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  • ‘Players became lazy,rusty’ – Bechem United President on impact of GPL on clubs

    ‘Players became lazy,rusty’ – Bechem United President on impact of GPL on clubs

    Bechem United President Kingsley Owusu Achiaw has voiced his concerns over the adverse effects of the unexpected break in the Ghana Premier League on elite clubs.

    His remarks come in the wake of multiple top-tier teams being knocked out in the Round of 16 of the MTN FA Cup, a development he believes was influenced by the league’s disruption.

    In an interview with Graphic Sports, Achiaw acknowledged the necessity of the break but argued that it created an uneven playing field. He explained that while Premier League clubs were sidelined, lower-tier teams continued competing in their respective leagues, maintaining their match fitness and competitive edge.

    According to Achiaw, the disruption placed elite teams at a disadvantage, affecting their performance in crucial cup fixtures. He called for better scheduling to prevent similar setbacks in future seasons.

    “Because the league was on break, most of the players were not taking training seriously because they knew they wouldn’t play any league matches,” Achiaw explained.

    “As a result, they became rusty and struggled against lower-division teams who were still actively playing in their league.”

    Despite the challenges, Achiaw welcomed the league’s resumption this weekend, noting that it would allow clubs to engage in more competitive matches rather than relying on warm-up games against weaker opponents.

    “We also suffered the same fate due to rustiness, but we are confident we can still fight for a good position in the league, even after being docked three points this season,” he stated.

    The Ghana Premier League was temporarily suspended following the tragic stabbing of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley, during a Matchday 19 clash at Nana Kronmansah Park.

    In response to the incident, league authorities paused the competition to address security concerns and implement enhanced safety measures.

    With the necessary protocols now in place, the league is set to resume this weekend, with Matchday 20 fixtures scheduled to take place across various venues nationwide.

  • Bechem Ued announces GHC 100k reward to capture the murderer of Kotoko supporter

    Bechem Ued announces GHC 100k reward to capture the murderer of Kotoko supporter

    Premier League club, Bechem United, has offered a GHC100,000 reward for information about the suspect who killed Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as “Nana Pooley.”

    Pooley was stabbed during a Matchday 19 game between Nsoatreman FC and Kotoko at Nana Kronmansah Park.

    On Monday, Asante Kotoko’s Communications Director, Sarfo Duku, named a man called Brimah as the suspect. Brimah is currently on the run, and the Ghana Police Service is searching for him.

    Bechem United has taken a strong stand against hooliganism by offering this reward to help catch the suspect.

    “Bechem United FC takes bold stand against hooliganism, offers GHC100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the murderer of late Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong (Nana Pooley),” the club stated.

    Statement below:

    After the tragic event, the Ghana Premier League has been temporarily halted. But the FA Cup Round of 16 games will still take place this weekend across the country.

    In the meantime, Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku is scheduled to visit Asante Kotoko on Thursday to discuss Pooley’s passing further.

  • Bechem United sack Bismark Kobi Mensah

    Bechem United sack Bismark Kobi Mensah

    Bechem United, a Ghana Premier League team, has reportedly parted ways with coach Bismark Kobi Mensah due to the team’s unimpressive performance so far this season.

    Kobi Mensah, who previously coached Karela United, joined Bechem United before the start of the 2023/24 season, replacing Kasim Ocansey Mingle, who left to join Nations FC.

    Despite a slow start to the season, Bechem United showed improvement, going unbeaten for ten games in the first half of the season. However, their inconsistency has led to Kobi Mensah’s departure.

    The team has struggled since the league resumed, losing narrowly to Nsoatreman FC in their previous game.

    It is unclear who will replace Kobi Mensah, but sources suggest that former Great Olympics coach Annor Walker could be a top candidate.

    Bechem United is currently in ninth place with 26 points after 18 games, having won 7, drawn 5, and lost 6.

    They will face league leaders Samartex this weekend under the guidance of an interim coach as they look to improve their performance.

  • Bechem Utd’s Hafiz Konkoni claims he has received offers from Arab and European clubs

    Bechem Utd’s Hafiz Konkoni claims he has received offers from Arab and European clubs

    Striker for Bechem United, Wontah Konkoni, has garnered significant attention from clubs in Europe, Egypt, and Morocco, all competing for the opportunity to sign him.

    Ghanaian football giants, Hearts of Oak, are also keen on acquiring the 24-year-old’s services as they aim to improve their goal-scoring performance in the upcoming season.

    Having showcased his talents in the local league, Konkoni has firmly established himself as one of the top strikers in the region, demonstrating his readiness to take on new challenges.

    During the last season, he impressively scored 15 goals, narrowly missing the club’s top scorer title, held by Abednego Tetteh, who outperformed him by just three goals.

    Konkoni received a call-up to Ghana’s senior national team—an honor he earned under the watchful eye of head coach Chris Hughton.

    In an interview with Ghanasportspage.com, the forward confirmed that clubs from Europe and Arab nations, including Egypt and Morocco, have expressed keen interest in securing his services.

    “I have received offers from other countries including Europe and Arab. Clubs from Egypt and Morocco are also showing interest.”

  • Price tag worth $50,000 placed on defender Kofi Agbesimah

    Price tag worth $50,000 placed on defender Kofi Agbesimah

    Bechem United, a prominent team in the Ghana Premier League, has placed a price tag of $50,000 on their reliable defender, Kofi Agbesimah.

    The 26-year-old player has garnered significant attention from various clubs after impressing with his outstanding performances for the Hunters during the previous season. Since joining Bechem United in 2018 from Bectero FC, Agbesimah has consistently demonstrated his skills and prowess on the field.

