“We Will Not Underestimate Any Team in Our Group” - Former Hearts Goalkeeper
Rivers United goalkeeper, Seidu Mutawakilu says they will not underestimate any opponent in their 2022/23 CAF Confederation Cup group. United have been paired in group B against Ivory Coast club, Asec Mimosas, Diables Noirs and DC Motema Pembe of Congo and Congo DR respectively. Seidu, who once kept for Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko’s junior side, spent years at Enugu Rangers before signing for Rivers United, spoke exclusively to Radio Gold Sports.
Confirmed: Hearts of Oak Appoint Serbian As Head Coach Of The Club
Accra Hearts of Oak have confirmed the appointment of Serbian coach, Slavko Matic as the head coach of the club. The Accra based club parted ways with Samuel Boadu after a run of winless games in the start of the season. The club was of the view that they needed a directional change and therefore approved the mutual termination of contract with Samuel Boadu.
“You Can’t Manage Hearts of Oak Like Tema Babies” -
Former management member of Hearts of Oak, Aziz Haruna Futah says the club lacks proper direction. His comments come following the club’s exit from the CAF Confederation Cup after losing 3-1 on aggregate score against AS Real Bamako of Mali. The club is yet to appoint a substantive coach following the departure of Samuel Boadu and the naming of David Ocloo as assistant.
“I’m Not “Stupid” to Invest my Money Wrongly” - Hearts of Oak Chairman
Chairman of Hearts of Oak, Togbe Afede XIV, has jumped to the defence of two board members, Alhaji Moro Akambi and Vincent Sowah Odotei. The duo came under the fans’ jack knife after the club’s CAF Confederation Cup exit. The Phobians lost 3-0 away to AS Real Bamako with the reverse fixture producing a 1-0 win for the 2004 winners.
“Nobody Can Stop me From Working For Hearts of Oak” - Former NPP MP
Board member of Accra Hearts of Oak, Vincent Sowah Odotei says nobody can stop him from working for the club unless the Board Chairman, Togbe Afede XIV. Vincent Sowah Odotei came under sharp criticism following the club’s exit from the CAF Confederation Cup after losing 3-1 on aggregate score line over two legs.
Hearts of Oak New Coach Opens up on Selection
Deputy coach of Hearts of Oak, David Ocloo has defended his selection in their 1-0 win over AS Real Bamako. The Phobians posted a 1-0 win over the Malian club in the second leg but exited the CAF Confederation Cup after a 3-0 loss in the first leg gave ASR Bamako a 3-1 aggregate victory.
“Hearts of Oak And Asante Kotoko Are Killing Ghana Football” - Otchere
Former Communications Member of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, Jerome Otchere, believes the exit of arch rival club, Hearts of Oak, from CAF club competition comes as a blow to growth domestic competition. Jerome Otchere, who once was the editor of the “Kotoko Express, hence, cited structural set-up within the club hierarchy as factors undermining club’s woes.
Eric Esso absence in the match did not cause any harm - Hearts of Oak coach
Hearts of Oak gaffer David Ocloo says, Esso inclusion could have been very good for his side even though the team have equally good players for that position. Hearts of Oak yesterday, failed to qualify to the next stage of the CAF Confederation Cup competition. Late goal from defender Caleb Amankwaa was not enough to pushed the Phobians to the next stage of the competition.
Hearts of Oak Midfielder Set For Quick Injury Return
Accra Hearts of Oak have been impressive so far in the 2022/23 Ghana Premier League under new coach, Slavko Matic. The Phobians have gone six games without a loss under the Serbian who replaced coach Samuel Boadu after just three games into the league season. Slavko Matic has played six games so far and recorded four wins and two drawn games in the season.
“I Feel Safe And Comfortable At Hearts of Oak” - New Coach
Deputy coach of Accra Hearts of Oak, David Ocloo says he feels “safe and comfortable” despite the club’s CAF Confederation Cup exit. The Phobians piped Malian club, AS Real Bamako 1-0 in the second leg but failed to progress to the next stage after suffering a 3-0 first leg loss in Bamako.
