Footballers of Ghanaian descent delivered memorable performances across multiple leagues over the weekend, with several stars on the scoresheet and others contributing impressively in top-flight action across Europe, the UK and Turkey.Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how each player fared:
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England
Antoine Semenyo — Manchester City
Manchester City’s Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo continued his electric form by scoring his second goal for the Citizens in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Semenyo’s cool finish doubled City’s lead at 2-0 before Spurs fought back to share the spoils, a result that leaves the title race wide open.
Fatawu Issahaku & Jordan Ayew — Leicester City
In the Championship, Ghanaian pair Fatawu Issahaku and Jordan Ayew started but couldn’t prevent Leicester City’s 2-0 defeat to Charlton. Despite their experience and attacking instincts, the Foxes failed to break down their opponents in a frustrating afternoon. In the same match, Jordan missed his first penalty of his career.
Andy Yiadom — Reading FC Veteran right-back Andy Yiadom made a substitute appearance in Reading’s 2-0 win over Northampton Town in League One, adding experience to a strong defensive display that kept clean sheets and helped Reading maintain momentum.
Albert Adomah — Walsall FC
Experienced winger Albert Adomah was in fine form for Walsall in League Two, scoring a brace in their thrilling 2-2 draw with Chesterfield. The English-Ghanaian veteran’s goals highlighted his enduring quality and importance to the Saddlers’ attacking play.
Spain
Kwasi Sibo — Real Oviedo
Midfielder Kwasi Sibo featured for Real Oviedo, playing 70 minutes as his side secured a hard-fought 1-0 La Liga win over Girona, helping maintain their position in Spain’s top tier.
Italy
Ibrahim Sulemana — Cagliari Calcio
Ibrahim Sulemana was one of the weekend’s standout performers abroad, scoring his first goal of the Serie A season in Cagliari’s dominant 4-0 home win against Verona. The young midfielder’s arrival has injected fresh energy into the Sardinian side’s midfield.
Kamaldeen Sulemana — Atalanta
Winger Kamaldeen Sulemana saw 73 minutes of action for Atalanta in their match against Como, adding width and pace as the Bergamo club continued their campaign.
Caleb Ekuban — Genoa CFC
For Genoa, forward Caleb Ekuban appeared late in the game, playing 11 minutes in their narrow 3-2 loss to Lazio, as the Grifone fought spiritedly against a strong opponent.
France
Nathaniel Adjei — FC Lorient Centre-back Nathaniel Adjei saw 16 minutes for Lorient in their 2-1 Ligue 1 win over Nantes, helping preserve the hard-earned victory.
Alidu Seidu — Stade Rennais
Midfielder Alidu Seidu featured for Rennes, clocking 34 minutes in a tough 4-0 defeat to Monaco, a challenging game against one of Ligue 1’s top sides.
Terry Yegbe — FC Metz
Defender Terry Yegbe played a full 90 minutes for Metz in their 1-0 loss to Angers, contributing defensively throughout a tight contest.
Gideon Mensah & Elisha Owusu — AJ Auxerre
Both defenders featured in Auxerre’s draw with Toulouse, a match where the Ghanaian duo helped their team secure a point in a competitive Ligue 1 fixture.
Kojo Peprah & Abdul Samed Salis — OGC Nice
At Nice, defenders Kojo Peprah and Abdul Samed Salis were involved in a 2-2 draw against Brest, adding stability and experience to their back line.
Augustine Boakye — AS Saint-Étienne (Ligue 2)
In France’s second tier, Augustine Boakye featured in Saint-Étienne’s 1-0 home loss to Boulogne, gaining valuable playing time as the club aims to rebound.
Germany
Ransford Yeboah Königsdorffer — Hamburger SV
Winger Ransford Yeboah Königsdorffer saw 73 minutes for Hamburger SV in their 2-2 Bundesliga draw with Bayern Munich, a standout result against Germany’s most successful club.
Derrick Kohn — Union Berlin
Midfielder Derrick Kohn was in action for Union Berlin, playing 36 minutes in their 3-1 loss to Hoffenheim, gaining experience in one of Europe’s top leagues.
Patrick Pfeiffer — SV Darmstadt 98
Defender Patrick Pfeiffer completed 90 minutes for Darmstadt in their 2-2 draw with Hertha Berlin, helping secure a share of the points.
Cyprus
Richard Ofori — Achnas
Goalkeeper Richard Ofori kept a clean sheet over 90 minutes in Achnas’s 2-1 win over Pafos, a positive result for his side.
Netherlands
Denis Odoi, Kamal Sowah & Andre Ayew — NAC Breda
The trio were all involved as Breda played out a 2-2 draw with Twente, showcasing their experience in key league action.
Switzerland
Lawrence Ati Zigi — St. Gallen
Goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi was in action as St. Gallen held Luzern to a 2-2 draw in Swiss Super League competition.
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Turkey
Prince Obeng Ampem — Eyüpspor
Veteran winger Prince Obeng Ampem scored a goal as Eyüpspor beat Alanyaspor 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig. The former WAFA product has become a key contributor in Turkey with his pace and experience.
Jerome Opoku — Başakşehir
Defender Jerome Opoku played the entirety of Başakşehir’s 2-2 draw with Rizespor, anchoring his side’s backline.
Nicholas Opoku — Kasımpaşa Nicholas Opoku also completed 90 minutes for Kasımpaşa in a 1-0 loss to Samsunspor, contributing his defensive grit.