Ghanaian female goalkeeper tragically dies after drowning in a river

Ghanaian female goalkeeper, Mabel Mawusi Dogah has tragically died after drowning in a river while travelling from the Volta Region to the Eastern Region.

The Mepe Ladies shot-stopper was traveling with her mum and sibling from Dzemeni to the Kwahu Afram Plains North when the accident happened.

The boat carrying them alongside other passengers capsized leading to the death of the goalkeeper.

The accident happened on Thursday, April 14, 2022, but her body surfaced on Sunday and has since been buried.

"Our Condolences to the entire family of Dogah, Ghana Women League, and Mepe Peace Ladies FC for the demise of their daughter and goalkeeper Mabel Mawusi Dogah," wrote the Volta Football Association.

Mabel drowned on Thursday 14th April 2022 and her mortal remains was found later at the riverbank in Dzemeni yesterday 17th April 2022.

According to their customs, She was laid to rest the same day she was found.

With deep sorrow we sympathise with Mepe Peace Ladies Fc for the demise of their goalkeeper.

Condolences to the Club and Family.
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— Volta FA (@rfavolta) April 16, 2022