Hearts of Oak Ready for 2014/15 Season with Major Squad Overhaul
Accra Hearts of Oak are gearing up for the 2014/15 Ghana Premier League season with renewed ambition and a heavily reinforced squad. The Ghanaian giants have brought in eight new players, including two goalkeepers, three defenders, and three midfielders/forwards, to bolster their ranks ahead of a challenging campaign that includes participation in the CAF Confederation Cup.
Building a New Core
Assistant coach Stephen Abugri expressed optimism about the blend of new signings and experienced players after a series of preseason friendlies. However, he urged patience from fans as the team seeks cohesion:
“We are building a team, but the project remains to be perfected. It will take time to have a 100% team. We want to lay a solid foundation,” Abugri told the club’s website.
Players to Watch
Abugri highlighted several key names expected to shine this season, including Richard Yamoah, Hamza Mohammed, Seidu Mutawakil, Soulama Abdoulaye, Issa Mumuni, Vincent Atinga, Foovi Aguidi, and Shaun October, suggesting some may soon attract the attention of national team selectors.
Full 2014/15 Squad – 35 Players
Goalkeepers:
Tetteh Luggard
Kingsley Kissi
Seidu Mutawakilu
Soulama Abdoulai
Defenders:
5. Robin Gnagne
6. Owusu Bempah
7. Fatau Mohammed
8. Nuru Sulley
9. Isaac Oduro
10. Vincent Atingah
11. Philip Boampong
12. Abra-Aziz Abankwa
13. Shaun Mason October
14. Kwaku Andoh
15. Hamza Fuseini
Midfielders:
16. Emmanuel Laryea
17. Leonard Tawiah
18. Emmanuel Hayford
19. Gerald Odupong
20. Ashitey Ollenu
21. Kofi Abangah
22. Richard Yamoah
23. Eric Kumi
24. Paul Acquah
25. Thomas Abbey
26. Issah Mumuni
27. Isaac Mensah
28. Maxwell Boakye
29. Isaac Baadu
Forwards:
30. Gilbert Fiamenyo
31. Kwame Kizito
32. Hamza Mohammed Abdullai
33. Foovi Komi Aguidi
34. Kenneth Okoro
35. Selasi Adjei
With strong additions and continuity in key areas, Hearts of Oak look set to challenge for silverware both domestically and continentally, even as the team takes time to gel.
