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‘He’s better than me in my prime’ – Michael Essien crowns Thomas Partey

Ghanaian football legend Michael Essien has heaped praise on Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey, declaring he would choose Partey over himself during their respective prime years. This surprising endorsement appears to settle the long-standing debate among Ghanaians over who stands as the greatest midfielder between the two. Speaking to Sporty FM, Essien expressed his admiration for […]

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Laryea Kingston rates Michael Essien above Thomas Partey as Ghana’s best mdfielder

Former Ghana winger, Laryea Kingston, has weighed in on the debate between Michael Essien and Thomas Partey, rating Essien as the better midfielder. Kingston acknowledged Partey’s talent but emphasized Essien’s remarkable achievements with Chelsea. “They all have their strengths and weaknesses, but for me, I think I was really, really privileged to play alongside Michael […]

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Michael Essien earns UEFA Certificate in Football Management

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has successfully completed the UEFA Certificate in Football Management course. The comprehensive nine-month program provides players with in-depth knowledge of football management, covering topics such as the organization of world football, strategic and performance management, operational management, and more. The certificate adds to the UEFA A License Essien earned a […]

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Michael Essien reveals motivation behind coaching career

Former Ghana international Michael Essien has revealed that his unexpected decision to pursue a coaching career was driven by a desire to prevent post-retirement depression. Essien attained his UEFA License A coaching certificate and currently serves as an Individual Player Coach at Danish club FC Nordsjaelland. In an exclusive interview with Joy Sports, Essien explained, […]

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Michael Essien rules out becoming head coach

Former Chelsea star Michael Essien has expressed no desire to take on a head coach position, citing stress and unwanted media attention. The 41-year-old, who holds a UEFA License A coaching certificate, is content with his current role as an Individual Player Coach at Danish club Nordsjaelland, where he has been since 2020. In an […]

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‘African players are very loyal’ – Jose Mourinho

Renounced Portuguese trainer Jose Mourinho has labelled African players are “very loyal” and reason he fancies signing them. The outspoken gaffer worked with a host of footballers from the continent including Samuel Eto’o, Didier Drogba, Solomon Kalou, Ghanaian duo of Michael Essien and Sulley Muntari, among others. “Every time I go to Africa I cannot […]

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Paul Scholes is the best player I’ve faced – Essien

Former Ghana international, Michael Essien has named Paul Scholes as the best player he’s faced during his two-decade career. Essien was at the heart of Chelsea midfield in his playing days and came up against elite opponents in Europe. The players include Xavi and Iniesta of Barcelona, Steven Gerrard at Liverpool among others but Manchester […]

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