Dr Ofori Sarpong Shows His Football Skills in a Friendly Match in Amsterdam, “Ghana's Harry Maguire”

Dr Ofori Sarpong Shows His Football Skills in a Friendly Match in Amsterdam, “Ghana's Harry Maguire”

  • Ghanaian businessman Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong has impressed many with his football skills in a viral video
  • The co-owner of Best Point Savings and Loans and United Television has inspired many people in the corporate industry to adopt a healthy lifestyle
  • Some social media users have commented on Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong's video on the X platform after they compared him to Manchester United's Harry Maguire

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Ghanaian billionaire Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong proved he is not only a master of business but also has an eye for football during a casual match in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Known across the country for his influence in the corporate world, little has been said about his sporting abilities.

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Dr Ofori Sarpong plays football like a pro with his friends in Amsterdam. Photo credit: @kobbykyei.
Source: Instagram

Dr Ofori Sarpong plays football like Maguire

That changed when a video surfaced online, as seen by YEN.com.gh, capturing the Special Group of Companies founder taking on a defensive role in the friendly game.

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Stationed at centre-back, Dr Ofori Sarpong calmly distributed the ball from the defence, showing composure and a good reading of the game. Far from simply standing out of the way, he was very much involved and dictated play from deep.

In two separate duels, the respected businessman came out on top, even producing a perfectly timed clearance that drew applause. His display suggested he understood not just boardroom strategies but also the finer details of football.

Fans react to Dr Sarpong’s football display

The video quickly made waves on social media, sparking lively reactions from fans. YEN.com.gh captured some of the best comments shared on X (formerly Twitter).

@E_Asamoah01 teased:

“Alexander Djiku should come out ”

@NhanayawSammie admired his grit:

“He be one serious defender. If he misses the ball he won't miss the man.”

@AppiahKENSCO1 threw shade at Manchester United’s defence:

“Better than United defenders.”

@BoyMjay joked about Chelsea’s transfer business:

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“Eiii, Chelsea for sign him.”

@Fredvevo_ summed it all up with laughter:

“That tackle was hard”

Beyond football, Dr Ofori Sarpong continues to shine as a towering figure in Ghana’s business space.

As chairman of the East Legon Executive Fitness Club and CEO of the Special Group of Companies, he has transformed his ventures into a multi-million-dollar empire, with his estimated fortune exceeding $600 million.

The X video of Dr Ofori Sarpong playing football is below:

Despite and his friends flaunt their cars

In related news, Ghanaian business magnate Osei Kwame Despite and his affluent pals created a commotion in East Legon with their fleet of luxury cars.

With his $3 million Bugatti Chiron, the chief executive officer of Despite Media led the fleet as they took over the busy streets of Accra.

He was followed by his close buddy, Dr. Ofori Sarpong, and other members of the East Legon Executive Fitness Club in their fancy cars, including Rolls-Royces and G Wagons.

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When many Ghanaians watched the convoy's film, they were impressed by the affluence being displayed. While others see Despite's achievement as an inspiration to attain financial success, others voiced respect for it.

The TikTok video is below:

Mandy Ofori Sarpong rocks stylish braids

Earlier, YEN.com.gh wrote about the daughter of Ghanaian billionaire Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong, Mandy Ofori Sarpong, who enthralled some business executives at Harvard University with her elegant sense of style.

Mandy Ofori Sarpong went to the 16th Annual Africa Development Conference with her father to hear him speak about the African economy.

Some social media users commented on the lovely Instagram photo of Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong and his family.

Proofreading by Samuel Gitonga, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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Portia Arthur (Entertainment Editor) Portia Arthur holds a BA in publishing from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2013). She has nearly a decade of experience in journalism. She worked as a Lifestyle editor for Pulse.com.gh for almost six years. She joined YEN.com.gh in 2022 as its pioneer fashion editor. She has also worked with celebrities and footballers in image consultancy and management. She has completed Google News Initiative News Labs courses and Advanced Lab courses in Advanced Digital Reporting, Fighting misinformation. She can be reached via email: portia.arthur@yen.com.gh