Awal Mohammed, a former center-back for Asante Kotoko, has stunned fans by revealing his meager monthly salary during his early days in the Ghana Premier League with the Porcupines Warriors.
In an exclusive interview with Ghanasportspage.com, the ex-Black Stars defender disclosed that he earned a mere GH₵500 each month during his tenure with Asante Kotoko in 2010.
“Nowadays, salaries are much improved. Back then, I was only making GH₵500 at Kotoko. Supporters should turn up to back the team now, regardless of players’ salaries,” he told Ghanasportspage.com.
Despite the modest income, Awal, who hails from Kumasi, expressed that he managed without lacking necessities, relying on home-cooked meals and essentials rather than spending his earnings.
“I didn’t lack anything because I was a Kumasi boy, I didn’t buy anything with the salary I was taking at Kotoko. Upon all the salary I was receiving I was still going home to eat and other stuff because you can’t do anything with the 500gh”
Awal Mohammed initially joined Kotoko in the 2010/11 season from WAFA, formerly Feyenoord Academy, following a loan stint at ASEC Mimosas. Later, his impressive performances led him to South African side Maritzburg United in 2012.
After a successful return to Kotoko in the 2016/17 season, where he contributed significantly to victories in the President Cup and FA Cup, Awal departed for Al-Fahaheel SC in 2018. His career has since taken him to various clubs, including Sreenidi Deccan FC in the 2021/22 season. Currently, he remains a free agent.
