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Former\u00a0Black Stars\u00a0goalkeeper, Alhaji Adam Nii Dodoo Ankrah, has shared the story of how his exceptional goalkeeping skills earned him the nickname \u2018Magic Hands.\u2019<\/p>\n
In his account, he recalled a crucial match between the\u00a0Black Stars\u00a0and Nigeria in Lagos, which was filled with tension and high stakes.<\/p>\n
The legendary goalkeeper explained that during the game, it became evident that the referee was not being fair in his officiating, especially when the\u00a0Black Stars\u00a0were leading 2-1.<\/p>\n
Dodoo Ankrah emphasized that he had to make crucial saves to keep his team in the game, and it was during this match that a Nigerian commentator, Ishola, bestowed upon him the nickname \u2018Magic Hands.\u2019<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen we entered the dressing room at halftime, the score was 2-1 in our favor against Nigeria. The referee\u2019s decisions were not in our favor. It was during this match that a Nigerian commentator, Ishola, dubbed me \u2018Magic Hands\u2019 for my performance,\u201d he explained during an interview with Muftawu Nabila on JoyNews.<\/p>\n
The AFCON winner also revealed a tragic incident involving Ghanaian supporters who were traveling by bus to Nigeria for the game. The bus collided with a tanker in Kutongu, resulting in fatalities and injuries among the supporters.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite the tragic accident, some supporters who were on the bus still made it to the stadium in Lagos to support us. When they arrived, there was blood, and we were unaware of what had happened. Their dedication and sacrifice were truly remarkable,\u201d Dodoo Ankrah recounted.<\/p>\n
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