Black Stars forward, Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, scored three goals for Sporting CP on his debut in the UEFA Youth League earlier on Wednesday, March 1.
The winger was added to the squad to play Ajax in the round of 16 tie and delivered a masterclass as Sporting’s U19s recorded a resounding victory against the Dutch side.
The youngster opened the scoring in the 36th minute of the game with a trademark finish. He got the ball on the wings before cutting inside to his left to beat the goalkeeper.
🇬🇠Abdul Fatawu Issahaku with a trademark goal in Sporting U19s UEFA Youth League game against Ajax. #JoySportspic.twitter.com/oFS7EtY5Vg
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The 18-year-old’s second came after the recess, latching on to a square pass from Diogo Cabral in the box to make it 2-0.
🇬🇠Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has his brace for Sporting U19s in their UEFA Youth League game against Ajax 🌟🔥#JoySports
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🇬🇠Hat-trick for Abdul Fatawu Issahaku as Sporting U19s lead Ajax 4-0 in the UEFA Youth League ✅ #JoySports
— #JoySports (@JoySportsGH) March 1, 2023