Comment: Essien signing makes a mockery of Milan

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Mr.N 10 years ago

Who is this writer to decide what is good for AC Milan.

Youth and experience is the way to go, please get a life. Stupid article no wonder no name.

Who is this writer to decide what is good for AC Milan.

Youth and experience is the way to go, please get a life. Stupid article no wonder no name.
The Don 10 years ago

THis article is not stupid, it is you who have posted a stupid comment. The article is spot on....we all say Lampard, John Terry and CO are ageing/old now, yet we refuse to say the same of Essien who can no longer oust Mikel ...
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THis article is not stupid, it is you who have posted a stupid comment. The article is spot on....we all say Lampard, John Terry and CO are ageing/old now, yet we refuse to say the same of Essien who can no longer oust Mikel from teh Chelsea team. Milan is a club on the decline, and with these calibre of signings, i dont see them overtaking Juventus/Napoli etc in teh next few years!!
WaaLook 10 years ago

I know you wrote this article and right paid to do so. How hungry are you boy . Who passes the ball better than Essien. His game has evolved and now more about technicality and positioning rather the hard tackling, combative, ...
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I know you wrote this article and right paid to do so. How hungry are you boy . Who passes the ball better than Essien. His game has evolved and now more about technicality and positioning rather the hard tackling, combative, and ball winning midfield dynamo he used to be. At R Madrid we all saw his new game and style and that is why He is at AC Milan and will do well. Great player don't fade over night but evolve over the period, so just chill and watch it all unfold then come again.
Pito Brewer 10 years ago

Essien should work very hard to prove Seedorf right. Ultimately, that is all that matters.

Essien should work very hard to prove Seedorf right. Ultimately, that is all that matters.
FUFUO DADESEN 10 years ago

THE DON DID NOT WRITE THIS ARTICLE. NOT EVEN ANYONE FROM GOAL.COM..IT WAS WRITTEN BY AN ASS PICKING HIS STINKING OPINION FROM HIS ASSHOLE

THE DON DID NOT WRITE THIS ARTICLE. NOT EVEN ANYONE FROM GOAL.COM..IT WAS WRITTEN BY AN ASS PICKING HIS STINKING OPINION FROM HIS ASSHOLE
Ghfuo, change ur thinking 10 years ago

Who do I have in mind to play for ac milan in midfield for the class campaign? Ur moda? Essien signed for less money, less than 2 seasons. This is quite short term deal. Essien could even opt out for the mls or emirates after ...
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Who do I have in mind to play for ac milan in midfield for the class campaign? Ur moda? Essien signed for less money, less than 2 seasons. This is quite short term deal. Essien could even opt out for the mls or emirates after the wcup....so shut up and leave him alone.
Manu 10 years ago

Essien is more careful at his game than he used to be due to the injuries he has had in the past. He doesn't play as forceful as he used to do before the injuries. I have watched him play Chelsea games. His talent and form is ...
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Essien is more careful at his game than he used to be due to the injuries he has had in the past. He doesn't play as forceful as he used to do before the injuries. I have watched him play Chelsea games. His talent and form is sill there. His style of play is more finesse and less confrontational; again due to his injuries. That skunk who posted this nonsense is more likely the same guy who spread false rumours that he failed AC Milan medicals. This fool can't probably kick a ball. He is one of those racist ass holes who go about writing negative comments on black athletes and entertainers.
Ikemens 10 years ago

You are stupid enemy of progress. Mind your own sinking career and stop waving flags on Essence. Nipa bonefuo!!!

You are stupid enemy of progress. Mind your own sinking career and stop waving flags on Essence. Nipa bonefuo!!!
Dzokoto Elly 10 years ago

Don't you have anything better to write about? how about your father's drinking problem or your mum's infidelity?

Don't you have anything better to write about? how about your father's drinking problem or your mum's infidelity?
Ikemens 10 years ago

Lol.Lauder and lauder. And maybe his own homosexuality issue.

Lol.Lauder and lauder. And maybe his own homosexuality issue.
abula 10 years ago

jealousy n enviness will continue to kill u ppl.stupid counter

jealousy n enviness will continue to kill u ppl.stupid counter
Akwasi 10 years ago

I think you and the writer are the most stupid beings on earth.

I think you and the writer are the most stupid beings on earth.
nyny 10 years ago

u are a big fool bro...do u think A.C Milan is BA UNITED right...Yes they are struggling now, dat doesnt mean a thing to them.who said mikel is a better player than essien?? watch mikel well whn he plays...count how mant time ...
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u are a big fool bro...do u think A.C Milan is BA UNITED right...Yes they are struggling now, dat doesnt mean a thing to them.who said mikel is a better player than essien?? watch mikel well whn he plays...count how mant times he passes the ball forward compare to backwards....wasted player..
Sam 10 years ago

You must be really sick in the head. Most of us Ghanaians will never face reality. Of course Essien is one of our own and i will not deceive myself by saying he plays better than Mikel. Essien has had his glorious days in the ...
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You must be really sick in the head. Most of us Ghanaians will never face reality. Of course Essien is one of our own and i will not deceive myself by saying he plays better than Mikel. Essien has had his glorious days in the past but he is declining every minute, i won't say that Mikel is not good just because he is a Nigerian. If Essien is that good how come Chesea is so quick to get rid of him? answer my question bro, Essien is a great player but i think it will be great if he just hang his boot and retire now. Afterall " the best and honorable artist leaves the stage when the ovation is loud"
WaaLook 10 years ago

