Pettiness is unnecessary; time to move on

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GHFUO, BE SERIOUS NOT PRIDEFUL! 10 years ago

KEYS TO BEAT ZAMBIA
532. ONLY 1 PLAYER FROM DEFENCE CAN OVERLAP.
PLAY THE COUNTER ATTCK.
DRIVE THE BALL TO THE ZAMBIA 18 BOX, CONSTANTLY.
DEFENDERS MUST CLEAR ALL BALLS AWAY FROM GH 18...

IN GM 1, KASA WAS THE ONLY GH ...
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KEYS TO BEAT ZAMBIA
532. ONLY 1 PLAYER FROM DEFENCE CAN OVERLAP.
PLAY THE COUNTER ATTCK.
DRIVE THE BALL TO THE ZAMBIA 18 BOX, CONSTANTLY.
DEFENDERS MUST CLEAR ALL BALLS AWAY FROM GH 18...

IN GM 1, KASA WAS THE ONLY GH PLAYER MAKING INROADS INTO THE ZAMBIAN 18,
IN THE 1STHALF. INFACT, KASA GOT THE PENALTY, WHICH GYAN MISSED.
KASA ALSO HAD A CLEAR CHANCE AS WELL, WHICH WENT WIDE.
GAME 2 WAS JUST HORRIBLE.
IN OVER 90MIN, GH HAD LESS THAN 4 SHOTS ON GOAL.
IN THE ENTIRE GAME! HOW DO EXPECT TO SCORE?!
OR WIN THE GAME?!,
NKUM, OTOO, SUMAILA, ADOMAH,CHIBSAH, ATSU, WARRIS..DONT SESERVE S3L3
ABEYIE, AFFUM, AKAMINKO, YIADOM, KUMORDZI, DAVE ADDY,
Slimzay**The Unshakable Shaker** 10 years ago

"Definitely there were other reasons but those issues were ironed out and he has returned." Christopher Opoku fabricating stories again!

"Working on the streets of Ghana is dangerous" indicated in "Final Insult" by Kevin P ...
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"Definitely there were other reasons but those issues were ironed out and he has returned." Christopher Opoku fabricating stories again!

"Working on the streets of Ghana is dangerous" indicated in "Final Insult" by Kevin Prince Boateng was IRONED OUT? When was that ironed out which no one heard about it but only you, Chris? Which article published that letter? Where was the apology letter that says he was sorry of saying suach a thing to a nation that helped him revived his carrier?

Please Chris, don't write something that has no fact to it. It is better to tell it as it is so that the people can decide on whether to like the player or not. Are you telling me that in his hometown, West Berlin, West Germany, it is not dangerous to walk on the streets there?

The country is welcoming Kevin Prince Boateng into the Black Stars fold not because he did what he was supposed to do. In a sense, he was supposed to write an apology letter to the nation for forgiveness of his insults. However, he didn't do that. Instead he wrote a letter for his comeback. Now let me ask. In his reinstated letter, did anyone of you read anything about Kevin apologizing to the country holistically?

He is welcome because, to me, he has the potential and has skills to play, and therefore, can help our team to progress. That is all and nothing else.

"He was hardly unknown when he joined the Black Stars ahead of the 2010 World Cup, so to suggest that he used us to get recognition is farfetched to say the least." Mr. Opoku got it wrong!

No one said Kevin was unknown. Anyone who said that probably just started watching the EPL.

What some of us said was that he, Kevin, used the Black Stars to revive his profession. Is that not true, Christopher Opoku? His club was heading toward relegation and no team approached him for his signature at the time he decided to play for us. This means, he was on his way to play in the EPL 2nd Division. Featuring for the Black Stars in the WC gave him the opportunity to land the eventual AC Millan contract. Is that not true? Tell it as it is Christopher Opoku, and spot twisting others' heads from the truth.

Since you have brought his files in public, Chris, why don't you tell the player's behavior toward Joachim Löw when the coach took over the German national team? Why his brother Jérôme Boateng was picked for the German national team after both players impressive U-21 performances. Don't forget, Kevin was nominated as the best youth player at that time, 2006-2007. So why Kevin wasn't picked? Can you please fill us in on that like you boldly did on Muntari's?

