Posted by: westafricanfootball | 20/05/2013

ASEC MIMOSAS – PLAYER STATISTICS

Koffi GautierASEC Mimosas is currently number two in the Ivorian Ligue 1 2012-2013, 10 points behind Séwé Sport. “Les Mimosas” is the most successful side in Ivorian football with 24 titles, the last one in 2010.

The current squad of ASEC Mimosas contains several interesting players, but I doubt there is a new Gervinho, Salomon Kalou, Yaya Touré or Emmanuel Eboué to find.

Gautier Koffi has been in top form lately. Koffi, traditionally a right-back, has been moved to a more attacking role and is primarily found at the right-wing. The 22-year old speedster has scored an incredible six goals during the last seven league matches, making him the top scorer of the team. The picture is of Koffi and was found on the excellent www.asec.ci.

One of the most interesting youngsters at the club is the 16-year old attacking midfielder Adriel d’Avila Ba Loua, a player with experience from the Ivory Coast U-17 national football team. Striker Youssouf Dao, apparently just 15 years old, is another prospect of the famous Académie MimoSifcom who has gotten playing time lately. The 19-year old playmaker Mohamed Wonkoye is a full international player for Niger and one of the future hopes of the West African nation.

The lanky Philippe Okan Agoussi is the top striker at “Les Mimosas”. Okan Agoussi, formerly of SO Armée, is often used as a “target-man” and he is effectively using his strenght to make space for his teammates.

The “engine-room” of ASEC Mimosas is ran by three important players; the Ghanaian midfield anchor Mark Sekyere, the energetic Michel Mvondo from Cameroon and team captain Hugues Evrad Zagbayou. Earlier this month, Zagbayou, right-back Mahan Marc Goua and the hard-working attacker Koffi Davy Bouah were included in the squad of the Ivory Coast B national football team.

Another player that deserves attention is the consistent and highly experienced goalkeeper Sylvain Komeman and centre-back Bangaly Soumahoro, formerly of AFAD Djékanou and the Romanian second-level side CSM Valcea.

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ABLAKOR, Yao Yves D 03.05.1992 CIV 7+1 0
ARTHUR, Bernard F 10.08.1994 GHA 6+4 0
BA LOUA, Adriel d’Avila AM 25.07.1996 CIV 2 0
BAMBA, Nambelesseny Yacouba M / F 30.11.1991 CIV 8+3 0
BOATENG, Daniel Adjei AM 20.11.1988 GHA 1+1 0
BOLAGBENTI, Arouna F 23.03.1993 CIV 0+1 0
BOUAH, Koffi Davy F 20.09.1986 CIV 9+7 4
DAO, Youssouf F 05.03.1998 CIV 2+1 0
DOUMBIA, Youssouf D 15.03.1986 CIV 13 0
DIENG, Adama AM 10.01.1994 SEN 4+1 0
GOUA, Mahan Marc D 02.11.1989 CIV 16 0
IDDI, Abdul Ganiyu M / F 23.10.1987 GHA 4 1
KANGOUTÉ, Adama D 06.12.1991 CIV 6+2 0
KOFFI, Gautier D / M 29.01.1991 CIV 8+3 6
KOFFI FOBA, Kabran Stevens AM 12.08.1989 CIV 11+7 4
KOMENAN, Sylvain G 20.12.1982 CIV 17 0
KONÉ, Assane D CIV 3 0
KONÉ, Nabi D 05.01.1990 CIV 7 0
KOUAMÉ, Koffi Yao Constant D 28.09.1995 CIV 10 0
MOUEN, Yannick M 07.04.1993 CIV 0+2 0
MVONDO, Michel DM 09.11.1992 CAM 17+1 1
OKAN AGOUSSI, Philippe F 05.06.1992 CIV 12+1 5
SEKYERE, Mark M 28.12.1989 GHA 14 0
SIBY, Mohamed G 19.11.1987 CIV 4 0
SOUMAHORO, Bangaly D 18.07.1991 CIV 17 2
SOUMAHORO, Mory DM 25.01.1995 CIV 0+1 0
SYLLA, Mamadou G 20.11.1994 CIV 0 0
TOURÉ, Aboubacir Vamé F 24.09.1991 CIV 0+1 0
TRAORÉ, Moussa AM 18.12.1991 CIV 11+4 2
WONKOYE, Mohamed AM 19.05.1994 NIG 5+7 2
ZAGBAYOU, Hugues Evrad AM 14.05.1990 CIV 15+1 1
ZIRIGNON BADI, Jean-Daniel DM 13.05.1994 CIV 0+1 0

 

* Please note that I am missing information about substitute appearances in the match against SC Gagnoa on 02.12.2012 and in the match against SO Armée on 05.01.2013.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 18/05/2013

TRANSFER UPDATES FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

Isaac-Loute-300The first transfer window of the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013 opened a couple of weeks ago. In this post, I will publish some of the confirmed transfers:

* ABS FC has signed Otegbeye Ajibola (born 22.10.1993), a striker or winger, formerly of amateur club Vela FC and Kwara United FC. Ajibola made a goal-scoring debut against El-Kanemi Warriors FC on 09.05.2013. Since his debut, Ajibola has made substitute appearances against Sunshine Stars FC and Sharks FC.

* Midfielder Joseph Bassey has been “promoted” from second level side Akwa Starlets FC to Akwa United FC.

* Akwa United FC has signed Emmanuel Enize, a striker or winger, well-known in Nigeria for several good seasons at Ocean Boys FC, as well as a rather uneventful stint at Sharks FC during the Nigeria Premier League 2012. Enize scored his first goal for Akwa United FC against Rangers International FC on 15.05.2013.

* Kelvin Njoku (born 10.05.1984) is an experienced left-back or defensive midfielder, formerly of Enyimba FC, Niger Tornadoes FC and Gombe United FC. Njoku has recently joined Akwa United FC.

* Bayelsa United FC has signed Junior Salomon (born 04.08.1986), a Nigeria-born centre-back who is a full international player for Benin. Salomon played 13 matches for ASEC Mimosas during the Ivorian MTN Ligue 1 2012. Salomon has already played two matches for the Yenagoa-based side.

* Dolphins FC has re-registered defensive midfielder Osita Echendu (born 04.02.1987). Echendu has been with Dolphins FC for at least three seasons and has played three matches since his comeback, including one substitute appearance.

* Nembe City FC will miss centre-back Baker Ebiabowei. After an impressive start to the new season, Ebiabowei, formerly of Bayelsa United FC, decided to join Dolphins FC. Ebiabowei made his debut for Dolphins FC on 15.05.2013 against Kaduna United FC, making an substitute appearance.

* El-Kanemi Warriors FC has signed goalkeeper Asemome Alloy who last season starred for second level side FRSC Strikers FC.

* Cameroonian striker Junior Rafael Boumsong has joined El-Kanemi Warriors FC from Chadian club Gazelle FC.

* El-Kanemi Warriors FC could have made a smart signing in the powerful Ebube Okpokwu, a star player at second level side Abia Comets FC. Okpokwu scored two goals in his debut against ABS FC on 09.05.2013.

* El-Kanemi Warriors FC has re-registered striker Ezekiel Thompson. Thompson, who scored in his first match of the season (09.05.2013 against ABS FC) scored seven goals when El-Kanemi Warriors FC won promotion to the Nigeria Professional Football League last season.

* Kwara United FC has signed Yahaya Adamu (born 17.07.1993). The 19-year old striker joins from Sunshine Stars FC. Adamu made a goalscoring debut against El-Kanemi Warriors FC on 12.05.2013. Last season, Adamu scored six goals for Rising Stars FC and made his debut for the Nigeria U-20 national football team.

* Defensive midfielder Afeez Awakan is another new player at Kwara United FC. Awakan, formerly of FC Ebiede, played a couple of matches for Shooting Stars FC last season.

* Lobi Stars FC was shocked by second level side Apa United FC during a recent match in the Benue State Federation Cup. Apparently, the Makurdi-based side has signed several players from the cup heroes, including Douglas Achiv, John Abah Eyimonye and Daniel Nyor. Eyimonye was the captain of Apa United FC and one of the leading scorers at the club.

* According to unconfirmed sources, Uche Ugochukwu has left Nembe City FC and joined Nasarawa United FC. Ugochukwu has scored two penalty goals for Nembe City FC this season.

* Adeyinka Michael Adedeji (born 25.03.1985), the left-back or left-winger who played professionally for GIF Sundsvall (Sweden) and Pyunik Yerevan (Armenia), has joined bottom side Sharks FC.

* Striker Gabriel Agu (born 15.06.1985) scored eight goals for Crown FC during the Nigeria Premier League 2010-2011, but was not a success at Enyimba FC last season. Agu has recently joined Sharks FC.

* Last season, striker Tayo Fabiyi shown promise at Kwara United FC before joining Rangers International FC during the mid-season transfer window. Fabiyi has now joined Sharks FC.

* Christian Ifeanyi Inyam (born 20.12.1991), a pacy striker with a healthy workrate and a lot of strenght, has also joined Sharks FC. Inyam is a former player of ASEC Mimosas and Sunshine Stars FC.

* Isaac Loute, the strong striker formerly known as “Luther James”, is another new signing at Sharks FC. Loute is a full international player for Benin. He played top level football for Gateway FC during the Nigeria Premier League 2009-2010. The picture is of Loute and was found on www.naijapremierleague.net.

* Anthony Okemmiri is a great signing for Sharks FC. Okemmiri, a versatile player, perhaps most effective at the right-wing, played for Kwara United FC last season. Okemmiri is known for dribbling ability, strenght and speed.

* Last season, centre-back Francis Edem captained second level side First Bank FC. Edem has now joined Shooting Stars FC and has already played two matches in the heart of the 3SC-defence.