"Haters will broadcast your failure but whisper your success. Medicals done, looking forward to start my new life with AC Milan."------ What are you Mr Writer, obviously a hater. The youth can not thrive without guidance. The ...
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"Haters will broadcast your failure but whisper your success. Medicals done, looking forward to start my new life with AC Milan."------ What are you Mr Writer, obviously a hater. The youth can not thrive without guidance. The Arsenal you are talking about signed Flamine from Milan. Essien is not done though he needs match fitness, which will come with time sooner. The guy is a champion just like Seedorf himself that is why he is there. For your information Essien will end his career at Milan a legend.... Get a life you evil spirit.
BAABOOO!!! 10 years ago

When had a chance to real Madrid people attacked Essien of his fitness and old age us going on now but delivered, even when his position was changed defend from the left back (3). I don't understand why people are much concer ...
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When had a chance to real Madrid people attacked Essien of his fitness and old age us going on now but delivered, even when his position was changed defend from the left back (3). I don't understand why people are much concern to comments more about a star's gracelessly.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

If it was Hearts of oak which went for a foreign player with a history just like Essien's you'd have probably thought the same. Essien is ours so we're quick to debunk this article. It's not stupid, this is a real Milan fan, ...
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If it was Hearts of oak which went for a foreign player with a history just like Essien's you'd have probably thought the same. Essien is ours so we're quick to debunk this article. It's not stupid, this is a real Milan fan, seeing his club at the 11th position on the serie A table, has decided to analize Essien's purchase and it's impact on the club..
Mr.N 10 years ago

My brother life is made up of second chances AC Milan is rebuilding and history had shown us that mixing youth and the experience is the way to go.

AC Milan is leaking and Seedorf is looking for short term measures to stop ...
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My brother life is made up of second chances AC Milan is rebuilding and history had shown us that mixing youth and the experience is the way to go.

AC Milan is leaking and Seedorf is looking for short term measures to stop the leaking. You know me better I do not care who is I would say what on my mind. Seedorf is looking for common sense approach and this is one of them.

Everyone thought Sulley Muntari was finsihed at Inter they even farm him out now look Sulley Muntari in AC Milan now.

You and I would up in arms if Akwesi Appiah decide to re-build the Black Star by bring whole new set of youth and drop all the experience players.

By the why did the writer wrote an article when Kaka and Adil Rami were sign on?

IF you can't fix it how are going to rebuild.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

Seedorf made him sit on the bench does it mean he is not doing well?. Answer me now or I will have you flogged properly.

Seedorf made him sit on the bench does it mean he is not doing well?. Answer me now or I will have you flogged properly.
Mr.N 10 years ago

Sulley Muntari came from the bench and changed the play, AC Milan was down Sulley Muntari came in and they won by 2 to 1, I have said it over and over again being selected to play is based on the coach game plan Seedorf just ...
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Sulley Muntari came from the bench and changed the play, AC Milan was down Sulley Muntari came in and they won by 2 to 1, I have said it over and over again being selected to play is based on the coach game plan Seedorf just did that.

Sir Alexander Chapman "Alex" Ferguson, CBE formerly of Manchester United was good at that, he would always bring in Javier Hernandez and change the game.

I do not know what you were smoking on Sunday.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

Before Seedorf came did Muntari start from the bench? .Do you think Sulley is happy with latest development?. Have you played for a club before, and if yes were happy on the bench?. Now you know more than Ferguson, hahaha..I ...
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Before Seedorf came did Muntari start from the bench? .Do you think Sulley is happy with latest development?. Have you played for a club before, and if yes were happy on the bench?. Now you know more than Ferguson, hahaha..I think you need some good flogging, okay.
YOOMOBEGA 10 years ago

Rasheed, Mr. N is correct that Sulley Munari was in the game. But he did not contribute to AC Milan winning the match. The two wonderful goals scored by AC Milan were by Balotelli, from a free-kick, and a great goal by Pazzin ...
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Rasheed, Mr. N is correct that Sulley Munari was in the game. But he did not contribute to AC Milan winning the match. The two wonderful goals scored by AC Milan were by Balotelli, from a free-kick, and a great goal by Pazzini.
If anybody needs to be flogged, it ought to be the fans of the losing team for their racist chants against Balotelli & Muntari.
JAB 10 years ago

The most devilish idot

The most devilish idot
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

He's just a normal soccer fan saying his view in this article just as we all do over here if something doesn't seem right to us. We have been criticizing others and somebody else is criticizing our own today. Just give him th ...
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He's just a normal soccer fan saying his view in this article just as we all do over here if something doesn't seem right to us. We have been criticizing others and somebody else is criticizing our own today. Just give him the benefit of his doubt.
Pito Brewer 10 years ago

The author is entitled to his views, and we are entitled to comment on those views.

