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SportsFormer player of Asante Kotoko Papa Arko dies

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Former player of Asante Kotoko Papa Arko dies

Former Asante Kotoko player and captain, Ernest Papa Arko, has died, according to reports.

Papa Arko was very important for Asante Kotoko in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He helped the team do very well during that time.

Papa Arko was a really important player for Asante Kotoko in the late 70s and early 80s, and helped the team do really well during that time.

In 1980, he led the Asante Kotoko team and was seen as a very talented captain.

The team made it to the finals of the 1982 African Cup but lost to Al Ahly SC of Egypt in a very close game.

In 1983, Papa Arko led the team and helped them win the CAF Champions League.

His strong leadership and ability to score goals had a lasting impact on Asante Kotoko’s history, helping the team to succeed in both local and international competitions.

Papa Arko was not only a great player for his club, but also played for Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations in 1980 and 1984, showing his commitment to both his club and his country.

Papa Arko has died, which is another sad loss for Asante Kotoko. This comes after Joe Debrah also passed away from a heart attack in November.

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