AC Milan has made it official: the Italian giants have successfully secured the signature of the highly-talented midfielder, Yunus Musah, from Valencia.

The announcement marks a significant coup for the Rossoneri, as they add a promising young talent to their ranks, strengthening their squad ahead of the upcoming season.

The American Ghanaian midfielder has agreed to terms with the Rossoneri until June 30, 2028.

Yunus Musah will play for his new club in the number 80 jersey.

Yunus, who was born on November 29, 2002, in New York, joined Arsenal's youth development system before going to Valencia in 2019.

He spent one season in the Spanish Reserves Team before being promoted to the First Team, where he made his debut in September 2020, amassing 108 games and 5 goals. Musah scored his first senior goal on March 1, 2020, netting his team's only goal in a 2–1 loss at Gimnàstic de Tarragona.

The 20-year-old has made 27 appearances for the USA national team.

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Bastie ‘The Beast’ Samir, a former skipper of the Black Bombers and gym member of Wisdom Boxing Club, the undefeated, who is remembered for stopping Bukom Banku at the Bukom Boxing Arena will get back to the ring in the USA to take on Cleotis Pendarvis in Colorado.

The bout then fixed for July 28 had to be rescheduled to August 19, 2023.

Bastie 'Doobia' Samir (20-0-1, 18 KOs) has promised to add veteran American, Cleotis Pendarvis aka Mookie to his victims.

The 37 year Cleotis Pendarvis, a south paw who has lost12 of his last bouts in a record of 21 – 16 – 2 hopes to give the Ghanaian a good show. old also known as.

Cleotis Pendarvis (born June 22, 1986 in Los Angeles, California) is a professional boxer in the Welterweight division and was one of the Sparring partners of Antonio Margarito for his November 13, 2010 fight with Manny Pacquiao.

Bastie told Yours Truly he is very determined and focused on becoming a world champion.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

OlympiAfrica Director Alassane Diack Expresses Satisfaction With Work Done At Amasaman

The Executive Director of OlympiAfrica, Mr Alassane Diack who is in Ghana to inspect work at the Center for Juvenile Sports Excellence site at Amasaman has expressed satisfaction with work done so far.

Alassane Diack who arrived in Accra on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, and went to the straight to project site with members of the sub committee of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) in charge of the project said "It's okay, I love what i see and what they have done so far, but you did to work very fast after the rains".

On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, he met some members of the Committee at the GOC Secretariat and commended them for the work done so far.

The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has been able to secure $100,000 from OlympiAfrica for the project which includes Tennis and Basketball Courts, Running Tracks, football field and multi purpose sports hall for the development of children between the ages of 5 years to 16 years.

When completed, the facility would be used for inter schools sports competitions and training of talented kids and youth in sports in the Ga West Municipal area.

Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah, President of the Ghana Olympic Committee said the project is very dear to his heart because it is for kids who are the future stars and leaders.

He expressed that the project which started during the era of former President B.T. Baba has taken long because the land had to be secured legally and everything has to be transparent and accounted.

He commended the Baba administration for getting the site walled to avoid encroachment, and other officials including the Vice President of Ghana, HE Bawumia and Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib for their efforts to get documents on the land.

Mr. Isaac Aboagye Duah, Deputy Treasurer and President of the Ghana Tennis Federation who is chairman of the sub committee working on the 16.5 acres Amasaman project said everything is on course, except that the rains have been disrupting the work.

He disclosed that activities have been going on on the site, such as sports events for elementary schools.

He called on corporate Institutions to support the project by contributing financially to have it complete as scheduled.

Present at the meeting were; Abdul Hayye Yartey President - Ghana Bodybuilding and Fitness Association, Emmanuel Owusu-Ansah Asare - President of the Ghana Cricket Association - President of the Ghana Cricket Association, Rev. Emmanuel Nikoi  President of the Ghana Netball Association and  Francis Kojo K. Arthur, CEO of Ghana Triathlon Federation.

In attendance were the Accountant of the GOC and some members of the GOC Communications Team.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The President of the Republic, H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Medeama Sporting Club of his support ahead of the club’s campaign in next season’s CAF Champions League.

