Former Ghana U-17 star Sadick Adams has officially announced his retirement from professional football after a 16-year career.
The 33-year-old shared a heartfelt message on Facebook expressing his gratitude to the clubs he played for, his coaches, and his teammates.
“Today is a difficult day for me, but it is also a day of reflection and gratitude. Playing for all these clubs during my football career has been a tremendous honour. With much sadness but without regret, I realize that I am no longer able to adhere to the unwavering standard of excellence that professional football demands,” Adams wrote.
“I love the game of football so much, and I know there is truly only one acceptable way to play. Knowing I can no longer compete at a level that I find acceptable. This decision is mine alone, and although I know this will not bring me happiness, it is the right and honourable action to take at this time in my life. I cherished every moment of my Football career, and it has been such a blessing to play the game for as long as I have played,” he added.
Adams began his career on a promising note, playing a key role in the Ghana U-17 team that achieved a fourth-place finish at the 2007 U-17 World Cup. He scored four goals including a goal in the semi-final loss to Spain.
His performances earned him a move from AshantiGold to Atletico Madrid, where he featured for the B team alongside notable players like Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea.
However, he struggled to break into Atletico’s first team and subsequently had spells at FK Vojvodina in Serbia, Étoile du Sahel and Hammam-Sousse in Tunisia, Al-Ansar, Berekum Chelsea, Al-Nahda, Al-Feiha, Turk Ocagi, Asante Kotoko, Shabab Bourj, and Arambagh KS.
Throughout his career, Adams represented a total of 14 different clubs. One of the standout moments came in the 2017 MTN FA Cup final, where he scored a memorable hat-trick to help Kotoko secure a 3-1 victory over bitter rivals Hearts of Oak and claim the trophy in Tamale.
From your first strike against Great Olympics to the unforgettable hat-trick against Hearts of Oak, we say Thank You for the beautiful memories.
Enjoy your retirement our FA Cup and President’s Cup winner. 🏆 #SADDICK99#AKSC #FabuCensus pic.twitter.com/X4VmIKzknm
— Asante Kotoko SC – 1970/1983 CAF CL Champions🥇 (@AsanteKotoko_SC) June 30, 2023
Adams after impressing for the U-17 earned call-ups to the U-20 team Black Satellites and also made a couple of appearances for the Black Stars.
