The 2024 MTN Ashantifest Community Gala appears to be a lively celebration of both community and sports in Kumasi.
With 16 teams participating, it’s clear that the competition is fierce and spirited. It’s wonderful to hear that the event not only promotes local talent but also serves as a platform for potential national team prospects from the Ashanti Region.
Initiatives like the MTN Ashantifest Community Gala play a significant role in fostering community engagement and showcasing corporate social responsibility. By bringing the MTN brand closer to Asanteman and appreciating their customers through sports, MTN demonstrates a commitment to local communities beyond telecommunications services.
Events like these are crucial for nurturing grassroots talent and building a strong community spirit. They provide a stage for athletes to shine and inspire younger generations to pursue their sporting dreams.
Abrepo FC clinched the top spot in Zone C of the 2024 MTN Ashantifest Community Soccer Tournament held at Otumfuor Park in Dichemso, Kumasi. D
espite tying with Amakom FC at 6 points each in the group phase, Abrepo FC secured their position with a superior head-to-head record. Following them, Aboabo FC and the host team, Dichemso FC, took third and fourth places respectively, each winning one match during the group stage.
Moving forward, the upcoming Zone D fixtures will unfold at the Sofo Line Astroturf on Thursday, July 4th and Friday. Santasi FC will face off against Bantama FC in the opening match, while Tafo FC will battle Mamponteng FC in the second fixture.
Moreover, the match between Santasi FC and Tafo FC will conclude the first round of fixtures on Thursday.
Updates below:
Group C
Dechemso
Amakom
Aboabo
Abrepo
Thursday, 27th – Friday 28th June, 2024
Venue: Otumfuo Park, Dechemso
Day 1
Game 1
Dechemso 0-4 Amakom
George Antwi ‘Henry’ (brace), Elvis Kyei Baffour ‘Awukye’, Nana Kwame ‘LaLiga’
Game 2
Aboabo 0-1 Abrepo
Ahmed Jnr
NB: Abrepo missed a penalty
Game 3
Abrepo 0-1 Dechemso
Kwaku Taribo
Day 2
Game 4
Amakom 2-1 Aboabo
Marvin Owusu, George Antwi ‘Henry’// Fauzan Costa
Game 5
Dechemso 2-3 Aboabo
Douglas Owusu ‘Baggio’, Kofi Taina (pen) // Razak Gariba Oga (Brace), Alhassan Sunday
Game 6
Abrepo 1-0 Amakom
Emmanuel
Table GP W D L GF GA GD PTS
1. Abrepo 3 2 0 1 2 1 -1 6
2. Amakom 3 2 0 1 6 2 +4 6
3. Aboabo 3 1 0 0 4 5 -1 3
4. Dechemso 3 1 0 2 3 7 -4 3
Abrepo and Amakom are through to the Quarter final stage.
Top Scorers
1. George Antwi ‘Henry’ -3 (Amakom)
2. Razak Gariba Oga – 2 (Aboabo)
3. Elvis Kyei Baffour ‘Awukye’ – 1 (Amakom)
4. Nana Kwame ‘LaLiga’ – 1 (Amakom)
5. Marvin Owusu – 1 (Amakom)
6. Fauzan Costa – 1 (Aboabo)
7. Alhassan Sunday – 1 (Aboabo)
8. Ahmed Jnr – 1 (Abrepo)
9. Emmanuel – 1 (Abrepo)
10. Kwaku Taribo – 1 (Dechemso)
11. Douglas Owusu ‘Baggio’ – 1 (Dechemso)
12. Kofi Taina – 1 (Dechemso)
TABLES
