Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare received a brand-new car from renowned businessman Alhaji Seidu Agongo, the CEO of Class Media Group, in a presentation ceremony held at the club’s commercial center on Wednesday morning.
The generous gesture follows a viral video from March that showed Asare riding in a public commercial vehicle shortly after making his debut for the Black Stars. The footage, which drew widespread attention and criticism from the public, highlighted the need for better support for local players representing the nation.
Expressing his gratitude, Asare said, “I thank all the supporters of Hearts of Oak and everyone. It is incredible for a lovely gesture to be extended to someone like me. I thank the whole nation and the president for this opportunity. I also thank my coach Ouattara and everyone who has helped me. I thank Ghanaians as well. God willing, we will be at the World Cup.”
Asare has been one of the standout performers in the Ghana Premier League this season, keeping 15 clean sheets in 24 appearances for the Phobians.
Speaking at the event, Hearts of Oak head coach Aboubakar Ouattara urged Asare to stay focused and continue performing at the highest level.
“I’ll tell Asare to utilise the car well. He should bear in mind it was as a result of his abilities on the pitch that earned him this prize. I’ll urge him to perform at the highest level because Ghana is one of the most powerful football nations in the world,” Ouattara said.
Hearts of Oak currently trail Ghana Premier League leaders GoldStars by 10 points, with just four matches remaining in the 2024/25 season.