To me, the article goes too much over the top to be objective. The statement that signing Essien makes a mockery of Milan is totally ridic ...
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The author is entitled to his views, and we are entitled to comment on those views.

To me, the article goes too much over the top to be objective. The statement that signing Essien makes a mockery of Milan is totally ridiculous. It tells me that the author has an unbalanced (perhaps even bigoted) view of things, at the very least.
pala 10 years ago

writer don't worry.

writer don't worry.
Wofa 10 years ago

Don't worry man U'll shine

Don't worry man U'll shine
lott 10 years ago

Mine your own business, Mr knows all

Mine your own business, Mr knows all
Wuofei 10 years ago

At least make an effort to know the reason why they settled for Essien before you start writing. You don't know what you are talking about!

At least make an effort to know the reason why they settled for Essien before you start writing. You don't know what you are talking about!
Harry 10 years ago

I don't have much to say because the writer did not put up his name and that make him or her a c.............d.

I don't have much to say because the writer did not put up his name and that make him or her a c.............d.
Skains 10 years ago

Ghanaians can really be silly when it comes to analyzing their own players, and, often, choose to shun patriotism. Who the hell is this writer to be insulting Essien like that? Does he really understand and know how Essien ...
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Ghanaians can really be silly when it comes to analyzing their own players, and, often, choose to shun patriotism. Who the hell is this writer to be insulting Essien like that? Does he really understand and know how Essien feels regarding his current form and caliber? Meanwhile, he even goes at length to insult the management of AC Milan for signing Essien. No wonder one wise Ghanaian politician aptly said that most Ghanaians are paid to talk, not to think. What a writer!
Kenneth Osei-Afriyie 10 years ago

This writer is jumping the gun. He should have waited to see how Michael performs at his new club before casting doubts about him. I hope he forces him to eat his words big time.

This writer is jumping the gun. He should have waited to see how Michael performs at his new club before casting doubts about him. I hope he forces him to eat his words big time.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

You're more than 200% right. That was what the writer of this article should have done "wait till he performs" but I guess as a desperate Milan fan, he thought the club is on the wrong path and coming out early will give him ...
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You're more than 200% right. That was what the writer of this article should have done "wait till he performs" but I guess as a desperate Milan fan, he thought the club is on the wrong path and coming out early will give him the chance to say later "I told you so". Well, should Essien prove the skeptics wrong, Seedorf and his crew will also say to this guy "we told you to shut the f*ck off and patiently observe". Lol
Rasheed. 10 years ago

What is the meaning of 200%,my math is not good so please break it down for me. By the way ,don't forget some people have foresight and can't wait to express their opinions, so there is nothing wrong with the article.As for M ...
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What is the meaning of 200%,my math is not good so please break it down for me. By the way ,don't forget some people have foresight and can't wait to express their opinions, so there is nothing wrong with the article.As for Mr.N,I will have him flogged properly unless you beg me and carry me shoulder high.
Mr.N 10 years ago

A foresight is different from shooting from the hip this is what this writer just did. The writer did not give Essien a chance the writer did not write any of this nonsense when Kaka and Adil Rami were signed on.

The writ ...
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A foresight is different from shooting from the hip this is what this writer just did. The writer did not give Essien a chance the writer did not write any of this nonsense when Kaka and Adil Rami were signed on.

The writer sound like you Rasheed you are always shoot from the hip dismissing people before they have chance to prove themselves we did it to Akwesi Appiah and when he proved you wrong you were not a man enough to admit.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

I working hard to get Appiah a technical director before the world cup,because I don't us to go and display that awful "Nyame boame" soccer in Brazil. Please do not get demented because of the word "technical director".Hahaha ...
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I working hard to get Appiah a technical director before the world cup,because I don't us to go and display that awful "Nyame boame" soccer in Brazil. Please do not get demented because of the word "technical director".Hahahahahaha.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

For your information "Nyame boame soccer" is another brand of soccer which was designed by Appiah and the world is going to embrace it Brazil 2014. Like it or hate it. Don't you see Konadu also displaying a similar tactics at ...
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For your information "Nyame boame soccer" is another brand of soccer which was designed by Appiah and the world is going to embrace it Brazil 2014. Like it or hate it. Don't you see Konadu also displaying a similar tactics at CHAN 2014? We'll go to Brazil and back with it and you'll love it.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

If we have to rely on Our annoying and boring Nyanme boame soccer,then we will be like the blibical Moses.Do you get me?.Do not forget,soccer is also another form of entertainment.That is why rich guys like POw will not bothe ...
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If we have to rely on Our annoying and boring Nyanme boame soccer,then we will be like the blibical Moses.Do you get me?.Do not forget,soccer is also another form of entertainment.That is why rich guys like POw will not bother to pay $500 gate fee to watch Brazil play.Anaa?Aloo?.Ko?,Isn't it?,Ce ne pas ca?
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

It's just a saying proving to Kenneth that I'm solidly behind him.

It's just a saying proving to Kenneth that I'm solidly behind him.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

i am interested in the mathematical aspect of the 200%.POW.

i am interested in the mathematical aspect of the 200%.POW.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

Then you'll wait till the second coming of Mohammed eeiih sorry ooo, Jesus Christ.

