Ghanaian Players who scored in Europe Over the Weekend
Several Ghanaian footballers were in scintillating form across Europe over the weekend, finding the back of the net and delivering standout performances for their respective clubs.
In Bosnia’s top-flight division, veteran striker Richmond Boakye Yiadom was on target for Sloga Doboj, helping his side cruise to a convincing 4-1 victory over Sloboda. Boakye’s goal added to his consistent run of form as he continues to be a pivotal figure for the club.
In Belgium, Mohammed Fuseini continued his brilliant campaign by netting a brace for Royale Union SG in their emphatic 4-0 win over Antwerp. The double took his tally to nine league goals this season, further cementing his reputation as one of the most reliable forwards in the Belgian Pro League.
Also in Belgium, Lawrence Agyekum impressed for Cercle Brugge, scoring a fine goal to contribute to their 5-1 demolition of Patro Eisden in the first leg of the relegation playoffs. The midfielder’s dominant display in the heart of the park underlined his growing influence at the club.
🇬🇭 Ibrahim Sulemana does it again. He smashed a thunderous volley into the net vs Genoa to score his second screamer from outside the box in a week.
The sound of the net is just satisfying 😮💨pic.twitter.com/srxIhcRCqW
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) May 18, 2025
In Italy, Ibrahim Sulemana made a notable contribution to Atalanta’s 3-2 win over Genoa in Serie A. The young midfielder capped off a strong performance with a well-taken goal, helping his side secure three crucial points in the race for European qualification.
Austria also witnessed Ghanaian brilliance, as Edmund Baidoo came off the bench to make a decisive impact for RB Salzburg in their 2-1 triumph over BW Linz. Baidoo not only scored but also provided an assist, turning the tide in favor of the reigning Austrian champions.
Meanwhile, in Spain’s Primera Federación, Jerry Afriyie maintained his red-hot scoring form by netting a vital goal for CD Lugo. His strike played a key role in a 2-0 win over Zamora CF, keeping Lugo’s promotion hopes alive.
The impressive exploits of these players reflect the quality of Ghanaian talent plying their trade abroad, providing a boost to the national team setup ahead of key international assignments.
