Ghanaian defender Aaron Opoku shines with assist in Kaiserslautern's DFB Pokal victory over Ingolstadt
German-born Ghanaian defender Aaron Opoku played a pivotal role in Kaiserslautern's 2-1 triumph over Ingolstadt in the DFB Pokal Round 1 on Saturday.Opoku provided a crucial assist in the 3rd minute, setting up Jannik Mause's opening goal with a precise through ball.The match at Stadion am Bruchweg saw Kaiserslautern dominate possession, while Ingolstadt had more shots on goal. Opoku lasted the full game, showcasing his defensive prowess and offensive contributions. Other German-born Ghanaian players, including defender Jan Gyamerah and striker Ragnar Ache, also featured for Kaiserslautern, with attacker Richmond remaining an unused substitute.Mause scored his second goal in the 35th minute, converting a set piece to give Kaiserslautern a comfortable lead. Despite a late header from Ingolstadt's Ryan Malone in the 88th minute, Kaiserslautern held on for the win. The victory improves Kaiserslautern's head-to-head record against Ingolstadt to 5 wins, 3 losses, and 6 draws.Kaiserslautern will now focus on their upcoming Bundesliga 2 match against Preussen Münster on August 24th.
[caption id="attachment_933030" align="alignnone" width="1000"] Aaron Opoku beim FCK-Testspiel in Pirmasens; Foto: Daniel Krämer[/caption]
German-born Ghanaian defender Aaron Opoku played a pivotal role in Kaiserslautern's 2-1 triumph over Ingolstadt in the DFB Pokal Round 1 on Saturday.
Opoku provided a crucial assist in the 3rd minute, setting up Jannik Mause's opening goal with a precise through ball.
The match at Stadion am Bruchweg saw Kaiserslautern dominate possession, while Ingolstadt had more shots on goal. Opoku lasted the full game, showcasing his defensive prowess and offensive contributions. Other German-born Ghanaian players, including defender Jan Gyamerah and striker Ragnar Ache, also featured for Kaiserslautern, with attacker Richmond remaining an unused substitute.
Mause scored his second goal in the 35th minute, converting a set piece to give Kaiserslautern a comfortable lead. Despite a late header from Ingolstadt's Ryan Malone in the 88th minute, Kaiserslautern held on for the win. The victory improves Kaiserslautern's head-to-head record against Ingolstadt to 5 wins, 3 losses, and 6 draws.
Kaiserslautern will now focus on their upcoming Bundesliga 2 match against Preussen Münster on August 24th.
