John Paintsil FC players wearing white shirts displaying Alhaji Sly Tetteh’s image
Former Ghana international John Paintsil has paid a touching tribute to the late Alhaji Sly Tetteh following his club’s championship win in the Greater Accra Division Two League Zone 5.
John Paintsil FC, which was officially crowned champions at the Adjiringanor AstroTurf, used the occasion to honor the memory of Alhaji Sly Tetteh, the legendary football administrator and founder of Liberty Professionals, where Paintsil’s rise to prominence began.
In a symbolic gesture of appreciation and remembrance, players and officials of John Paintsil FC proudly displayed shirts and flyers bearing the inscription: “The Pride of Alhaji Sly Tetteh,” accompanied by a bold image of the late football icon.
Speaking after the coronation ceremony, Paintsil explained the motivation behind the tribute.
“Alhaji Sly Tetteh played an instrumental role in my life and football career. I wouldn’t be where I am today without his belief and mentorship. Dedicating this victory to him is the least I could do to honor his legacy,” he said.
Sly Tetteh played a pivotal role in shaping the early career of the Black Stars assistant coach, mentoring and guiding him through the ranks at Liberty Professionals before his eventual move abroad.
Paintsil went on to have a distinguished career, representing top English clubs such as West Ham United, Fulham FC, and Leicester City, as well as earning over 80 caps for the Ghana national team.
The club has since adopted “The Pride of Alhaji Sly Tetteh” as its official slogan, serving both as a tribute and a guiding philosophy rooted in discipline, vision, and youth development – values that Sly Tetteh stood for throughout his lifetime.
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