Denis Odoi Scores, Pulls Off Backflip Celebration but Sees Red in Belgian Cup

• Denis Odoi had a rollercoaster night, scoring a crucial goal and celebrating with a backflip in Royal Antwerp’s clash against Anderlecht
• However, the Ghanaian defender received a second yellow card before halftime, leaving his team with 10 men.
• Despite Antwerp’s late goal, Anderlecht equalized and advanced to the final with a 3-2 aggregate win

Forgotten Ghanaian defender Denis Odoi had an eventful night in Royal Antwerp’s dramatic 2-2 draw against RSC Anderlecht in the Belgian Cup semi-final.

The experienced full-back featured in a pivotal second-leg clash against the Belgian giants in their semi-final showdown on Thursday night.

Dennis Odoi scores and celebrates in style

Antwerp entered the second leg trailing 1-0 from the first match and needed a strong response.

Their determination paid off in the 26th minute when Odoi, assisted by Tjarron Chery, found the back of the net with a crucial equaliser.

In a video shared on social media, the 36-year-old marked the moment with a spectacular backflip, igniting celebrations.

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Dennis Odoi receives his marching orders

However, Antwerp's lead was short-lived as Yari Verschaeren equalised for Anderlecht just six minutes later.

The situation worsened for the hosts when Black Stars right back Odoi received a second yellow card before halftime, leaving his team with 10 men for the remainder of the match, per Flashscore.

Despite the numerical disadvantage, Antwerp fought bravely and regained the lead in the 86th minute through Gyrano Kerk.

But their hopes of forcing extra time were dashed when Anderlecht struck late to level the score at 2-2.

With a 3-2 aggregate victory, Anderlecht secured their place in the Belgian Cup final, ending Antwerp’s campaign in heartbreaking fashion.

Schlupp joins Celtic in Scotland

Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that forgotten Ghanaian midfielder Jeffrey Schlupp has joined Scottish giants Celtic on transfer deadline day from Crystal Palace.

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The former Black Stars midfielder signed a deal to join Celtic on loan till the end of the season, subject to international clearance.

Schlupp, a one-time English Premier League winner, arrives with enormous experience, having played 400 games in the top division.

Fans react after Ofori error

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that forgotten Black Stars goalkeeper Richard Ofori has been trending on social media after scoring a ridiculous own goal in the game between AmaZulu and Kaizer Chiefs in the South African league.

The Ghana international erroneously parried the ball into his own net, reminiscent of the corner kick he conceded during the Africa Cup of Nations against Mozambique.

The error earned Kaizer Chiefs a point at the famous FNB Stadium.

Source: YEN.com.gh