Then you'll wait till the second coming of Mohammed eeiih sorry ooo, Jesus Christ.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

hahahahahaha.Take it easy buddy,I was only pulling your legs.

hahahahahaha.Take it easy buddy,I was only pulling your legs.
Kwaku Addo 10 years ago

Who ever wrote this article should be castrated. Essien is far better than most of these so called youth players the author is talking about. Team building is a mixture of old experienced players and youth players for the y ...
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Who ever wrote this article should be castrated. Essien is far better than most of these so called youth players the author is talking about. Team building is a mixture of old experienced players and youth players for the youth to tap the potentials from the old players. I personally don't blame the writer but rather previous managers of Chelsea fc after Essien's injuries. A good manager is the one who transforms, maintains or improves his player performance after injury but not to sideline the player by worming the bench because he wants to win his matches.
JOJO 10 years ago

idiot,nonesence journalist,foolish article,why don't you have any thing better to write to the media,foolish man.

idiot,nonesence journalist,foolish article,why don't you have any thing better to write to the media,foolish man.
kojo 10 years ago

The author is one of the haters. Shame onto him. Does he or she know how to play football. Who is the author? oh ghanaweb, you publish any nonsense.

The author is one of the haters. Shame onto him. Does he or she know how to play football. Who is the author? oh ghanaweb, you publish any nonsense.
KK 10 years ago

u write such nkwasiasem abt ur own country man for fellow foreigners read,i now understand Essiens twit message..

u write such nkwasiasem abt ur own country man for fellow foreigners read,i now understand Essiens twit message..
Yartey Hudenu 10 years ago

Agenda-driven article through a dangerous African mind.

Agenda-driven article through a dangerous African mind.
Mannie 10 years ago

nonesense! i have seen him play thi season at Chelsea. He is still more capable than some of the notable midfielders in the world. This article is infused with foolishness

nonesense! i have seen him play thi season at Chelsea. He is still more capable than some of the notable midfielders in the world. This article is infused with foolishness
charles koduah 10 years ago

Point well taking.I think sometimes you need the quick fixes to get back on track and prepare for the long haul.Essien will be a great addition.

Point well taking.I think sometimes you need the quick fixes to get back on track and prepare for the long haul.Essien will be a great addition.
kojo 10 years ago

Essien is far better than many chelsea players.

Didn't you see how he performed against egypt? why should a fellow ghanaian write such nonsense? Educated but foolish.

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Essien is far better than many chelsea players.

Didn't you see how he performed against egypt? why should a fellow ghanaian write such nonsense? Educated but foolish.

l always say that the editor of ghanaweb is mentally and morally weak. He publishes any information he receives.
GHFUO, be serious & change ur MENtali 10 years ago

THE OWNER OF GHWEB IS A WHITE ITALIAN DUDE. SO DONT BE FAZED BY SOME OF THE ARTIKELS THAT YOU SEE ON HERE...

THE OWNER OF GHWEB IS A WHITE ITALIAN DUDE. SO DONT BE FAZED BY SOME OF THE ARTIKELS THAT YOU SEE ON HERE...
BIG NAME 10 years ago

I said the same thing last week and some people did not agree with me. Essien soccer days are over. Essien should retire and enjoy his money. There is nothing Essien can do now to cheat old age and his numerous injuries.

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I said the same thing last week and some people did not agree with me. Essien soccer days are over. Essien should retire and enjoy his money. There is nothing Essien can do now to cheat old age and his numerous injuries.

My advice to Essien is that 'Don't shit lizard shit'. You are known as one of the best. Retire with that glory, and get on with your life. He can be enrolled in coaching school to help Ghana or soccer world in future.
Rasheed. 10 years ago

Pray hard that Mr. N does not read your comments, because he will send you to the slaughter house.

Pray hard that Mr. N does not read your comments, because he will send you to the slaughter house.
Mr.N 10 years ago

Why would I do that, I am not Mr. Follow Follow, it all about common sense and it only Essien who can say that not you Rasheed or Big Name.

How Essien know if he fail to try.

1) “Failure is an event, not a person.” ...
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Why would I do that, I am not Mr. Follow Follow, it all about common sense and it only Essien who can say that not you Rasheed or Big Name.

How Essien know if he fail to try.

1) “Failure is an event, not a person.”
2)Failure means you have courage
3)Failure makes you stronger
4)Failure helps you learn
5)Failure helps you grow
6)Failure creates new opportunities
7)Failure provides answers
8)Failure gives you the best chance of success.

Let Essien go and do his best he would be the first nor the last.
Kojo Agatebe, Oregon 10 years ago

Why don't we all wait to see how he fits in before the talk. After all, the organization that is spending their money on him knows what they are getting.

Why don't we all wait to see how he fits in before the talk. After all, the organization that is spending their money on him knows what they are getting.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

If failure means one has courage then every idiot can fail and call himself or herself courageous.

Rather, failing and not giving up but keep working harder and trying again till success, is where courage comes in. Matter ...
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If failure means one has courage then every idiot can fail and call himself or herself courageous.

