in Brazil.

Stay healthy.

Sincerely
SIR CHARLES
(THE COMPUTER DOCTOR)
SIR CHARLES' BUSINESSES
334-5-COMPUTER
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NANA AMOAKO CHARLOTTE 10 years ago

BROTHER, YOU SAID IT ALL. OUR PLAYERS, OFFICIALS AND THE SUPPORTERS WILL BE IN DANGER, I TRULLY DONT BELIEVE ITS SAFE TO PLAY THE SECOND LEG IN CAIRO.

BROTHER, YOU SAID IT ALL. OUR PLAYERS, OFFICIALS AND THE SUPPORTERS WILL BE IN DANGER, I TRULLY DONT BELIEVE ITS SAFE TO PLAY THE SECOND LEG IN CAIRO.
The Stallion 10 years ago

The African Champions League second leg is being played 450km north of Cairo -- meaning that Cairo is not safe.
It can be an all West African winners in this WC play-offs.

The African Champions League second leg is being played 450km north of Cairo -- meaning that Cairo is not safe.
It can be an all West African winners in this WC play-offs.
AKB 10 years ago

For FIFA to even approve of the venue when Egypt first annouced it to FIFA means FIFA is very stupid, now FIFA says they have given Egypt till 28th October to outline their security programmes for the Match, this is another s ...
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For FIFA to even approve of the venue when Egypt first annouced it to FIFA means FIFA is very stupid, now FIFA says they have given Egypt till 28th October to outline their security programmes for the Match, this is another stupidity on FIFA's part, the hand writing are so bold on the wall that Egypt is in anarchy and yet FIFA is so insensitive and want security programmes, this is absurdity at the highest on the part of FIFA,
FIFA should better move the match to a neutral ground and stop this 28th October deadline of a thing.
Oh-Andy -K 10 years ago

For CAF and GFA to even entertain the idea of Egypt hosting the second leg and denying Senegal the same is both hypocritical and stupid. And FIFA, the least said, the better off we are. CAF and FIFA were delusional about the ...
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For CAF and GFA to even entertain the idea of Egypt hosting the second leg and denying Senegal the same is both hypocritical and stupid. And FIFA, the least said, the better off we are. CAF and FIFA were delusional about the possibility of Egypt at the World Cup in Brazil. They forgot that the Black Stars were standing in the way. Where is Nyantakyi? He should show some balls and spine now.
AKB 10 years ago

If FIFA and CAF connive and approve of the match to be played in Egypt, then SEPP BLATTER & and his Lap dog ISSA HAYATOU must be at the stadium to watch the match.

If FIFA and CAF connive and approve of the match to be played in Egypt, then SEPP BLATTER & and his Lap dog ISSA HAYATOU must be at the stadium to watch the match.
KWAKU 10 years ago

FIFA BOSS MUST BE THERE TO WITNESS THE GAME IF THEY INSIST ON STAGING THE GHANA-EGYPT RETURN LEAGUE IN EGYPT, PERIOD

FIFA BOSS MUST BE THERE TO WITNESS THE GAME IF THEY INSIST ON STAGING THE GHANA-EGYPT RETURN LEAGUE IN EGYPT, PERIOD
MARK 10 years ago

GFA DO IT NOW!!

GFA DO IT NOW!!
OKOROMANSA 10 years ago

PERHAPS THE GFA INTENDS TO SELL THIS RETURN MATCH BY AGREEING TO PLAY IN CAIRO. THE TRUTH IS THAT EVEN IF EGYPT WINS THE RETURN GAME, BUT STILL FAILS TO QUALIFY, OUR PLAYERS WILL BE IN TROUBLE. AND I BELIEVE STRONGLY THAT THE ...
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PERHAPS THE GFA INTENDS TO SELL THIS RETURN MATCH BY AGREEING TO PLAY IN CAIRO. THE TRUTH IS THAT EVEN IF EGYPT WINS THE RETURN GAME, BUT STILL FAILS TO QUALIFY, OUR PLAYERS WILL BE IN TROUBLE. AND I BELIEVE STRONGLY THAT THEY CAN'T WIN THAT GAME SO WHY TAKE SUCH A RISK?
NANA USED BAWUMIA 10 years ago