    His exceptional abilities have made him a top priority for several clubs, including Nsoatreman FC and Hearts of Oak, among others.

    However, Bechem United’s Director of Operations, Francis Addae, made it clear that they will not entertain any transfer offers below the set price of $50,000 for the talented defender.

    “We have informed Hearts of Oak about the transfer fee of our player. We have set a price tag of $50,000, so if they really need him they must be able to meet our demands. He deserves such amount because he is one of the best center-backs in the country at the moment” he told Kumasi FM.

    Agbesimah has five-and-a-half months left on his current contract.

    The defender has made 125 appearances in the Ghana Premier League, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist.

  • Bechem United to accept only foreign affairs for its players

    Bechem United to accept only foreign affairs for its players

    In the current transfer window, Bechem United, a Ghana Premier League club, has made the decision not to transfer their players to other domestic clubs.

    Several players from the team, including Seth Kwadwo Baah, Hafiz Konkoni, Francis, Emmanuel Avornyo, and others, have attracted attention from both local and international clubs due to their impressive performances in the previous season.

    Nonetheless, the newly appointed coach of Bechem United, Bismark Kobi Mensah, has revealed that the club will only consider selling their players if foreign offers are presented.

    “I have been told that the club is not ready to accept any offer for any of their players unless it comes from a foreign club. Thus I will most likely have the core of the team to build on,” Kobi Mensah told Onua Sports.

    “I am also fortunate to have inherited the good players Kassim Mingle worked with,” he added.

    Before joining the Hunters, Kobi Mensah managed Great Olympics in arguably the most difficult job of his career where he met an unsettled team which were battling relegation.

    He managed to lead the two-time Ghana Premier League champions to a 14th place finish narrowly escaping demotion.

  • Nations FC elects Kasim Ocansey Mingle as Head Coach

    Nations FC elects Kasim Ocansey Mingle as Head Coach

    Nations FC, a newly promoted team, has appointed Kasim Ocansey Mingle from Bechem United as their new Head Coach for the upcoming 2023/24 Ghana Premier League season.

    After successfully earning promotion from the Division One League, Nations FC has set its sights on becoming a prominent club in the top flight.

    Johnson Smith, the former coach of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, who played a crucial role in securing the promotion, will join Mingle as an assistant coach.

    The team is optimistic about their new coaching staff and aims to make a mark in the Ghana Premier League.

    Kasim Mingle has established himself as one of the top coaches in the domestic top-flight following back-to-back performances in the league with the Hunters.

    After 34 matches in the Ghana Premier League this season, Kasim Mingle’s Bechem United amassed 54 points in 34 matches, where they finished 3rd on the league log behind Aduana FC and eventual Champions Medeama SC.

  • Ghana Premier League: Bechem United defeated Great Olympics 3-0

    Ghana Premier League: Bechem United defeated Great Olympics 3-0

    Bechem United defeated Great Olympics on Sunday at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park by a score of 3-0.

    Both teams played aggressively in the opening minutes of the game, with Bechem United controlling possession.

    However midfielder Abdul Karim gave Bechem United the lead in the 26th minute with a goal.

    In the second half, Great Olympics came out with renewed enthusiasm and tried to get back into the game.
    Hafiz Konkoni, however, scored twice in as many minutes for Bechem United to score once more.
    His hat trick put the game out of Great Olympics’ reach, and Bechem United sped to a decisive victory.

    Bechem United is currently 13th on the league table with 23 points after 18 games and Bechem United is 2nd with 30 points after 18 games.

    Bechem United will take on reigning Ghana Premier League champions Asante Kotoko in their next league game while the Dade boys will clash with the Phobians.

  • Ghana Premier League: Bechem United vs. Great Olympians, Week 18 Match Preview

    Ghana Premier League: Bechem United vs. Great Olympians, Week 18 Match Preview

    Sunday afternoon at Nana Fosu Gyeabour Field in Bechem, Bechem United will host Accra Great Olympics in a matchday 18 matchup.

    Under previous Coach Yaw Preko, Accra Great Olympics defeated Bechem United 1-0 in the first leg at the Accra Sports stadium.
    Yet after a succession of disappointing outcomes, the former Ghana international was fired and Bismark Kobby Mensah took his place.

    Great Olympics is in tenth place with 23 points, while Bechem United is in fourth with three wins, one tie, and one loss in their previous five games.

    Bechem United possible starting lineup: Cephas Kofi Mantey, Emmanuel Ababio, Seth Kwadwo, Iddrisu Abdulai, Agbesimah Kofi, Emmanuel Avornyo, Aaron Essel, Foster Appiah, Francis Twene, Gabriel Yapy Tenlep, Hafiz Wontah Konkoni

    Accra Great Olympics possible starting lineup: Stephen Kwaku, Raymond Grippman, Amos Acheampong, Abdul Bashiru, Solomon Adomako, Razak Kasim, Ebenezer Sekyere, Rodney Appiah, Emmanuel Akesseh, Offei Ofori Gideon, Emmanuel Mensah

    Hafiz Wontah Konkoni of Bechem United is the player to watch in this encounter.

    Predicted scoreline: 2-1 the home side will take advantage of playing in front of their fans to grab the three points.

  • 2022/23 Ghana Premier League: Week 17 Match Report – Bechem United 0-0 Aduana Stars

    2022/23 Ghana Premier League: Week 17 Match Report – Bechem United 0-0 Aduana Stars

    Ghana Premier League leaders Aduana Stars consolidated their position on the log by holding Bechem United to a goalless draw at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour Park on Friday afternoon.