NPP Top Guru Slams Poor Hearts Management
Former Management Member of Hearts of Oak and top NPP guru, Aziz Haruna Futah, has lashed out on current team handlers for lack of direction for the for African champions side. Aziz Futah, who blames management for running the club as a lower tier side after crushing out of the CAF Confederations Cup against Malian AS Real Bamako.
Accra Hearts of Oak will be ready for the league - Coach David Ocloo
Acting coach David Ocloo said Accra Hearts of Oak will be ready for the resumption of the league after their exit from the African Confederation Cup competition on Sunday. The Phobians, were eliminated from the competition by Malian side AS Real Bamako on a 3-1 aggregate after their legged affair ended yesterday.
“Hearts of Oak Managers Are Doing Things Badly” - Aziz Futah
Former Vice, National Chapters Committee, Haruna Aziz Futah, believes Hearts of Oak’s top hierarchy were wrong in appointing a coach without a license for the club’s African campaign. Aziz Futah, noted the appointment of a substantive instead of a head coach can be attributed to a grievous management mistake.
The Board Chairman, Togbe Afede XIV, Is Amazed By Alhaji Akambi And Odotei Sowah's Commitment.
Togbe Afede XIV, the president of the Asogli Traditional Area and the majority shareholder of Accra Hearts of Oak, has vindicated two Board Members, Alhaji Moro Akambi and Vincent Sowah Odotei. The pair came under fire from the supporters after the team was eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup as they were unable to overcome a 3-0 deficit against Mali's Real Bamako.
Togbe Afede XIV's money will go waste with these leaders available - Charles Taylor
Legend of Accra Hearts of Oak Charles Taylor, believes board chairman of the glorious Accra Hearts of Oak Tobge Afede XIV investment will just go waste until Akambi and Odotei leave the club. Section of the club supporters, has been calling for the sacked of board members Alhaji Akambi and Odotei Sowah after the club failed to progress to the next stage of the CAF Confederation Cup.
Accra Hearts of Oak appoints Serbian Slavko Matic as coach Samuel Boadu's replacement
Glorious Accra Hearts of Oak has appointed Slavko Matic as new head coach, replacing Samuel Boadu who was sacked a couple of weeks ago. The 46-year old former defender, has signed a two-year deal with the Phobians, and he will be in charge for the reminder of the season.
Thomas Esso, A Member Of The Hearts Of Oak Board, Has Asked The Fans To Apologize For The Wrongdoing
Accra Hearts of Oak Board Member Thomas Kwesi Esso has commanded the club's supporters to express their remorse to the two members of the board who were assaulted last Sunday at Accra Sports Stadium. Thomas Esso urged the supporters once more to use the proper football channels to express their grievances and to refrain from using violence to resolve their issues.
“I’m Good Enough to Handle Hearts of Oak” - New Coach
Deputy coach of Hearts of Oak, David Ocloo says he is good enough to handled the club. The former Liberty Professionals trainer led the Phobians to the CAF Confederation Cup but failed to progress to the next stage. The Phobians suffered a 3-1 aggregate loss against Malian club, AS Real Bamako with the first leg ending 3-0 for ASR Bamako and the second producing a goal for the Phobians.
“I’m Not “Stupid” To Put The Wrong People Around My Investment” - Togbe Afede
Chairman of Hearts of Oak, Togbe Afede XIV says he is not “stupid” to put the wrong persons around his investment. The renowned chief’s comments come following the fans attack on board members, Alhaji Moro Akambi and Vincent Sowah Odotei after the club’s CAF Confederation Cup exit.
Bibiani Gold Stars Coach Michael Osei Plans To Frustrate Slavko Matić In His Debut Game On Saturday.
The Ghana Premier League resumes this weekend, and several clubs have reacted to its reinstatement following the lifting of the injunction by the Human Division of the Accra High Court. Michael Osei, the head coach of the Bibiani Miners, will battle Accra Hearts of Oak on Sunday at Accra Sports Stadium.