Village Pride and the Global Reach of Football Fandom The global village may be a cliché, but it's one that feels particularly apt when looking at the jubilant scenes in Juaben, Ghana, celebrating Aston Villa's Europa League victory.
While the club's players were basking in the glory of their 30 year trophy drought, thousands of miles away, fans were firing up their engines and preparing to take to the streets.
Owusu Boakye, leader of the Ghana Lions supporters' club, has been instrumental in organizing the parade. His passion for the team is infectious, rooted in a sense of family history that spans several generations.