In the recent UEFA Europa League Round 3 and Conference League Round 2 matches, several Ghanaian players have made noteworthy contributions, showcasing their skills and commitment on the field.
In the tightly contested match between Galatasaray and IF Elfsborg, Ghanaian players Michael Baidoo and Terry Yegbe both started for the Swedish side. Despite the team’s eventual 4-3 defeat, Baidoo managed to find the back of the net, highlighting his exceptional capabilities and determination.
In another thrilling encounter, Prince Kwabena Adu’s Viktoria Plzen drew 2-2 against Abdul Baba Rahman’s PAOK. Both Ghanaian stars were instrumental in their teams’ performances, with Adu providing his first assist of the competition and Rahman netting his first goal. Their efforts earned them solid ratings of 7.6 on SofaScore, reflecting their impactful presence on the pitch.
Belgian giants Royale Union Saint-Gilloise faced a challenging match against Midtjylland, losing by a narrow 1-0 margin. Ghanaian forward Mohammed Fuseini led the attack for USG, playing an impressive 85 minutes and earning a respectable rating of 7.0.
In a 1-1 scoreline at the Sükrü Saracoglu Stadium, Alexander Djiku remarkably fortified the defensive line for Fenerbahce as they hosted Manchester United in a determined draw attempt. The 30-year-old delivered an outstanding performance, tallying 7 tackles, 5 interceptions, 3 clearances, and winning 9 ground duels—a truly commendable effort.
On a different front, Inaki Williams took on a more defensive role against Czech Republic side Slavia Praha. His team, Athletic Club, secured a 1-0 victory thanks to his younger brother Nico Williams’s goal in the 33rd minute. By the end of the match, Inaki had contributed 2 interceptions and 2 tackles, received 3 fouls, and won 7 ground duels.
Meanwhile, Lyon faced a narrow 1-0 defeat against Besiktas, with Ernest Nuamah part of the starting lineup until the 72nd minute, during which he managed 4 shot attempts.
In Switzerland, Lawrence Ati Zigi delivered an impressive performance between the posts for St. Gallen, despite their 4-2 loss to Fiorentina. The Black Stars goalkeeper earned a rating of 8.3 after making 10 crucial saves and is a strong contender for inclusion in the UEFA Conference League team of the week for round 2.