As winners of the 2022/23 Ghana Premier League title, the team based in Tarkwa will represent the country in the top-tier inter-club competition organised by CAF.

On Wednesday, August 2, officials and players of Medeama SC paid a courtesy call on the President at the Jubilee House.

During the visit, the club presented the Ghana Premier League title to the president and appealed for support.

In his engagement with Medeama SC, President Akufo-Addo congratulated the club for winning the league title last season.

He demonstrated his support to the Ghana Premier League champions by supporting the club with GHS1 million to cushion the side in the CAF Champions League.

In the preliminary stage of the CAF Champions League set to come off this month, Medeama SC have been paired with Remo Stars FC from Nigeria.

The Yellow and Mauve outfit is determined to overcome the opponent to advance to the next round.

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Arsenal youngster, Eddie Nketiah led the team as captain on Wednesday when the side locked horns with AS Monaco in the Emirates Cup.

The 24-year-old has been a Gunner for years and has gone through various age groups to become a regular in the first team.

Manager Mikel Arteta started the forward in attacker for Arsenal and handed him the armband as well.

Eddie Nketiah did not disappoint his manager as he scored to help Arsenal to win the Emirates Cup for the seventh time.

Speaking after the game, the striker described the experience of captaining the team as an amazing one.

“It was an amazing experience. Obviously, it was my first time, so I’m grateful to the coach for trusting me, and my teammates.

"It was really a special moment for me to lead the team out in front of my family, my friends, and also our wonderful supporters,” Eddie Nketiah said.

The striker and his Arsenal teammates are ready for the start of the 2023/24 football season. Fortunately, for Arsenal, the team has enough quality.

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey started the game with new signing Declan Rice as his partner.

Up next for the side, the team will take on Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday, August 6.

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Ghana Premier League side, Medeama SC have paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic, H.E Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo tp present to him their first historic Ghana League cup achievement.

The Tarkwa-based club excelled during the 2022/23 Ghana Premier League season despite a slow start to the campaign.

At the end of the exciting league campaign, Medeama Sporting Club was crowned Champions after beating competition from the 17 other participating clubs.

As part of activities in the off-season, the Yellow and Mauve outfit on Wednesday, August 2, presented the Ghana Premier League trophy to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo at the seat of Presidency, the Jubilee House.

Club board chairman Dr. Tony Aubynn led players and other officials of the club to do the presentation.

During the meeting, the club appealed for support ahead of its participation in next season’s CAF Champions League.

The President assured that he is rooting for the team to do well as representatives of the country.

In the first preliminary round of the CAF Champions League, Medeama SC have been drawn against Nigerian outfit Remo Stars FC.

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These are dangerous words and not to be said lightly, but with Terence Crawford, I’ve not seen such a special blend of boxing talent combined with absolute ruthlessness since the O.G ‘Sugar’ Ray Robinson.

Robinson died in 1989 and last fought in 1965, so in nearly 60 years, we have seen some incredible welterweights. Jose Napoles, ‘Sugar’ Ray Leonard, Tommy Hearns, Oscar De La Hoya, Pernell Whitaker, Manny Pacquaio, and Floyd Mayweather Jnr have entertained us all and are incredible fighters also worthy of boxing immortality but what we witnessed Terence Crawford do on Saturday night to a fellow elite fighter was scary, as it was flawless.

Nobody should be able to beat Errol Spence like that. It was a genuine 50/50 fight going in, and us as fans and media, were made to look embarrassed that we even thought Crawford could lose.

In every single department, ‘Bud’ looked better. Just as Spence looked better in every department against top fighters like Danny Garcia, Mikey Garcia, Yordenis Ugas, and Lamont Peterson. Shawn Porter and Kell Brook were the only ones who had caused Spence any problems, but Crawford made it look like they didn’t belong in the same ring.

What does this really mean? It can mean many things, the era now belongs to Terence Crawford just like the last belonged to Mayweather, the early 1900s belonged to Jack Johnson, and the 70s belonged to Muhammad Ali. It means when people talk about the greatest fighters of all time, you can mention Terence Crawford and it is worthy of debate.

