November 25, 2024

JA Kufuor Cup Match Launched

The ceremonial inauguration and unveiling of the trophy for the J.A. Kufuor Cup Match was conducted by former President John Agyekum Kufuor on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Peduase,

The match is fixed for the Baba Yara Stadium on Sunday, February 18, 2024,and the highly-anticipated match will see Ghanaian premier league giants Kumasi Asante Kotoko against Nsoatreman FC.

The John A. Kufuor (JAK) Foundation, the organizer of the event, aims to pay homage to the legacy of the former President, who recently celebrated his 85th birthday.

The trophy unveiling was attended by former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah, coach Kwesi Appiah, and Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku.

Eric Alagidede, the General Manager of Nsoatreman, expressed confidence in his club’s ability to clinch the trophy from Kotoko.

But, Coach Kwesi Appiah of Kotoko assured that his team would put up a strong fight to honor the memory of the former president, who previously served as their board chair.

Stephen Appiah, who is also an ambassador for the J.A. Kufuor Cup, committed to purchasing 1,000 tickets for the match, while the GFA President pledged to buy 5,000 tickets for fans.

Kurt Okraku urged Ghanaians to show their support by turning up in large numbers to witness the match and encouraged both teams to give their best efforts.

Former President JA Kufuor wished both clubs his support and urged the best team to win on Sunday, February 18, 2024.

From Sammy Heywood Okine