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Ghana, under new coach Carlos Queiroz, face England in the World Cup. Key players include Antoine Semenyo, Caleb Yirenkyi, Jordan Ayew, and Brandon Thomas-Asante. Semenyo, a Manchester City winger, scored 17 Premier League goals in 2025-26.
BBC Sport traces the origin story of Manchester City and Ghana star Antoine Semenyo, hearing from former coach David Hockaday about the trial that saved his career.
Antoine Semenyo's journey from failed academy trials and non-league football to playing for Ghana in the 2026 World Cup against England. A story of resilience, belief, and the mentor who saw his potential when others didn't.
Antoine Semenyo was awarded FIFA Man of the Match for Ghana's match against Panama.
