Weekly Performance Highlights: Ghanaian Football Players Abroad

GHANAsoccernet.com’s Herbert Boakye Yiadom presents a detailed weekly overview of Ghanaian footballers excelling in various leagues worldwide. This report not only showcases their individual performances but also delves into the statistics, minutes played, and memorable highlights from their respective matches over the weekend. Stay tuned for insights into how these athletes are making their mark on the global football scene.

Key highlights include Ernest Nuamah netting his first league goal of the season during Lyon’s closely contested 1-1 draw against Nantes, showcasing his potential as a rising star in French football.

Antoine Semenyo continued his impressive form by scoring his seventh goal of the season, contributing significantly to Bournemouth’s commanding 5-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, underlining his importance to the team’s attacking prowess.

Forward Ransford-Yeboah Konigsdorffer marked an impressive milestone by scoring his ninth goal in Hamburger’s thrilling 3-2 win over Hertha Berlin in Bundesliga II, further solidifying his reputation as a key player in the league.

Bismark Charles also made headlines by scoring before receiving a red card in Skenderbeu’s hard-fought 2-1 victory over Teuta in the Albanian top-flight league, demonstrating the high stakes and intensity of competitive football.

Ghanaian Players Making Waves in England’s Premier League

In the English Premier League, Antoine Semenyo showcased his scoring ability by netting his seventh goal of the season during Bournemouth’s emphatic 5-0 triumph over Nottingham Forest, reinforcing his status as a player to watch. Meanwhile, Tariq Lamptey contributed defensively for Brighton, playing 74 minutes in their 1-0 loss to Everton, displaying his resilience on the pitch. Thomas Partey played a pivotal role in Arsenal’s narrow 1-0 win over Wolves, proving his importance to the Gunners’ midfield. Mohammed Kudus made his presence felt in West Ham’s 1-1 away draw against Aston Villa, while Jordan Ayew played a crucial 87 minutes for Leicester City, helping them secure a 2-1 victory over Tottenham. In the Championship, Darko Gyabi’s assist was vital in Plymouth Argyle’s stalemate against Sunderland, while Michael Baidoo and Salis Abdul Samed contributed valuable minutes in their respective matches, showcasing the depth of Ghanaian talent in English football.

Thomas Brandon Asante also made an impact, playing 71 minutes for Coventry in their 2-1 win over Watford, demonstrating the competitive nature of the league.

In League Two, Tarique Fosu made a brief but impactful appearance for Northampton against Wycombe, which ended in a draw, while Jojo Wollacott faced challenges, conceding two goals in goal for Crawley against Stockport County.

Ghanaian Stars Shine in France’s Ligue 1

In Ligue 1, Ghanaian talents Elisha Owusu and Gideon Mensah played significant roles in Auxerre’s 1-1 draw against St.Etienne, highlighting their contributions to the team’s performance. Augustine Boakye, who played for St.Etienne, saw 85 minutes of action in the match. Mohammed Salisu was instrumental in Monaco’s thrilling 3-2 victory over Rennes, emphasizing his defensive capabilities. Andre Ayew completed a full 90 minutes for Le Havre, although they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Brest. Ernest Nuamah’s goal in Lyon’s draw against Nantes not only marked his first league goal of the season but also showcased his rising profile in the league. In Ligue II, Koffi Kouao played a role in Metz’s convincing 3-0 win over Grenoble, further demonstrating the strength of Ghanaian players in French football.

BELGIUM: Ghanaian Players Making Their Mark

In Belgium, Denis Odoi played a full 90 minutes for Antwerp during their evenly matched 1-1 draw against St.Truiden, showcasing his experience and leadership on the field.

GERMANY: Ghanaian Forward Impresses in Bundesliga II

Ghanaian forward Ransford-Yeboah Konigsdorffer made headlines by netting his ninth goal in Hamburger’s exciting 3-2 win over Hertha Berlin in Bundesliga II, further solidifying his reputation as a standout player in the league.