    The Ogya Boys extend their lead on the summit to five points. They have amassed 32 points from 17 matches while second-placed Bechem have 27 points, followed Asante Kotoko who are on 27 points.

    Bechem trainer Kassim Ocansey Mingle made no changes to the team that lost narrowly to Berekum Chelsea in the last round last week at Golden City Park. He went into the game with the same starting lineup.

    Newly signed Burkinabe forward Aboubacar Tilourba was brought in the second half to make his debut for the Hunters, replacing Emmanuel Avornyo.

    On the other hand, Paa Kwesi Fabin made a few alterations to the team that beat Nsoatreman FC 2-0 in the last league game at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa Ahenkro.

    Richard Danso returned from suspension to take his place in the starting eleven. Yaw Ansah Fufuro continued to keep the posts in the absence of the captain Joseph Addo who is nursing an injury.

    Kelvin Obeng who joined from Chelsea a few days ago was handed a starting role against Bechem while Hans Kwofie was named on the bench.

    The Hunters dominated the first half by seeing a majority of the ball possession but they failed to create decent scoring opportunities from it. The first period of the match ended scoreless.

    Bechem continued to be dominant in the second half yet they failed to make it count in goals scoring as Aduana remained compact and resolute at the back.

    Aduana will finish the first half of the 2022-23 campaign at the top of the league standings notwithstanding results from the other matchday 17 fixtures on Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

  • 2022/23 Ghana Premier League: Week 12 Match Report- Samartex FC 1-0 Bechem United

    2022/23 Ghana Premier League: Week 12 Match Report- Samartex FC 1-0 Bechem United

    Samartex has returned to winning ways after defeating Bechem United in matchday 11 of the Ghana Premier League.

    The Timber boys earned a hard-fought victory at their home grounds on Wednesday afternoon.

    Samartex secured all points at stake, thanks to a goal in the final 10 minutes in the crucial encounter.

    They are no more in the relegation zone due to the win against the Hunters on home turf.

    The victory is their third of the season, ending a three-game losing streak, and they will look for more to extend their stay in the top flight.

    Seidu Abubakar scored in the 83rd minute, and despite Bechem United’s best efforts, they were unable to equalise.

    Samartex have moved two points clear of the relegation zone, while Bechem United are still sixth but could drop to the bottom on Thursday.

  • MTN FA Cup: Kotoko beat Bechem United on penalties to progress into round of 32

    Asante Kotoko defeated Bechem United 4-2 on penalties after some heroics from goalkeeper Frederick Asare on Monday afternoon.

    The Porcupine warriors had their leaky backline to blame after taking an early 2-0 lead and watching helplessly as Bechem United leveled the scores to make it 2-2.

    Kotoko started the game strongly and dominated for long spells as they made their dominance count with in-form Ugandan striker Steven Dese Mukwala getting the opener in just the fifth minute of the game.

    Three minutes after the opening goal, the lethal striker added his second of the game after running onto a through pass to make it 2-0 Kotoko and score his fifth goal in competitions for the reds.

    Bechem United began to up the ante and their efforts were duly rewarded with a goal in the 18th minute from Isaiah Nyarko to make it 2-1.

    Asante Kotoko withstood the pressure as they went into the halftime break with a slender 2-1 lead.

    After recess, Bechem United was all over Asante Kotoko in search of the equalizer as the reds played on the counter break.

    The hunters finally profited as the impressive Francis Twene scored the leveler through a deflected free kick to send the game into a penalty shoot-out.

    Bechem United nearly snatches a win as Seth Kwadwo sent wide a shot from a corner when he had the gaping goal at his mercy.

    Kotoko goalie Frederick Asare was the hero as he saved two penalties as the reds won 4-2 to book a  place in the round of 32.

  • 2022/23 Ghana Premier League Week 5: Match Report – Karela United 1-0 Bechem United

    Karela United returned to winning ways with a 1-0 victory over Bechem United on match week five of the Ghana Premier League on Sunday.

    Enoch Agbenyo’s lone strike in the 29th minute sealed all three points for the host at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park.

    The win lifts Karela United to 4th on the league table after five matches played so far.

    Karela have nine points, four points behind leaders Aduana Stars.

    By virtue of the slim victory, the Passioners kept their 100% home record intact following wins over Tamale City and Dreams FC.

    Bechem United failed to build on their win over Asante Kot0ko in an outstanding fixture.

    The Hunters have now lost all their away matches this season which includes Great Olympics and Bibiani Gold Stars.

    Karela United will travel to Accra to take on Hearts of Oak on match week six while Bechem United take on Accra Lions.

  • 2022/23 GPL: Week 5 Match Preview – Karela United vs Bechem United

    Karela United suffered a heavy defeat last week in the Ghana Premier League and so the best way to respond is to account for Bechem United on home turf on Sunday, 6 November 2022.

    The Passioners were humbled 3-0 at newly-promoted Nsoatreman United and that was a bit of surprise scoreline for week 4.

    Bismark Kobby Mensah and his boys have won all previous two matches played at the Crosby Awuah Memorial Park.

    The opening day 1-0 win over Tamale City and then a resounding 2-0 victory over Dreams FC.

    But they have to dig deep to maintain their 100% home record.

    Bechem United are on cloud nine after the midweek 2-0 success over defending champions Asante Kotoko at home in an outstanding fixture.

    However, they are without a point on the road this season after losing at Great Olympics and Bibiani Gold Stars.

    Source: Ghana Soccer Net

  • Bechem United beat Asante Kotoko 2-0 in outstanding fixture

    Bechem United defeated Asante Kotoko by 2-0 in an outstanding matchday two encounter of the 2022/23 Ghana Premier League season at the Nana Fosu Gyeabour park on Thursday, November 3rd.