EGYPTIANS WILL MASSACRE GHANAIANS ON THE STREETS IF THEIR TEAM CANNOT MASSACRE THE BLACK STARS ON THE FOOTBALL PITCH. THESE EGYPTIANS ARE VERY VIOLENT, SO GFA AND FIFA SHOULD NOT GIVE THEM THE CHANCE TO VENT THEIR FRUSTRATION ...
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EGYPTIANS WILL MASSACRE GHANAIANS ON THE STREETS IF THEIR TEAM CANNOT MASSACRE THE BLACK STARS ON THE FOOTBALL PITCH. THESE EGYPTIANS ARE VERY VIOLENT, SO GFA AND FIFA SHOULD NOT GIVE THEM THE CHANCE TO VENT THEIR FRUSTRATION AND ANGER ON OUR INNOCENT BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN EGYPT. EGYPTIANS WILL FEEL MORE HUMILIATED WHEN THE BLACK STARS WIN IN CAIRO. AND IF THAT HAPPENS THEY WILL ATTACK OUR PLAYERS AND SUPPORTERS AND EVEN INNOCENT GHANAIANS LIVING IN THAT COUNTRY. GHANA EMBASSY IN CAIRO WILL BE A TARGET. ALTHOUGH GHANAIANS LIKE EGYPTIANS I DO NOT THINK THE SAME CAN BE SAID OF EGYPTIONS TOWARDS GHANAIANS. THIS IS BECAUSE OF THE LOVE BETWEEN DR. KWAME NKRUMAH AND FATIA RIZIK NKRUMAH, HIS WIFE. NORMALLY, GHANA AND EGYPT HAVE PERFECT DIPLOMATIC RELATIONS. ALTHOUGH WE SYMPATHIZE WITH EGYPT FOR THEIR SELF-INFLICTED DESTRUCTION, WE ALSO CARE FOR OUR FOOTBALL PLAYERS AND SUPPORTERS.
RastafaraI 10 years ago

wow

wow
DR. AMPONSAH 10 years ago

If FIFA agrees that the match be played in Cairo, then this agreement must undertaken by the GFA with them.
1. A lost of life of any Ghanaian as a result of a relating incident from the mayhem would result in FIFA compensati ...
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If FIFA agrees that the match be played in Cairo, then this agreement must undertaken by the GFA with them.
1. A lost of life of any Ghanaian as a result of a relating incident from the mayhem would result in FIFA compensating Ghana an amount of USD 10 billion.
2. With a Banning of Egypt for 5 years from any FIFA games.

If FIFA cannot countenance that then the venue of the game be changed,period.
RastafaraI 10 years ago

i will not....you cannot place a dollar amount on life? Just dont go

i will not....you cannot place a dollar amount on life? Just dont go
SAMMY 10 years ago

FIFA MUST TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION OF MOVING THE VENUE FROM EGYPT. FIFA SHOULD NOT WAIT AND TAKE REACTIVE ACTION WHEN TRAGEDY BEFALLS THE GHANAIANS IN CAIRO.

FIFA MUST TAKE PROACTIVE ACTION OF MOVING THE VENUE FROM EGYPT. FIFA SHOULD NOT WAIT AND TAKE REACTIVE ACTION WHEN TRAGEDY BEFALLS THE GHANAIANS IN CAIRO.
Oh-Andy -K 10 years ago

Please forward this to GFA and Nyantakti and a copy to FIFA and Sed Blatter.

Please forward this to GFA and Nyantakti and a copy to FIFA and Sed Blatter.
RastafaraI 10 years ago

this is beyond football...its citizens lives being put in harm's way.

this is beyond football...its citizens lives being put in harm's way.
MARK 10 years ago

ITS TOO RISKY TO PLAY IN EGYPT. TUNISIA OR MOROCCO IS OK

ITS TOO RISKY TO PLAY IN EGYPT. TUNISIA OR MOROCCO IS OK
God Have Mercy 10 years ago

The venue must change because Egypt now is too dangerous a place for the game

The venue must change because Egypt now is too dangerous a place for the game
Egyptian Football Fan 10 years ago