Rather, failing and not giving up but keep working harder and trying again till success, is where courage comes in. Matter of fact, all the tips you gave vary from person to person. The one who doesn't give up but keeps working to achieve good success is the one who is courageous, stronger, learns, grows and finds avenues to new opportunities, not any crazy baldhead.
POW@ Brazil b3y3 huhuu hu 10 years ago

You can force a horse t the waterbut can't force it to drink. This horse knows when it's thirsty when it's not. Essien is grown enough to tell whether he's in good shape to play or not to. Beside it's not all what Essien like ...
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You can force a horse t the waterbut can't force it to drink. This horse knows when it's thirsty when it's not. Essien is grown enough to tell whether he's in good shape to play or not to. Beside it's not all what Essien likes that you like. If wasn't the case Essien would've been earning just a pea nut as you.
BIG NAME 10 years ago

Essien is my Ghanaian brother and I have enjoyed his soccer very much when he played for Chelsea. Facts are facts. Essien is not playing good soccer as he used to play. He had been injured on many occasions including old age. ...
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Essien is my Ghanaian brother and I have enjoyed his soccer very much when he played for Chelsea. Facts are facts. Essien is not playing good soccer as he used to play. He had been injured on many occasions including old age. Ghanaians don't tell their actual age. he may be more than his age, which we know to be 31.

Why do you hate to see Essien retire. Or you are a financial parasite on Essien? Don't encourage him to hurt himself more. He should retire with the glories he has now. There will be another Essien for Ghanaian soccer. So, don't worry.
Ebenezer 10 years ago

What is the point that you are trying to make .
MATA is in his prime but was sold to Manchester United -

Managers have different tactics so if your style of play does not fit .

What is the point that you are trying to make .
MATA is in his prime but was sold to Manchester United -

Managers have different tactics so if your style of play does not fit .
master 10 years ago

This article was not written by a Ghanaian or at least not for a Ghanaian media outlet. Of course that is obvious from that fact that it is less error prone.

It was culled from an a editorial on goal dot com. But there are ...
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This article was not written by a Ghanaian or at least not for a Ghanaian media outlet. Of course that is obvious from that fact that it is less error prone.

It was culled from an a editorial on goal dot com. But there are other favourable article about Essien's move on the same website too.

I am a Ghanaian and would have written the same about Essien. He's a spent force. If I were Appiah, Essien and Gyan would only be subs at the world cup. They can no longer play for full 90min. Of course we know their Ghana ages and at that age even if you are a superman you cannot do certain perform certain duties like you use to.

Old men parading around as thirty something year olds. Tweaa!!!
kojo 10 years ago

The web master problem with the english language. He has just changed that foolish headline. The entire story must be delete from this site.

The web master problem with the english language. He has just changed that foolish headline. The entire story must be delete from this site.
kojo 10 years ago

The web master has problem with Essien and the
english language. He has just
changed that foolish headline. The
entire story must be delete from this
site.
Your Comment:

The web master has problem with Essien and the
english language. He has just
changed that foolish headline. The
entire story must be delete from this
site.
Your Comment:
GHFUO, be serious & change ur MENtali 10 years ago

AC MILAN'S PLANS ARE LONGTERM. BRINGING ESSIEN IN IS A SHORT TERM FIX. MILAN NEED EXPERIENCE IN MIDFIELD AS MONTELIVO N MUNTARI WONT BE AVAILABLE VS ATHLETICO. ESSIEN SIGNED A CONTRACT FOR LESS THAN 2 YRS. SO THIS IS A WIN FO ...
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AC MILAN'S PLANS ARE LONGTERM. BRINGING ESSIEN IN IS A SHORT TERM FIX. MILAN NEED EXPERIENCE IN MIDFIELD AS MONTELIVO N MUNTARI WONT BE AVAILABLE VS ATHLETICO. ESSIEN SIGNED A CONTRACT FOR LESS THAN 2 YRS. SO THIS IS A WIN FOR MILAN AND A WIN FOR ESSIEN. WHO CAN USE THIS SHORT PERIOD TO REEVALUATE HIS READINESS FOR BRASIL. SELL HIMSELF FOR AFTER HIS HIS contRACT expires.
Watchman 10 years ago

Essien will prove his critics wrong. He may not be agile as he used to be but he has lots of experience. Anybody that watched him as the captain of Chelsea against Arsenal in the Carling Cup saw how effective he was. His dist ...
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Essien will prove his critics wrong. He may not be agile as he used to be but he has lots of experience. Anybody that watched him as the captain of Chelsea against Arsenal in the Carling Cup saw how effective he was. His distribution was perfect. He knows how to read the game. The only reason why he appeared rusty was due to the way he was used in the last few months in any position saved as a central midfield. I will rather have Essien compared to Obi because Essien is not a side way passer of the ball. He is not finished yet.
ntachiwan 10 years ago

Only joker, plastic journalist who don't want learn and published weak stories... Your bad thoughts on Essien will be your a success of his milan carrier .... May be will die before his success at milan sorry....Kwasia report ...
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Only joker, plastic journalist who don't want learn and published weak stories... Your bad thoughts on Essien will be your a success of his milan carrier .... May be will die before his success at milan sorry....Kwasia reporter
Analyst 10 years ago

