Ghanaian Teen Sensation Felix Afena-Gyan Wins First European Title with AS Roma at 19

Ghanaian Teen Sensation Felix Afena-Gyan Wins First European Title with AS Roma at 19

Lukman Mumuni
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:03 PM
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  • Felix Afena-Gyan has made history by becoming the first Ghanaian to win the UEFA Europa Conference League title
  • The AS Roma forward also become the youngest Ghanaian to win an European title at the age of 19 following an outstanding campaign
  • Felix Afena-Gyan has had a breakthrough first season in Italy, scoring two Serie A goals before turning 19

Ghanaian teenager Felix Afena-Gyan's first season in European football ended with an European silverware after AS Roma defeated Feyenoord to win the Europa Conference League.

The 19-year-old was an unused substitute as Nicolo Zaniola's 32nd minute goal secured the Italian giants their first title with Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho.

In photos posted on Twitter, the Giallorossi's are seen celebrating the moment after a tupsy-turvy campaign.

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Felix Afena-Gyan wins Europa Conference League title. Credit: @OfficialASRoma
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Even though, the 19-year-old missed the final, he made three appearances in the Europa Conference League this season.

The youngster made his debut in a Serie A game against Cagliari in November last year before following it up with a brace against Genoa a week later.

He also made his Black Stars debut last in March against Nigeria.

Felix Afena-Gyan has been included in AS Roma squad for the Europa Conference League final

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Ghanaian teen sensation Felix Afena-Gyan has been included in the AS Roma team for the final of the UEFA Europa League on Wednesday night.

The 19-year-old travelled with the team to Tirana for the blockbuster encounter against Dutch giants Feyenoord.

In photos posted on the club's official website, the 19-year-old is seen training with the squad as they prepare for tonight's showdown.

Jose Mourinho reveals reason for buying Afena-Gyan new Balenciaga sneakers

Jose Mourinho has spoken highly of Ghanaian teen sensation Felix Afena-Gyan following his breakthrough campaign with Italian giants AS Roma.

The AS Roma manager gave the 19-year-old his first team debut when he came on as a second half substitute against Cagliari in November last year.

The Black Stars forward has not looked back since, with Jose Mourinho praising his talent while revealing why he bought him the pair of Balenciaga shoes.

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Lukman Abdul Mumin is a Sports Journalist based in Accra, Ghana. He has been writing for the past five years. Lukman joined Sports Brief as an Editor for the Local Desk in 2022.
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