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Nii Odartey Lamptey (born 10 December 1974) is a Ghanaian former professional footballer and current manager of Elmina Sharks as well as the proprietor of a school in Accra called Glow-Lamp International School. During his career he played as a striker from 1990 until 2008 notably for Aston Villa, PSV Eindhoven, Coventry City and the Ghana ...
Jan 1, 2023 · Nii Odartey Lamptey was born in Accra, the capital of Ghana, in 1974. His early childhood there and 125 miles away in Kumasi was chaotic. After his parents divorced when he was three, he lived ...
Name in home country: Nii Odartey Lamptey Date of birth/Age: Dec 30, 1974 (49) Place of birth: Accra Height: 1,75 m Citizenship: Ghana Position: Midfield - Attacking Midfield Foot: both Current club: Retired Joined: Jan 1, 2008 Contract expires: -. Further information.
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Feb 3, 2014 · A feature on Ghana's forgotten Pele, Nii Lamptey. A story of unbelievable talent, of tragedy & loss, and the triumph of the human spirit over adversity.
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Oct 4, 2018 · Nii Lamptey was a Ghanaian football prodigy who was compared to Pelé by the Brazilian legend himself, but his career was marred by abuse, exploitation and injury. Read his remarkable story of escaping from his father, playing for top clubs in Europe and representing his country.
Sep 2, 2010 · Nii Lamptey should have been a worldwide superstar, but instead, very few people know his story. At the age of 19, he had the footballing world at his feet. Hailed as his natural successor by ...
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Apr 10, 2024 · Nii Odartey Lamptey shot into prominence and caught the eye of the world in 1991 when he led Ghana to win the 1991 FIFA U17 World Championship. He emerged as the Best player of the tournament held ...