Surely, Essien is not filnished. We all saw the influence he brought to bear on outcome of Ghana's world cup qualifying matches against Zambia and Egypt.
What Essien needed was a new challenge - thank God he now has it. I'm ...
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Surely, Essien is not filnished. We all saw the influence he brought to bear on outcome of Ghana's world cup qualifying matches against Zambia and Egypt.
What Essien needed was a new challenge - thank God he now has it. I'm sure he will quickly settle down in Milan to justify the coach's confidence in him.
Godson Asafo 10 years ago

allow him to express himself

allow him to express himself
the dack 10 years ago

what a byass commence on the seen writer mr n

what a byass commence on the seen writer mr n
the dack 10 years ago

thank u milan for signing the bosom

thank u milan for signing the bosom
the dack 10 years ago

you are a very big fool mrn for writing bad commence on my best man you foooool mrn foooooooool mrn stupid commence mrn i think you are sick mrn you are very mad mrn yyou are not correct mrn i will say it again you are the fu ...
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you are a very big fool mrn for writing bad commence on my best man you foooool mrn foooooooool mrn stupid commence mrn i think you are sick mrn you are very mad mrn yyou are not correct mrn i will say it again you are the fuck fuck your word fuck your commence mrn
Appiah, USA 10 years ago

The decline of Essien started as soon as his father came out to declare publicly that his son has abandoned him. Whilst many of us advised Essien to rescue his father, others urged him on to teach his dad a big lesson. Now h ...
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The decline of Essien started as soon as his father came out to declare publicly that his son has abandoned him. Whilst many of us advised Essien to rescue his father, others urged him on to teach his dad a big lesson. Now his father is gone......Essien may have to resurrect his dad's ghost and beg for forgiveness. Whoever told told you that you need to take care of your parents only when they contribute everything for your upbringing has ruined your chances of ever playing great football. I'm sad but I told you so!
Yaw Adu-Asare 10 years ago

Essien cannot be the greatest player in Ghanba after Abedi Pele. Wheree do we put Baba Yara, Aggrey Fynn, Mfum Edward Acquah, Salisu, et al?

Essien cannot be the greatest player in Ghanba after Abedi Pele. Wheree do we put Baba Yara, Aggrey Fynn, Mfum Edward Acquah, Salisu, et al?
Kyenkyen 10 years ago

Just number 8,l will give u Kwame Nti,Robert Hammond,Papa Arku,Asasse J,Abu Moro and both Quashies add Dan Kayode

Just number 8,l will give u Kwame Nti,Robert Hammond,Papa Arku,Asasse J,Abu Moro and both Quashies add Dan Kayode
AB - UK 10 years ago

Call a spade a spade. Lets face facts - Essien is a finished article full stop. Chelsea would have held on to him if he is good. I bet West Ham or Queens Park Ranges would have gone for him, their managers prefer dead horses

Call a spade a spade. Lets face facts - Essien is a finished article full stop. Chelsea would have held on to him if he is good. I bet West Ham or Queens Park Ranges would have gone for him, their managers prefer dead horses
Den 10 years ago

What is the sense of this article. I thought Ghanaweb was smart to post encouraging articles for her readers. I am very disappointed.

What is the sense of this article. I thought Ghanaweb was smart to post encouraging articles for her readers. I am very disappointed.
RAS OKINI 10 years ago

Pls don't behave like this Ghanaweb, The down fall of a man is not the end of his Life, Let me ask you Ques(Ghanaweb), If he was your bro and staying @ chelsea bench will you be happy? HHHHMMM it pains people that AC Milan si ...
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Pls don't behave like this Ghanaweb, The down fall of a man is not the end of his Life, Let me ask you Ques(Ghanaweb), If he was your bro and staying @ chelsea bench will you be happy? HHHHMMM it pains people that AC Milan sign him, they west Ham rather.
Guys is better you concentrate on GHANASOCCERNET and leave.
AB - UK 10 years ago

Its true and agree 110%. Essien's days are over.

Its true and agree 110%. Essien's days are over.
Mard 10 years ago

Yes to me Essien hv good record than abedi

Yes to me Essien hv good record than abedi
THE ETERNAL PRINCE 10 years ago

WHOM GOD HAS UPLIFTED THE DEVIL CANNOT BRING DOWN NO MATTER HOW MUCH THE DEVIL TRIED USING HIS AGENTS LIKE THE WRITER OF THIS ARTICLE. IN MY CAPACITY AS THE ETERNAL PRINCE, I ORDER THE IMMEDIATE ARREST AND TRIAL OF THE WRITE ...
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WHOM GOD HAS UPLIFTED THE DEVIL CANNOT BRING DOWN NO MATTER HOW MUCH THE DEVIL TRIED USING HIS AGENTS LIKE THE WRITER OF THIS ARTICLE. IN MY CAPACITY AS THE ETERNAL PRINCE, I ORDER THE IMMEDIATE ARREST AND TRIAL OF THE WRITER ON THE CHARGES OF JEALOUSY AND ENVY. IF FOUND GUILTY ALL HIS PROPERTY SHOULD BE CONFISTICATED AND GIVEN TO THE POOR AND THE NEEDY.
Akadu Mensema 10 years ago

Is he going to work on your dad's plantation!

