Alexander Djiku, born in Montpellier, stood out as the Man of the Match in Ghana's opening Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group B match against Cape Verde.

The talented defender delivered a stellar performance, contributing significantly to Ghana's campaign in the tournament.

Djiku's standout moment came in the 56th minute when he scored the equalizer for the Black Stars.

His goal showcased not only his defensive prowess but also his ability to make a meaningful impact in attacking situations.

Despite the last-minute winner from Cape Verde's Blue Sharks, Djiku's overall performance earned him the prestigious Man of the Match award.

The Montpellier-born defender made his debut for the Ghana national team in October 2020 during an international friendly against Mali.

Since then, Djiku has represented Ghana in 25 matches and has scored two goals, showcasing his consistent contributions to the team.

In the group stage opener against Cape Verde, Djiku demonstrated class, finesse, and leadership in the defensive line.

His ability to last the entire duration of the match and make crucial contributions both defensively and offensively highlighted his importance to the Black Stars.

As Ghana progresses in the AFCON tournament, Alexander Djiku's performances will likely play a pivotal role in the team's quest for success, and fans will be eager to see more standout moments from the talented defender.