    The highly competitive game saw both sides creating chances in the opening minutes of the game but Bechem United were awarded a penalty after the ball came off the hands of a Kotoko player in his own box.

    Kofi Agbesimah converted the penalty kick in the 23rd minute to send Bechem United into the break with a deserved lead.

    Kotoko returned after the break as a more determined side but were unlucky in front of goal.

    A counterattack from Bechem United led to the second goal after Clinton Dodoo went on the run into Kotoko’s box and found Emmanuel Avornyo who sealed the 2-0 victory for Bechem United in the 63rd minute.

    Kotoko were later reduced to 10 men in the 86th minute after Steven Amankonah clashed with the referee and his assistant.

    The win has seen Bechem United climb to 8th on the Ghana Premier League table while Kotoko stays in the 5th spot, a win for the Porcupines would have sent them top of the table.

  • Ghana forward Augustine Okrah shortlisted for Simba SC Player of the Month award for October

    Former Bechem United winger Augustine Okrah has been nominated for Simba SC Player of the Month award for October following his impressive displays for the club.

    The 29-year-old will come up against Joash Onyango and Mzamiru Yassin for the accolade with the winner set to be determined by an online voting by the Simba fans across the clubs social networks.

    Okrah scored three goals and provided one assist for Simba last month.

    He netted in the Kariakoo Derby when his side were held to a 1-1 draw against bitterest rivals Young Africans SC in Dar es Salaam.

    He also hit a brace or Simba in their 5-0 victory over Mbitwa Sugar FC 5-0 last Sunday.

     

    The Ghana forward has scored four and registered two assists for Simba in the Tanzanian Premier League this season.

    Simba are currently second on the league table with 17 points, three points behind leaders Young Africans after eight matches played so far.

    Okrah will hope to be named in Ghana’s final squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

    Source: Footballghana

  • Bechem United get new technical director, Kasim Gökyildiz

    Ghana Premier League club, Bechem United have gone into an official arrangement with Turkish Coach Kasim Gökyildiz.

    Kasim Gökyildiz now becomes the club’s new technical director.

    This forms part of the Ghana Premier League club’s effort to strengthen its technical bench ahead of the 2022/23 football season.

    Gökyildiz worked in the background for the Bechem-based club last season but has now signed a contract to become an official member of the technical team of the Hunters.

    He will be working closely with Bechem United head coach Kassim Mingle next season.

    The club did well last season and could have easily finished the campaign with a trophy.

    Unfortunately, a dip in form saw Bechem United missing out on the Ghana Premier League title before being beaten by Hearts of Oak in the finals of the MTN FA Cup.

     

     

  • Bechem United beat Great Olympics on penalties in first match of tournament

    At the Accra Sports Stadium, Great Olympics squared off against Bechem United, a team from the same division in the Ghana Premier League, in the opening match of the preseason competition.

    The 2022 edition of the GHALCA Top 6 tournament started Wednesday, August 17, 2022.

    Great Olympics battled to a scoreless draw with Bechem United after the full 90 minutes of play.

    Up next for Great Olympics, the team will take on Karela United on August 21.

    For Bechem United, the club has secured qualification to the next round of the tournament thanks to the victory today.

    Coach Kassim Mingle and his charges are expected to return to training on Thursday to begin preparation for the next match of the GHALCA Top 6 tournament against Karela United on August 24.

    Source:footballghana.com

  • MTN FA Cup highlights as Hearts of Oak beat 10-man Bechem United to defend title

    Hearts of Oak on Sunday evening recorded a 2-1 comeback win against Bechem United to emerge as Champions of the 2021/22 MTN FA Cup competition.

    The victory in the final means that the Phobians have successfully defended the title they won last season.

    On the matchday, Bechem United took the lead in the final minutes of the first half as fans at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium went frenzy.

    Unfortunately, the celebrations will not last. Hearts of Oak equalised through Caleb Amankwa whose goal cancelled out the earlier strike from Emmanuel Avornyo.

    Later in the second half, Hearts of Oak put up a determined performance that saw the team impress even the neutral fans.

    On the hour mark, the defending champions made their efforts count with a good team play which was finished off by birthday boy Daniel Afriyie Barnieh.

    Six minutes later, Bechem United star man Augustine Okrah received a red card after an attack on a linesman, forcing the team to finish the match with 10 men.

    In the end, Hearts of Oak did well to manage time to secure a 2-1 win in the final to retain the MTN FA Cup title.

    Source: Football Ghana

  • GPL: Samba flavoured Kotoko pummel Bechem United to go third

    Kumasi Asante Kotoko crushed Bechem United at the Obuasi Len Clay Stadium on Wednesday afternoon in their outstanding Ghana Premier League game.

    The match initially was scheduled to be played on 25th February, 2021 but was rescheduled due to torrential rains at Kotoko’s then home grounds the Accra Sports Stadium.

    Kumasi Asante Kotoko shot into the lead with a ferocious free-kick from centre back Ismail Abdul Ganiyu from about 30 yards to open the scores for Kotoko in the 12th minute.

    Silky Brazilian midfielder Fabio Gama added the second goal after being teed up by Andy Kumi before unleashing a fierce shot into the bottom corner of the net to double Kotoko’s lead in the 42nd minute.

    After scoring the goal the Brazilian dedicated the goal to his pregnant wife Aniele Ribiero who is carrying their second child.

    Andy Kumi flicked home deftly with the back of his head from a perfect cross from full-back Imoro Ibrahim in the 63rd minute to give Kotoko a three nil lead and his first goal for the club.