* Big striker Henry Osita is a new signing at Sunshine Stars FC. Last season, Osita played for Wikki Tourists FC and Rangers International FC.

* Veteran striker Ibrahim Abubakar Babale (born 12.01.1980) has returned to his former club Wikki Tourists FC. Babale struggled at El-Kanemi Warriors FC during the first eight matches of the new season.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 13/05/2013

STATISTICS FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

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In this post, you will find player statistics for Dolphins FC, Kwara United FC and Shooting Stars FC after Week 11 of the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013.

DOLPHINS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
AFEEZ, Yusuf M / F NGA 2+2 0
AJAGUN, Abdul AM 10.02.1993 NGA 2 1
AKOMBO, Terhemen G NGA 0+1 0
AMADI, Derick F 10.03.1984 NGA 1 0
ATULOMA, Emeka Francis M 01.10.1992 NGA 9+1 0
AUTA, Philip M / F ??.??.1988 NGA 2+2 0
BABAYARO, Victor D 27.08.1983 NGA 11 0
BROWN, Austin G 20.04.1983 NGA 8 0
CHUKWU, Chimaobi M / F 03.07.1985 NGA 5 0
DOUHADJI, Yaovi Joseph TOG 0 0
ECHENDU, Osita DM 04.02.1987 NGA 1+1 0
EDUOK, Emem M / F 31.08.1991 NGA 10+1 2
EFEOWIE, Demero D NGA 2+2 0
EGWIM, Ifeanyi F 07.01.1992 NGA 3+4 1
EZURUIKE, Victor D 24.10.1981 NGA 9 0
FESTUS, Austin D 31.01.1989 NGA 10 0
HUSSEIN, Hassan M NGA 5+1 0
IHUNDA, Chigozie AM NGA 4 1
JAIYEOLA, Tope NGA 0 0
JIMOH, Ismaila D NGA 1 0
OJABU, Omoh M / F 14.12.1992 NGA 0+4 0
OKOLI, Chidiebere D NGA 9 0
OKWARA, Fred F 19.03.1989 NGA 7+3 3
OLAWALE, Isiaka M 11.11.1983 NGA 9 2
OLEWESI, Johnson M / F 20.12.1983 NGA 0+2 0
ONUIGBO, Ifeanyi F 22.11.1989 NGA 2 0
OSUCHUKWU, Chidi AM NGA 4 0
ROTIMI, Sunday G 08.03.1980 NGA 3 0
UMAR, Abubakar F NGA 1+6 0

 

* When a player has played “0″ matches, this means that he has been on the bench for at least one match during the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013.

Dolphins FC is currently number 13 in the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013, which is quite disappointing. Emeka Francis Atuloma, a defensive midfielder or centre-back, has been one of the bright spots in a team full of experienced players who know what Nigerian football is about. As previously mentioned, I am pretty sure Chigozie Ihunda is a star in the making. The young attacking midfielder scored his first top level goal on 12.05.2013.

KWARA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ABU, Azeez F 31.05.1991 NGA 6 1
ABUBAKAR, Lekan G NGA 0 0
ADAMU, Hassan Lawal F NGA 2+1 1
ADAMU, Yahaya F 17.07.1993 NGA 0+1 1
ADEGBENRO, Samuel M / F NGA 8 1
ALEBIOSU, Segun F NGA 2+2 1
ATERE, Segun M 02.11.1985 NGA 0 0
AWAKAN, Afeez DM 22.06.1993 NGA 1 0
AYELESO, Suraj G 12.03.1991 NGA 3 0
AZEEZ, Ikhana G 18.12.1988 NGA 0 0
DIMGBA, Stanley M / F NGA 5+3 0
EKELOJUOTI, Fuad AM NGA 2 0
HALILU, Obadaki D 20.12.1993 NGA 3 0
IJAIYA, Lukman D 21.07.1986 NGA 2+2 0
IYORO, Evans M / F NGA 7 0
JAIYEOLA, Yusuf AM 11.11.1984 NGA 2 0
JIMOH, Oseni NGA 0+1 0
JIMOH, Sherif DM 10.10.1992 NGA 5+1 0
LANRE, Ferinyaro D NGA 2 0
MURTALA, Adekunle D NGA 0 0
OBIORAH, Christopher M NGA 3+1 0
ODITA, Okey D NGA 10 0
OGAR, Vincent M 22.10.1989 NGA 1+1 0
OGUNGBE, Ganiu D 01.12.1992 NGA 10 0
OJO, Dare M NGA 9 2
OLADUNTOYE, Isiaka D NGA 0+2 0
OLUKOKUN, Najeem F 27.12.1990 NGA 5+3 3
OMOYAYI, Saburi D 02.11.1989 NGA 5+1 0
SAKA, Habib D NGA 3+1 0
SANUSI, Kabiru F NGA 6+2 1
SOGBESO, Seun D NGA 2 0
TAIWO, Sunday M NGA 1+2 0
YAHAYA, Solomon D NGA 5 0
YEKEEN, Kazeem G 28.12.1992 NGA 8+1 0
ZAKKAH, Bala D NGA 4 0

 

* When a player has played “0″ matches, this means that he has been on the bench for at least one match during the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013.

* Please note that I am currently missing information about substitute appearances in the Week 3 match against Sharks FC on 24.03.2013.

* Please note that I can only document one subsitute appearance in the Week 5 match against Rangers International FC on 31.03.2013 (Stanley Dimgba).

* Please note that I can only document two subsitute appearance in the Week 7 match against Enyimba FC on 14.04.2013 (Habeeb Saka and Najeem Olukokun)

Kwara United FC is currently number four in the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013. The Ilorin-based side has signed a couple of interesting players during the recent transfer window, including 19-year old striker Yahaya Adamu, signed from Sunshine Stars FC. Adamu made a goalscoring debut against El-Kanemi Warriors FC on 12.05.2013. Last season, Adamu scored six goals for Rising Stars FC and made his debut for the Nigeria U-20 national football team. Defensive midfielder Afeez Awakan played a couple of matches for Shooting Stars FC last season. Awakan is a promising player, formerly of FC Ebiede. The picture is of Awakan and was found on the official Facebook-page of Kwara United FC.

Right-winger Samuel Adegbenro is definitely a player to watch. Adegbenro, signed from Prime FC, has been sensational with his pace, dribbling ability and pin-point crosses. Other impressive players at Kwara United FC include centre-back Ganiu Ogungbe and hard-working midfielder Dare Ojo.

SHOOTING STARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ADEBOYE, Sola DM 06.08.1992 NGA 8+1 0
ADEGOKE, Mutiu D 10.02.1984 NGA 8 0
ADESINA ADENIRAN, Thomas F 15.01.1992 NGA 1+1 0
ADIGUN, Olamide Lateef D NGA 7+1 0
ADIGUN, Yomi D 15.12.1985 NGA 2+1 0
ADIKWU, Gabriel F NGA 1 0
AFOLABI, Okiki M / F NGA 5+1 0
AJIBOYE, Dele G 07.08.1990 NGA 4 0
AKANBI, Taofeek Morenikeji F 11.11.1994 NGA 1+1 0
AKANDE, Abiodun G 10.12.1992 NGA 0 0
AKAS, Chima D 03.05.1994 NGA 6 1
AKINDELE, Toluwase F 20.11.1991 NGA 0+2 1
AKINYEMI, Seun D NGA 10 0
AMANYI, David D 31.12.1984 NGA 1 0
ASUQUO, Philip AM NGA 9 0
BABALOLA. Ibrahim DM NGA 3+1 0
BABANGIDA, Ibrahim Adewale M NGA 2+1 0
EBIAKU, Sylvanus D 03.03.1984 NGA 1 0
EDEM, Francis D NGA 1 0
EDJOMARIEGWE, Tony M / F NGA 10 3
EKE, Jacob F NGA 2+2 0
GATA, Ismaila F 09.07.1988 NGA 1 0
IGHODARO, Osaguona F 10.10.1990 NGA 1+3 1
MOHAMMED, Sani DM NGA 1+1 0
MUSA, Raphael M 04.04.1990 NGA 1+4 0
OCHEAYI, Richards G NGA 2+1 0
OGAGA, Moses F 03.08.1987 NGA 6+4 3
OKANLAWON, Laide G 31.12.1990 NGA 5 0
OLABISI, Samuel D NGA 11 0
SALAMI, Gbolahan F 15.04.1991 NGA 7 4
SHOBOWALE, Azeez M 24.06.1991 NGA 5+3 1
TALABI, Olamakinde AM 16.06.1995 NGA 0 0

 

* When a player has played “0″ matches, this means that he has been on the bench for at least one match during the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013.

* Please note that I am currently missing information about substitute appearances in the Week 1 match against Gombe United FC on 10.03.2013.

* Please note that I can only document two subsitute appearances in the Week 3 match against Lobi Stars FC on 24.03.2013 (Moses Ogaga and Okiki Afolabi).

Shooting Stars FC is currently number nine in the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013. Gbolahan Salami is the big star at the club. Interestingly, 3SC has failed to win any of the four games Salami has missed. Salami, a burly, powerful striker with a refreshingly direct style of play, has scored four goals in seven starts. However, three of the goals have been from the penalty spot. Tony Edjomariegwe, a lanky and skilful winger, is about to have a major breakthrough.

