Richard Duah Nsenkyire, owner and financier of FC Samartex, has appealed for financial support as the club prepares for its debut in the CAF Champions League. The Timber Giants will compete in the elite African tournament after clinching their first Ghana Premier League title in the 2023/24 season.
Despite this historic achievement, Nsenkyire is concerned about the financial burden of their upcoming campaign. The club received GHC 500,000 for their league victory, but Nsenkyire believes this amount is inadequate for the expenses associated with competing on the continental stage.
“We can’t survive with this prize money for our Africa campaign. It can’t even pay our bills,” Nsenkyire told 3Sports, stressing the need for additional funding.
Nsenkyire is currently on a fundraising tour and has called on corporate bodies, individuals, and philanthropists to assist the club as they represent Ghana in the CAF Champions League.
“We are representing Ghana in Africa, and I expect all corporate bodies, individuals, and philanthropists to come to our aid and help us push the agenda so that in the nearest future, our slot in Africa can be increased. When we do well, it affects automatically everybody in the football family,” he added.
FC Samartex’s success has placed them on a significant platform, and with the right support, they aim to make a strong impact in the CAF Champions League.
