In a dramatic turn of events at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Ghanaian midfielder Augustine Boakye emerged as the hero for AS Saint-Étienne, salvaging a vital 1-1 draw against Nantes on Sunday afternoon.

The game began in favor of the visitors, as Nigerian winger Moses Simon opened the scoring in the 14th minute. Simon dazzled past defenders with his quick feet before unleashing a thunderous shot into the top left corner, leaving ASSE goalkeeper Gautier Larsonneur rooted to the spot.

Trailing for most of the game, Saint-Étienne introduced Augustine Boakye in the second half, and the 24-year-old wasted no time showcasing his class. With the home side desperate for a breakthrough, Boakye delivered in the 86th minute with a moment of magic.

Lurking just outside the box, he received a pinpoint pass, controlled it with composure, and unleashed a breathtaking long-range strike. The ball swerved past the helpless Nantes goalkeeper and into the top-left corner, sparking wild celebrations among the home fans.

Boakye’s equalizer not only secured a crucial point for Saint-Étienne but also marked his third goal in 11 appearances this season. His growing influence on the team could see him rewarded with more starting opportunities in upcoming matches.

The electrifying display further cements Boakye’s reputation as a rising star, and Saint-Étienne fans will hope he can continue to deliver moments of brilliance as the season progresses.