Afcon Qualifier: Dauda Mohammed Replaces Injured Assifuah For Rwanda Clash

Kumasi Asante Kotoko attacking prodigy, Dauda Mohammed has been given a late call-up to replace the injured Ebenezer Assifuah for the Rwanda clash.

The in-form attacker becomes the third player to join the senior national team from the domestic  league after the inclusion of Richard Ofori and Kadri Mohammed.

The Black Stars take on their Rwandan opponents in the final round of qualifiers for next year’s continental football showdown.

Dauda registered 8 goals in his 19 appearances for the Reds in Kumasi to take his growing reputation to another level.

The much talked about final round of qualifier between Ghana and Rwanda has seen Andre Ayew foot the airfare bills of some selected players for their trip to Ghana.

Afcon Qualifier: Dauda Mohammed Replaces Injured Assifuah For Rwanda Clash

Dauda Mohammed Wins Kotoko POTM May Gong

Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker Dauda Mohammed has won the clubs Player Of The Month (POTM) award for May for his excellent displays in seeing the club rise to second on the Ghana Premier League (GPL) table.

The club’s POTM Gong, is voted for by fans of the club who rates the performance of their players every month as a form of motivation to help them improve on their output.

Dauda has scored seven goals in the ongoing GPL and, also won the award for April and, is also a member of Ghana national U-20 team that is trying to qualify to the African championships in Zambia next year.

“Another award received in the month of May as the player of the month. I have nothing to say than to thank everyone for their support and prayers especially to the fabulous family and the fans, you’ve voted for me once again for two successive months and without you I wouldn’t have been this far” Dauda wrote on his Facebook account.

He added: “Once again thank you and let’s all enjoy our victory against our arch rivals Hearts of oak yesterday at the Accra Sports Stadium as we revenged for the President Cup they took from us last year.”

He will be hoping to find the net in Kotoko’s next GPL game when the competition resumes next Wednesday with the round of 18 ties.

Dauda Mohammed Wins Kotoko POTM May Gong

AYC Qualifier Report: Ghana Thrash Ethiopia

Ghana booked a ticket to play Senegal in the final phase of Zambia 2017 Africa Youth Championship qualifier after 5-1 aggregate victory over Ethiopia.

The Black Satellites lost the first leg 2-1 a fortnight ago in Addis Ababa, but recovered to record a resounding win on Monday.

Two goals from 2015 World Youth Championship participant, Yaw Yeboah and a goal each from Ghana Premier League (GPL) duo Dauda Mohammed and Evqms Mensah were enough to seal qualification to the next stage of the qualifiers at the expense of their opponents.

The Satellites started on the front foot just their opponents did in Addis Ababa, and scored two goals within eight minutes to take full control of the game.

However, the Ethiopians held to on go into the dressing room for recess with the tie not beyond their reach. The National U-20 team killed the tie courtesy of Inter Allies’ Evans Mensah who scored the third goal after almost an hour before Yaw Yeboah nailed the final effort to seal qualification.

The Black Satellites will meet Senegal in the final phase over two legs and the winner will book a ticket to Zambia for the Africa Youth Championship.

AYC Qualifier Report: Ghana Thrash Ethiopia

Dauda Eyes Satellites Qualification

Dauda Mohammed is optimistic of Black Satellites qualification over Ethiopia U-20 team.

The former U-20 world champions will host the young Walias on Sunday, June 12, at the newly constructed 15,000-seater Cape Coast Sports Stadium in the Central Region.

Ghana lost the first leg 2-1 to Ethiopia three-weeks ago and Dauda Mohammed is sure of his side’s qualification.

“We know what it has stake. We have to win to get a qualification into the next stage of the qualifiers and I’m sure we will achieve that,” Dauda told pulse.com.gh

“In the first leg they won at their home and the away goal we had there will help us a lot. We will not be complacent because we are going all out to get a convincing win on the day.

“We have a good team and a good technical bench so we are calling on the fans to rally their support behind us on Sunday,” he added

A qualification for Ghana will see them face the winner of Senegal and Tunisia in the final qualifying game for the 2017 AYC tourney which will be held in Zambia.

Source: pulse.com.gh.

Dauda Eyes Satellites Qualification

Dauda Mohammed Thanks Kotoko Fans For April"s POTM Gong

Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker, Dauda Mohammed has thanked fans of the club for voting him as the Player Of The Month (POTM) of April.

The player received the most votes cast when fans were asked to voted for their star performer for April, and he has expressed delight about the award, thanking the fans for their gesture.

