Incoming Black Stars Goal Poacher Antoine Semenyo Makes Injury Return in Bristol’s 1:1 Draw

• Antoine Semenyo was given some game time by Bristol City head coach Nigel Pearson as the Robins were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw
• Semenyo played 19 minutes for the Robins on his injury return and would hope to stay injury-free as the season comes to a close
• The English-born attacker of Ghanaian parentage was reportedly in Ghana's squad for the World Cup play-offs against Nigeria but missed out due to an injury

English-born forward Antoine Semenyo made a cameo appearance in Bristol City's 1-1 stalemate with Peterborough United on Saturday afternoon.

Semenyo was introduced in the game after 71 minutes for Nahki Wells as the Robins went in search of a winner however it proved abortive as Peterborough thwarted their efforts.

Despite Bristol City's inability to find the winner, coach Nigel Pearson should be excited following the return of their top marksman.

The 22-year-old, who has been blighted by niggling injuries after his wonderful start to the year, has been missing in action since suffering a knee injury last month.

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Antoine missed the opportunity to be capped by Ghana in the recent World Cup play-offs due to the knee injury he suffered against West Bromwich Albion and would hope to keep fit ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

What has been Semenyo's performance this season?

Semenyo has mustered six goals and 8 assists in 25 appearances for Bristol City in the English second tier.

He was adjudged Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month for January following his impressive performance for Bristol City.

Antoine Semenyo resumes training ahead of Bristol's game against Peterborough

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Antoine Semenyo has resumed light training for his club Bristol City ahead of their clash against Peterborough United on Saturday.

The 22-year-old has been out of action since suffering a knee injury in a Championship match against West Bromwich Albion last month.

Semenyo was expected to be part of the Ghana squad that face Nigeria in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final qualifying round against the Super Eagles of Nigeria.