Few players in Nigerian football can match the left-foot of left-back / left-winger Chima Akas. The 19-year old, famous for his thunderbolt shots, is already on the radar of Norwegian club SK Brann. A player that should be on several radars is centre-back Samuel Olabisi, a player that becomes more and more commanding for every match he plays.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 10/05/2013

OBSERVATIONS FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

okorie vs mthembu~3

* Otegbeye Ajibola (born 22.10.1993), a striker or winger, made a goalscoring debut for ABS FC against El-Kanemi Warriors FC on 09.05.2013. Ajibola is a product of amateur club Vela FC of Oyo. Ajibola’s teammate Emmanuel Onyeka (born 29.02.1994) is also a product of Vela FC. Onyeka, primarily an attacker, has made several appearances for ABS FC so far this season, mostly as a substitute. Ajibola and Onyeka can be watched in the following clips:

Ajibola: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1V6qdfdW_U

Onyeka: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1n57cMeuhQ

* I think Akwa United FC has a quite interesting team this season. Right wing-back Edo Nnamso is a quality player, especially effective from free-kicks. Nnamso is fondly referred to as “Cameroon”. Gwaza Iorliam, signed from Niger Tornadoes FC is a strong, hard-tackling centre-back. Top scorer Ubong Ekpai (4 goals after Week 10), a striker or winger, and Sarafa Usman, an attacking midfielder or winger, have never been in better form. Enterprising winger Daniel Essien Etor (born 05.02.1992), formerly of Bukola Babes FC and Niger Tornadoes FC, is finally part of the team after missing out on the first couple of matches.

Some of the more unknown players that I have noticed include defender Uchenna Keke, striker Mfon Udoh and midfielder Davis Ukeme.

Akwa United FC, often referred to as The Promise Keepers, recently signed experienced goalkeeper John Gaadi (born 03.03.1982). Gaadi started the season at Sharks FC but failed to make an appearance. Gaadi, formerly of Lobi Stars FC, Wikki Tourists FC, Enyimba FC, Gombe United FC and Sunshine Stars FC, kept a clean sheet when he made his debut for Akwa United FC, ironically against Sharks FC, on 08.05.2013. Gaadi will fight Femi Kayode, formerly of Akwa Starlets FC, and Omoregie Nobas (born 02.06.1989), formerly of Kano Pillars FC and Niger Tornadoes FC, for the number one shirt.

* Last season, striker Samuel Agba was one of the top strikers at second level side Katsina Spotlights FC. Agba is currently playing for Bayelsa United FC.

* After three seasons at Sharks FC, promising left-winger / striker Terry Envoh (born 12.12.1992) has joined Bayelsa United FC.

* Watch out for youngster Chigozie Ihunda of Dolphins FC. The attacking midfielder has played three matches so far this season.

* Victor Babayaro (born 27.08.1983), the veteran right-back at Dolphins FC, and left-winger Emem Eduok (born 31.08.1991) have both played 10 out of 10 matches so far this season.

* El-Kanemi Warriors FC has signed a Cameroonian striker called Junior Rafael Boumsong, often referred to as “Raphael Bonson”. Boumsong, formerly of Gazelle FC from Chad, made his debut for the Maiduguri-based side against ABS FC on 09.05.2013.

* On 09.05.2013, big striker Ebube Okpokwu scored two goals in his debut for El-Kanemi Warriors FC. Okpokwu started the season at second level side Abia Comets FC, where he has been a key player. Okpokwu has top level experience for Akwa United FC (during the Nigeria Premier League 2007-2008) and Gateway FC (during the Nigeria Premier League 2008-2009 and 2009-2010).

* Last season, Andrew Abalogu (born 03.10.1992) scored nine goals for ABS FC, while Sibi Gwar (born 09.09.1987) scored 18 goals for Niger Tornadoes FC. This season, they are both playing for Enyimba FC and they have both disappointed in front of goal. Gwar has one penalty goal to his name while Abalogu is still waiting for his first goal for Peoples’ Elephant.

Midfielder Abdulrazak Aliyu has shown a lot of promise in his first season at Enyimba FC, having joined from second level side FC Taraba. Attacking midfielder / winger Ugochukwu Nwachukwu, who played for Kano Pillars FC during a pre-season tournament in Niger, is another interesting newcomer at Enyimba FC. Enyimba FC has also signed Sam Ogwo who played for Wikki Tourists FC during the Nigeria Premier League 2012.

Central defender Ikechukwu Okorie (born 18.11.1993), a key player at the Nigeria U-20 national football team, has finally made his debut for Enyimba FC. Okorie spent the 2012-season on loan at Kaduna United FC. The picture, found on MTN Football, is of Okorie.

* A lot of inexperienced players have shown promise at Gombe United FC, including centre-back Peter Jang, formerly of Lobi Stars FC, teenage midfielder Ibrahim Chilli, striker John Kim, formerly of Nasarawa United FC, and striker Cyril Obodo, who already has two goals to his name during his fist ever season at top level of Nigerian football.

* Attacking midfielder / striker Peter Onoja (born 25.05.1991), formerly of Enyimba FC, has made a sensational start to the season at Kaduna United FC. Another interesting player at the club is centre-back John Uche (born 26.10.1991), formerly of Niger Tornadoes FC.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 06/05/2013

HEARTS OF OAK SC – PRESENTATION

winfulAfter Week 24 of the Ghanaian GLO Premier League 2012-2013, Hearts of Oak SC is number eight at the table. A mid-level finish will be quite a disappointment for a team that has won the title 19 times.

Hearts of Oak SC has used a lot of players this season. A total of 49 different players have gotten playing time or time on the bench. Personally, I think this is one of the reasons behind the rather uneventful season. Hearts of Oak SC is one of the most popular teams in Ghana and I know that the die-hard fans have questioned the quality of several players that have featured for the Phobians so far this season. Hearts of Oak SC has tried out several young, inexperienced players, seemingly without the quality to play top-level football in Ghana.

However; it’s not all bad at Hearts of Oak SC. The squad includes some of the best players in the country with team captain Mahatma Otoo as the biggest star. Otoo is a hard-working, energetic striker without any weaknesses. At times, Otoo has been an one man attack and without his contributuons, the Phobians could have been relegation candidates. Otoo is the current top scorer in the GLO Premier League with 13 goals in 22 matches. Otoo is a fringe player at the Black Stars, the Ghana national football team, and I expect him to sign a deal with an European club during the summer. He will be sorely missed at Hearts of Oak SC.

The experienced Lugard Tetteh, formerly of Zaytuna FC, Sporting Mirren FC and Berekum Arsenal FC, is the first-choice goalkeeper at the club. This is quite a surprise to me as I would have expected veteran Sammy Adjei or Philemon McCarthy to wear the number one shirt. Tetteh has looked quite steady between the sticks but I have a theory that the Phobians will be looking for a new number one for the GLO Premier League 2013-2014. The current backup goalkeeper is actually youngster Clement Ashitey who has been on the bench for the last 10 league matches.

Strongman Godwin Osei Bonsu has had a poor season at centre-back. Currently, the favoured central defenders seem to be Robin Gnagne, the young Ivorian, and Nuru Sulley, signed from Mighty Jets FC. Gnagne, formerly of the Red Bull Academy, is one of the revelations of the season, Gnagne is a tall, athletic central defender with excellent ball-control. Gnagne is actually quite skilful – which can be somewhat dangerous at times. When Gnagne gains more experience, he will become a quality player.

At right-back, Emmanuel Ansong, formerly of Aduana Stars FC, has looked quite impressive. At left-back, new signing Joseph Owusu Bempah, formerly of New Edubiase United FC, has fitted in well since his arrival in February 2013. Seth Owusu is also an option at left-back, but the burly defender is struggling to find the form he showed for Kessben FC in 2010-2011. Stephen Tetteh, who struggled to get playing time at lowly Tema Youth FC, is a utility player who has looked promising. Tetteh is able to play at both full-backs or as a defensive midfielder / winger.

Abubakar Moro is the main midfielder in the squad, a tireless, workaholic player with excellent ball-winning ability and strong tackles. The 19-year old Thomas Abbey is a skilful and talented player, often attacking from the left. The creative Romeo Agban is far from consistent but when he is in form, he is a creative spark, often found on the right side of the midfield. The promising Ollenu Ashitey, arguably the most interesting teenager in the squad, is always working hard for his team and his dribbling can be a joy to watch. Ashitey is primarily an attacking midfielder but can basically play in any attacking role. Watch out for the hard-working midfielder Winful Cobbina who is about to establish himself in the first eleven.

As already mentioned, it’s been all about Otoo up front. New signing James Bissue, formerly of Hapoel Be’er Sheva in Israel, has been a disappointment. Gilbert Fiamenyoh, who looked extremely promising at Heart of Lions FC, has been a shadow of himself, mostly because of injuries.

The picture is of Winful Cobbina, celebrating his goal against Asante Kotoko FC on 05.05.2013. The picture was found on www.accraheartsofoak.com.

