Guinness pays $400,000 to Black Stars

Official Beverage Sponsor of the Black Stars, Guinness Ghana has hailed the achievements of the team as the company prepares to celebrate its heritage that spans over 250 years.

Guinness Monday announced the payment of $400,000 as the annual sponsorship package to the senior national team.

FA Vice-President Fred Pappoe together with the General Secretary Kofi Nsiah and members of the Black Stars management team and backroom staff made up of assistant coach Kwesi Appiah and Dr Allen Akaba were present to receive the sponsor's cheque.

A statement by the Guinness Ghana said: "The achievements of the Black Stars especially in recent years are outstanding especially their performance in the biggest world tournament, and as an official beverage sponsor for the team GUINNESS is proud to show support and celebrate the greatness of the players as well as their fans."

The company has enjoyed an exclusive agreement with the Ghana Football Association dating back to 1998.