    The porcupine warriors acquired the talented striker from lower-tier side Unistar Academy during the second round of the transfer window.

    He came on briefly in their 1-1 drawn game against Techiman Eleven Wonders last Saturday.

    Three minutes after coming on as a substitute for Kumasi Asante Kotoko in the Ghana Premier League for his debut, Michael Vinicius scored.

    The Brazilian import was introduced into the game in the 79th minute as a replacement for Francis Andy Kumi.

    Three minutes later he was celebrating wildly after he scored a fortuitous goal on his debut to give Kotoko a 4-0 win.

    Augustine Okrah hit the upright with a shot, and from the rebound, Godfred Asiamah’s low shot is blocked but only as far as Michael Vinicius, who curled it home for a goal on his debut.

    Kotoko’s 4-0 triumph means they lie third on the league table two points adrift league leader Great Olympics.

    Source: Ghana Guardian

  • 2020/21 Ghana Premier League: Week 8 Match Preview- Bechem United v King Faisal

    Bechem United will be hoping to recover from the 6-1 defeat suffered at the hands of Hearts of Oak when they host strugglers King Faisal at the Nana Gyeabuor Park on Sunday. 

    The Hunters have been in good form in the ongoing campaign despite the defeat to Hearts and currently lie second on the table.

    Bechem United prepared for the match against King Faisal with a friendly encounter against Kapsport management FC. A game they won 11-0.

    The former FA Cup winners have won four games, drawn two, and lost just a game in seven matches. They still hold a 100 percent record at home this season.

    Meanwhile, their opponents, King Faisal are set for another relegation dogfight as they find themselves 17th on the 18 team league table.

    King Faisal have won just a game and are one of the bad travelers in the 2020/21 Ghana Premier League.

    Bechem United will rely on key men Hafiz Konkoni and Prince Kwabena Adu to deliver the goals against King Faisal.

    King Faisal and Bechem United have identical records in the Ghana Premier League, having met three times, winning a game apiece and drawing one.

    Prediction: Bechem United 2-0 King Faisal 

    Source: Ghana Soccernet

  • GPL Week 5 Preview – Inter Allies vs. Bechem United

    Inter Allies FC will be looking for a rebound on Saturday when they take on Bechem United at the Accra Sports Stadium in the Ghana Premier League.

    The capital-based side suffered a 1-0 defeat in the hands of King Faisal Babes FC in Techiman in their last league fixture.

    Inter Allies currently lie at the 11th position managing a single victory from four matches so far in the season and drawn once and lost twice.

    Head coach Tony Lokko has exited the club following a mutual termination on Wednesday leaving the position vacant.

    Technical director and youth development director Henrik Peters Lehm takes over on the interim for Saturday’s game.

    Goalkeeper Rashid Seidu has been named the club’s player of the month and is expected to replicate his form against the Hunters.

    Richmond Nii Lamptey is expected to be fit for this weekend’s match after missing the game against King Faisal through an injury.

    Bechem United make a second trip to the Greater Accra this season aiming to protect their unbeaten streak after three games.

    They opened their campaign in Dansoman where they held Liberty Professionals to a 1-1 draw coming from behind.

    The Hunters have recorded a win and a draw in their other two matches against WAFA SC and Aduana Stars respectively.

    Bechem have managed only a draw in their five previous games as guests to Inter Allies and have lost all of the last three in the Ghana premiership.

    Kwaku Danso and his men would want to change the status quo on Saturday at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    Striker Prince Kwabena Adu didn’t make the journey to Dormaa Ahenkro to face Aduana in the last fixture.

    The prolific attacker is expected back in the fold for Bechem for the trip to Accra as he looks to find his mojo this campaign. He is yet to get to his best.

    Source: Ghana Soccernet

  • 2019/2020 Ghana Premier League: Aduana Stars vs Bechem United

    Aduana Stars and Bechem United will lock horns in a high profile regional derby on Sunday.

    The matchday three encounter is scheduled to be played at the Nana Agyemang Badu Park in Dormaa.

    The Ogya boys come into the fixture at the back of a 1-1 draw with King Faisal last weekend after their first match of the season against Hearts was rescheduled.

    Aduana Coach Paa Kwesi Fabin will have to mastermind a strategy without his talismanic striker Yahaya Mohammed who is expected to be sidelined for some time with a shoulder injury.

    While the Hunters are in high spirits following their 1-0 win over WAFA on match day 2.

    They also managed to hold Liberty Professionals to a 1-1 draw in their first game and currently sit 3rd on the league standings.

    In the last five meetings between the two clubs, Aduana Stars have had the upper hand with three wins, two draws, and no defeats.

    Probable line-ups:

    Aduana Stars XI

    Joseph Addo (GK) , Isaac Kwain ,Caleb Amankwah, Farouk Adams, Tijani Joshua, Prince Acquah, Flavio Kouassi Kongoza, Oba Ikama Ulitch, Bright Adjei, Samuel Bio, Yahaya Mohammed.

    Bechem United XI

    Daniel Afadzwu (GK), Agbesimah Kofi, Asante Emmanuel, Charles Amponsah Bosompem, Owusu Boakye Emmanuel, Adamu Mohammed, Moro Salifu, Caleb Asamoah, Hafiz Konkoni, Charles Mensah, Stephen Owusu

    Match officials

    REFEREE: MUSAH MUBARIK

    ASSISTANTS: MUMUNI FUSEINI & THOMAS NGINDIEYE

    4TH REFEREE: BISMARK APPIAH

    MATCH COMMISSIONER: A.S. SEIDU

    VENUE MEDIA OFFICER: VINCENT AMPAABEN

    Source: footballmadeinghana.com

  • Hafiz Konkoni signs new contract with Bechem United

    Forward Hafiz Konkoni has signed a new contract with Ghana Premier League side Bechem United.

