The Ghana Soccer Affiliation (GFA) has commemorated the fifth anniversary of the late Black Stars striker Junior Manuel Agogo’s passing with a heartfelt tribute.
In a transferring message shared on X (previously Twitter), the GFA honoured Agogo’s legacy, declaring that Ghanaians will all the time cherish his reminiscence.
“Honoring a legend! Right now marks 5 years since we misplaced Junior Agogo. Thanks for all of the unforgettable reminiscences! All the time in our hearts. All the time a Black Star,” the GFA posted.
Remembering Junior Agogo – His legacy lives on. 🖤🇬🇭 https://t.co/xVSqBKsrVB
— 🇬🇭 Ghana Soccer Affiliation (@ghanafaofficial) August 22, 2024
Agogo, who handed away on August 22, 2019, at age 40 in London, had been battling the aftermath of a stroke for a number of years. His demise got here shortly after he celebrated his milestone birthday.
Throughout his profession, Agogo considerably impacted as a ahead, beginning with Sheffield Wednesday within the Premier League. He scored over 100 targets all through his profession, with a standout interval at Bristol Rovers, the place he scored 45 targets in 140 appearances from 2003 to 2006.
He was additionally instrumental in Nottingham Forest’s promotion from League One within the 2007/2008 season, ending because the staff’s high scorer.
Agogo’s affect prolonged to the worldwide scene, the place he gained reputation taking part in for Ghana’s Black Stars. He scored 12 targets in 27 matches for the nationwide staff, with memorable performances within the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations.
After retiring from soccer, Agogo suffered a stroke in December 2014 and spent two months within the hospital. He later opened up about his struggles with speech and confidence in a 2017 BBC 4 documentary, “Speechless.” Regardless of his challenges, he was broadly admired for his resilience and dedication in his restoration.