ALBANIA: Ghanaian Players in Action

In Albania, Razak Abalora was active for AF Elbasani as they fell short, losing 2-1 to Laci. McCarthy Ofori contributed 76 minutes in Bylis’s match, which ended in a 3-0 defeat to KF Tirana, while Bismark Charles made headlines by scoring and receiving a red card in Skenderbeu’s 2-1 triumph over Teuta. Alfred Mensah saw 17 minutes of play for Vllaznia in their 2-0 loss to Egnatia, highlighting the challenges faced by Ghanaian players in the league.

AZERBAIJAN: Ghanaian Player’s Performance Overview

Emmanuel Addai participated for Qarabag, playing 69 minutes in their competitive match that ended in a 2-1 loss to Turan, showcasing his commitment on the field.

BELGIUM: Ghanaian Players Shine in Recent Matches

Christopher Bonsu-Baah showcased his skills by playing 82 minutes for Genk, helping secure a 2-1 victory over Westerlo, while Francis Abu contributed to Cercle Brugge’s 1-1 draw against Charleroi, demonstrating the growing presence of Ghanaian footballers in Belgian football.

CYPRUS: Ghanaian Players in the Spotlight

In Cyprus, Clinton Doudou played for Apollon Limassol for 68 minutes in their 2-1 loss to Omonia 29th May, while David Abagna played a full 90 minutes for APOEL, contributing to their impressive 7-0 victory over Omonia Aradippou. Ghanaian duo Emmanuel Lomotey and Richard Ofori were also involved in Achnas’s heavy 6-1 defeat to Aris, where Eric Boakye played a crucial role in that overwhelming win.

CZECH REPUBLIC: Ghanaian Player’s Match Performance

Bright Donkor played a full match for Z.Moravce-Vrable in their challenging 3-2 loss to Trnava, demonstrating his resilience and determination on the pitch.

GREECE: Ghanaian Players in Action

Abdul Baba Rahman made significant contributions for PAOK in their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Levadiakos, showcasing his defensive prowess.

ISRAEL: Ghanaian Players Compete in Recent Matches

Patrick Twumasi played 70 minutes for Beitar Jerusalem in their narrow 1-0 win over Sakhnin, while Matthew Cudjoe made a brief 26-minute appearance for Sakhnin in the same match. Emmanuel Agyei also participated in SC Ashdod’s 1-1 draw against Hapoel Jerusalem, adding to the representation of Ghanaian talent in Israeli football.

MALAYSIA: Ghanaian Player’s Match Overview

Alex Agyarkwa contributed to Selangor’s 1-1 draw against Penang, showcasing his skills and determination on the pitch.

MALTA: Ghanaian Players Compete in Recent Matches

Ghanaian duo Prince Afriyie and Joshua Agyemang featured prominently in Mosta FC’s match, although they faced a tough 1-0 defeat to Sliema, where Simon Zibo played a full 90 minutes, further illustrating the competitive nature of Maltese football.

SWITZERLAND: Ghanaian Players Shine in Recent Matches

Kasim Adams played 72 minutes for Servette in a match against Yverdon that ended in a stalemate, while Ghanaian duo Lawrence Ati-Zigi and Stephan Ambrosius were instrumental in St.Gallen’s exciting 3-2 victory over Lausanne. Jonas Adjetey also made a significant contribution, playing 90 minutes for Basel in their impressive 4-1 win over Sion.

TURKEY: Ghanaian Players Display Their Talent

In the Turkish SuperLig, Kingsley Schindler played a crucial role in Samsunspor’s 2-1 victory over Gaziantep, while Emmanuel Boateng contributed 46 minutes of action for Gaziantep in the same match. Joseph Attamah faced challenges, receiving a red card during Kayserispor’s 5-2 defeat to Sivasspor, while Yaw Ackah made a valuable 45-minute appearance for Kayserispor. Jerome Opoku was involved in a thrilling encounter where his side Basaksehir narrowly lost 5-4 to Alanyaspor. Prince Obeng Ampem played a full 90 minutes for Eyupspor, helping them secure a 1-0 win over Bodrumspor, while Musah Mohammed played 77 minutes for Bodrumspor. Alex Djiku also made his mark, playing 90 minutes for Fenerbahce in their narrow 3-2 victory over Goztepe, while Isaac Donkor contributed to Adanaspor AS’s match against Igdir FK, which ended in a draw.