Ghanaian footballers abroad showcased their talents and made notable contributions over the weekend, with key performances across several European leagues and competitions.
From Tariq Lamptey’s dramatic late dismissal in the FA Cup to Andre Ayew’s goal-scoring heroics in France, Ghanaian players continue to shine on the international stage, highlighting their influence in top-tier football.
Here’s a look at how some of Ghana’s brightest stars fared across Europe this weekend.
England
There were no Premier League matches over the weekend, as the focus shifted to the FA Cup, which provided plenty of excitement.
Tariq Lamptey played the full 90 minutes for Brighton in their FA Cup victory over Newcastle United, but was sent off in the 91st minute after receiving a second yellow card
Antoine Semenyo played 106 minutes for Bournemouth, playing a key role in their FA Cup win against Wolves.
Spain
Abdul Mumim played 35 minutes for Rayo Vallecano in their 1-1 draw against Sevilla, but was substituted after picking up an injury.
Inaki Williams played the entire match for Athletic Bilbao in their 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.
France
Salisu Mohammed was an unused substitute in Monaco’s 3-0 win against Reims on Friday-
Andre Ayew found the back of the net for Le Havre in a thrilling 7-goal encounter, with Le Havre winning 4-3. He was substituted in the 74th minute.
Ernest Nuamah played just one minute for Lyon in their 2-1 win over Brest.
Gideon Mensah and Elisha Owusu were both substituted in the 69th minute as Auxerre suffered a 1-0 defeat.
Germany
Ransford Konigsdorffer came on in the 74th minute and played the remainder of the match for Hamburger SV, who lost 2-0 to Paderborn.
Christopher Antwi-Adjei played 67 minutes for Schalke in their 1-0 victory over Preussen Munster.
Italy
Ibrahim Sulemana was an unused substitute for Atalanta in their goalless draw against Venezia on Saturday.
Portugal
Lawrence Ofori played 33 minutes for Moreirense in their 1-1 draw against Estrela.
Greece
Baba Abdul Rahman played the full match for PAOK in their 2-0 win against Asteras Tripolis.
Belgium
Lawrence Agyekum and Abu Francis both featured for Cercle Brugge in their 0-0 draw against Royal Antwerp. Abu Francis played the entire match, while Lawrence was substituted in the 61st minute.
Austria
Emmanuel Agyeman played 65 minutes for Wolfsberger AC in their 3-0 win over Hartberg.
Switzerland
Lawrence Ati Zigi conceded four goals in St. Gallen’s 4-0 defeat to Winterthur.
Turkey
Alexander Djiku played five minutes in Fenerbahce’s 3-0 win over Antalyaspor in the Turkish Super League.
Nicholas Opoku played 90 minutes for Kasimpasa in their 3-3 draw against Galatasaray.