Writing on his Facebook Wall, he said, “Thanks to all my lovely fans especially the fabulous family who voted me as kotoko’s best player in the month of April. I really appreciate and I will continue to do my best and work hard to help the club to succeed. Thank you all once again”.

Mohammed has being in impressive form for the Porcupines this season, contributing his fair share of goals as they seek to regain the league title they lost to AshGold last season.

The player who is also a member of Ghana’s national U-20 team, has scored some important goals this season, including a hat-trick in their last league game of the first round against Techiman City.

Kotoko won that game 4-2 at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi to move to third on the Ghana Premier League (GPL) table with 26 points, two behind the leaders Wa All Stars at the half way mark of the campaign.

 

 

Dauda Mohammed Thanks Kotoko Fans For April"s POTM Gong

Kotoko Place Hefty Price Tag On Dauda Mohmmed

Asante Kotoko will consider selling Dauda Mohammed to any club who is ready to pay $1 million, according to Michael Osei.

The 19-year-old ended last season as the Porcupine Warriors’ second top scorer with eight goals, behind Amed Toure but has already equalled that feat half way into the ongoing campaign.

“I am not aware of any local offers for him but I’ve heard there are interests from abroad. I don’t think they [local clubs] have what it takes to buy Dauda,” Osei told Asempa FM.

“Kotoko will consider selling him for $1 million when the right time comes because he’s a great player with bright future,” he added.

Dauda, who is part of Ghana’s U20 squad in the ongoing African Youth Championship qualifiers, scored a hat-trick last weekend against Techiman City in a six-goal thriller, taking his tally to five in his last three games.

Kotoko Place Hefty Price Tag On Dauda Mohmmed

Techiman City Were Difficult

Despite the scoreline (4-2) recorded in the game involving Asante Kotoko and Techiman City, Dauda Mohammed has confessed the game was a difficult one.

The 19-year-old got a hat trick in the game — the first player to score hat trick for the Porcupine Warriors since 2007 and he was with all smiles for the feet.

He added that the goals he scored will boost his confidence in subsequent games.

“The game was very difficult but we managed to get all three points. For now we are feeling very confident as a team.”

“For now am the leading striker and the top scorer for the team so am very happy for my form now.”

Their win against Techiman City moves Kotoko to third on the league log with 26 points, 2 less than leaders, Wa All Stars.

Techiman City Were Difficult

Michael Revel In Victory

Asante Kotoko coach Michael Osei was delighted after his side’s response the set back in Wa in their matchday 15 victory over Techiman City.

The Porcupine Warriors had a vintage performance and got immediate response following their midweek defeat to Wa All Stars.

Dauda hit hat trick to take his personal tally to 7 of the season before Tuffour Frimpong sealed the win after getting behind the Citizens back line to nod in Eric Donkor’s free kick.

And Michael Osei was full praise for his men.

“It was very important three points and I think the players did very well because they were determined to win this game at all cost and I liked the way we have ended the first round.” he said in his post match press.

Asante Kotoko started the season poorly, but are currently third on the league log after the first round.

Michael Revel In Victory

GPL Report: Dauda Mohammed Sink Techiman City

Haven sufferd prior to the last game of the second round of the season Asante Kotoko produced a stunning performance as they defeated Techiman City 4-2 on match day 15 of the Ghana Premier League (GPL) on Sunday.

Dauda Mohammed was the centre of the cameras when he scored a hat-trick in the encounter, taking his premier league goal tally to 7.

The hosts outplayed and outscored Techiman City in the first half, however the second half was a balanced game.

The Black Satellites striker shot Kotoko into the lead in the 19th minute from the spot kick after Stephen Manu handled Frank Sarfo Gyamfi’s freekick in the 18-yard box.

Dauda Mohammed doubled the lead for Kotoko when he capitalised on a blunder from goalkeeper Richard Aryee, whose pass to a defender fell the way of onrushing Dauda, who placed the ball into the net in the 24th minute.

The youngster could have made it 3 before the half time break, but goalkeeper Aryee rose to the occasion to make a brilliant save and Ernest Sowah also produced a brilliant save to deny John Baba Mahama a goal from a freekick.

Back from recess Dauda Mohammed fetched a hat-trick, some few minutes after the break, before Okyere Sarpong brought Techiman City into the game in the 53rd to reduce their deficit.

Kotoko restored their 3 goal lead in the 55th minute through a powerful header from Edwin Frimpong Manso, but Ebenezer Agyapong scored from a powerful drive for Techiman City to make the final score line stands at 4-2.

