Ghana is in mourning as it bids farewell to football legend, Emanuel Awuley Quaye, fondly known as Awulley Senior Quaye.
The former Ghanaian captain, revered for his leadership on the field, breathed his last on Monday, March 25, 2024. However, the exact cause of his demise remains undisclosed.
Quaye’s legacy in Ghanaian football is remarkable, particularly his pivotal role in leading the national team to victory in the Africa Cup of Nations in 1978.
His exceptional skills and influential leadership have left an enduring impact on the sport in Ghana.
In 2023, the Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) paid homage to Quaye during their 47th awards ceremony, acknowledging his invaluable contributions to football.
Upon receiving this esteemed award, Quaye reflected on the sacrifices made by him and his fellow players during their active careers.
He also expressed disappointment regarding unfulfilled promises made after clinching the African Cup for the third time.
Beyond his national achievements, Awuley Quaye was a revered figure in Ghanaian club football, notably with Great Olympics during the 1970s.
His influence transcended the football pitch, evident in the success of his son, Awuley Quaye Jnr, a former Ghana U-17 star who gained renown by winning the U-17 World Cup in 1997, as well as Lawrence Awuley Quaye.
The passing of Emanuel Awuley Quaye has deeply saddened the entire Ghanaian football fraternity, as they fondly remember and pay tribute to the life of an esteemed icon.