Samad Oppong
Ghanaian footballer
Ghana
Forward
Samad Oppong: profile
Samad Oppong (born 21 July 1988 in Kumasi, Ghana) is a former Ghanaian footballer who played as a forward.
Oppong's senior club career began in 2006 at King Faisal Babes. He played for 5 clubs in 3 countries between 2006 and 2015. His most appearances came at Ethnikos Achna FC (2013–2015), where he made 1 appearance and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 1 appearance and 0 goals.
At international level, Oppong represented Ghana (2009–present). He also played for Ghana at under-17 level.
Kumasi has produced 121 footballers in our database, including John Paintsil, Mohammed Muntari and Samuel Kuffour.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2009 (aged about 21)
- Club career
- 2006–2015 (10 seasons)
- Countries played in
- 3: Ghana, Algeria and Cyprus
- Latest move
- Ethnikos Achna FC (2013)
- Shares a birthday with
- Anthony Annan, Fabrice Nsakala and Joe Aribo (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2009 | King Faisal Babes |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2009–2011 | Asante Kotoko F.C. |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2011 |  ES Sétif |
Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011–2013 | Ashanti Gold SC |
Ghana Premier League | – | – |
| 2013–2015 |  Ethnikos Achna FC |
Cypriot First Division | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 1 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Ghana U17 |
Under-17 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009– | Ghana |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Samad Oppong?
Samad Oppong was born on 21 July 1988, which makes him 38 years old.
Where was Samad Oppong born?
Samad Oppong was born in Kumasi, Ghana.
Which national team does Samad Oppong play for?
Samad Oppong played international football for Ghana.
Which clubs has Samad Oppong played for?
Samad Oppong's recorded clubs are King Faisal Babes, Asante Kotoko F.C., ES Sétif, Ashanti Gold SC and Ethnikos Achna FC.
What position does Samad Oppong play?
Samad Oppong played as a forward.
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