GPL Report: Dauda Mohammed Sink Techiman City

Dauda Not For Sale - Kotoko

Managers of Kotoko have stated categorically that, they will not sell young striker, Dauda Mohammed to any club in Ghana. They say Dauda Mohammed, in the worst case scenario of unavoidable transfer, will be sold to a European club should there be good offers for him.

Some clubs in the country – notably Dreams FC reportedly requested the services of the teenage goal poacher – a development that amused the management and fans of Kotoko.

Reacting to the story as to whether or not, Dauda Mohammed would leave Kotoko for Dreams FC, General Manager, Opoku Nti pointed out that, the striker was going nowhere.

“We can’t and won’t sell Dauda Mohammed to any club in Ghana. We are not even thinking of that in the first place. He’s not for sale” said the General Manager.

“Let me however point out that, should we receive good offers for him from Europe for instance, why not, we will consider that” Opoku Nti added.

Asked whether management wouldn’t reconsider their decision should any local club make a huge financial bid for Dauda, Opoku Nti reiterated management’s stance. “Let me be emphatic. Dauda Mohammed isn’t for sale.

“We are not thinking of that. Dreams FC might have done the right thing by officially writing to us and showing interest in the player. However our response to them was straightforward. The player isn’t for sale” he stressed.

Meanwhile at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday where Kotoko beat Inter Allies 1-0 on match day 13 of the 2015/16 Premier League, interviews conducted by Asantekotokosc.com on the issue even angered some fans.

“It’s illogical that, a domestic newly promoted club would ask for the services of Dauda. Why do they want to destroy our team? This is unbelievable. Dauda is our main striker. Why do we have to sell him” asked Joseph Mensah from Asokwa.

“I hear Dreams FC wanted him. Are they not the same club that boasted that no Kotoko player would make their team? Why will they want a player from Kotoko when none of our players can make their squad? This is an insult to our intelligence.

“I would be very disappointed if management takes that decision. They shouldn’t try it. Dauda shouldn’t be sold please” said Prince Asare, another Asokwa based supporter.

Dauda Mohammed has been Kotoko’s potent striker with four goals now in the league. In the same competition last season, he scored eight goals. There’s evidence to show that, the young marksman, recruited from lower division side, Global Stars, Accra, in August 2014 has been growing from strength to strength.

His contract with Kotoko runs until August 2017. The future is bright for him if he continues working diligently on his performance. Kotoko have the wherewithal to offer the budding striker the right platform for his development.

Dauda Not For Sale - Kotoko

Didi Clears Air On Dauda Mohammed

Head coach of Ghana’s Under 20 team, the Black Satellites, Mas’Ud Didi Dramani has stated that, he did all he can to ensure that striker Dauda Mohammed joins up with his Asante Kotoko team mate ahead of their Week 12 encounter with Bechem United.

Dramani was accused by Kotoko management member, Edmund Ackah for failing to release Dauda for the game and hence sabotaging their league campaign.

But the Black Satellites trainer has debunked that assertion insisting that, he tried his best to corporate with Kotoko’s technical team in relation to Dauda Mohammed.

Speaking to Asempa FM in Accra on Wednesday, Didi Dramani revealed that he was in constant communication with Kotoko trainer Michael Osei on the arrangements made to fly the player to Kumasi on Tuesday.

The former Kotoko trainer further disclosed that Dauda was permitted to leave Black Satellites camp in Prampram but was left stranded at the Kotoka international airport by his employers despite the arrangements in place.

However, the player had to return to the Black Satellites camp after his attempts to reach Management of Kotoko proved futile.

The Black Sattelites will depart Accra on Thursday morning to Addis Ababa ahead of the first leg of the African Youth Championship this weekend.

Didi Clears Air On Dauda Mohammed

Kotoko Accuse Didi Dramani Of Sabotage

A member of Asante Kotoko’s management, Mr. Edmund Ackah has accused Black Satellites trainer, Mas’Ud Didi Dramani of sabotage due to the latter’s failure to release striker Dauda Mohammed for the Porcupine Warriors midweek encounter with Bechem United.

Dauda, 18, has been in great form for the Kumasi based side but will miss Wednesday’s week 12 tie as Ghana’s Under 20 continue their preparations towards the upcoming African Youth Championship qualifier against Ethiopia.

And speaking in the build up to their game against Bechem United, Mr, Ackah questioned the rationale behind Didi’s decision not to release the player.

According to Ackah, the Black Satellites trainer has ordered the player to switch off his phone and attempt to reach him has proved futile.

Ackah further disclosed that there have been arrangement in place for Dauda Mohammed to fly to Kumasi to meet up with the team but Didi did not adhere to the arrangement.

