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The Observer profiles Michael Essien

On Michael Essien

" He is nicknamed Bison because of a frightening fearlessness and strength; Dietmar Hamann and Tal Ben Haim, both on the business end of tackles by the Ghanaian last season, can vouch for Essien's impact on the football field. "

The Guardian discusses Essien's impact on Chelsea football, his meteoric rise as one of Africa's superstars and Ghana's best player since Abedi Pele. Essien comes across as a shy and private individual who is devoted to his mother and shares a complex and disturbed relationship with his estranged father.

Essien will be leading a strong Ghana team that boasts Stephen Appiah, John Pantsil, Emmanuel Pappoe, and Sulley Muntari as Ghana hosts the Africa Cup in 2008.

Posted by Chiza Muzia on October 29, 2006 8:57 PM |

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The Observer, not the Guardian.

Posted by: Harry | October 30, 2006 12:52 AM

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