Rising Star Propels AZ to Victory

AZ Alkmaar’s young sensation, Jayden Addai, delivered a crucial performance as his side triumphed 3-1 over Quick Boys to book a place in the KNVB Cup semi-finals.

The 19-year-old Ghanaian forward set the tone for the night at the AFAS Stadion, breaking the deadlock with a well-taken goal midway through the first half. However, the visitors responded quickly, leveling the score through Revelino Junte just six minutes later.

AZ regained control after the break when Troy Parrot converted a penalty to restore their lead. Addai, after an impressive display, made way for Zico Buurmeester with nine minutes left on the clock. Dutch-Ghanaian winger Ernest Poku then played a key role in the final goal, setting up Kees Smit to seal the win.

Goalkeeper Rome-Jayden Owusu-Odoru, another player of Ghanaian descent, also featured for AZ Alkmaar, further highlighting the club’s growing Ghanaian connection.

Meanwhile, Ibrahim Sadiq was absent from the squad as he continues his recovery from an injury that sidelined him after an electric start to the season, where he netted four times in seven matches.