Ghana mourns legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum at 88

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Ghana football legend Wilberforce Mfum dies at 88

Ghanaian football has been hit with heartbreaking news following the death of legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum. The iconic forward passed away at the age of 88 on Sunday, May 11, 2025, after a brief illness. Mfum, famously nicknamed “The Bulldozer” for his strength and clinical finishing, was a central figure in Ghana’s golden era of […] The post Ghana football legend Wilberforce Mfum dies at 88 appeared first on FootyGHANA.com.

Ghana legend Wilberforce Mfum, first Black Stars AFCON scorer, dies at 88

Ghanaian football legend Wilberforce Mfum, the first player to score for the Black Stars at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has died at the age of 88. The former Asante Kotoko and Ghana national team striker passed away on May 11, 2025, following a brief illness. Affectionately nicknamed “The Bulldozer” for his formidable presence on the pitch, Mfum etched his name in history by netting Ghana’s maiden AFCON goal during the 1963 tournament. MU…

Ghana mourns legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum at 88

The late Wilberforce Mfum Ghanaian football is in mourning following the passing of legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum, who died at the age of 88 after a brief illness. The sad news was confirmed on Sunday, May 11, 2025, marking the loss of one of the country’s greatest football icons. Nicknamed “The Bulldozer” for his strength […] The post Ghana mourns legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum at 88 appeared first on Ghanamma.com.

Ghana and Asante Kotoko legend Wilberforce Mfum dies at 88

Ghana’s football community is in mourning following the passing of legendary striker Wilberforce Mfum, who died on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the age of 88. The heartbreaking news coincided with Mother’s Day celebrations, casting a somber tone over the nation. Mfum, a former Black Stars and Asante Kotoko forward, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in Ghana’s football history. His death was announced via social media platform X (form…

Wilberforce Mfum: Ghana’s first-ever AFCON goal scorer dies aged 88

By: Kwame Bediako Ghanaian football legend Wilberforce Mfum passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 88 after a brief illness. Affectionately known as “The Bulldozer,” Mfum was celebrated for his remarkable contributions to Ghanaian football and his lasting legacy on the international stage. His death marks the end of an era for fans and the football community, who admired his skill, dedication, and pioneering spirit. Mfum made history in 1963…