The Black Satellites are expected to leave Accra on Thursday morning to Addis Ababa ahead of their first leg qualifier against Ethiopia this weekend.

Kotoko Accuse Didi Dramani Of Sabotage

Dauda Not Targeting Golden Boot

Dauda Mohammed has attributed his conversion form to his determination and hard work but says winning the 2015/16 goal king is not his immediate priority.

The young marksman missed the opening two Premier League games, but returned to score in Kotoko’s 3-1 win over Liberty Professionals and against Dreams FC.

His scored a brace on Sunday as Kotoko walloped Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs 3-0 in Kumasi. He didn’t score against Hearts last week, but his incessant pressure on Hearts’ goalie Soulama Abdoulaye led to the Burkinabe national goalkeeper redirecting a clearance into his own net.

Asked where he was taking his inspiration from, Dauda Mohammed said he was determined to keep scoring for Kotoko and was working tirelessly to make that a reality. “It is all through determination and hard work”, he said.

“It was difficult for me at the beginning of the season because of injuries. Now I’m back and fully fit. I’m going to work hard to keep scoring. I will do my best to help and if in the end, I win the goal king award, then it’s good,” he added.

Dauda Mohammed has four goals this season and his scoring rate of an average of a goal per match. He is one of the form players this season and his ability to get to the chances, means he could score more.

Dauda Not Targeting Golden Boot

Kotoko Striker Reveals Secret Behind Good Form

Asante Kotoko striker, Dauda Mohammed has attributed his recent good run of form to his determination to succeed.

The 18-year old was at his best once again, scoring twice as the Porcupine Warriors defeated Ebusua Dwarfs 3-0 at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Sunday.

Speaking to the media after the game, Dauda revealed that the secret behind his good form has been his determination.

“I am always determined and that has been the reason behind my impressive performance”, he said.

“Determination has always been my weapon and I hope it takes me far”, Dauda added.

The victory over Ebusua Dwarfs propels Kotoko to 5th position on the 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League table with 17points, 4points behind Leaders Hearts of Oak.

Kotoko Striker Reveals Secret Behind Good Form

GPL Report: Dauda Mohammed Lead Kotoko To Victory

Asante Kotoko’s young striker, Dauda Mohammed scored twice as the Porcupine Warriors defeated Ebuasu Dwarfs 3-0 on match Week 11 of the 2015-16 Ghana Premier League (GPL).

The record league champions began the game on bright note to write the wrongs that denied them victory against New Edubiase in their last outing before their fans at the Baba Yara stadium.

The huffed and puffed, but it took them 18 minutes to find the breakthrough needed to calm nerves at the technical bench and the sparse spectators at the stadium.

A fantastic combination between Dauda and Nyarko on the final third of the pitch, saw the former finishing off brilliantly and the fans went frenzy. The early minutes of pressure yielded positive fruits.

Dwarfs struggled to contain Kotoko’s heat, but were able to hold on until added time in the first half. Dwarfs paid dearly for lack of communication in the box and Sarfo Gyamfi capitalised on a defensive mix-up to cushion Kotoko’s advantage, placing the ball through the legs of helpless Frank Andoh.

Dwarfs returned to the second half more determined and piled forward to reduce the deficit and get back into the game.

However, Kotoko were first to threaten. Dauda Mohammed found Burkinabe impitt Halipha deep inside the goal area all alone. With the goalie beaten, Halipha shockingly shoots wide.

Numerous of chances followed, but the Porcupine Warriors were too awful to make them count.

At the other end of the pitch, Ohene Brenya, making his debut this season, was adjudged to have brought down Agban in the box by E.R Binney.

Gilbert Fiamenyo took responsibility but failed to beat Ernest Sowah from 12 yards.

Dauda Mohammed made it 3 for Kotoko after 81 minutes. Ahmed Adams supplied him a perfectly lobbed ball. His first strike on goal was saved but he swiftly connects the rebound to seal victory for Michael Osei who has been the lubricant since his boss, David Duncan was asked to step aside until further notice.

GPL Report: Dauda Mohammed Lead Kotoko To Victory

Dreams FC Targets Isaac Mensah and Dauda Mohammed

Executive Chairman of Dreams FC Kurt E.S Okraku has revealed his outfit’s main targets in the second transfer window of the ongoing 2015/2016 Ghana Premier League.

The astute Football Administrator in an interview Accra-based Happy FM disclosed that his side want to sign Hearts of Oak forward Isaac Mensah and Asante Kotoko budding striker Dauda Mohammed to beef up the squad in the club’s quest to make a name in their maiden appearance in the domestic top-flight.