Is he going to work on your dad's plantation!
UNCLE 10 years ago

TIME MAKES ANCIENT GOOD UNCOUTH INDEED! ESSIEN NOW BEING MARKED "CHEAP-AND-QUICK-FIXES"

TIME MAKES ANCIENT GOOD UNCOUTH INDEED! ESSIEN NOW BEING MARKED "CHEAP-AND-QUICK-FIXES"
zumzum 10 years ago

is Essien dead yet? wait until it is all 4 him. stop discouraging people.

is Essien dead yet? wait until it is all 4 him. stop discouraging people.
ABONGOLAPUTA 10 years ago

The writer appears to be one of the enemies of Michael Essien. Are they using your father's money to sign him for AC Milan? Jealousy and envy is what is killing most Ghanaians. The writer is not wiser than the Milan officials ...
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The writer appears to be one of the enemies of Michael Essien. Are they using your father's money to sign him for AC Milan? Jealousy and envy is what is killing most Ghanaians. The writer is not wiser than the Milan officials and he is not intelligent than the medical team who cleared him, so this article is useless, baseless and senseless for human consumption. Why not wait and see how Essien will perform before you can write something? Don't rush because there is no hurry in life.
kojo 10 years ago

DOES ANYBODY KNOW THE GHANA WEB MASTER? I WILL TEACH HIM A BITTER LESSON IF HE DOES NOT DELETE THIS. IT IS TIME THIS GUT IS TAUGHT A LESSON.

DOES ANYBODY KNOW THE GHANA WEB MASTER? I WILL TEACH HIM A BITTER LESSON IF HE DOES NOT DELETE THIS. IT IS TIME THIS GUT IS TAUGHT A LESSON.
mr anar......uk 10 years ago

In fact the person who wrote this article is very stupid and useless. Kweku Essien we love u.

In fact the person who wrote this article is very stupid and useless. Kweku Essien we love u.
zoyy 10 years ago

Nonsense

Nonsense
now 10 years ago

Live de young old man alone

Live de young old man alone
Kojo London 10 years ago

Essien is a good player but age is his major problem @41. 1973.

Essien is a good player but age is his major problem @41. 1973.
ampa 10 years ago

You filthy PIG!!!

You filthy PIG!!!
KK 10 years ago

You're stupid to write this article.
Idiot

You're stupid to write this article.
Idiot
mugu 10 years ago

jealousy will kill this writer.

jealousy will kill this writer.
kwame denkyi 10 years ago

kaka is not a cheap quick fix. He is in great form at Milan. Come next season and Milan will be on top of the table with a few more buys. By the Essien is not worn out as you make him out to be he is in great form during th ...
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kaka is not a cheap quick fix. He is in great form at Milan. Come next season and Milan will be on top of the table with a few more buys. By the Essien is not worn out as you make him out to be he is in great form during the preseason and for some reason couldn't fit him into his new system of building the team around Oscar. It is the same way Chelsea had to let Juan Mata go not because he wasn't brilliant, but quite simply because he did not fit in the system and in Jose's plans. It either Jose built the team around Mata or Oscar and he just chose Oscar.
solomon 10 years ago

what is the essence of this stupid article..

what is the essence of this stupid article..
Abidal Kansas 10 years ago

I can't believe ghanaweb allowed this crap. This devalues the image of this website. Shame!!!!!!!!!!

I can't believe ghanaweb allowed this crap. This devalues the image of this website. Shame!!!!!!!!!!
Wuofei 10 years ago

Anytime I see the title of this article it drives me nuts. Pls delete it, archive or something. It's very negative!

Anytime I see the title of this article it drives me nuts. Pls delete it, archive or something. It's very negative!
joeitaliano 10 years ago

Whosoever wrote this article must be out of his mind , what do you know about football ? i dont blame you but the one who gave you this job , why why why , these days Ghana is full of these evil people . To hell with you .

Whosoever wrote this article must be out of his mind , what do you know about football ? i dont blame you but the one who gave you this job , why why why , these days Ghana is full of these evil people . To hell with you .
boom boom 10 years ago

why dont you mind your own fucking business, people like you dont deserve to live, God will punish you, fool, bro Essien we will keep you in our Prayers

why dont you mind your own fucking business, people like you dont deserve to live, God will punish you, fool, bro Essien we will keep you in our Prayers
Joe 10 years ago

I don't understand why the Ghanaian reading public like using insulting words in their comments. Every one is entitled to their comments. I don't see anything wrong with the author's comment.AC is going down the drain, becaus ...
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I don't understand why the Ghanaian reading public like using insulting words in their comments. Every one is entitled to their comments. I don't see anything wrong with the author's comment.AC is going down the drain, because of their ageing squard who lack stamina.
SAARA-MENSA 10 years ago

GHANAIAN COMMENTS HAVE SENT MANY TO THE GRAVEYARD.