It means when you talk about Mayweather or Leonard or Ray Robinson that Crawford slots in there seamlessly, and you can make a case that there is a chance he could beat them all. It doesn’t matter if you think he would win or wouldn’t, just that the conversation can simply take place.

Trainer Billy Nelson told IFL TV that Crawford would have beaten Floyd, and I listened and just thought, yeah, maybe he could. Commercially Crawford has not made the impact he could have, but for talent, he is as good as they come. The Record He has 40 wins and simply never looked like losing. Not any of his wins have been controversial; he has 31 knockouts and has just got better and better over the years.

Ray Robinson won 89 fights in a row, but he was bullied to defeat to Jake LaMotta in his 41st fight (notably before beating him five times), as was Ray Leonard against Duran, Floyd had controversial wins against Jose Luis Castillo and Marcos Maidana, but Crawford has never looked close to losing.

Four undisputed champions: Crawford, Haney, Jermell & Canelo - but one stands out, Terence

Comparisons

The reason for this outpour of compliments is not because he beat Errol Spence Jnr but how he did it. It is hard enough to find times in history when top pound-for-pound fighters face each other but even fewer when one completely dominated the other in a supposed 50/50 fight. Here are some others in no particular order where 50/50 fights have shown the true boxing ability of one of the other and changed their legacy forever.

Tyson Fury v Deontay Wilder 2

Salvador Sanchez v Wilfried Benitez

Ray Leonard v Roberto Duran 2

Muhammad Ali v Sonny Liston

Bernard Hopkins v Felix Trinidad

Roy Jones v James Toney

I’m sure I’ve missed out on a few, or you can argue the significance of the above fights I’ve selected, but the point is when one fighter does this over another seemingly superior being, it has to be remembered.

When I think of the confusion of Robert Duran trying to cut the ring off of Leonard or the bewilderment of the world’s most dangerous fighter Sonny Liston at where Ali’s punches were coming from, or the showboating of Toney against Jones that landed him on his bum, these images stay with true boxing fans forever. Crawford had that moment.

In 2 rounds, Spence made one mistake, leaning in, and he ended up on his back. Then came an absolute masterclass in the jab, counterpunching, and ring generalship.

The Legacy Continues

The scariest thing is that he is still going. He can still achieve more; he is a 2-weight undisputed champion, the only male to do so in the 4-belt era. If he fights Jermell Charlo, he could be a 3-weight undisputed champion; if he beats Jaron Ennis, he could beat a future P4P great like Mayweather did against Canelo, or what about Golovkin at 160, even Canelo. Who knows how great he could be?

Let us know in the comments who he should fight next. Could he beat the likes of Mayweather and Robinson, and can you think of other such dominant displays between pound-for-pound greats? Just how good is Terence Crawford?

Source: By Gav Duthie / Boxing News 24

Medivents Consult, organisers of the Accra Inter City Marathon have received a sponsorship package from Multi-pro Ghana limited also known as Indomie as part of their support for the 2nd Accra Inter-City Homowo Marathon.

There would be hot meal for all participants, special hampers for outstanding participants and many more.

Register now to participate. From Accra Sports Stadium to Manste Agbonaa, James Town on Friday, August 4, 2023.

You can’t be too old or too young to run… get involved! You can walk, jog or run. .. We have a package for everyone. Dial *380*21# to participate now!

You Can Apply to become a volunteer for the 2023 Accra Inter City Homowo Marathon in Accra, Greater Accra Region. Contact us Date: Tuesday 2 - Friday 4, August 2023. Location: Accra Sports Stadium, OSU.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

From the Dechemso Otumfuo Park to Ejisu, it was fun galore on the road, as players, officials, fans and supporters representing the community had the right and privileged to jubilate into the sweet Sunday night and Monday morning.

Ejisu became the 2023 MTN Ashantifest Soccer Champions when they beat Santasi 4-3 on penalties.

The game ended 1-1, before the heartbreaking penalties which Ejisu proved their skills and style.

They went home with a whopping 20,000ghc, gold medals, golden trophy and MTN branded items.