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ABANGA, Kofi AM 10.02.1988 GHA 4+3 0
ABANKWA, Abdul Aziz D GHA 1+1 0
ABBAN, James F GHA 2+8 0
ABBEY, Thomas Arnold AM 16.08.1993 GHA 14+1 1
ACQUAH, Paul M GHA 3+3 0
ADDAI, Richard F 27.07.1986 GHA 0+4 0
ADJEI, Sammy G 01.09.1980 GHA 3 0
AFFUM, Edward F 20.05.1989 GHA 7+2 1
AGBAN, Romeo AM 06.10.1995 GHA 10 2
ALHASSAN, Yusif GHA 0 0
ALI, Alhassan M GHA 5+1 0
ANSAH, Obed AM 02.11.1986 GHA 1 0
ANSONG, Emmanuel D 22.10.1989 GHA 18 0
ASHITEY, Clement G GHA 0 0
ASHITEY, Ollenu AM 17.05.1994 GHA 10+8 2
BAAH, Boateng M 13.11.1987 GHA 0 0
BEMPAH, Joseph Owusu D GHA 9 0
BISSUE, James F 15.06.1991 GHA 4 0
BONSU, Godwin Osei D 03.03.1989 GHA 9 2
COBBINA, Winful M 06.09.1991 GHA 8 1
FIAMENYOH, Gilbert F 06.07.1992 GHA 2+3 0
GANIYU, Abdul D 10.10.1992 GHA 0+1 0
GNAGNE, Robin D 18.12.1993 CIV 17 4
GYIMAH, Prince Attakora M / F 25.12.1990 GHA 4+1 1
HAMDU, Alhassan D 12.04.1987 GHA 0+1 0
IDDRISU, Rashid GHA 4 0
KINGSTON, Laryea M 07.11.1980 GHA 4+1 0
LARYEA, Emmanuel D GHA 0+1 0
McCARTHY, Philemon G 14.08.1983 GHA 3 0
MENDS, Esme M GHA 3 1
MENSAH, Isaac GHA 0+1 0
MORO, Abubakar M 17.08.1991 GHA 18+2 0
MORO, Iddrisu DM GHA 5+2 1
MUGRI, Joseph F GHA 5 1
MUSAH, Yakubu M / F GHA 3+1 0
NKRUMAH, Douglas M / F 28.11.1986 GHA 0+1 0
NYEMEWERO, Issaka F GHA 0+3 0
OFORI, Isaac M / F GHA 2+3 0
OSEI, Emmanuel D 23.08.1982 GHA 6 0
OTOO, Mahatma F 06.02.1992 GHA 22 13
OWUSU, Seth D 12.09.1990 GHA 6+2 0
RAHMAN, Abdul GHA 1 0
RAZAK, Abubakari GHA 0+1 0
SADAT, Karim F GHA 1+3 1
SULEMAN, Karim D GHA 5+1 0
SULLEY, Nuru D GHA 21 2
TETTEH, Lugard G GHA 17 0
TETTEH, Stephen D / M GHA 6 0
WAHAB, Isaac GHA 0 0

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 05/05/2013

TOP SCORERS IN THE SENEGALESE LIGUE 1 2013

BADARA-BADJIAll 16 teams in the Senegalese Ligue 2013 have now played 15 matches, meaning that the first half of the season is finished. In this post, I will present a list of top scorers, including basic player information.

7 GOALS

BENOIT TOUPANE (born 10.06.1991) – TOURÉ KUNDA

* Back in 2008, while playing for AS Douanes, Toupane was widely regarded as one of the most promising strikers in Senegal. After a few uneventful seasons at AS Douanes, Toupane needed to re-launch his career. At Touré Kunda, Toupane has been a sensation, having scored seven goals in 15 matches. Toupane, who is hard-working, powerful and quite pacy, was the first player I wrote about on my blog, on 08.10.2010.

6 GOALS

EL HADJI FINE BOP (born 12.10.1994) – OLYMPIQUE DE NGOR

* Bop, the star striker of newly promoted Olympique de Ngor, has been one of the revelations of the Ligue 1. Bop has played 14 or 15 matches so far this season. The skilful speedster was presented in my post from 02.04.2013:

http://westafricanfootball.com/2013/04/02/el-hadji-fine-bop/

AMIDOU DIOP (born 27.02.1992) – DIAMBARS

* The towering Diop is originally a central midfielder but due to his offensive qualities, he has been given a more attacking role in the excellent Diambars team. Diop can operate in an attacking midfield role, as a regular target-man or playing behind a pacy striker like Ousseynou Boye. Diop has played all 15 matches so far this season. Diop was presented in my post from 20.02.2013:

http://westafricanfootball.com/2013/02/20/amidou-diop/

BABACAR SECK (born 05.03.1990) – ASC DIARAF

* Any mid-level European side looking for a modern-style, attacking-minded left-back should definitely check out Babacar Seck of ASC Diaraf, arguably the big star of the first part of the Ligue 1 2013. Despite being a full-back, Seck is a true attacking weapon due to his pace, strenght and powerful left-foot. Seck has played all 15 matches this season. Seck was presented in my post from 11.07.2011:

http://westafricanfootball.com/2011/07/11/babacar-seck/

5 GOALS

BADARA BADJI (born 24.02.1994) – YEGGO

* Watch out for the sensational Badara Badji. The 19-year old target-man is 190 centimeters has scored five goals in eight matches, as far as I know the best goal rate in the league. Badji, a product of the impressive academy Mawade Wade. The lanky striker is surprisingly skilful, has a lot of player intellence and has the confidence to try the spectacular. I am pretty sure we will hear a lot more from Badara Badji. The picture is of Badji and was found on http://www.ndamli.sn.

MOUHAMADOU DRAMÉ (born 05.05.1987) – DUC

* Veteran striker Dramé, formerly of US Gorée and DH El Jadida from Morocco, is a big and strong striker with plenty of experience. Dramé has played all 15 matches so far this season. Please note that Dramé has scored six goals according so some sources. Personally, I can only document five goals.

EL HADJI ADAMA MBAYE (born 18.12.1984) – AS PIKINE

* Experienced striker Mbaye is one of the most consistent and feared strikers in the Senegalese Ligue 1. The powerful Mbaye has played 12 or 13 matches so far this season, including three substitute appearances.

4 GOALS

LANDING SANÉ DIATTA (born 28.02.1990) – DUC

* Diatta is a centre-forward, formerly of AS Douanes and Casa Sport. Diatta has played 13 matches so far this season, forming an impressive partnership with Mouhamadou Dramé.

3 GOALS

ALPHA BA (born 31.12.1989) – US OUAKAM

* Tall, powerful centre-back who is dangerous whenever he is in the box. Ba, who has played 10 matches so far this season, played for Belgian side AA Gent during 2010-2011 and 2011-2012. Ba has played two matches for the Senegal national football team.

AMADOU BARRY (born 15.01.1988) – PORT AUTONOME

* Barry, an attacking midfielder or striker, is a rather unknown player to me. Last season, he was part of the Port Autonome team that won promotion. This season, he has played 10 or 11 matches, including at least three substitute appearances.

OUSSEYNOU BOYE (born 22.06.1992) – DIAMBARS

* Boye is a pacy, hard-working striker with clinical finishes. Boye has played 11 matches so far this season.

MALLÉ DIALLO – ASC LA LINGUÈRE

* At the time of writing, Mallé Diallo is a totally unknown player to me. I know he is a striker and that he has played 10 matches so far this season, at least five of them being substitute appearances. I am hoping to find out more about this exciting prospect.

TOUMANY DIEDHIOU (born 06.10.1989) – ASC NIARY TALLY

* Diedhiou, primarily a left-winger, is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous wingers in the league. Diedhiou, a former player of ASC Saloum and Stade de Mbour, made his debut for the Senegal national football team on 10.05.2010 in a friendly match against Mexico. Diedhiou has played 11 matches so far this season.

SÉGA DIOP (born 08.09.1989) – AS PIKINE

* Séga Diop is a striker, previously a star player at ASC Yakaar. Diop has played 11 or 12 matches so far this season, including at least five substitute appearances.

MAMADOU FALL (born 31.12.1991) – PORT AUTONOME

* Mamadou Fall is a quick and lively striker, formerly of Renaissance Sportive de Yoff and CSS Richard-Toll. Last season, Fall was one of the top strikers at CSS.

AMETH KOUNTA (born 10.10.1993) – AS SUCRIÉRE

* Talented striker Ameth Kounta scored in the two first matches of the season but has been rather quiet ever since. Kounta has played 11 matches so far this season, including two substitute appearances.

ABDOULAYE KENEME (born 05.01.1990) – OLYMPIQUE DE NGOR

* Keneme is a winger, striker or attacking midfielder who has played all 15 matches for the impressive Olympique de Ngor so far this season. Last season, Keneme was one of the players that won promotion with the team. As far as I know, this is his first season at top level of Senegalese football.

MAMADOU NIANG (born 10.11.1989) – US GORÉE

* Niang, formerly of ASC HLM, is a consistent striker in the Senegalese Ligue 1. Niang is primarly a centre-forward due to his height and strenght. He has played 13 or 14 matches so far this season.

THIERNO NIANG – ASC LA LINGUÈRE

* Centre-forward Thierno Niang, most likely 19 or 20 years old, is one of the hottest prospects at high-flying ASC La Linguère. Niang has played 13 or 14 matches so far this season.

ALPHA OUMAR SOW (born 12.02.1984) –  ASC DIARAF

* Sow, who played professionally for US Sénart-Moissy(France) in 2010-2011, is a big, strong centre-forward. Sow played for Casa Sport before travelling to France. He scored five goals for ASC Diaraf last season. Sow has played 12 matches so far this season, including two substitute appearances.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 02/05/2013

STATISTICS FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

oghenekaro

In this post, you will find player statistics from all 20 teams in the Nigeria Professional Football League.

The picture, found on MTN Football, shows Oghenekaro Etebo of Warri Wolves FC, one of the revelations of the season.