GHANAIAN COMMENTS HAVE SENT MANY TO THE GRAVEYARD.
EDY 10 years ago

It's sad when we talk about ill treatment from the Western world, but devastating to receive such ill comments from a countryman. little drops of "pull him downs" they say: "makes a mighty HIPC nation". Let's use the opportun ...
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It's sad when we talk about ill treatment from the Western world, but devastating to receive such ill comments from a countryman. little drops of "pull him downs" they say: "makes a mighty HIPC nation". Let's use the opportunities available to us to admonish and push one another upwards. That, in my humble opinion is a way to liberate ourselves from global undermining. We are one people. Charity must begin at home!
MARCUS AMPADU 10 years ago

Must be a Mario Balotelli hater. Why did you mention his name, By the way, did you see the great goal he scored yesterday against Cagliari, after all the taunting & racist remarks from their fans? Your article is bogus, beca ...
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Must be a Mario Balotelli hater. Why did you mention his name, By the way, did you see the great goal he scored yesterday against Cagliari, after all the taunting & racist remarks from their fans? Your article is bogus, because the Essien signing does not in any way make mockery of Milan. I see it differently; an older more matured and experienced Essien was brought in to play ball, being a great midfielder, to train with a great midfielder, Clarence Seedorf, and help to calm down young players like Balotelli. Don't forget that there are two other Ghanaians in the Rossoneri world to help their brother Mario Bawuah Balotelli.
Frimans 10 years ago

The author of the article is called Carlo Garganese, allegedly a deputy editor of Goal.com. He is an Italian, and his baseless derogatory remarks in the article suggest a racist hatred attitude. Essien’s success at Millan w ...
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The author of the article is called Carlo Garganese, allegedly a deputy editor of Goal.com. He is an Italian, and his baseless derogatory remarks in the article suggest a racist hatred attitude. Essien’s success at Millan will expose Garganese racist ignorance. Essien, we are praying for your success. Congratulations!
abizzz 10 years ago

The writer is just another Essien hater. No wonder he did not write his name. Mr. writer ur are a cocksucker bitch!! Get a life and leave Essien alone.

The writer is just another Essien hater. No wonder he did not write his name. Mr. writer ur are a cocksucker bitch!! Get a life and leave Essien alone.
Wanlov 10 years ago

If he was your son, brother husband, father will u write this nonsense. Wish the man luck. Player hater.mi hope your keyboard to ur computer burns.

If he was your son, brother husband, father will u write this nonsense. Wish the man luck. Player hater.mi hope your keyboard to ur computer burns.
Gubli 10 years ago

The writer is behaving like the man who also wanted something to complain about his wife.today,why did you boil the egg,next day when she fries it,why did you fry the egg.The woman decides to boil one egg and fry one egg on t ...
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The writer is behaving like the man who also wanted something to complain about his wife.today,why did you boil the egg,next day when she fries it,why did you fry the egg.The woman decides to boil one egg and fry one egg on the sameday.When the man came to table and found out what the wife had done,his complain this time was that,ooh you have fried the wrong egg.Leave them they can't change what is written for Essien.
TAKYI 10 years ago

I hate to read from this webside because most your writers and articles don't meet international standard. i believe the owner of this webpage is not a Ghanaian or has a personal problem Michael. at first it was he did not pa ...
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I hate to read from this webside because most your writers and articles don't meet international standard. i believe the owner of this webpage is not a Ghanaian or has a personal problem Michael. at first it was he did not pass medicals and now he is old. In Spain they have players like Xavi, Casillas, PUYOL who are still important figures in the national team and club level, left alone to talk about ESSIEN.I HOPE YOU WILL TAKE NOTE OF THIS AND WILL NOT SIT AT STUPID OFFICE IN THE NETHERLANDS TO WRITE SUCH AN ARTICLE.
berry1 10 years ago

you dont even know how to compose a well sensible article....doubt if ya even any well emderdised background in elimentary schoool koolo boy fink abt the next begging movement to eat today less you die....yu go die

you dont even know how to compose a well sensible article....doubt if ya even any well emderdised background in elimentary schoool koolo boy fink abt the next begging movement to eat today less you die....yu go die
Heavy Dee 10 years ago

Good luck bro.may your days with millan be a good one. AMEN!!

Good luck bro.may your days with millan be a good one. AMEN!!
Heavy Dee 10 years ago

Good luck bro.May your days with millan be a good one AMEN

Good luck bro.May your days with millan be a good one AMEN
yefast 10 years ago

Essien u can do it againsts go perish

Essien u can do it againsts go perish
Home sense 10 years ago

Anyone who thinks AC Millan should not to have sign Micheal Essien should go to hell.stupid haters

Anyone who thinks AC Millan should not to have sign Micheal Essien should go to hell.stupid haters
christian 10 years ago

this is very very very very very stupid and outrageous i thought we Ghanians look out for each other but this hatred you are very wicked waaaaa
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this is very very very very very stupid and outrageous i thought we Ghanians look out for each other but this hatred you are very wicked waaaaa
I THINK ESSIEN WAS RIGHT HATERS BROADCAST MY FAILURE BUT WHISPER MY SUCCESS shame on you
sam 10 years ago

Foolish

Foolish
ish 10 years ago

Essian is good. No doubt.

Essian is good. No doubt.
high quality backlinks 9 years ago

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RaAq1A I truly appreciate this post.Much thanks again. Will read on...
crorkz matz 9 years ago

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WH0ScA Wow, great blog.Really looking forward to read more.

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