Former Ghana international Albert Adomah has thrown his full support behind rising forward Antoine Semenyo, expressing strong belief in the attacker’s long-term impact for the Ghana national football team.
Adomah highlighted Semenyo’s impressive form and steady development, describing him as a player on a clear upward path who could become a central figure for Ghana on the global stage. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon, the former winger is confident Semenyo can translate his club performances into international success.
Ghana are set for their fifth appearance at football’s biggest tournament, having been drawn into a challenging Group L alongside England, Croatia, and Panama national football team. The Black Stars will kick off their campaign against Panama on June 17, before facing England on June 23 and concluding the group phase against Croatia on June 27.
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Despite the tough opposition, Adomah believes players like Semenyo could make the difference if they maintain their current trajectory.
“Antoine Semenyo has a bright future with the Black Stars,” Adomah said, clearly backing the forward to play a key role in the national team in the years to come.
Drawing from his own experience at the highest level, Adomah urged the forward to stay focused and consistent as expectations continue to rise.
“Antoine Semenyo has done extremely well to get to where he is at the moment and by God’s grace he will carry on doing well,” Adomah said. “He is still got bright future ahead of him with the Black Stars and hopefully with Manchester City. I will urge him to keep on doing what he’s been doing. He’s on great form and hopefully he takes that form to the World Cup with Ghana.”
Semenyo’s emergence has been one of the more promising developments for Ghana in recent years. Known for his pace, physicality, and direct attacking approach, he has steadily carved out a role as a dependable option in the national setup.
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Currently featuring for Manchester City, the forward is expected to be instrumental as Ghana builds toward the World Cup. Since making his debut in 2022, he has scored three goals in 34 appearances, numbers that only hint at his growing influence within the squad.
With momentum on his side and confidence from figures like Adomah, Semenyo appears poised to play a defining role in Ghana’s next chapter on the world stage.