ABS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABDULLAHI, Ibrahim AM 02.11.1995 NGA 1
ABOLAJI, Abdulkadir Ridwan D 08.07.1989 NGA 0
ADEBAYO, Fade D / M NGA 0
AJANAH, Chinedu D 23.10.1992 NGA 0
ALAMAYO, Funsho F NGA 0
ALOMA, Idris D NGA 0
AMINU, Abdulkadir M / F 17.04.1991 NGA 0
ARCHIBONG, Eso M / F NGA 0
AUDU, Akeem F NGA 1
BASHIR, Abdulrahman F NGA 2
DOGO, Suleiman G NGA 0
ENEMI, Justice D 21.03.1991 NGA 0
LORDSON, Ter’ade Ichull DM 23.02.1994 NGA 3
OMOLAYO, Ibrahim D NGA 0
ONIGBARI, Akeem D NGA 0
ONYEKA, Emmanuel F NGA 0
RAIMI, Sunday F NGA 0
STONE, Evbuomwan M 22.11.1994 NGA 0
SULAIMAN, Soliu G NGA 0
SULEIMAN, Ismaila M 20.11.1991 NGA 0
USMAN, Jonah G 10.10.1993 NGA 0
WALBE, David G NGA 0
WASIU, Ibrahim G 15.01.1991 NGA 0
YUSUF, Abubakar D 31.05.1991 NGA 0
ZENKE, Thomas AM 30.01.1993 NGA 1

 

AKWA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ADAH, Stephen M 20.12.1988 NGA 0
AGUDA, John DM NGA 0
AKPAN, Ini M / F 20.03.1990 NGA 0
ATAMBA, James NGA 1
EFFIONG, Otobong NGA 0
EKPAI, Ubong F NGA 3
ESSIEN, Joseph DM 11.09.1988 NGA 0
HINGIR, Son F 17.12.1991 NGA 0
IDIO, Ubong NGA 0
INAMOTO, Godwin NGA 0
IORLIAM, Gwaza D NGA 0
KAYODE, Femi G NGA 0
KEKE, Uchenna NGA 0
KONAN, Boris F CIV 0
MONAYAN, Dimka D NGA 0
NAKARGO, Nura D NGA 0
NNAMSO, Edo D / M NGA 0
NOBAS, Omoregie G 02.06.1989 NGA 0
NOSA, Lucky D NGA 0
ODEY, Adama Ada D / M 23.01.1986 NGA 0
ORIAH, Roman F NGA 0
UDOH, Mfon F NGA 2
UKEME, Davis NGA 1
USMAN, Sarafa AM NGA 3

 

BAYELSA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABAWULA, Anthony M 23.08.1990 NGA 0
AGBA, Samuel F NGA 0
AGBOYI, Avoka M 14.12.1994 NGA 0
AKOSU, Terkimbi F 20.11.1992 NGA 1
AKPAKPAN, Iboro G NGA 0
BABANGIDA, Ibrahim NGA 0
CHIGOZIE, Christopher AM 04.02.1992 NGA 1
CHUKWUDI, Fortune D 18.11.1992 NGA 0
CHUKWUMA, Ifeanyi NGA 0
DIMIE, Ineididie NGA 0
EBIMOBOWEI, Peter F 11.11.1993 NGA 0
EBINIPERE, Dengo D 10.06.1990 NGA 0
ENVOH, Terry F 12.12.1992 NGA 0
FABIYI, Emmanuel G 09.10.1985 BEN 0
GAMBO, Gideon G 15.11.1992 NGA 0
IHUARULAM, Justice Uche F 02.12.1992 NGA 3
IYASELE, Odili D / M NGA 2
KOKORIKO, Erepamo NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Jiya NGA 0
NWANKWE, Tarilaye D NGA 1
OKARDI, Blessing M 05.11.1988 NGA 0
OKEY, Azubuike DM NGA 0
OKPOSE, Martins M / F NGA 0
ONDUKU, Gomo M / F NGA 2
OTIMOTI, Diri M / F NGA 0

 

DOLPHINS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
AFEEZ, Yusuf M / F NGA 2+2 0
AJAGUN, Abdul AM 10.02.1993 NGA 2 1
AKOMBO, Terhemen G NGA 0+1 0
ATULOMA, Emeka Francis M 01.10.1992 NGA 7+1 0
AUTA, Philip M / F ??.??.1988 NGA 2+2 0
BABAYARO, Victor D 27.08.1983 NGA 9 0
BROWN, Austin G 20.04.1983 NGA 6 0
CHUKWU, Chimaobi M / F 03.07.1985 NGA 5 0
DOUHADJI, Yaovi Joseph TOG 0 0
EDUOK, Emem M / F 31.08.1991 NGA 8+1 2
EFEOWIE, Demero D NGA 2+2 0
EGWIM, Ifeanyi F 07.01.1992 NGA 3+4 1
EZURUIKE, Victor D 24.10.1981 NGA 7 0
FESTUS, Austin D 31.01.1989 NGA 8 0
HUSSEIN, Hassan M NGA 5+1 0
IHUNDA, Chigozie NGA 2 0
JAIYEOLA, Tope NGA 0 0
JIMOH, Ismaila NGA 0 0
OJABU, Omoh M / F 14.12.1992 NGA 0+3 0
OKOLI, Chidiebere D NGA 8 0
OKWARA, Fred F 19.03.1989 NGA 5+3 2
OLAWALE, Isiaka M 11.11.1983 NGA 7 1
OLEWESI, Johnson M / F 20.12.1983 NGA 0+2 0
ONUIGBO, Ifeanyi F 22.11.1989 NGA 2 0
OSUCHUKWU, Chidi AM NGA 4 0
ROTIMI, Sunday G 08.03.1980 NGA 3 0
UMAR, Abubakar F NGA 1+4 0

 

EL-KANEMI WARRIORS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ADEWALE, Kabiru Sarki D NGA 0
AMANZE, Kenneth NGA 0
AUDU, Abraham NGA 0
BABALE, Ibrahim Abubakar F NGA 0
BABALO, Haruna F NGA 5
BUKAR, Bamai D / M NGA 2
CHINWUBA, George D NGA 0
DJONDANG, Joel D CAM 0
GEORGE, Michael G NGA 0
OBIAZO, David G NGA 0
OGBONNAYA, Reuben D NGA 0
ONUEGBU, Stanley D NGA 0
SHEHU, Abdullahi AM NGA 0
SIMON, Mike D NGA 1
SULE, Baba AM 11.12.1988 NGA 0

 

ENYIMBA FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABALOGU, Andrew F 03.10.1992 NGA 0
ADAMS, Linus DM 06.12.1992 NGA 0
AGBO, Uche AM NGA 0
AKOMBO, Ukeyima F 25.11.1987 NGA 1
ALIYU, Abdulrazak M NGA 0
AMANFOR, Chime F NGA 1
ANYANWU, Emmanuel D 15.11.1991 NGA 0
BANINI, Franck F CAM 0
EDE, Ifeanyi F 25.10.1990 NGA 1
EKWURIBE, Ndubuisi M / F NGA 0
ESIEME, Bright D 04.10.1992 NGA 0
GWAR, Sibi F 09.09.1987 NGA 1
IDEMOKON, Godwin F NGA 0
ISHAYA, Benjamin DM 06.11.1990 NGA 0
LIADI, Semiu D NGA 0
MADUABUCHI, Josiah AM 16.05.1989 NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Bala M 04.01.1988 NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Nura D NGA 0
NDUKWE, Uche F 15.06.1990 NGA 0
NWACHUKWU, Ugochukwu AM NGA 1
OGWO, Sam NGA 0
OJOBO, Markson D NGA 0
OKONKWO, Chinonso M / F NGA 0
OKORIE, Ikechukwu D 18.11.1993 NGA 0
OKOYOH, Michael AM NGA 1
OLABIYI, Rasheed AM 08.08.1990 NGA 0
PAUL, Godwin G 16.09.1987 NGA 0
SAKA, Ayo AM 22.12.1990 NGA 0
SIMAN, Yusuf F 18.12.1992 NGA 0
SOKARI, Kingsley AM NGA 0
THOMAS, Olufemi G 05.08.1989 NGA 0
UDOJI, Chinedu D 22.12.1989 NGA 0
UGWU, Uwadiegwu D NGA 0

 

GOMBE UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ALHASSAN, Yusuf D NGA 0
AMINU, Awwalu D 02.01.1986 NGA 0
AMUSAN, Wale F 12.06.1989 NGA 0
ANI, Marshal M 14.04.1992 NGA 0
AUDU, Sarki F 30.08.1991 NGA 0
CHIBUIKE, Jude NGA 0
CHILLI, Ibrahim M NGA 0
EDJEBARE, Lucky NGA 0
EKPOMA, Austin AM 01.08.1991 NGA 1
GIDADO, Manu Sunday M 16.10.1986 NGA 0
JANG, Peter D NGA 0
HABU, Idris 12.10.1993 NGA 0
KIM, John NGA 1
KINGSLEY, Elvis M 27.05.1982 NGA 0
KWAIRANGA, Alhaji M 28.12.1987 NGA 0
MADU, Sani NGA 0
MAIJALINGO, Umar G NGA 0
NAZIM, Abubakar M NGA 0
OBIOHA, MacMarcel D NGA 0
OBIOKO, Kennedy D NGA 0
OBODO, Cyril NGA 1
OGUNDELE, Ola D 05.07.1990 NGA 0
ONYEUDO, Bishop F NGA 5
SIMON, Timothy D 06.10.1993 NGA 0
SULEIMAN, Samaila D 09.04.1984 NGA 0
UCHE, Michael NGA 0
YUSUF, Ahmed G 23.06.1985 NGA 0

 

