Jose Mourinho to make third Ghana visit next month

Published on: 08 May 2013
Jose Mourinho to make third Ghana visit next month
Jose Mourinho at a press conference on his first visit to Ghana

By Ameenu Shardow

Iconic Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is set to make his third visit to Ghana next month.

The Portuguese coach who commands a large following in the West African country will be arriving to attend a charity event organized by star midfielder Michael Essien.

The former Chelsea manager has already made two prior visits to Ghana.

His first visit was in 2007 when he arrived with a Chelsea team for a charity event.

He again visited Ghana during the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations which Ghana hosted.

Mourinho is now expected to join a host of world class stars to arrive in Ghana next month for the Michael Essien charity game in Accra.

Mourinho signing autographs on his first visit to Ghana
Mourinho signing autographs on his first visit to Ghana
The match dubbed: ‘Game of Hope and Inspiration’ is to raise funds for five charities yet to be determined.

The game will be played on June 8 at the Accra Sports Stadium which will see the World XI battle Africa XI.

A musical concert featuring American superstar Wyclef Jean will follow the charity game at the same venue.

This will be the second time the Ghana international is organizing such a huge charity event since taking up an appointment as an African Union ambassador for peace.

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