Ghanaian defender Eric Boakye has been rewarded with his explosive performance for his Slovenian side NK Olimpija Ljubljana on Sunday.

NK Olimpija Ljubljana defeated NK Maribor by 3-1 on Sunday in an entertaining game with Antonio Delamear Mlinar scored two goals in the 37th, 56th minute.

Almedin Zeljkic made it 3-0 for NK Olimpijia Ljubljana before Blaz Vrhovec pulled on back through the penalty spot.

The defender was unplayable as he provided an assist in his side's 3-1 home triumph against NK Maribor.

The 21 year old defender has been named in the Slovenian team of the week after his fine showing.

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