Best and most exciting Player went to Stephen Owusu Banahene of Santasi, while Emmanuel Owusu Boakye of Kwadaso took the Golden Boot (Goal King) with seven goals.

The finals was graced by dignitaries including chiefs, MTN officials, present and former footballers and coaches including Samuel Boadu, Paa Kwesi Fabin, Akwesi Appiah, Kweku Frimpong, Abdul Razak 'Golden Boy' and Ibrahim Danlad of Asante Kotoka and Black Meteors fame.

Senior Manager Brands and Communications at MTN Ghana, Mr Germain Naatey congratulated the winners, and  commended the other teams for making this year's tournament very competitive and exciting.

"It had been an interesting journey which saw a display of great talents and also brought communities together in a very competitive but friendly atmosphere," he said.

He added that MTN Ghana is committed to the development and promotion of sports, especially football in the country and would continue to provide the platform for young people to excel.

He promised a bigger event next year as the tournament had seen massive improvement each year.

2023 MTN Ashantifest Full Results:

Grand-Final and 3rd Place Play-off

Date: Sunday, 30th July 2023 Venue: Dechemso Otumfuo Park

3rd Place Kwadaso 3-1 Dechemso

George Kwame Agyemang, Sam Sarpong (brace) // Iron Man

Grand-Final Ejisu 1-1 Santasi (Ejisu won 4-3 on penalties)

Rauf Abubakar // Enoch Morrison

Prizes

Champions - Ejisu - ¢20,000 plus Giant Trophy

2nd place - Santasi - ¢10,000

3rd place - Kwadaso - ¢5000

4th place - Dechemso - ¢2000

Individual awards

Best Player - Stephen Owusu Banahene - Santasi

Best Goal Keeper - Fatao Seidu - Ejisu

Best Defender - Habib Ganiu - Ejisu

Most promising / Discovery player - Albert Yeboah 'Dybala' - Dechemso

Top scorer - Emmanuel Owusu Boakye - Kwadaso - 7 goals

Overall top scorers

1. Emmanuel Owusu Boakye - 7 (Kwadaso)
2. Richmond Antwi - 6 (Atonso)
3. George Kwame Agyemang - 3 (Kwadaso)
4. Ramos - 3 (Dechemso)
5. Alhassan Chibsah - 2 (Santasi)
6. Tahiru Awudu - 2 (Ejisu)
7. Lizarazu - 2 (Dechemso)
8. Iron Man - 2 (Dechemso)
9. Albert Yeboah 'Dybala' - 2 (Dechemso)
10. Charles Camara Gyamfi - 2 (Santasi)
11. Enoch Morrison - 2 (Santasi)
12. Sam Sarpong - 2 (Kwadaso)

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Making Learning Happen (MLH) in collaboration with Wisdom Boxing Promotions are staging a fund raiser via Boxing in their maiden event dubbed 'Fight For Education'.

The bill takes place at the DG Hathiramani Hall at the Accra Sports Stadium on August 26, 2023.

Coach Dr. Ofori Asare who is a member of the organization said sports is a great tool that can be used for exposure, entertainment and education and hope that the idea of sports combined with education must be embarrassed and encouraged.

He said young people who have skill, talent and focus must be supported well and groomed well, do that they can achieve well.

The premier MLH Fight Night will feature boxers from the Wisdom Boxing stable and other opponents crack rising stars.

Wisdom is known to have produced great amateur boxers who have represented Ghana at African Championships and Olympic Games, as well as professional stars and champions.

Wisdom Boxing has also produced female boxers, coaches and ring officials.

Miss Sarah Lotus Asare, Administrator at Wisdom Boxing called on parents to know and see what their kids are doing. She invited parents whose children are boxers to the show.

She explained that funds raised would be used to support young boxers and deprived schools.

Some sports dignitaries and Friends of Boxing, the Community and lovers have been invited to make presentations and contributions.

Entities supporting the programme are Graphic Sports, Boxing Ghana, UltimateSportsGhana, GTV Sports Plus, Aphro Beverages, Fidelity Bank and the National Sports Authority (NSA).

By Sammy Heywood Okine