Barcelona Edge Toward La Liga Title as Sir Alex Ferguson Hospitalized and Ghanaian Stars Shine Abroad

Barcelona has moved to the brink of a second consecutive La Liga title following a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Osasuna, extending their league winning streak to ten matches. Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres provided the goals that secured the three points, leaving the Catalan giants 14 points clear at the top of the table. Their crowning as champions could come as early as Sunday if Real Madrid fails to defeat Espanyol. Should Real Madrid win their upcoming fixture, Barcelona remains in a commanding position, needing only to avoid defeat in their next match on May 10 to officially secure the silverware.

Amidst the footballing action, concern spread across the sporting world as legendary former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was hospitalized as a precaution before a match against Liverpool. The 84-year-old, who led United for nearly three decades and won 38 trophies, reportedly felt unwell at Old Trafford and was transported by ambulance. Although Ferguson previously underwent surgery for a brain hemorrhage in 2018, club officials and medical reports indicate he is conscious and undergoing routine checks, with many expressing optimism regarding his quick recovery and return home.

In Ghana-related football news, several national stars made headlines across Europe and Asia with standout performances. Striker Felix Afena-Gyan played a pivotal role in Amedspor’s historic promotion to the Turkish Super Lig. Afena-Gyan, currently on loan from Italian side Cremonese, contributed to a dramatic 3-3 draw against Igdir FK to secure an automatic promotion spot. Meanwhile, in France, defender Nathaniel Adjei earned plaudits for his resilient performance in FC Lorient’s 2-2 draw against Paris Saint-Germain. Adjei’s defensive masterclass, which included six clearances and an 84% passing accuracy, helped his side secure a morale-boosting point against the French champions.

Additional updates from the Ghanaian contingent include Daniel Kofi Kyereh’s emotional return to action after nearly three years sidelined by a serious cruciate ligament injury. Kyereh highlighted the mentorship of former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah, whose encouragement during a difficult rehabilitation process proved vital for his comeback. In the Chinese Super League, Dutch-Ghanaian winger Deabeas Owusu-Sekyere netted his first goal of the season for Shenzhen Peng City. Despite his 43rd-minute opener, Shenzhen ultimately fell 2-1 to Zhejiang Professional. These varied performances underscore the growing influence and resilience of Ghanaian talent across the global football landscape.