Raphael Dwamena, the Ghanaian footballer who tragically passed away last year, is scheduled to be buried on Friday, February 16, 2024.
The former Black Stars striker will be honored by laying in state at the Adjiringano Astro Turf in Accra, followed by a private burial.
Dwamena’s untimely demise occurred in November 2023 during a match between KF Egnatia and KF Partizani in the Albanian top flight. He collapsed in the 23rd minute of the game and was rushed to the hospital, but was unfortunately declared dead.
Throughout his career, Dwamena faced challenges stemming from a heart problem diagnosed in 2017. Despite playing with a heart detector since then, he continued to showcase his talent, becoming the leading scorer in the Albanian league before his passing.
Having played for prominent clubs like Levante, FC Zurich, and Real Zaragoza, Dwamena left an indelible mark on the football world. He made his debut for Ghana in 2017, scoring in an Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Ethiopia.