HEARTLAND FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
AGGREH, Prince M / F NGA 0
AKOR, Isah F 01.11.1991 NGA 6
AKPEYI, Daniel G 03.08.1986 NGA 0
DURU, Longinus G NGA 0
EFUGH, Chinedu D 30.03.1986 NGA 0
ESOM, Collins Tochukwu F NGA 1
FRANCIS, Benjamin D NGA 0
HARUNA, Abdul AM 12.01.1988 NGA 0
IBENEGBU, Ikechukwu AM 22.02.1986 NGA 2
NWACHUKWU, Obinna Stephen F 18.01.1992 NGA 0
OBI, Ebele G 15.03.1985 NGA 0
OGBONNA, Nelson NGA 0
OGBU, Emeka F 22.02.1990 NGA 1
OKAGBUE, Orji Kalu D 09.01.1992 NGA 0
OKUOKA, Happy F 18.05.1991 NGA 3
OLOWO, Emmanuel D 14.04.1988 NGA 0
OLUSESI, Temitope F NGA 1
ONGOLO, Eddy M / F NGA 0
ONYECHEFULA, Onyebuchi D NGA 0
ORISAKWE, Uchenna M NGA 0
OSAS, Jolly AM 30.05.1993 NGA 0
TYAVKASE, David AM 30.12.1984 NGA 2
UBIDO, Julius M 29.12.1984 NGA 0
UDEH, Anthony Chinedu G 13.06.1991 NGA 0
UKAEGBU, Amarachi NGA 1
YAU, Hassan DM NGA 0

 

KADUNA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABUBAKAR, Hassan AM NGA 0
ADAMU, Ali F 25.10.1993 NGA 3
AMBROSE, Emmanuel D 25.04.1992 NGA 0
AMBROSE, Peter D 23.12.1989 NGA 0
AMINU, Isa DM NGA 0
ARUWA, Sani AM NGA 0
AYUBA, Moses F 03.05.1985 NGA 0
GODWIN, Raymond G NGA 0
HUSSAINI, Nasiru AM NGA 0
JIBO, Iliya F NGA 1
LAWAL, Ibrahim NGA 1
MATTHIAS, Alfred D NGA 0
MICHAEL, Anthony D NGA 0
NDALA, Ibrahim D 02.05.1985 NGA 0
NSIDIBE, Oliver DM NGA 0
NURA, Abubakar NGA 0
ODO, Moses F 11.12.1993 NGA 1
ONOJA, Peter AM 25.05.1991 NGA 2
RABIU, Hussaini G NGA 0
UCHE, John NGA 0
YAHAYA, Abdulrazak D NGA 0
YAU, Musa NGA 0

 

KANO PILLARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
AFELOKHAI, Theophilus G 07.04.1988 NGA 0
ALHAJI, Alhaji D NGA 1
ALI, Nasiru F NGA 0
ALI, Rabiu AM 27.09.1990 NGA 1
BUHARI, Musa AM 11.09.1993 NGA 0
EHIS, Kenneth D NGA 0
GAMBO, Mohammed F 10.03.1988 NGA 3
IBRAHIM, Nafiu Rabiu F 10.05.1992 NGA 1
IKECHUKWU, Gabriel D 20.01.1989 NGA 0
INUWA, Nazifi Ammani D 04.06.1989 NGA 0
JAMES, Cletus Promise D 14.12.1989 NGA 0
KOFARMATA, Bello Musa M / F 12.05.1988 NGA 2
MUAZU, Murtala NGA 0
MUSTAPHA, Musa DM 26.08.1990 NGA 0
OHUNTA, Eugene Obi DM 06.12.1987 NGA 0
SAMUEL, Mathias DM NGA 0
SANI, Haliru G 10.07.1984 NGA 0
SHAGARI, Mohammed Shehu DM 29.11.1990 NGA 0
SHEHU, Abdullahi AM 12.03.1993 NGA 0
TSWANYA, Samuel D 19.07.1989 NGA 0
UBALE, Mannir F 02.07.1991 NGA 0
UMAR, Kabiru F NGA 0
ZANGO, Umar D 10.11.1985 NGA 0

 

KWARA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ABU, Azeez F 31.05.1991 NGA 6 1
ADAMU, Hassan Lawal F NGA 1+1 1
ADEGBENRO, Samuel M / F NGA 6 0
ALEBIOSU, Segun F NGA 1+2 0
ATERE, Segun M 02.11.1985 NGA 0 0
AYELESO, Suraj G 12.03.1991 NGA 3 0
AZEEZ, Ikhana G 18.12.1988 NGA 0 0
DIMGBA, Stanley M / F NGA 4+2 0
EKELOJUOTI, Fuad AM NGA 2 0
HALILU, Obadaki D 20.12.1993 NGA 2 0
IJAIYA, Lukman D 21.07.1986 NGA 2+2 0
IYORO, Evans M / F NGA 7 0
JAIYEOLA, Yusuf AM 11.11.1984 NGA 2 0
JIMOH, Sherif DM 10.10.1992 NGA 4 0
LANRE, Ferinyaro D NGA 2 0
OBIORAH, Christopher M NGA 3+1 0
ODITA, Okey D NGA 8 0
OGUNGBE, Ganiu D 01.12.1992 NGA 8 0
OJO, Dare M NGA 8 1
OLADUNTOYE, Isiaka D NGA 0+2 0
OLUKOKUN, Najeem F 27.12.1990 NGA 4+2 3
OMOYAYI, Saburi D 02.11.1989 NGA 4+1 0
SAKA, Habib D NGA 2+1 0
SANUSI, Kabiru F NGA 5+2 1
SOGBESO, Seun D NGA 2 0
TAIWO, Sunday M NGA 0+2 0
YAHAYA, Solomon D NGA 4 0
YEKEEN, Kazeem G 28.12.1992 NGA 6+1 0
ZAKKAH, Bala D NGA 4 0

 

LOBI STARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
AGBAJI, Anthony D 21.11.1992 NGA 0
AIGBE, Osas Stanley M / F NGA 0
AJIA, Emmanuel M 10.10.1994 NGA 0
ALIYU, Ahmed F NGA 0
AONDONGU, Joshua Abanyi M NGA 1
ATSAKA, Daniel G 16.02.1992 NGA 0
ATULE, Benedict D 20.12.1987 NGA 0
BARNABAS, Imenger F 24.11.1991 NGA 2
BASSEY, Ezekiel D 01.04.1988 NGA 0
BUNDE, Moses D 31.12.1992 NGA 0
EBITOGWA, Jude D 16.07.1985 NGA 0
ELEANYA, Samuel NGA 0
EZE, Stephen D NGA 1
FORGIVE, Terwanger D 03.08.1986 NGA 1
IGBINOBA, Esosa M NGA 0
IKENNA, Paul M NGA 0
IKPEEN, Terna DM 02.02.1986 NGA 0
JOHNSON, Chidozie M 06.03.1983 NGA 0
KOLLIE, John F 07.09.1981 LBR 1
LAWRENCE, John G NGA 0
MELAI, Terkaa G 22.10.1991 NGA 0
NWAOGU, Chimaobi F 22.10.1989 NGA 2
OKORIE, Daniel F NGA 0
OKPOTU, Tony F 03.03.1994 NGA 1
OLUSEH, Mathew F NGA 0
ORKUMA, Moses M NGA 0
SAMUEL, Irolo F NGA 0
UJAH, Joseph M NGA 0

 

NASARAWA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABUBAKAR, Ahmed NGA 0
AGWU, Chinedu G 18.02.1986 NGA 0
ALIYU, Abubakar M NGA 1
ANYANWU, Kenneth D 01.07.1985 NGA 0
ATTAH, Afeso G 03.04.1982 NGA 0
BENSON, Emmanuel G NGA 0
BEWARANG, Edward D / M NGA 0
DEBEKEME, Tamarakuro D 24.10.1985 NGA 0
IBRAHIM, Ibrahim NGA 0
IDRIS, Baba DM NGA 0
IGHADO, Andrew M 09.03.1986 NGA 0
ISHAYA, Anyu NGA 0
ISIOCHA, Eze F 09.07.1987 NGA 0
JACKSON, Daniel F NGA 2
MALACHY, Iloe F NGA 1
MANGA, Mohammed D NGA 0
NAMO, Victor F 03.11.1988 NGA 3
ONUH, Promise D 05.04.1987 NGA 0
PAUL, Dami G 18.12.1992 NGA 0
UGOCHUKWU, Leonard F NGA 2
WASA, Dan NGA 0

 

NEMBE CITY FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ADEBOYE, Tunde NGA 0
AGOGU, Ebitimi F NGA 0
AKINBINU, Sunday F 06.06.1995 NGA 1
ARINZE, Obioma F NGA 0
ASUQUO, Inyang F NGA 1
AUSTIN, Johnny NGA 0
AWE, Kola D 20.10.1987 NGA 0
BRAYE, Brown D NGA 1
DUKU, Dominic D NGA 0
EBIABOWEI, Baker D NGA 1
IGE, Kola G 28.12.1985 NGA 0
KIPU PERE, Vincent M 01.12.1986 NGA 0
OGHENE, Elijah M NGA 0
OKIKI, Musanpa F NGA 4
OMONIGHO, Dafe NGA 0
OPUBO, Japhet G NGA 0
ROTIMI, Omoniwa D NGA 0
TOMBIRI, Bina NGA 1
UGOCHUKWU, Uche NGA 2
ZIKIYE, Jonathan D NGA 0
ZUZU, Benjamin DM NGA 0

 