Christopher Opoku, I will be waiting for your comment.
POW@Hotel Le Crystal, Montreal CA 10 years ago

I like both guys but lately, it looks like Slim is always ready to jump on Chris. Haaaaaaa, what's the problem? Has one of them cheated with the others baby etc etc? Watch out for the details. After work haaaaaaaaaa

I like both guys but lately, it looks like Slim is always ready to jump on Chris. Haaaaaaa, what's the problem? Has one of them cheated with the others baby etc etc? Watch out for the details. After work haaaaaaaaaa
Kwasi Asante, Providence,RI USA 10 years ago

People should remember that Kevin Boateng has every right to speak his mind. Ghana is a freedom of speech country. Is is not a fact that it is dangerous to walk in Ghana late in the night? Especially if you drive a nice car? ...
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People should remember that Kevin Boateng has every right to speak his mind. Ghana is a freedom of speech country. Is is not a fact that it is dangerous to walk in Ghana late in the night? Especially if you drive a nice car? Or live in a lofty home? Is there no reports of gun related crimes in Ghana. I have arrived in Ghana at night flights that we have to be very careful if some armed rubbers may be tailing us from the airport. We had to make some stops at lighted area just to be sure we are not being followed. Is armed rubbery common in our country Ghana lately?
Some Ghanaians simply criticize for argument sake. For a fact Ghana has become a dangerous place to walk at night. I can attest to that fact. What happened to Freedom of speech?
Slimzay**The Unshakable Shaker** 10 years ago

Have you been to West Berlin, where Kevin Boateng was born and raised before? Ask anyone who really knows Germany to list the dangerous cities in that country to you and I bet you Berlin will not be far among the first three ...
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Have you been to West Berlin, where Kevin Boateng was born and raised before? Ask anyone who really knows Germany to list the dangerous cities in that country to you and I bet you Berlin will not be far among the first three on his list. When we are talking about hood, West Berlin is one of them. All I can tell you is travel and see.

I guess you live in Rhode Island so you wouldn't know what I'm talking about. Those who live in the bad areas at Queens and Bronx are living at peaceful places comparing to West Berlin. That is how bad West Berlin is. Therefore how in the world Kevin had the nerves to describe Ghana as a dangerous place?

That is my point.
GHFUO, BE SERIOUS NOT PRIDEFUL! 10 years ago

KP BOATENG HAS A HISTORY OF NOT PLAYING WELL AGAINST AFRICAN OPPOSITION. I HOPE IT CHANGES AGAINST ZAMBIA....LOL

KP BOATENG HAS A HISTORY OF NOT PLAYING WELL AGAINST AFRICAN OPPOSITION. I HOPE IT CHANGES AGAINST ZAMBIA....LOL
Kwasi Asante, Providence,RI USA 10 years ago

Hey Slimsey,
I have driven across Lubeck, Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen Haven, Frankfurt, down to Stuggart and Mainz between 1976 and 1983 before I arrived in Providence, R.I. in 1984. May be when I drove across West Germany your ...
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Hey Slimsey,
I have driven across Lubeck, Hamburg, Hanover, Bremen Haven, Frankfurt, down to Stuggart and Mainz between 1976 and 1983 before I arrived in Providence, R.I. in 1984. May be when I drove across West Germany your Mama did not meet your Daddy yet.
I know what I am talking about. All I am saying is that Kevin have the right to speak his mind without some people taking offense. The truth is the truth.
I can drive my expensive car late in the night through Berlin without looking behind me. But I am afraid to drive my nice car in Accra late into the night. Let the truth be told. I was born and bread in Akoasi in the Eastern Region, but I will agree with Kevin that Ghana is scary for driving at nite. Is that not a fact?

"Travel and see", how old were you when I left Ghana in February 1976 to Toronto, Canada?
pala 10 years ago

He is welcome because, to me, he has the potential and has skills to play, and therefore, can help our team to progress. That is all and nothing else.

please you are the best person to tell us what happened between kvp & l ...
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He is welcome because, to me, he has the potential and has skills to play, and therefore, can help our team to progress. That is all and nothing else.

please you are the best person to tell us what happened between kvp & low
GREAT NANA ANTWI 10 years ago

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how can we move on without muntari. 10 years ago

Stupid article

Stupid article
bright 10 years ago

442

442
Kofi 10 years ago

They are at their peak so they would be good addition to the team, but what about the excellent young players in the U20 WC team, ignoring them will be a serious mistake.

