by Emmanuel Atanga | Jan 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo was among the standout performers for AFC Bournemouth as they demolished Nottingham Forest 5-0 in a spectacular Premier League encounter on Saturday.
The match, held at the Vitality Stadium, saw the Cherries dominate their opponents from start to finish. Bournemouth took a narrow 1-0 lead into halftime, thanks to Justin Kluivert’s early strike just nine minutes in. But the real fireworks came after the break.
Burkina Faso’s Dango Ouattara stole the show with a stunning hat-trick. Ouattara first doubled Bournemouth’s advantage in the 55th minute, after a brilliant assist from Kluivert. He wasn’t done there—just six minutes later, he extended the lead again, thanks to a pass from Tyler Adams. Ouattara completed his hat-trick in the 87th minute, making it 4-0.
Semenyo, who played the full 90 minutes, capped off the day with a stoppage-time goal, securing a 5-0 win for his side. The 25-year-old Ghanaian forward has been in fantastic form this season, having scored seven goals and provided three assists in 22 Premier League appearances so far.
In total, Semenyo has scored eight goals and registered four assists across all competitions in 24 games, proving to be an invaluable asset for Bournemouth.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jan 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Brighton and Hove Albion were left stunned at the Amex Stadium on Saturday afternoon, as they were unexpectedly defeated by a struggling Everton side. The Toffees, who had been in poor form with just two wins in their last 13 matches, secured a 1-0 victory, thanks to a penalty scored by Ndiaye in the 42nd minute.
For Brighton, Ghanaian defender Tariq Lamptey provided a rare bright spot, making his first start of 2025 and playing for 76 minutes. Despite his solid performance, Brighton couldn’t capitalize on their chances and were left to rue missed opportunities.
With the defeat, Brighton’s unbeaten streak of seven matches came to an end, and they now sit in ninth place in the Premier League. Everton, on the other hand, will take heart from the victory, which sees them climb to 16th.
Looking ahead, Brighton will be eager to bounce back in their next match against third-placed Nottingham Forest, hoping to turn the tide after this disappointing result.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jan 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
Former Ghana international, Joseph Attamah Larweh, had a disappointing outing for Kayserispor in their Turkish Super Lig clash with Sivasspor on Saturday. The versatile 30-year-old defender, who can also operate in midfield, was shown two yellow cards within a span of just six minutes, resulting in a red card and his early departure from the match.
Attamah Larweh’s first caution came in the 79th minute, and just seven minutes later, he was sent off after picking up a second yellow in the 86th minute. His red card added to Kayserispor’s woes, with the team already down to 10 men after Stéphane Bahoken had received a red card earlier in the match.
Sivasspor, dominant throughout the game, opened the scoring early in the 5th minute through Rey Manaj. An own goal by Onurcan Piri in the 10th minute compounded Kayserispor’s struggles, and the home side went into the break 3-0 up, thanks to a third goal from Cape Verde international Emrah Bassan. Despite goals from Duckens Nazon and Aylton Boa Morte for Kayserispor in the second half, Sivasspor responded with two more strikes from Manaj and Bassan, sealing a commanding 5-2 victory.
Attamah Larweh’s red card overshadowed his 16th appearance of the season in the Turkish top-flight, and his side will need to regroup after this heavy defeat.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jan 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
In a thrilling Championship encounter at the Stadium of Light, Ghanaian youngster Darko Gyabi delivered a game-changing performance to help Plymouth Argyle secure a 2-2 draw against Sunderland on Saturday.
The 20-year-old, currently on loan from Leeds United, came off the bench to provide a crucial assist in stoppage time, ensuring his side snatched a point from the jaws of defeat.
The match began as a tightly contested affair, with both teams struggling to find the net in the first half. After the break, Plymouth took the lead in the 59th minute, courtesy of an own goal by Sunderland’s Anthony Patterson. However, the hosts responded swiftly, leveling the score just two minutes later through Wilson Isidor.
Sunderland appeared to have the upper hand when Trai Hume restored their lead in the 73rd minute. But Plymouth, refusing to back down, pushed for an equalizer. The turning point came when Darko Gyabi replaced Julio Pleguezuelo late in the second half. The Ghanaian midfielder’s energy and creativity shifted the momentum in Plymouth’s favor.
In the dying moments of the game, Gyabi set up Nathanael Ogbeta, who fired home a dramatic equalizer to silence the home crowd and secure a valuable point for the visitors.
Gyabi’s impactful display highlights his potential as one of Ghana’s emerging talents. With 27 Championship appearances this season, the youngster has now recorded one goal and two assists, further proving his worth to both Plymouth and parent club Leeds United.
by Emmanuel Atanga | Jan 25, 2025 | Africa, Europe, Ghana, International, Soccer
In a thrilling Premier League clash at the Vitality Stadium, Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo delivered a standout performance as AFC Bournemouth thrashed Nottingham Forest 5-0.
The Cherries dominated from the outset, with Justin Kluivert opening the scoring in the ninth minute. Burkina Faso’s Dango Ouattara stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, while Semenyo added the icing on the cake with a stoppage-time strike, bringing his Premier League tally for the season to seven goals.
This milestone marked Semenyo’s tenth goal contribution in the league—seven goals and three assists in 22 matches. Across all competitions, the 23-year-old has registered eight goals and four assists in 24 appearances, underscoring his growing influence on Bournemouth’s campaign.
Semenyo’s sharpness and creativity have become crucial for the Cherries, as they continue to climb the Premier League standings. His latest contribution highlights a breakout season for the Ghanaian international.