“We want to sign Isaac Mensah from Hearts and Dauda Mohammed from Kotoko,” he told Happy FM.

“Dreams FC is a very attractive club and I don’t think it will take much to convince these players to join us.”

“We will be making bids for these players and hopefully we will get them.”

“We respect both Hearts and Kotoko and we hope they will welcome our bids for us to talk about these players.”

Dreams FC are 3rd on the league log with 17 points behind leaders Wa All Stars and Hearts of Oak respectively

Dreams FC Targets Isaac Mensah and Dauda Mohammed

Dauda Mohammed Cleared To Face AshGold

Kumasi Asante Kotoko head coach, David Duncan will have the services of promising young striker Dauda Mohammed on Wednesday.

The 19-year-old was pulled out of the Porcupine Warriors two-all draw against Medeama SC last Sunday with double cut on the face.

Initial fears were that the youngster suffered a concussion and could be out for approximately fourteen days, but he has been cleared for selection for the outstanding Ghana Premier League fixture scheduled for Wednesday against AshGold.

Coach David Duncan will be relieved man after having to start the season with limited options in attack due to injuries to Dauda and new signing Kwame Boateng.

Dauda Mohammed Cleared To Face AshGold

We"re Not Afraid Of Any Club - Kotoko

Kumasi Asante Kotoko potent forward, Dauda Mohammed has cautioned the remaining 15-clubs the Porcupine warriors respect all but fear none as the quest to reclaim the trophy begins this Sunday after losing the first game.

 

Kotoko began the season on the wrong foot recording a 2-0 defeat away to nemesis, West Africa Football Academy (WAFA) at Sogakope after starting the season as league favourites after an almost flawless pre-season preparation.

 

But the Reds have promised their fans of a strong revival starting with the game against Medeama on Sunday and the returnee from injury, Dauda has warned the remaining teams to expect nothing short of an improved performance and assured victory.

 

“Ashgold are out of Africa and are turning all attention on the league. But we are not scared of them. Nobody is beyond our capability,” he told the club’s website.

 

“We lost our first game and we have no excuse than to grab the six points (against Ashgold later in mid-week and Medeama on Sunday) at stake. Anything less than victory can be disastrous because some of the teams have already taken the lead,” he added.

We"re Not Afraid Of Any Club - Kotoko

Kotoko Striker Targets League Glory

Kumasi Asante Kotoko striker, Mohammed Dauda has admitted the sole focus of the club is to reclaim the crown they lost to regional rivals, Obuasi Ashantigold in the 2014/15 Ghana premier league season.

 

Kotoko has started the 2015/16 premier league on a wrong foot after losing their first and only game played so far against West Africa Football Academy (WAFA) and this coach David Duncan is looking to correct in their next game at Baba Yara stadium against Medeama SC.

 

Striker, Dauda Mohammed who missed the opening match has been passed fit to feature in the next game and the young forward is raring to go as he revealed his target for the season is to lay hands on the premier league trophy in an interview with the club’s website.

 

He said, “to win the league. That is our first and topmost mission. There are other competitions on the football calendar like the FA Cup but we are not thinking about it now because it is yet to commence. The league is in progress and it remains our prime focus.”

Kotoko Striker Targets League Glory

Duncan Name 18-Man Squad For League Opener

Head coach of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, David Duncan has named a 18-man squad for the clubs league opener against West Africa Football Academy.

The former Hearts of Oak boast of a team with enough depth, and he has named the squad is made up of a mixture of old and new players.

Promising striker Dauda Mohammed who recently trained with the team after suffering an ankle injury in the team’s pre-season win over Bechem United, has been dropped.

Theophilus Nyame, Tuffour Frimpongc Ernest Sowah, Bennett Ofori and Halipha Sodogo who were all signed in the off season has made the squad for the trip.

The team arrived in Accra about 11:30 GMT today and will train at the Tema sports stadium later in the day.

They will hold a training session tomorrow morning before  travelling to Sogakope in the evening for the fixture which will be on Saturday at the Sogakope Park.

Below is Kotoko’s 18 man squad

Goalkeepers:

Eric Ofori Antwi, Felix Annan, Ernest Sowah

Defenders:

Tuffour Frimpong, Atta Kusi, Evans Quao, Ohene Brenya, Amos Frimpong Ahmed Adams, Richard Osei-Agyemang,

Midfielders:

Kwadwo Poku, Stephen Oduro, Stephen Nyarko, Bennett Ofori, Halipha Sedogo, Eric Donkor

Attackers:

Obed Owusu, Elvis Amoh

Duncan Name 18-Man Squad For League Opener