RANGERS INTERNATIONAL FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ADEGBITE, Razaq F NGA 0
AGBIM, Chigozie G 28.11.1984 NGA 0
AJAEGBO, Chimezie D NGA 1
AKOR, Itodo G NGA 0
ANYASODO, Nnamdi D NGA 0
AYALOGU, Godwin G 11.12.1985 NGA 0
BITRUS, Dada F NGA 3
CHUKWUDI, Samuel M NGA 0
COLY, Pierre D SEN 0
EGBETA, Uremu Michael AM 15.11.1991 NGA 0
EGBUCHULAM, Chisom F NGA 1
ETIM, Matthew D NGA 0
EZE, Emeka Christian AM 22.12.1992 NGA 0
GERO, Alhaji F 10.10.1993 NGA 1
IWUORIE, Ekene D 15.09.1985 NGA 0
JABASON, Solomon DM NGA 0
JUSTICE, Chinedu D NGA 0
MADU, Chibuzor D NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Adamu F 16.11.1992 NGA 1
ODAH, Onoriode AM NGA 0
OGHOGHO, Oduokpe F NGA 2
OGUCHI, Uche D 19.09.1987 NGA 0
OKONKWO, Chibuzor D NGA 1
ORIAKU, Cyril D 14.02.1989 NGA 0
SANÉ, Pape Ousmane D 21.02.1984 SEN 0
SANI, Sanusi F NGA 1
SUNDAY, Chinedu Udeagha M 26.12.1992 NGA 2
TARO, Seun M NGA 0
UMAR, Haliru D / M NGA 0
UZOCHUKWU, Ugonna DM 11.03.1992 NGA 1
YARHERE, Efe F 27.04.1988 NGA 2

 

SHARKS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABUTU, Jonah AM 27.07.1988 NGA 0
AWALA, Moses DM NGA 0
CHUKWU, Hillary F NGA 0
EBOSIE, Nnamdi D NGA 0
EJIOGU, Chijioke G 22.11.1984 NGA 0
EKOH, Favour Oke D NGA 0
ESOBE, Ifeanyi D NGA 0
EZENWA, Ikechukwu G 16.10.1988 NGA 0
FIBERESIMA, Hope M 17.09.1990 NGA 0
GAADI, John G 03.03.1982 NGA 0
GEORGE, Amakiri F 14.01.1988 NGA 1
IYORHE, Luter F NGA 0
KINGSLEY, Patrick D / M NGA 0
MADU, Chiamaka M / F NGA 1
MINAIBIYE, Labomie D / M NGA 0
NWAOGU, Benjamin NGA 0
NWOSU, Nwosu NGA 0
OBOMATE, Fredrick D NGA 1
ODINGA, Odinga D 13.05.1985 NGA 0
OKEREKE, Ezioha AM 28.12.1987 NGA 2
OKOROWONKO, Stanley M 10.04.1988 NGA 0
OMONIWARI, Fortune M NGA 0
OROGONO, Daniel D / M NGA 0
OSAGIE, Junior F 15.01.1985 NGA 0
STOWE, Thompson M NGA 0
UCHE, Jonah G NGA 0
USMAN, Mani M NGA 0
YUSUF, Mamaya M NGA 0

 

SHOOTING STARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Matches Goals
ADEBOYE, Sola DM 06.08.1992 NGA 8 0
ADEGOKE, Mutiu D 10.02.1984 NGA 6 0
ADESINA ADENIRAN, Thomas F 15.01.1992 NGA 1+1 0
ADIGUN, Olamide Lateef D NGA 7+1 0
ADIGUN, Yomi D 15.12.1985 NGA 1+1 0
ADIKWU, Gabriel F NGA 1 0
AFOLABI, Okiki M / F NGA 4+1 0
AJIBOYE, Dele G 07.08.1990 NGA 4 0
AKANBI, Taofeek Morenikeji F 11.11.1994 NGA 0 0
AKANDE, Abiodun G 10.12.1992 NGA 0 0
AKAS, Chima D 03.05.1994 NGA 5 1
AKINDELE, Toluwase F 20.11.1991 NGA 0+1 1
AKINYEMI, Seun D NGA 8 0
AMANYI, David D 31.12.1984 NGA 1 0
ASUQUO, Philip AM NGA 8 0
BABALOLA. Ibrahim DM NGA 1+1 0
BABANGIDA, Ibrahim Adewale M NGA 1 0
EBIAKU, Sylvanus D 03.03.1984 NGA 1 0
EDJOMARIEGWE, Tony M / F NGA 8 3
EKE, Jacob F NGA 2+1 0
GATA, Ismaila F 09.07.1988 NGA 1 0
IGHODARO, Osaguona F 10.10.1990 NGA 1+3 1
MOHAMMED, Sani DM NGA 1+1 0
MUSA, Raphael M 04.04.1990 NGA 1+4 0
OCHEAYI, Richards G NGA 2+1 0
OGAGA, Moses F 03.08.1987 NGA 4+4 3
OKANLAWON, Laide G 31.12.1990 NGA 3 0
OLABISI, Samuel D NGA 9 0
SALAMI, Gbolahan F 15.04.1991 NGA 6 3
SHOBOWALE, Azeez M 24.06.1991 NGA 4+3 1

 

SUNSHINE STARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ADAMU, Yahaya F 17.07.1993 NGA 0
ADEDAYO, Shotayo DM NGA 0
ADENIJI, Tunde NGA 0
ADENIYI, Alaba F NGA 1
ARIYO, David G NGA 0
EZEKIEL, Henry D NGA 0
HÉLÉ HÉLÉ, Isaac D 01.10.1981 CAM 0
IBRAHIM, Ajani F NGA 3
IDEHEN, Osamudiamen F 13.05.1990 NGA 0
INAH, Ofem D 14.02.1990 NGA 0
ITODO, Cletus DM 01.01.1984 NGA 0
JOSIAH, Christian F NGA 1
MOHAMMED, Sule G NGA 0
OBOABONA, Godfrey D 16.09.1990 NGA 2
OCHEJE, Moses G 21.05.1988 NGA 0
ODUNLAMI, Ebenezer D NGA 0
OGUNLEYE, Jacob Olayemi AM 05.10.1992 NGA 1
OJO, Dayo AM 10.10.1994 NGA 0
OJO, Ibukun F NGA 0
OLORUNDARE, Dele F 01.12.1990 NGA 6
ONOBI, Paul 27.12.1992 NGA 0
OSASCO, Precious D 18.10.1992 NGA 0
OSAWE, Alaba D 05.09.1989 NGA 0
SHEDRACK, Francis M / F NGA 0
SOLOMON, Kwambe D 30.09.1993 NGA 0

 

WARRI WOLVES FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
AKPOJUVWEVWO, Bright D 27.09.1987 NGA 0
AMUTU, Augustine F NGA 0
ANUBI, Kola M 24.03.1987 NGA 0
COULIBALY, Adama D 20.07.1987 MLI 0
DOSU, John G 09.04.1986 NGA 0
EBOH, Dauda Alilu F NGA 1
EGWUEKWE, Azubuike D 16.07.1989 NGA 0
ETEBO, Oghenekaro AM 09.11.1995 NGA 4
EYIMOFE, Joseph D 22.09.1984 NGA 0
EZEMA, Victor D 02.10.1991 NGA 0
KUNDI, Musa M 29.08.1986 NGA 0
NAJARE, Musa F 16.01.1992 NGA 3
OBADA, Bright NGA 0
ODAH, Okiemute G 23.11.1988 NGA 0
OJO, Mine D NGA 0
OKOYE, Ifeanyi F 06.01.1990 NGA 0
OMO, Johnson F NGA 0
ONAMADO, Goodluck D 16.11.1988 NGA 0
OSADIAYE, Joseph M NGA 1
OSAGIE, Monday D 31.12.1989 NGA 0
THANKGOD, Ike D 04.04.1985 NGA 0
VANZEKIN, Ambrose G 14.07.1986 NGA 0
YAKUBU, Akeem M / F 12.08.1990 NGA 1

 

WIKKI TOURISTS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ACHIMUGWU, Friday G 24.06.1989 NGA 0
AGBOOLA, Kayode F NGA 0
AIYEYEMI, James G NGA 0
ALEGBE, Victor F NGA 1
AREMU, Tunde AM NGA 1
ASEKUNOWO, Ayo D NGA 0
ASHU, Kingsley D NGA 0
BABANGIDA, Yusuf G NGA 0
EKONG, Nehemiah D 30.09.1988 NGA 0
FRIMPONG, Daniel F 08.01.1993 GHA 1
GANDU, Ali NGA 0
IBRAHIM, Mustapha D 13.12.1990 NGA 0
JOHNSON, Alaba F NGA 2
LUKMAN, Abdul Karim M NGA 0
MAJAMA’A, Shehu D 13.11.1989 NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Bilya AM NGA 0
MONSURU, Rafiu D 07.05.1992 NGA 0
ONUOHA, Emenike D NGA 0
OTANWA, Otanwa M NGA 0
SAKIN, Bolaji Simon F NGA 1
SALIHU, Muktari NGA 0
SANI, Ibrahim NGA 0
UMANAH, Festus D NGA 0
YAKUBU, Victor F 11.03.1989 NGA 0

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 26/04/2013

STATISTICS FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

Football - Nigerian Premier League 2010/11- Kwara United v-Lobi Stars-Gateway International Stadium Sagamu

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In this post, you will find basic player information and goalscoring information after Week 8 of the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013. All players mentioned have played at least one match, or been on the bench at least once, during the first eight matches.

LOBI STARS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
AGBAJI, Anthony D 21.11.1992 NGA 0
AIGBE, Osas Stanley M / F NGA 0
AJIA, Emmanuel M 10.10.1994 NGA 0
ALIYU, Ahmed F NGA 0
AONDONGU, Joshua Abanyi M NGA 1
ATULE, Benedict D 20.12.1987 NGA 0
BARNABAS, Imenger F 24.11.1991 NGA 2
BASSEY, Ezekiel D 01.04.1988 NGA 0
BUNDE, Moses D 31.12.1992 NGA 0
EBITOGWA, Jude D 16.07.1985 NGA 0
ELEANYA, Samuel NGA 0
EZE, Stephen D NGA 1
FORGIVE, Terwanger D 03.08.1986 NGA 1
IGBINOBA, Esosa M NGA 0
IKENNA, Paul M NGA 0
IKPEEN, Terna DM 02.02.1986 NGA 0
JOHNSON, Chidozie M 06.03.1983 NGA 0
LAWRENCE, John G NGA 0
MELAI, Terkaa G 22.10.1991 NGA 0
NWAOGU, Chimaobi F 22.10.1989 NGA 2
OKORIE, Daniel F NGA 0
OKPOTU, Tony F 03.03.1994 NGA 1
OLUSEH, Mathew F NGA 0
ORKUMA, Moses M NGA 0
SAMUEL, Irolo F NGA 0
UJAH, Joseph M NGA 0

 

* Watch out for Stephen Eze, an athletic, lanky and highly gifted centre-back, most likely still a teenager. Eze is a product of the youth set-up at Lobi Stars FC. Young midfielder Joshua Abanyi Aondongu has also shown a lot of promise so far this season.