    The forward’s current deal was due to run out at the end of the 2021 season but he has extended his stay beyond the summer.

    The 20-year-old will now stay at the club until at least the end of the 2022 season.

    Konkoni has signed a six-month contract extension despite interest from some clubs in the country and abroad.

    The club also handed Emmanuel Asante a year contract extension.

    Bechem United began the 2020/21 season with a draw against Liberty Professionals last Monday.

    They will host WAFA on Saturday, November, 21 at the Nana Gyeabuor Park on matchday two of the Ghana Premier League.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Bechem United CEO proposes quarterly meetings for GFA stakeholders

    Bechem United owner, Kingsley Owusu Achiaw, has proposed quarterly stakeholders meeting for the Ghana FA for members to discuss issues on Ghana football.

    Agama as popularly known in the football circles said this will ensure the Ghana FA is transparent in its activities and also inform and seek ideas from relevant stakeholders on how to develop and market the game.

    He explained that the stakeholders could comprise of three members each from the Ghana Football Association, Ghana League Clubs Association (GHALCA), Referees Association of Ghana (RAG) and the media.

    “In my view, quarterly the GFA, GHALCA, referees and the media should appoint three people from each group so they can meet and discuss issues affecting the game as well as measures to promote it.

    “Through this, the media especially can send a good message to the public to also promote the brand and image of Ghana football. When it happens this way it will help in securing sponsorship for the GFA.

    “The FA should try and make it audited accounts available every quarterly to the public so those who invest their money in the game will have some hope.

    (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});“Football is a very big business and we have a lot of prominent people doing football and we should hold the game in high esteem”, he added.

    Agama also advised GFA president not to see anybody as opposition but ensure unity within the Football fraternity in order to achieve the needed success.

    Source: Ghana Soccernet

  • Bechem United Chief confirms eight players will be sold after coronavirus

    Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bechem United, Nana Kwasi Darlington has confirmed that the club will part ways with eight key players after the Coronavirus pandemic that has wrecked the world.

    Clubs have shown interest in the Hunters players after impressing in the scrapped 2019/2020 Ghana Premier League.

    According to Nana Kwasi Darlington, the players are being tracked by both domestic and foreign clubs forcing the team to do away with them.

    He disclosed that several agents are on his neck demanding the services of his star man Prince Adu Kwabena who bagged 11 goals in 12 games in the GPL that has been cancelled.

    “Currently, there are 43 agents who are chasing for the availability of our striker, Prince Adu Kwabena,” he told Nhyira FM

    “Again, eight of our first eleven players will be sold out after this COVID-19 pandemic. We will replace them with our junior team players.”

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Cancellation of football season will affect many of our players – Bechem United CEO

    Professor Nana Kwesi Darlington has argued that the abrogation of the 2019/20 football season will greatly affect the players of the club.

    After football came to a halt in mid-March, the Ghana FA on Tuesday, June 30 announced the cancellation of the season.

    The FA were hoping to resume football behind closed doors but the proposal tabled before government Covid-19 team was rejected.

    This is the third successive year football in the country has failed to come to an end and according to the vociferous football administrators, the cancellation of the season will affect his players greatly.

    “It worries me but it’s a majority decision so there is nothing I can do. We’ve never ended the league for three consecutive years and it’s a bad image to the GFA,” Prof. Darlington told OTEC FM.

    “It’s (Bechem United) our biggest blow because we think about the players first and (taking them outside) enhances their future so this decision has affected many of the players,” he added.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Bechem United CEO unhappy with government decision to extend ban on sporting activities

    Bechem United Chief Executive Officer Nana Akwasi Darlington has expressed his disappointment following the government’s decision to extend the ban on sporting activities.

    On Sunday, President Nana Akufo-Addo-Addo announced the directive during his 10th address on the measures taken against the spread of the coronavirus.

    All football leagues in the country have been halted since mid-March due to the coronavirus pandemic as part of measures to help curb the spread of the disease.

    “The President didn’t meet our expectation because we were expecting something different from what he said,” he told Opemsuo FM.

    “The pandemic has come to stay with us and because of that, we should find cogent measures to curtail the situation to pave way for football to resume other than being halted. We cannot continue to at home.”

    The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has said it will wait until at least June 30 to make a decision on the future of the league.

    The 2019/20 Premier League was at its match week 15 stage when it was halted with Aduana Stars leading the table with 28 points.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • We should not end the 2019/20 league season – Bechem United CEO

    Bechem United Chief Executive Officer Nana Kwasi Darlington claims the 2019/20 league season should be not be cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak.

    All football leagues in the country have been halted since mid-March due to the pandemic as part of measures to help curb the spread of the disease.

    The return of the topflight remains uncertain with opinions divided as to whether it should be continued or cancelled.

    The German Bundesliga became the first topflight to resume football since the outbreak of the disease and other leagues such as the English Premier League, LaLiga and Serie A are expected to follow suit in June.

    “We should not end the league because of the COVID-19, but we should continue. I won’t opt for cancellation, or it being truncated,” he told Opemsuo Sports in an interview.

    “We should copy what Germany and England are doing since the deadly disease has come to stay with us,” he concluded.

    The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has said it will wait until at least June 30 to make a decision on the future of the league.

    The 2019/20 Premier League was at its match week 15 stage when it was halted with Aduana Stars leading the table with 28 points.

    Source: footballghana.com

  • Bechem United coach involved in car accident

    Bechem United coach Evans Owusu has been involved in an accident, Happy Sports can report.

