Richard Ofori: Forgotten Ghana Goalkeeper Lands Ambassadorial Deal With Emporio Armani

• Richard Ofori has bagged a major feat off the pitch, sealing an ambassadorial deal with Emporio Armani
• The forgotten Black Stars goalkeeper is among the high-profile faces for Armani's top perfume brand
• The 31-year-old appears to be getting back to the form that made him one of Ghana's best shot-stoppers

Ghanaian goalkeeper Richard Ofori has secured a high-profile ambassadorial partnership with luxury brand Emporio Armani.

Ofori, who has earned 33 caps for the Black Stars, has now joined the ranks of sports personalities promoting world-renowned brands.

Ofori lands ambassadorial deal with Emporio Armani

The announcement came via his official Instagram, where Ofori shared his excitement about his new venture.

He posted: "Stronger With You by Emporio Armani - It’s a great choice for the cooler months or evenings.

"The projection and longevity are pretty good, so it will last throughout the day. If you like sweet, inviting scents with a bit of spice, you should give it a try."

About Emporio Armani's Stronger With You perfume

Stronger With You, launched in 2019, is a fragrance known for its bold blend of sweetness, spice, and warmth.

A favourite for evening wear or colder seasons, the fragrance is priced at GH¢ 2,500.

According to The Perfume HQ, the cologne is an intensified version of the original, creating a strong and charismatic presence, much like Ofori’s own athleticism and charisma.

Richard Ofori's professional form

While Ofori's off-field partnership marks a career milestone, his on-field performance has been less stellar.

Despite the promising potential that led him to this endorsement, his time in the spotlight with the Black Stars has been clouded by a series of costly errors.

Notably, his mistake during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) attracted criticism, and his recent blunder against AmaZulu's loss to Stellenbosch further fuelled doubts about his consistency.

Though such lapses in concentration have certainly affected his reputation, they don't entirely define his career.

Ofori's record at AmaZulu is still respectable, as he’s made 17 appearances in the South African Premier League.

His save percentage stands at 72.9%, and he has kept seven clean sheets, per Flashscore, indicating a level of reliability despite the occasional slip-up.

Despite his recent challenges, Ofori's story is far from over.

His resilience in overcoming on-field difficulties mirrors his adaptability in the wider world of sponsorships and partnerships.

With three games to spare in the South African top flight, Ofori would hope to find his rhythm in between the sticks as the Durban-based club

Ofori’s low moments this season in PSL

Despite, having a good record at Amazulu, Richard Ofori's has cost his team this season with some blatant errors.

Recall that the Ghanaian goalkeeper's error on Tuesday, April 15, proved costly for AmaZulu FC as they 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 error, head coach Arthur Zwane defended his goalkeeper, acknowledging the mistake but emphasizing Ofori's overall contributions to the team.

However, fans were quick to compare Ofori to Onana after the game with both goalkeepers having a difficult season.

Ofori’s PSL stats vs Onana EPL stats

With fans comparing Ofori with Man United goalkeeper Andre Onana, it is important to compare how both goalkeepers have fared this season.

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.

Ofori gets backing from club coach

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that AmaZulu FC boss Arthur Zwane has backed Richard Ofori following a costly mistake that denied the team victory.

Though he admitted the error, Zwane commended the Ghanaian shot-stopper for his solid overall performance and credited him with keeping the team in the game.

Ofori, a former Orlando Pirates goalkeeper, made the switch to AmaZulu in September 2024.

Nomso Obiajuru was a contributing writer in this article

Source: YEN.com.gh