Ghanaian forward Francis Amuzu scores as Anderlecht suffer defeat to Braga in friendly

Ghanaian-born Belgian forward Francis Amuzu was on target for Anderlecht despite succumbing to a defeat in a friendly on Sunday.The 24-year-old Ghanaian attacker was called to action when his outfit locked horns with the Portuguese club as preparations for the new season continues.Braga inflicted a 2-1 win over Anderlecht at the Estádio Municipal 22 de Junho in Portugal.The first half of the match ended in a pulsating goalless draw, as both teams struggled to find the back of the net.After recess, the home team uplifted their performance and secured victory over the Belgium outfit.Braga took the lead, one minute into the second half following an own goal from Anderlecht player Mario Stroeykens.The Ghanaian attacker stepped up in the 63rd minute mark as he grabbed the equalizer for Anderlecht but Braga found the back of the net again through Gabri Martinez in 78th minute as they snatch victory in the pre-season friendly.Amuzu will be hoping to maintain his form in order to command a starting role in the team next season.Amuzu’s current contract with Anderlecht is expected to expire in the summer of 2025.

Jul 14, 2024 - 16:40
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Ghanaian forward Francis Amuzu scores as Anderlecht suffer defeat to Braga in friendly

Ghanaian-born Belgian forward Francis Amuzu was on target for Anderlecht despite succumbing to a defeat in a friendly on Sunday.

The 24-year-old Ghanaian attacker was called to action when his outfit locked horns with the Portuguese club as preparations for the new season continues.

Braga inflicted a 2-1 win over Anderlecht at the Estádio Municipal 22 de Junho in Portugal.

The first half of the match ended in a pulsating goalless draw, as both teams struggled to find the back of the net.

After recess, the home team uplifted their performance and secured victory over the Belgium outfit.

Braga took the lead, one minute into the second half following an own goal from Anderlecht player Mario Stroeykens.

The Ghanaian attacker stepped up in the 63rd minute mark as he grabbed the equalizer for Anderlecht but Braga found the back of the net again through Gabri Martinez in 78th minute as they snatch victory in the pre-season friendly.

Amuzu will be hoping to maintain his form in order to command a starting role in the team next season.

Amuzu’s current contract with Anderlecht is expected to expire in the summer of 2025.