Joseph Epton has followed striker Emmanuel Osei Banahene, striker, (b. 1988), International Allies and Ghana U17 for a while. He is convinced of the abilities of the player. Here is his scouting report about the player of last year´s Mylik Calssic U19 Tournament.


Event:


Mylik Classic U 19 Tournament, 27 – 29 November 2005, Carl Reindorf Stadium, Dansoman, Accra in Ghana.

Observation:


Emmanuel Osei Banahene won the 3rd edition of the Mylik Classic U-19 Tournament with his team International Allies which was played between 27-29 November 2005 at Carl Reindorf Stadium, Dansoman in Accra. He was the second top soccer of the tournament with 4 goals in 6 matches. He is an extremely good developing youngster, who takes advantage of his speed, strength and pace to unlock the defence of the opposite team. Emmanuel, knicknamed "Nboma" is very good in dribblings and has an excellent shot with his left foot. His moves are unpredictable and very difficult for defenders to follow. He is very good in the air and has no fear trying to score/volley direct. He is very diciplined and follows the coach´s tactical instructions and schemes.




Personal Data


Name: Emmaneul Osei Banahene
Nick Name: Nboma

Date of birth: 16th August, 1988
Height / Weight: 1,87 cm / 75 kg

Nationality: Ghana
EU-Passport: No

Current Club: International Allies
Position: Striker (left), winger (left), offensive midfielder (left)




Playing Career

Player´s Profile


Talented youngster, tenacious attacker, runs at top speed, possess good pace, powerful and accurate shots, athletic and physically strong and well-built. Pure left sided attacking player, equally adapted up front or in attacking mid-field, great technical skill, very good vision and excellent finisher.




Honours


Member of the U-17 Ghana National team (2nd place U-17 African Youth Championship 2005 in Gambia
U-17 African Youth Championship 2005 Qualify Matches:

Ghana – Tunisia –scores 3-1 , 2nd Leg
Ethiopia – Ghana – scores 2-1, 1st Leg

Ghana- Ethiopia –scores 3-0, 2nd Leg


U-17 African Youth Championship 2005 in Gambia Matches:
Group Matches:

Mali – Ghana 07/05/05 19:30 Independence Stadium, Bakau , scores 2-3
Burkina Faso – Ghana 10/05/05 17:00 Independence Stadium, Bakau , scores 2-3

Semi-finals:
Ghana – Cote d’ Ivory 17/05/05 17:00 Independence Stadium, Bakau , scores 2-0

Finals:
Ghana- Gambia 22/05/05 17:00 00 Independence Stadium, Bakau , scores 0-1


Winner of Mylik Classic U 19 Tournament, 27 – 29 November 2005, Carl Reindorf Stadium, Dansoman, Accra (Ghana)




Other Comments:


He is currently training with Kpando Hearts of Lions and is hoping to be part of the team to play the 2006/2007 GT Premiership League. The Championship will commence after the World Cup in Germany 2006.
From the skills and abilities he displays in his last matches my prediction is that he will be Ghana's next Anthony Yeboah. For sure he is a talent to watch out! Nboma has played 7 matches for his country Ghana (U17) and has scored 3 goals.




Observer: Joseph Epton, Scouting Team Ghana

For further enquiries please contact Joseph at josephepton@scoutingteam.com