- Mohammed Kudus heaped praise on his Ghanaian compatriot Abdul Fatawu Issahaku following his sensational strike
- The 25-year-old also delivered a brilliant performance of his own to keep Tottenham’s perfect Premier League run intact
- Both players could reunite next month in Black Stars colours when Ghana resumes its 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign
Mohammed Kudus has heaped praise on Abdul Fatawu Issahaku after the latter’s breathtaking strike secured Leicester City a vital win in the English Championship on Saturday, August 23.
Fatawu’s wonder goal earned the Foxes a narrow 1-0 victory over Charlton Athletic, snapping a frustrating two-game winless run and reigniting belief among their supporters.
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Kudus praises Fatawu Issahaku after wonder goal for Leicester
The 21-year-old, still regaining full rhythm after a serious anterior cruciate ligament injury last season, lit up the second half with a moment of pure quality.
Picking his spot, he curled a brilliant effort beyond the Charlton goalkeeper, sparking wild celebrations inside the King Power Stadium, as noted by The Guardian.
That strike not only sealed three points but also felt like a personal statement.
For a player who has battled setbacks and inconsistency, it was proof of his hunger to establish himself in Leicester’s first team this season.
Kudus, fresh from his own heroics with Tottenham, took to X (formerly Twitter) to salute his Black Stars teammate’s resilience.
“Abdul, so proud to see your hard work after a huge setback pay off. Keep on,” the Spurs forward posted.
The gesture underlined the strong bond within Ghana’s current crop of talents, who continue to push each other to greater heights across Europe.
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Fatawu Issahaku rises from the ruins; Kudus continues to shine
From his days at Dreams FC to battling injuries in England, Fatawu has shown flashes of brilliance that have often been interrupted by long spells of frustration. Saturday’s goal, however, could prove a turning point.
While the 21-year-old was stealing the spotlight at Leicester, Kudus was writing his own chapter in Manchester.
The Ghanaian playmaker dazzled as Spurs stunned Manchester City 2-0 at the Etihad, extending their perfect start to the new campaign.
According to Sofascore, he completed 14 of 17 passes, created danger from the wing with a teasing cross, and left Tottenham fans comparing him to club legend Son Heung-min.
The English press were equally glowing in their reviews, applauding his maturity and influence on Thomas Frank’s side.
With both Kudus and Fatawu finding form, Black Stars coach Otto Addo has every reason to be encouraged.
Ghana face crucial World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Mali next month, and the duo’s sharpness could prove invaluable.
For now, Leicester celebrate a wonder goal, Spurs celebrate a star in full flight, and Ghana quietly celebrate the return of two game changers who look ready to light up the season.
Kudus gives perfect response to Lineker and Shearer
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that Mohammed Kudus delivered the perfect response to Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer with his blistering start at Tottenham Hotspur after just two Premier League games.
While Lineker pointed to Kudus’ inconsistency, a view echoed by Shearer, both acknowledged the Ghanaian playmaker’s immense potential.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
