German-born Ghanaian winger Christian Conteh played a pivotal role in FC Heidenheim’s 2-1 victory over Hacken in their UEFA Conference League final qualification match on Thursday evening. Held at the Bravida Arena, this first-ever encounter between the two teams saw Conteh open the scoring in the 31st minute, showcasing his attacking prowess. Despite Hacken’s dominance in possession and attempts, Conteh’s goal set the tone for the match. Although Hacken quickly equalized through Mikkel Rygaard, FC Heidenheim regained the lead in the second half with a goal from Leo Scienza, assisted by Adrian Beck. Conteh continued to influence the game until his substitution in the 78th minute. This win propels FC Heidenheim forward in the UEFA Conference League and boosts their confidence ahead of their upcoming Bundesliga fixture against St. Pauli on August 25. Conteh’s standout performance is likely to keep him in the spotlight as the season unfolds.