Ex-Black Stars Goalie Richard Ofori Commits Another Blunder, Fans Claim He’s Like Onana: Video
- Forgotten Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Ofori endured yet another nightmarish moment while guarding the posts
- The 31-year-old's mistake in the first half cost AmaZulu three points after losing to Stellenbosch on Tuesday, April 15
- Footage of Ofori's blunder has gone viral on social media, with fans slamming the keeper for becoming error-prone
Ghanaian goalkeeper Richard Ofori endured another forgettable outing between the sticks, costing AmaZulu three points after their South African Premiership clash with Stellenbosch FC on April 15.
Once praised for his command and reflexes, the shot-stopper has begun attracting comparisons to Manchester United’s Andre Onana - another high-profile goalkeeper haunted by frequent errors.
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In what was shaping up to be a solid performance guarding the posts, the 31-year-old's night unravelled following a set piece.
As Stellenbosch whipped in a corner in the 28th minute, Ofori misjudged the ball's flight and found himself in no-man's-land.
His misstep exposed the goal, allowing Sanele Barns to capitalise with a simple tap-in from close range to give Stellies the lead.
AmaZulu could not recover from the setback, ultimately falling to a narrow defeat in front of their home fans, as reported by the PSL.
From a tactical perspective, Ofori's decision to charge off his line without proper communication or timing was a huge mistake.
Per PSL info, Stellenbosch jumped up to third place after the slim win, while AmaZulu is seventh with only a few rounds left.
Fans rip Ofori apart after costly mistake
Ofori's blunder has attracted harsh criticism, reigniting debates among fans and pundits alike.
On social media platform X, many voiced their frustrations and slammed the goalkeeper.
@mongezisomaza wrote:
"Ofori is synonymous with goalkeeping errors, every given chance."
@boagobrighton11 urged:
"Ofori need to go back home and ask his ancestors to forgive him."
@DecoM60866 sarcastically quipped:
"Richard 'Gift of the Givers' Ofori🙆🏾♂️"
@ebsamten drew comparisons with Manchester United’s embattled keeper:
"Ofori and Onana ...... no difference."
@TheDBK84 didn’t mince words:
"😂😂😂 This guy is a liability! Why AmaZulu field him, only God knows."
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Richard Ofori's consistent errors in post
While one error might be forgiven as a lapse in judgement or concentration, this is not an isolated incident for the former Legon Cities man.
It is part of a troubling pattern, with his notable error costing AmaZulu dearly in a tight encounter against Kaizer Chiefs, as Goal reported.
His blunders aren’t limited to club football either. Ghanaian fans still remember - and struggle to forget - his decisive mistake at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations that saw his country eliminated.
During a crucial final group-stage fixture against Mozambique, with the Black Stars clinging to a 2-1 lead in stoppage time, Ofori mishandled a loose ball, conceding a corner needlessly.
Goalkeeping is a role that demands unshakeable focus and split-second precision. Unfortunately for Richard Ofori, his recent displays suggest lapses in both - and his country and club have suffered for it.
Ofori’s mistake helps Stellenbosch to victory
Richard Ofori's error was costly on Tuesday, April 15, as AmaZulu FC suffered a 1-0 defeat to Stellenbosch FC in a PSL match at Danie Craven Stadium.
The game's sole goal came in the 28th minute when Ofori misjudged a corner kick, allowing Sanele Barns to score into an open net
This defeat left AmaZulu in seventh place with 33 points, potentially impacting their aspirations for higher league standings.
In response to Ofori's previous error, head coach Arthur Zwane defended his goalkeeper, acknowledging the mistake but emphasizing Ofori's overall contributions to the team
Ofori’s PSL stats vs Onana EPL stats
Fans have continued to compare Ofori with embattled Man United goalkeeper Andre Onana. Comparatively, Ofori has made 17 appearances this season, conceding 15 goals and securing seven clean sheets.
In contrast, Manchester United's André Onana has played 31 Premier League matches, conceding 41 goals with nine clean sheets.
Notably, Onana has been dropped from the squad following a series of errors leading to goals.
While both goalkeepers have faced criticism for their performances, Ofori continues to receive support from his coaching staff, whereas Onana's position at Manchester United appears increasingly uncertain.
AmaZulu coach defends Ofori
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that AmaZulu FC head coach Arthur Zwane stood by Ofori despite the goalkeeper's error that denied his team a win.
While acknowledging the blunder, he praised the keeper for his overall contribution, stating that he was instrumental in keeping them in contention.
Nomso Obiajuru was a contributing writer in this article
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Source: YEN.com.gh