They are at their peak so they would be good addition to the team, but what about the excellent young players in the U20 WC team, ignoring them will be a serious mistake.
Pesco 10 years ago

Bravo bro!!Fantastic article.More "ink in your pen " and i hope all Ghanaians will learn from you.

Bravo bro!!Fantastic article.More "ink in your pen " and i hope all Ghanaians will learn from you.
pala 10 years ago

Consider this; the return of Kevin Prince Boateng and the Ayews to the Black Stars did not command as much attention in the international media as Essien’s return after a 2-year absence.

Consider this; the return of Kevin Prince Boateng and the Ayews to the Black Stars did not command as much attention in the international media as Essien’s return after a 2-year absence.
Asafo Kwame Sowah 10 years ago

After reading this article I must confess this is about the most sensible Ghanaian comment I have read for a very long time. Keep it up my friend

After reading this article I must confess this is about the most sensible Ghanaian comment I have read for a very long time. Keep it up my friend
Allan Buggy 10 years ago

Christopher - thank you for the article...i agree wholly with you!

Christopher - thank you for the article...i agree wholly with you!
Keel 10 years ago

Chris we need to face the fact should the guys on board now ask for leave and retirement,how can the nation be represented @ this level

Chris we need to face the fact should the guys on board now ask for leave and retirement,how can the nation be represented @ this level
KWAKU DUA 10 years ago

THANK YOU.Winning is for Ghana as a Whole , regardless of who is on the field . For Ghanians to be so fortunate and Blessed to have all these quality players back , is an added Bonus for Ghana to go as far as to Brazil.The Cr ...
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THANK YOU.Winning is for Ghana as a Whole , regardless of who is on the field . For Ghanians to be so fortunate and Blessed to have all these quality players back , is an added Bonus for Ghana to go as far as to Brazil.The Critics should just relax and watch boys do the trick...
Kofi 10 years ago

mo ne kasa !!!!. now I know there are still people in Ghana who have their brains in their head not their mouth,

mo ne kasa !!!!. now I know there are still people in Ghana who have their brains in their head not their mouth,
Ajah-Bee 10 years ago

Good piece!

Good piece!
TA USA 10 years ago

This article doesn't make sense now. I wish this writer writes constructive article next time instead of basing his submissions on hear says; this is past tense,

This article doesn't make sense now. I wish this writer writes constructive article next time instead of basing his submissions on hear says; this is past tense,
Kobina Annan, Whitby, Ontario-CANADA 10 years ago

I read stories on Ghanaweb on my on a regular basis especially sports as I love soccer and boxing. This article has been well-written by Chris and kudo to you sir. You have provided all Ghanaians and friends of Ghana key rea ...
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I read stories on Ghanaweb on my on a regular basis especially sports as I love soccer and boxing. This article has been well-written by Chris and kudo to you sir. You have provided all Ghanaians and friends of Ghana key reasons why inclusion of these 3 black stars players are good for the nation and not the black stars management as well as the technical team. I hope our fellow Ghanaians will read your article and appreciate the contributions these amazing players can bring on the field on September 6 and throughout the rest of the games to qualify for Brazil 2014. Great story. Keep us updated with the facts that is the key differentiation of your facts-filled stories and the political/biased fetched stories from others. If you live outside Ghana, you will appreciate how we are respected and appreciated when it comes to the black star players, coaches and the entire technical bench.
Rash 10 years ago

Thank you for the piece of writting. It is as if you consulted some of us before putting up this article. I am grateful and i hope many people would sacrifice their precious time to read this, so that we can all move forward ...
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Thank you for the piece of writting. It is as if you consulted some of us before putting up this article. I am grateful and i hope many people would sacrifice their precious time to read this, so that we can all move forward as a Football Loving Nation. Thank You once again.

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