Английская Википедия:George Alhassan
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George Alhassan, nicknamed Jair, referring to Jairzinho, is a retired Ghanaian footballer.[1] He is best known for his exploits in the 1982 Africa Cup of Nations which saw him lift the trophy for the second time in his career.[2][3] During his career he played in Ghana, Gabon and Korea.
He was given the nickname Jair, due to a similar style of play to the Brazilian player Jairzinho.
Club career
Alhassan played for Accra Great Olympics[4] from 1974 to 1982 and later returned to play in 1985 to 1990. In the process he won the Ghana Premier League in his debut season in 1974.[5] From 1982 to 1984, he played for FC 105 Libreville in Gabon, where he won two trophies, the Gabon Championnat National D1 in 1983 and the Coupe du Gabon Interclubs in 1984.[6]
International career
Alhassan made several appearances for the Ghana national football team, including qualifying matches for several FIFA World Cups. In 1978, he played for the Ghana squad who won the African Cup of Nations in home soil.[7] Four years later he helped Ghana regain the title successfully, being the top scorer of the tournament with four goals, including two against Algeria in the semifinal and one in the final against hosts Libya.
Personal life
George is the father of Kalif Alhassan, a professional football player in the United States with Tampa Bay Rowdies.[8][9]
After retirement
In October 2020, he was appointed as the Welfare Officer of his former club Accra Great Olympics.[5]
Honours
Club
Great Olympics
- Ghana Premier League: 1974[5]
FC 105 Libreville[6]
International
Ghana
Individual
- African Cup of Nations Golden boot: 1982
- Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament: 1982
- Ghana Premier League Top scorer: 1977, 1985[10]
References
External links
- Шаблон:K League player
- I couldn't play in Korea due to pork meat- Ex-Ghana top scorer - George Alhassan Interview
- I am the greatest Ghanaian player of all time - George Alhassan Interview
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