* I predict a good season from Lobi Stars FC. Star striker Tony Okpotu, who attended trials at Norwegian clubs SK Brann and Molde FK before the season, has been struggling with injury lately. When Okpotu returns in top form, he should be able to form a tremendous striking pair with Imenger Barnabas, the powerful striker who played for Trelleborgs FF (Sweden) in 2012. Further, the more experienced point man Chimaobi Nwaogu looks set for a great season.

* The picture, found on http://www.felele247.com, is of Moses Orkuma, the hard-working central midfielder who plays for the Nigeria U-20 national football team.

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 23/04/2013

STATISTICS FROM THE NIGERIA PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE 2013

bishop onyeudo~1In this post, you will find basic player information and goalscoring information after Week 7 of the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013. All players mentioned have played at least one match, or been on the bench at least once, during the first seven matches.

The picture, found on MTN Football, is of Biship Onyeudo of Gombe United FC, the current top scorer in the Nigeria Professional Football League 2013 (together with Isah Akor of Heartland FC).

BAYELSA UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ABAWULA, Anthony M 23.08.1990 NGA 0
AGBA, Samuel F NGA 0
AGBOYI, Avoka M 14.12.1994 NGA 0
AKOSU, Terkimbi 20.11.1992 NGA 0
AKPAKPAN, Iboro G NGA 0
BABANGIDA, Ibrahim NGA 0
CHIGOZIE, Christopher AM 04.02.1992 NGA 1
CHUKWUDI, Fortune D 18.11.1992 NGA 0
DIMIE, Ineididie NGA 0
EBIMOBOWEI, Peter F 11.11.1993 NGA 0
EBINIPERE, Dengo D 10.06.1990 NGA 0
ENVOH, Terry F 12.12.1992 NGA 0
FABIYI, Emmanuel G 09.10.1985 BEN 0
GAMBO, Gideon G 15.11.1992 NGA 0
IHUARULAM, Justice Uche F 02.12.1992 NGA 3
IYASELE, Odili D / M NGA 2
KOKORIKO, Erepamo NGA 0
MOHAMMED, Jiya NGA 0
NWANKWE, Tarilaye D NGA 1
OKARDI, Blessing M 05.11.1988 NGA 0
OKEY, Azubuike DM NGA 0
OKPOSE, Martins M / F NGA 0
ONDUKU, Gomo M / F NGA 1
OTIMOTI, Diri M / F NGA 0

 

EL-KANEMI WARRIORS FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
BABALE, Ibrahim Abubakar F NGA 0
BABALO, Haruna F NGA 4
BUKAR, Bamai D / M NGA 1
DJONDANG, Joel D CAM 0
OBIAZO, David G NGA 0
OGBONNAYA, Reuben D NGA 0
ONUEGBU, Stanley D NGA 0
SHEHU, Abdullahi AM NGA 0
SIMON, Mike D NGA 1

 

GOMBE UNITED FC

Name Position D.O.B. Nat. Goals
ALHASSAN, Yusuf D NGA 0
AMINU, Awwalu D 02.01.1986 NGA 0
AMUSAN, Wale F 12.06.1989 NGA 0
ANI, Marshal M 14.04.1992 NGA 0
AUDU, Sarki F 30.08.1991 NGA 0
CHIBUIKE, Jude NGA 0
CHILLI, Ibrahim M NGA 0
EDJEBARE, Lucky NGA 0
EKPOMA, Austin AM 01.08.1991 NGA 1
GIDADO, Manu Sunday M 16.10.1986 NGA 0
JANG, Peter NGA 0
HABU, Idris 12.10.1993 NGA 0
KIM, John NGA 1
KINGSLEY, Elvis M 27.05.1982 NGA 0
KWAIRANGA, Alhaji M 28.12.1987 NGA 0
MADU, Sani NGA 0
MAIJALINGO, Umar G NGA 0
NAZIM, Abubakar M NGA 0
OBIOHA, MacMarcel D NGA 0
OBIOKO, Kennedy D NGA 0
OBODO, Cyril NGA 0
OGUNDELE, Ola D 05.07.1990 NGA 0
ONYEUDO, Bishop F NGA 5
SIMON, Timothy D 06.10.1993 NGA 0
SULEIMAN, Samaila D 09.04.1984 NGA 0
UCHE, Michael NGA 0
YUSUF, Ahmed G 23.06.1985 NGA 0

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Posted by: westafricanfootball | 21/04/2013

GLO PREMIER LEAGUE 2012-2013 – TOP SCORERS

Francis-Narh2-1024x764In this post, you will find the list of top scorers after Week 21 of the GLO Premier League 2012-2013. The picture is of high-flying Francis Narh of Tema Youth FC.

11 goals

Mahatma Otoo (born 06.02.1992) – Hearts of Oak SC

* Otoo is a consistent striker with several qualities, including intelligence, strenght, technique and vision. He is also surprisingly good in the air. Otoo, the captain of Hearts of Oak SC, is widely considered as the best striker in the GLO Premier League and he should soon get a chance in a bigger league. Otoo is also a fringe player at the Black Stars, the Ghana national football team.

10 goals

Francis Narh (born 18.04.1994) – Tema Youth FC

* The 19-year old Narh is a lively striker or winger who is able to out-run any defender. Narh is also a star player at the Ghana U-20 national football team. Narh, who has played 18 matches this season, has to work with his finishing. Five of his 10 goals have been penalties and he failed to score during the CAN U-20. Nevertheless, Narh is one of the most promising players in Ghana, famous for beating off-sides traps. Narh has also several assists this season. 

Mohammed Yahaya (born 17.12.1988) - Amidaus Professionals FC

* Yahaya is a box-to-box midfielder, known for his vision, ball-winning ability and expertice from set-pieces. Yahaya is particularly effective playing behind the strikers. He has played 16 matches so far this season.

9 goals

Kennedy Ashia – Liberty Professionals FC

* Ashia is the talented playmaker of Liberty Professionals FC. Ashia has always been skilful, hard-working and a great passer. This season, he has also shown quality in front of goal. Some of his goals have been wonderful strikes from outside the box. Ashia was part of the Ghana U-20 national football team during the CAF U-20 in March 2013. Ashia has played 16 matches so far this season.

Yakubu Mohammed (born 26.07.1990) - AshantiGold SC

* Mohammed is a burly and powerful striker with tremendous work-rate. Mohammed’s goals are mainly scored inside the box or as a result of him beating the off-side trap. Mohammed has been a consistent scorer for several seasons and I think he could do well in a bigger league. Mohammed has played all 21 matches so far this season.

8 goals

Adjei Selasi – Amidaus Professionals FC

* Selasi is a powerful striker. Selasi, who was one of the key players when Amidaus Professionals FC won promotion last season, has scored approximately 15 matches so far this season. 

7 goals

Ebenezer Assifuah (born 03.07.1993) – Liberty Professionals FC

* Assifuah, a burly and hard-running striker, is one of the discoveries of the season. Assifuah reached the “Best 11″ after the CAF U-20 in March 2013, having scored three goals during the tournament. Assifuah has played approximately 16 matches so far this season. 

Seidu Salifu – Wa All Stars FC

* Salifu, an attacking midfielder or support striker, is arguably the big star at Wa All Stars FC, often dictating the attacking play of the team. Salifu is also part of the Ghana U-20 national football team and performed well during the CAN U-20 in March 2013. Salifu has attracted several bigger clubs in Ghana and I expect foreign clubs to discover him sooner than later. Salifu has played approximately 16 matches this season. 

6 goals

Kofi Nti Boakye (born 05.04.1987) – Asante Kotoko FC

* Boakye, a powerful, hard-working player with great physical strenght, is the main striker at Asante Kotoko FC.  Boakye has played approximately 18 matches so far this season.

Latis Salifu (born 01.08.1990) – Berekum Chelsea FC

* Salifu is one of the fastest players in the league. He is also a good dribbler and a hard worker. Salifu has not scored since 16.12.2012 and his form has dipped lately. As far as I know, Salifu has played all 21 matches this season. 

Abdul Aziz Yusif (born 10.11.1991) – Asante Kotoko FC

* Yusif joined Asante Kotoko FC from Real Tamale United FC during the mid-season transfer window. Yusif is a lively winger / striker with a lot of pace and running. Please note that Yusif has scored five of the six goals for RTU. He played 14 matches for RTU and has featured in approximately four matches for Asante Kotoko FC. 

5 goals

Kwabena Adusei (born 03.06.1987) – Asante Kotoko FC

* Adusei is a tough, hard-tackling centre-back, well-known for his thunderous shots. His goals are mainly scored through free-kicks and penalties. Adusei has played approximately 18 matches so far this season.

Daniel Darkwah – Aduana Stars FC

* Darkwah, a left-winger, attacking midfielder or striker, is a skilful and intelligent player, arguably the most creative player at Aduana Stars FC. As far as I know, Darkwah has played 21 matches so far this season. 

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