Michael Essien: Ghana Legend Returns to Chelsea to Feature in Charity Match for Ukraine
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Legendary Ghanaian midfielder, Michael Essien made a return to Stamford Bridge for a charity match aimed at raising funds for schools in Ukraine.
The former Chelsea star featured as Team Shevchenko and Team Zinchenko played out an exciting 2-2 draw, with goals from Mark Noble and Darijo Srna cancelled out by Clarence Seedorf and William Gallas.
The match dubbed as Game4Ukraine, was played in support of Ukraine following the invasion of the country by Russia.
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FootballThe ex-Ghana international reunited with former teammates, including John Terry and Ashley Cole at a fully-filled Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Essien has been carving his path in football management since hanging up his boots, and currently works as assistant coach at Danish outfit FC Nordsjaelland.
The 40-year-old enjoyed a remarkable career in England, winning several titles including the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League with the Blues, as reported byTransfermarkt.
Essien pays tribute to AzpilicuetaEarlier, Sports Briefreported that Former Ghana midfielder, MichaelEssien has paid a glowing tributeto Cesar Azpilicueta following his departure from Chelsea.
The Spanish defender leaves Chelsea after eleven successful years with the London club.
Essien briefly played with Azpilicueta before leaving Chelsea in 2014 to join Italian giants AC Milan.
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