Antoine Semenyo Scores Against Leeds, Trails Only Palmer and One Player Since January
- Antoine Semenyo found the back of the net against Leeds United, bringing his brief goal drought to an end for Manchester City
- Only Cole Palmer and one other player have been involved in more goals than Semenyo since making his debut in January for the Cityzens
- Netizens quickly took to social media to applaud the Ghana national football team forward for his blistering form in front of goal
Antoine Semenyo kept his red-hot run going on Saturday, February 28, firing Manchester City ahead in their Premier League clash against Leeds United.
The 26-year-old struck in the second minute of first-half stoppage time, calmly finishing from close range after Rayan Ait Nouri picked him out with a clever cutback.
It was a simple touch, but it carried huge importance as it broke the deadlock and set the tone for the afternoon.
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Semenyo continues fine form for City
After drawing blanks in his previous two outings, the Ghana international wasted no time reminding everyone why he has been such a revelation since his big-money switch.
His latest strike means that since making his league debut for City on January 17, only Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro have registered more Premier League goal involvements, both with six, compared to Semenyo’s five, according to Squawka.
The effort against Leeds was his 14th in the competition this season. Only Erling Haaland, with 22 and Igor Thiago, with 18, have found the net more often for the club, as cited by the BBC.
In just seven appearances in the English top flight, he has delivered four goals and one assist.
Finishes against Fulham, Tottenham, Wolves and now Leeds underline how quickly he has become a trusted weapon in Pep Guardiola’s title push alongside Arsenal.
Analysing Semenyo's time at City so far
Scotland-based Ghanaian journalist Awal Mohammed Hudu has weighed in on Antoine Semenyo’s impact since his move to Man City, particularly after his match-winning display at Elland Road.
Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Hudu reflected on the doubts that initially surrounded the transfer:
“Not everyone was convinced when Man City splashed £65m on Semenyo in January,” he began.
“Yes, he was in red-hot form, but as a case in point to what Jack Grealish went through from Aston Villa to Man City, his trajectory went down although his trophy cabinet was decked with titles.
"A month on, the Ghanaian looks like one of the bargains of the winter transfer window - chipping in with eight direct goal contributions in 11 games across all competitions. Hopefully, he continues on this tangent and spurs City to laurels.”
Watch Semenyo's goal:
Fans hail Semenyo after latest goal
Meanwhile, supporters did not hold back in their praise once the ball hit the net.
@BallerTalk0 posted:
"Semenyo is actually class."
@ArsenalFreake wrote:
"Semenyo has been massive for Manchester City, Bournemouth has been robbed by the cheque book."
@Utdodiahkoncept added:
"What a signing he has proven to be. Instant impact. I’m proud of him."
@kwekusly71 summed it up in dramatic fashion:
"Semenyo is the African goat."
For Semenyo, the numbers tell part of the story. The confidence in his stride and the timing of his runs tell the rest.
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Right now, everything he touches seems to carry purpose, and Manchester City are reaping the rewards.
Semenyo sends subtle message to Arsenal
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Antoine Semenyo sent a subtle message to Arsenal after producing a match-winning performance against Leeds United on Saturday.
The Ghana international emphasised his desire for Man City to maintain their winning momentum as the Premier League title race gathers pace.
Source: YEN.com.gh
