Ebusua Dwarfs
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Wikipedia - Cape Coast Ebusua Dwarfs
Cape Coast Mysterious Ebusua Dwarfs is a Ghanaian professional football club based in Cape Coast. The club competes in the Ghana Premier League, the Premier division on the Ghanaian football pyramid, and holds home games at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium.
History
Founded in 1932, Ebusua Dwarfs was one of the founding members of the Ghana Premier League and won the 1966 Ghana Premier League. Ebusua Dwarfs was also the first winner of the Presidential Cup in 1970 when the idea of FA Cup and League Championships was introduced in Ghana. It was called the Prime Minister's Cup. Ebusua Dwarfs again won the first SWAG Cup by beating Hearts of Oak 4–2. Ebusua Dwarfs was one of the eight teams invited to play in the first-ever Ghana FA Cup, losing 6–0 in the semifinals to Hearts of Oak after defeating their rivals Vipers 2–0. Dwarfs defeated Ho Mighty Eagles 4–2 to win the 1968 FA Cup final.
The Dwarfs also appeared in the 1993 and 1994 finals, losing on penalties to Goldfields in 1993 and losing to Hearts of Oak in 1994 2–1 after taking a lead. Cape Coast Mysterious Dwarfs FC is the third Ghanaian club to represent Ghana in Africa after Real Republicans and Asante Kotoko in that order.
Cape Coast Dwarfs appeared in the 2000 CAF Cup, losing to Ismaily of Egypt 6–0 in the quarterfinals but not before defeating Wydad Casablanca.
Famous Black Stars goalkeeper Robert Mensah got his start with the Dwarfs in the 1960s.
Nana Aidoo, the Dwarfs C.E.O and chief financier, died in 2018.
Ebusua Dwarfs play their home matches at the Cape Coast Sports Stadium, a venue that resonates with the club's vibrant supporters. The team's colors, traditionally a mix of yellow and green, embody the spirit of the region and its connection to the sea.
Over the years, Ebusua Dwarfs has produced and nurtured numerous talented players who have gone on to represent both club and country. The club is known for its commitment to developing local talent and fostering a strong community connection, making it a beloved institution in Ghanaian football.
With a legacy that includes several domestic titles and a reputation for competitive spirit, Ebusua Dwarfs continues to strive for success on the pitch, aiming to reclaim its place among the elite in Ghanaian football while inspiring future generations of players and fans alike.