First of all I am Egyptian. Congrats to the black stars and the beloved nation of Ghana for the win.
Second of all, this is not about football anymore, this article is about racism and tarnishing the image of Egypt. Where a ...
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First of all I am Egyptian. Congrats to the black stars and the beloved nation of Ghana for the win.
Second of all, this is not about football anymore, this article is about racism and tarnishing the image of Egypt. Where are you getting your information from, and using words such as Arabs and blacks. In Egypt we are all Egyptians, Africans, we do not care about skin colour or race. We are proud to be Africans and we are proud of Ghana and its national team. Please stop the hate message. One more thing, Cairo may not be the safest city these days, but still safer than most African cities by far. Please check the history of Africa and Ghana, and you will find that Egypt was always at your back. Now Egypt needs Africa and Ghans to be at its back. That's all.
Best of luck in the world cup, and make us proud once again Black Stars. This time I am sure you will go all the way.
John Johnson Abogyese John 10 years ago

You sound more like a Black Stars fan than Pharaohs fan..lol

You sound more like a Black Stars fan than Pharaohs fan..lol
J Ananga 10 years ago

I think this writer has hit the nail on the head. Even the group stage of the WC qualifiers were not played in Egypt then why should the second leg be played there? FIFA does not want Ghana to qualify and defeat teams from Eu ...
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I think this writer has hit the nail on the head. Even the group stage of the WC qualifiers were not played in Egypt then why should the second leg be played there? FIFA does not want Ghana to qualify and defeat teams from Europe. or do they think we are not human beings? Abedi Pele, Tony Baffoe, Roger Milla and co who all campaigned for Sepp Blatter must impress upon him to have the venue changed. Some time this week Egyptian fans clashed with police when they were prevented from attacking a team that had participated in a competition in Tunisia and won silver. So what more about the Pharoahs? There would be trouble if this match is played in Cairo or any part of Egypt.
samuel Adjei 10 years ago

sure the return- leg should not be played in Egypt, prevetion is always better than cure. we should not risk the lives of our loves ones.

sure the return- leg should not be played in Egypt, prevetion is always better than cure. we should not risk the lives of our loves ones.
akram 10 years ago

black people ARE no where near being treated bad in this country and the tension between egyptians and morocons or egypt and qatar is pretty bad

black people ARE no where near being treated bad in this country and the tension between egyptians and morocons or egypt and qatar is pretty bad
Mankind and Co. 10 years ago

Fifa don't care about black people they pretend to the white don't rrespect black.God will ask them.

Fifa don't care about black people they pretend to the white don't rrespect black.God will ask them.
Kofi 10 years ago

Egypt is a country divided, with the opposition working under ground to pull the legs of the government. A successful world cup game would boost the image of the government and the opposition will do every thing possible to u ...
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Egypt is a country divided, with the opposition working under ground to pull the legs of the government. A successful world cup game would boost the image of the government and the opposition will do every thing possible to undermine it and that may result in many deaths and injuries. GFA must never agree to play in Egypt because it does not make sense to do so.
SANTACLAUSIAN, Croydon 10 years ago

I do not know if anything is being done behind closed doors, I however think that this is the time for our President to put his force behind the campaign to reschedule the venue of this game. We all know the GFA have lodged a ...
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I do not know if anything is being done behind closed doors, I however think that this is the time for our President to put his force behind the campaign to reschedule the venue of this game. We all know the GFA have lodged a written protest in this regard. As as today, no concrete positive response is forthcoming from FIFA. I think it is about time our Honorable Mr Mahama stepped in and protect the interest of all Ghanaians in this matter. It is my fervent hope that his office is already in the process of dealing with this issue as this is a serious safety concern
Johnny, Atlanta GA 10 years ago

Kofi Annan, Kuffour, Rawlings, do you know anything about lobbying? Kofi Annan, you have been silent on this, why? You do it for others, why can't you do it for your own country?

Kofi Annan, Kuffour, Rawlings, do you know anything about lobbying? Kofi Annan, you have been silent on this, why? You do it for others, why can't you do it for your own country?
Ahmed 10 years ago

As an Egyptian, I would like to state that we welcome the Ghanaian team to Cairo. You guys had a fantastic match and you will be treated like guests. All the talk of violence is baseless. The instability in Egypt is political ...
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As an Egyptian, I would like to state that we welcome the Ghanaian team to Cairo. You guys had a fantastic match and you will be treated like guests. All the talk of violence is baseless. The instability in Egypt is political and should not touch a guest team. It hurts me to read that Africans in Egypt are treated like second class citizens. Its absolutely not true, we are all Africans. We even have songs in Arabic that displays our affection for dark skin. Welcome to Cairo!

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