Ghana duo Boakye and Annan fire Saint-Étienne back to Ligue 1
French football side Saint-Étienne have secured a dramatic return to Ligue 1, with Ghanaian pair Augustine Boakye and Ebenezer Annan playing key roles in the club’s promotion triumph.
Saint-Étienne defeated Rodez 7-6 on penalties after a tense goalless draw in regulation time, sealing their place back in the French top flight in front of jubilant supporters.
The victory marks a major milestone for both Ghanaian players, whose contributions throughout the campaign helped revive one of France’s most historic clubs.
Boakye, known for his creativity and attacking threat, has steadily grown in influence since joining the French side, while defender Ebenezer Annan has earned praise for his composure and consistency at the back.
Their promotion success now comes at an important moment for Ghana’s national team, with both players expected to join the Black Stars camp in the coming days ahead of the international friendly against Mexico next week.
The timing offers Black Stars coach and fans another encouraging sign as Ghana continues preparations for upcoming international assignments and the road toward the FIFA World Cup.
For Saint-Étienne supporters, the night was one of relief and celebration. For Ghana, it was another reminder of the growing impact of its young talents across European football.
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