Ghanaian forward James Ampofo delivered a standout performance on Sunday, netting a brace as Raufoss hammered Hødd 6-1 in a thrilling Norwegian First Division encounter.

The 22-year-old wasted no time getting on the scoresheet, finding the back of the net just two minutes into the match with a thunderous right-footed finish after being teed up by Petter Jensen. Though Hødd momentarily fought back with a goal from Elias Myrlid, Ampofo struck again in the 27th minute, tapping in Jan Inge Lynum’s low cross to restore Raufoss’ two-goal cushion and make it 3-1 before the break.

Ampofo’s relentless movement and attacking presence kept the Raufoss crowd buzzing until he was substituted in the 74th minute, having played a pivotal role in dismantling a side that had previously held the upper hand in recent meetings.

Raufoss, who had only one win in their last four games against Hødd prior to this fixture, turned in a dominant display from start to finish. Jan Inge Lynum, Ryan Nelson, Markus Aanesland, and Kebba Badjie all got on the scoresheet in a complete team performance that sent a strong message to the rest of the league.

Ampofo’s brace takes his tally to six goals in 11 league appearances this season, underlining his growing importance to the side.

Raufoss will aim to carry their momentum into their next fixture against Kongsvinger on June 28.