    The Ghana Premier League coach was on his way to Accra when that unfortunate incident happened on Wednesday at 11:30pm.

    Evans Owusu who was traveling in a VIP Bus with registration number GT 5008-18 which collided head-on with an articulator truck.

    Happy Sports understands that an overtaking by the VIP Bus driver led to the collision.

    Four people have been reported to be dead.

    The coach is currently on admission at the Konongo Government Hospital responding to treatment.

    Source: happyghana.com

  • Government must come to the aid of clubs – Bechem United striker

    Bechem United striker, Hafiz Konkoni has endorsed calls for government to support clubs financially as there is no league due to the coronavirus pandemic.

    Most of the Ghana Premier League clubs are calling for government’s support because there is no matches which can benefit them to pay the players.

    Hafiz Konkoni revealed on Tru 92.FM sports that it is in the right direction to call for government’s support.

    “I heard that there is a proposal to the president. It is in the good direction to seek for government’s support because there is no ongoing matches to benefit from the gate fees.

    “It is the big problem for the clubs but is in the good direction because some of the presidents in other contraries have given their FAs money to help the clubs. The government should suppot the clubs.

    Source: Richmond K Entsie/Contributor

  • GFA suspends Bechem United coach Kwaku Danso

    The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has slapped Bechem United head coach Kwaku Danso with a three-match suspension and a fine of GH¢5000 [€800] for “misconduct” during a Premier League match.

    The punishment is in relation to his behaviour during a matchweek eight clash with Medeama.

    He was charged on four counts.

    “Count One indicated that Kwaku Danso interfered with the progress of the match in the 88th minute of the match against Medeama by making disparaging comments about the referee, which brought the match to a temporary stop contrary to Regulation 34(1)(a) of the GFA Premier League Regulations (2019),” the GFA announced in a statement via its official website.

    “Count Two indicated that, Kwaku Danso allegedly incited the players against the match officials contrary to Regulation 34(1)(b) of the Premier League Regulations and Article 11(1) of the GFA Disciplinary Code(2019). The particulars of the offence also indicated that after Medeama scored a goal and while the referee was about to restart play, the head coach led two other officials of Bechem United onto the field of play to question the Referee as the propriety of the 15 minutes time added on.

    “Count Three indicated that Kwaku Danso allegedly used abusive language against the match officials after the match impugning their integrity and competence contrary to Regulation 34(3) (c) of the GFA Premier League Regulations(2019) and Articles 11(2) (b) and 11(2) (d) of the GFA Disciplinary Code(2020).

    “Count Four indicated that the Head Coach allegedly made remarks which implied improper conduct and bias on the part of the Referee bringing the game into disrepute contrary to Regulation 34(6)(d) of the GFA Premier League Regulations.”

    Danso was not the only member of his club to cop a fine and suspension as Osei Yaw Collins and Godfred Yeboah Berko were also similarly punished.

    Bechem currently are eighth on the league table.

    Source: Goal.com

  • Bechem United CEO confirms five players will be sold

    Bechem United CEO Nana Kwasi Darlington has confirmed that the club is set to part ways with 5 of their key players.

    Clubs have shown interest in the Hunters players after impressing so far in the Ghana Premier League.

    According to Nana Kwasi Darlington, the listed player are being tracked by both domestic and foreign clubs forcing the team to do away with them.

    The players include teen sensation and the club’s leading scorer Prince Adu Kwabena, former MTN FA Cup final MVP Yaw Annor and midfield kingpin Moro Salifu. Owusu Boakye and Charles Amponsah are the other two on the list.

    “Both foreign and local clubs have made inquiries on five (5) top players of Bechem untied, Prince Adu Kwabena, Charles Amponsah, Moro Salifu, Yaw Annor, and Owusu Boakye are players to be sold out to different clubs both foreign and Ghana,” he told OTEC FM.

    Prince Adu Kwabena has netted 8 times this season and has already attracted interest from both Hearts and Kotoko.

    Moro Salifu has also emerged on the radar of Aduana Stars and Asante Kotoko with Yaw Annor a target of Legon Cities FC.

    Bechem United sit 8th on the 18-team Ghana Premier League with 22 points, trailing leaders by Aduana Stars by 6 points.

    Meanwhile, the Ghana Premier League is on break after all sporting activities were put on hold due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Source: Footballmadeinghana.com

  • Bechem United to sell five of key players- C.E.O reveals

    Chief Executive Officer of Bechem United, Prof. Nana Kwasi Darlington has revealed that the club will sell five of its most valuable players in the transfer window.

    The players include teen sensation and the club’s leading scorer Prince Adu Kwabena, former MTN FA Cup final MVP Yaw Annor and midfield kingpin Moro Salifu.

    Owusu Boakye and Charles Amponsah are the other two players on the list.

    According to Nana Kwasi Darlington, the listed players are being tracked by both domestic and foreign clubs forcing the team to do away with them.

    “Both foreign and local clubs have made inquiries on five (5) top players of Bechem untied, Prince Adu Kwabena, Charles Amponsah, Moro Salifu, Yaw Annor, and Owusu Boakye are players to be sold out to different clubs both foreign and Ghana,” he told OTEC FM.

    Prince Adu Kwabena has netted 8 times this season and has already attracted interest from both Hearts and Kotoko.

    Moro Salifu has also emerged on the radar of Aduana Stars and Asante Kotoko with Yaw Annor a target of Legon Cities FC.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Bechem United will not break camp amid coronavirus concerns- CEO

    Bechem United Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Nana Kwesi Darlington says the club will not break camp despite the suspension of the league due to the coronavirus outbreak.

