Ghanaian players returned to action across various leagues after the international break, delivering remarkable performances that saw goals, assists, and key contributions for their respective clubs.
Standout Performances:
Ransford Yeboah Konigsdorffer was a key figure for Hamburger, scoring in their 5-0 thrashing of Regensburg. Kingsley Sarfo also made his mark, coming off the bench to score for APOEL in a 3-0 win over Karmiotissa, while Isaac Atanga delivered for Ilves in their 3-2 victory over Haka, scoring after being substituted in.
The highlight of the weekend came from Isaac Oppong, who netted his first career hat trick for Sparta Selemet in their 3-2 win over Zimbru Chisinau, showcasing his immense potential. Additionally, Ebenezer Mamatah climbed off the bench to score for Ashdod in their 2-2 draw against Sakhnin, and Ibrahim Sadiq found the net in AZ Alkmaar’s massive 9-1 win over Heerenveen.
Premier League Highlights:
In the English Premier League, Thomas Partey played a crucial role in Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in a heated London derby. Meanwhile, Ghanaian duo Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku featured in Leicester City’s thrilling 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace. Jeffrey Schlupp made a brief appearance for Palace in the same match.
Mohammed Kudus played the full 90 minutes for West Ham in their 1-1 draw against Fulham, while Antoine Semenyo was in action for Bournemouth in their 1-0 loss to Chelsea.
In the Championship, Brandon Thomas Asante made a brief appearance for Watford in their 1-1 draw against Coventry. Darko Gyabi, an English-born Ghanaian, saw 83 minutes of action for Plymouth in their 3-2 victory over Sunderland.
La Liga & Serie A Performances:
In Spain, Joseph Aidoo made a brief appearance for Celta Vigo in their 3-1 win over Valladolid, while Inaki Williams bagged three assists to lead Athletic Bilbao to a 3-2 win over Las Palmas.
In Italy, Emmanuel Gyasi featured in Empoli’s game against Juventus, which ended in a draw. Alfred Duncan played 64 minutes for Venezia in their 4-0 defeat to AC Milan.
French Ligue 1 & 2 Contributions:
In France’s Ligue 1, Alidu Seidu was a key player for Rennes in their 3-0 win over Montpellier. Ernest Nuamah returned from injury to play for Lyon in their draw against Lens. Mohammed Salisu played the full match for Monaco in their 3-0 win over Auxerre, while Elisha Owusu was in action for Auxerre. In Ligue 2, Koffi Kouao helped Metz secure a 2-1 win over Paris FC.
Other European Leagues:
In Austria, David Atanga played for Wolfsberger AC in their 1-1 draw against SK Rapid, while Paul Mensah received a red card in BW Linz’s 1-0 victory over LASK.
In Azerbaijan, Ebenezer Addai was part of Qarabag’s 2-1 win over Sabail. In Belarus, Fard Ibraham played 90 minutes for Isloch in their 3-0 win over Neman.
In Belgium, Christopher Baah Bonsu featured in Genk’s 3-2 win over Cercle Brugge KSV. Francis Abu saw 25 minutes of action for Cercle Brugge. Majeed Ashimeru came on as a substitute for Anderlecht in their 2-2 draw against Westerlo. Denis Odoi played 90 minutes for Antwerp in their 2-0 win over Royale Union SG, with Mohammed Fuseini featuring for Royale Union SG. Joselpho Barnes saw seven minutes of action for St. Truiden in their 2-1 win over Leuven.
Carlos Ohene featured in Levski Sofia’s 4-2 win over CSKA 1948 Sofia in Bulgaria.
Cyprus, Denmark, and Estonia Contributions:
In Cyprus, Richard Ofori scored for Achnas in their 3-2 defeat to Nea Salamis, while Kingsley Sarfo added another goal to his tally in APOEL’s 3-0 win over Karmiotissa. David Abagna played for Karmiotissa. Isaac Nortey featured in Paralimni’s 1-0 defeat to Omonia. Ghanaian duo Eric Boakye and Alex Sarfo helped Aris to a 3-0 victory over Omonia Aradippou.
In Denmark, Emmanuel Yeboah saw 45 minutes of action for Vejle in their 5-0 loss to Viborg.
Alfred Adomah was in action for Paide in Estonia as they suffered a heavy 7-2 defeat to Nomme United.
Finnish and Greek Leagues:
In Finland, Isaac Atanga came off the bench to score in Ilves’ 3-2 win over Haka. Clinton Antwi played for KuPS in their 3-1 win over VPS, where Prosper Ahiabu saw the full 90 minutes for VPS.
In Greece, Abdul Baba Rahman played a full match for PAOK in their draw against Panathinaikos.
Israeli and Lithuanian Performances:
In Israel, Ebenezer Mamatah’s goal for Ashdod in their 2-2 draw against Sakhnin earned him accolades. Emmanuel Agyei also featured for Ashdod, while Henry Addo played for Maccabi Tel Aviv in their 1-0 win over H. Beer Sheva. Patrick Twumasi saw 62 minutes of action for Beitar Jerusalem in their 2-0 win over Netanya.
In Lithuania, Kwadwo Asamoah played for FK Panevezys in their 3-2 win over Banga. Divine Naah and David Martin were also in action for Kauno Zalgiris in their 2-1 win over Siauliai FA.
Other Countries:
In Malta, Prince Afriyie and Joshua Agyemang featured in Mosta’s 1-0 win over Hamrun.
In Moldova, Isaac Oppong’s hat trick was the standout moment as Sparta Selemet beat Zimbru Chisinau 3-2. Rashid Abubakar and Nicholas Bonsu also contributed for Sparta Selemet.
In the Netherlands, Ibrahim Sadiq scored for AZ Alkmaar in their 9-1 victory over Heerenveen, while Dutch-born Ghanaian Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro kept goal for AZ Alkmaar. Ibrahim Osman debuted for Feyenoord in their 2-2 draw against Groningen.
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In the Swiss Cup, Jonas Adjetey played for Basel in their 1-0 win over Stade Nyonnais.
In Turkey, Kingsley Schindler played for Samsunspor in their 1-0 defeat to Konyaspor. Jerome Opoku completed 90 minutes for Basaksehir in their slim win over Bodrumspor, with Haqi Osman and Musah Mohammed in action for Bodrumspor. Nicholas Opoku also featured for Kasimpasa in their 2-0 defeat to Fenerbahce, while Joseph Attamah came on as a substitute for Kayserispor in their 2-2 draw against Eyuspor.
In the MLS, Forster Ajago saw action for Nashville SC in their 2-0 win over Atlanta United, while Emmanuel Boateng came on as a substitute for New England Revolution in their 3-0 loss to Orlando City.
Source: Ghanasoccernet
