Kwadwo Poku
Ghanaian footballer
Ghana
Forward
Kwadwo Poku: profile
Kwadwo Poku (born 5 May 1985 in Kumasi, Ghana) is a former Ghanaian footballer who played as a forward.
Poku's senior club career began in 2001 at Bofoakwa Tano F.C.. He played for 7 clubs in 2 countries since 2001. His most appearances came at FC Midtjylland (2004–2006), where he made 27 appearances and scored 3 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 63 appearances and 19 goals.
At international level, Poku represented Ghana (2004–2008), earning 9 caps and scoring 2 goals.
Kumasi has produced 121 footballers in our database, including John Paintsil, Mohammed Muntari and Samuel Kuffour.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2004 (aged about 19)
- Countries played in
- 2: Ghana and Denmark
- Club goals per game
- 0.30 (19 in 63)
- Height
- 174 cm — taller than 25% of Ghanaian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Skive IK (2012)
- Shares a birthday with
- Jayden Adams, Tsepo Masilela and Samu Aghehowa (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2002 | Bofoakwa Tano F.C. |
Ghana Football Leagues | – | – |
| 2003–2004 | King Faisal Babes |
Ghana Premier League | 17 | 8 |
| 2004–2006 |  FC Midtjylland |
Danish Superliga | 27 | 3 |
| 2006–2007 | Ikast FS |
Danish Superliga | 18 | 8 |
| 2007–2012 | Asante Kotoko F.C. |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2008 | King Faisal Babes |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2012 | Skive IK |
Danish 1st Division | 1 | 0 |
| 2012– | Tjørring IF |
Denmark Series | – | – |
| Total | 63 | 19 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2008 | Ghana |
Senior | 9 | 2 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Kwadwo Poku?
Kwadwo Poku was born on 5 May 1985, which makes him 41 years old.
Where was Kwadwo Poku born?
Kwadwo Poku was born in Kumasi, Ghana.
Which national team does Kwadwo Poku play for?
Kwadwo Poku played international football for Ghana. He has 9 caps and 2 goals on record.
Which clubs has Kwadwo Poku played for?
Kwadwo Poku's recorded clubs are Bofoakwa Tano F.C., King Faisal Babes, FC Midtjylland, Ikast FS, Asante Kotoko F.C., Skive IK and Tjørring IF.
How tall is Kwadwo Poku?
Kwadwo Poku is 174 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Kwadwo Poku play?
Kwadwo Poku played as a forward.
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