Background and career
Samuel Osei "Sammy" Kuffour (born 3 September 1976) is a Ghanaian former professional footballer who played as a centre-back.
Known for his physical power, Kuffour is best remembered for his time with Bayern Munich, whom he represented for over a decade, winning a total of 14 honours, and playing in nearly 250 official matches. Kuffour appeared with the Ghana national team in the 2006 World Cup as well as in five Africa Cup of Nations. Notable other wins include: a 2000–01 UEFA Champions League, scoring the winning goal in the 2001 Intercontinental Cup, and as a sixteen year old was on the Olympic Football team which won bronze in 1992.
After retiring in 2009, he has had multiple roles in sports commentary, and management roles in Asante Kotoko S.C. and the Ghana National Team.
