Nana Akwasi Asare
Ghanaian footballer
Ghana
Defender
Nana Akwasi Asare: profile
Nana Akwasi Asare (born 11 July 1986 in Kumasi, Ghana) is a retired Ghanaian footballer who played as a defender.
Asare started out at Feyenoord Academy Ghana in 2003. He played for 6 clubs in 3 countries since 2003. The busiest spell of his career was at FC Utrecht (2009–2013): 102 appearances and 10 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 214 appearances and 15 goals.
At international level, Asare represented Ghana (2007–2012), earning 5 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Kumasi has produced 121 footballers in our database, including John Paintsil, Mohammed Muntari and Samuel Kuffour.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2007 (aged about 21)
- Countries played in
- 3: Ghana, Belgium and Netherlands
- Club goals per game
- 0.07 (15 in 214)
- Height
- 175 cm — taller than 28% of Ghanaian internationals on record
- Latest move
- KAA Gent (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Amad Diallo, Mohamed Elneny and Jabu Mahlangu (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–2004 | Feyenoord Academy Ghana |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2004–2005 |  Royal Antwerp F.C. |
Belgian Pro League | 24 | 3 |
| 2004–2007 | Feyenoord Rotterdam | Eredivisie | 0 | 0 |
| 2005–2007 | KV Mechelen |
Belgian Pro League | 36 | 1 |
| 2007–2009 | KV Mechelen |
Belgian Pro League | 52 | 1 |
| 2009–2013 | FC Utrecht | Eredivisie | 102 | 10 |
| 2013– | KAA Gent |
Belgian Pro League | – | – |
| Total | 214 | 15 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2012 | Ghana |
Senior | 5 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Nana Akwasi Asare?
Nana Akwasi Asare was born on 11 July 1986, which makes him 40 years old.
Where was Nana Akwasi Asare born?
Nana Akwasi Asare was born in Kumasi, Ghana.
Which national team does Nana Akwasi Asare play for?
Nana Akwasi Asare played international football for Ghana. He has 5 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Nana Akwasi Asare played for?
Nana Akwasi Asare's recorded clubs are Feyenoord Academy Ghana, Royal Antwerp F.C., Feyenoord Rotterdam, KV Mechelen, FC Utrecht and KAA Gent.
How tall is Nana Akwasi Asare?
Nana Akwasi Asare is 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
What position does Nana Akwasi Asare play?
Nana Akwasi Asare played as a defender.
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André AyewGhana · b. 1989
Kwadwo AsamoahGhana · b. 1988
Dominic AdiyiahGhana · b. 1989
Derek BoatengGhana · b. 1983
Anthony AnnanGhana · b. 1986
Samuel InkoomGhana · b. 1989
Adam Larsen KwaraseyGhana · b. 1987
Quincy Owusu-AbeyieGhana · b. 1986
Prince TagoeGhana · b. 1986