Michael Essien
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"Michael Kojo Essien" is a Ghanaian Association football/footballer who plays for A.C. Milan/Milan and the Ghana national football team/Ghana national team. He is a midfielder who has often been touted as a Midfielder#"Box-to-box" midfielder/box-to-box midfielder for his ability to exert energy in supporting offensive and defensive play and for his tough tackling style which has earned him the nickname "The Bison". Essien can also play as a Defender (association football)/defender, both on the right of defence and in the centre.

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Neither was a straight red, both were for two yellow cards.

I'm disappointed because we did not come here to lose. But it's difficult because many of us haven't played together.

I'm fit. I'm good. I've felt good for four or five matches. There's no pressure on us. This is our first time in the World Cup and we're going to do our best.

No, he wasn't congratulating me. He told me that instead of jogging over towards the bench like I did, I should walk next time to take up more time.

It helps. Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs. When you play at that level, you have more confidence. We're looking forward to the World Cup.

I don't know why (Lauren) should make out I elbowed him on purpose. All I was doing was protecting the ball... For me, it was not even a foul.