{
  "id": 16077706,
  "title": "Elmina Sharks goalkeeper William John Donkoh undergoes leg amputation after motor accident",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/elmina-sharks-goalkeeper-william-john-donkoh-undergoes-leg-amputation",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T16:58:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/elmina-sharks-goalkeeper-william-john-donkoh-undergoes-leg-amputation-after-motor-accident/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Left-legged goalkeeper William John Donkoh of Elmina Sharks has undergone a leg amputation following a motor accident in Cape Coast, the club has announced. The Division One League side released an official statement expressing sorrow over the incident and vowing support for the goalkeeper and his family. Donkoh was involved in the accident on October 20, 2026, and suffered severe injuries to his left leg. Despite surgery on Wednesday, the club confirmed that amputation was necessary due to extensive damage. This is a significant setback for the goalkeeper, and Elmina Sharks pledged their commitment to supporting him through recovery and beyond. \"The Board, Management, Playing Body and Supporters of Elmina Sharks FC are deeply saddened by this news,\" the club said. \"The club will stand with William and his family throughout his recovery and beyond. William remains a valued member of the Sharks family.\" The club also called upon the football community to remember Donkoh and his family in prayer while respecting their privacy during a difficult period. Updates on the goalkeeper's condition will be shared as more information becomes available.",
  "summary": "Elmina Sharks goalkeeper William John Donkoh has had his left leg amputated following a motor accident in Cape Coast, the club has confirmed. The Division One League side announced the development in an official statement on Thursday, 22 October 2026, expressing sadness over the incident and pledging support for the goalkeeper and his family. According to […]",
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Elmina Sharks FC goalkeeper William Donkoh undergoes leg amputation after motor accident",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/elmina-sharks-fc-goalkeeper-william-donkoh-undergoes-leg-amputation",
        "published": "2026-10-22T17:56:01.000Z"
      }
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}