    A directive from the Government of Ghana on Monday has seen all public gathering suspended for the next four weeks due to the Covid-19 which has seen most Premier League clubs break camp.

    Bechem United intends to keep players in camp and continue with their normal activities till the league resumes.

    “The players are still in camp and we are yet to release them”, Nana Kwesi Darlington told Asempa FM.

    He explained that as part of the clubs policy to prevent their players from getting the virus, the players will remain in camp so they do not get infected with the virus when they are released.

    “What if we allow the players to go home and they get infected by the disease. So we intend to keep them here in camp”.

    “Plans have been put in place for the players to be tested to ensure they are safe whilst in camp”.

    Bechem United lie eighth on the league log with 22 points after match day 15 of the 2019/20 Ghana Premier League.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Asante Kotoko to face Bechem United in Accra on Friday

    Asante Kotoko have announced that their Ghana Premier League match against Bechem United will be played on Friday night.

    The match will take place at the Accra Sports Stadium – the adopted home of Kotoko after the Baba Yara Stadium was closed for renovation works ahead of Ghana’s 63rd Independence Anniversary celebrations.

    We lace up for another Friday night football in Accra at 7 pm as we host Bechem United home away from home in day-12 of the Premier League.#AKSC

    Kotoko are in mini-crisis after back to back defeats. They were beaten by Aduana Stars in the league before being dumped out by second-tier side Asokwa Deportivo in the FA Cup.

    They will be hoping to return to winning ways against Bechem.

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

     

  • We have four clean-sheets – Hearts coach fires back at critics

    Interim coach of Accra Hearts of Oak, Edward Nii Odoom has fired back at critics who describe his players as defensively poor despite a goalless draw against Karela United on Wednesday.

    The experienced trainer says critics must be constructive in their submissions about his team, confirming they have kept four clean sheets.

    “With the exception of the result against Bechem United that saw us giving two goals away we have managed to put together four clean sheets so far this season,” he said after the draw against Karela United. “People will say that we make mistakes but they are part of mistakes. What we will do is to correct them and that is our job.

    “I need to add that the same players people criticise are the same players who helped us keep those clean sheets.” The Phobians are on a run of five games without defeat, but have only won two and drawn three.

    Hearts are currently seventh on the Premier League table, five points adrift of leaders Ashantigold.

    Source: ghanaguardian.com

  • GPL Week 11: Preview of Karela United vs Hearts of Oak

    After a last gasp win in Accra against Bechem  United, Hearts of Oak will look to extend their unbeaten run of games to five when they travel to the Akoon Park to play inconsistent Karela United.

    The match week 11 game in the Ghana Premier League is expected to produce an entertaining encounter with games between the two producing loads of goals.

    The last time Hearts of Oak traveled to play Karela United in the GPL, they were humbled by the ‘Anyinase’ Boys, a game they lost 3-1.

    However, the rivalry between the two was further enhanced with both teams qualifying to the semis of the Normalisation Special Cup from the Southern Zone.

    Ahead of Wednesday’s clash at the Akoon Park, Karela United have won only a game in their last five matches. A poor run of form that has characterised the club this season.

    Meanwhile, the Phobians have not lost a game since suffering a painful defeat to arch rivals Asante Kotoko in Accra on Match Day 6.

    The inform Ghanaian giants have an almost fit squad for the clash, with Mitchelle Sarpong set to return to the match day squad since returning from injury.

    Striker Kofi Kordzi has been the club’s livewire after his match winning exploits against Dreams FC and just over the weekend against Bechem United.

    Karela United attacker Diawise Taylor looks to have also found his goal-scoring boots after scoring in recent games.

    Prediction:

    Karela United 1-3 Hearts of Oak

    Source: GHANAsoccernet.com

  • Kordzi powers Hearts past Bechem United

    A last-gasp strike by Kofi Kordzi ensured Hearts defeated Bechem United 3-2 in a fascinating game at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    Kordzi scored two goals on the day while Fatau Mohammed grabbed the other goal. Prince Adu and Hafiz Konkoni were on the scoresheet for the Hunters.

    Hearts had a slow start to the game but created some decent chances in the early stages.

    Kordzi should have put the home side ahead in the 12th minute but his effort on goal was feeble as Bechem United goalkeeper Daniel Afadzw gathered safely.

    Hearts were on the front foot as they dominated possession half way through the first half.

    Bechem United took the lead against the run off play after Referee Benard Domfeh awarded the away side a penalty after Hafiz Konkoni was brought down in the penalty box.

    Prince Adu stepped up and struck home from 12 yards.

    There was more drama past the half hour mark after Referee Domfeh awarded Hearts a penalty under controversial circumstances.

    Kordzi made no mistake from 12 yards as he pulled parity for the Phobians.

    The game produced some thrilling attacking football, but the first half ended with both sides level.

    Hearts started the second half on the front foot playing some impressive football. Fatau Mohammed put Hearts in the lead in the 64th minute when he tapped in from close range after a shot from substitute Umar Manaf.

    Charles Bosomtwe could have pulled parity for the away side on the 73rd minute mark but his header sealed wide off the cross bar.

    Konkoni restored parity for the away side two minutes later after Randolf Augustine beautifully teed up the striker who calmly slotted from close range.

    Benjamin Effutu had a glorious opportunity to put Hearts in the lead in the 77th minute but he shockingly missed from five yards to the despair of the home supporters.

    The pressure from Hearts was relentless and deservedly grabbed the winner in stoppage time after Kordzi’s powerful header went past
    Bechem United goalie Afazdwu.

    Kofi Kordzi was later adjudged Man of the Match.

    Source: GNA