Antoine Semenyo returns to Newport ahead of World Cup with Ghana
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 5:31 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Antoine Semenyo is back in Newport as Ghana prepares for a friendly against Wales on June 2, 2026. The Manchester City forward, originally from Bristol City, has grown into a pivotal player for both club and country, scoring three goals in 34 appearances for Ghana since 2022. Semenyo's journey began at Newport County, where his development was closely monitored. His return marks a significant moment, as he aims to help Ghana in the upcoming World Cup, facing Panama, England, and Croatia in Group L later this month.
- •Semenyo prepares for a friendly with Wales on June 2.
- •He is a key player for Ghana in the World Cup.
- •Semenyo scored in the FA Cup final for Manchester City.
- •His career developed at Newport County before moving to the Premier League.
- •Ghana faces Panama, England, and Croatia in the World Cup group stage.
- 5:31 AMYahoo Sports — Humble, powerful, ready - Semenyo returns to where World Cup rise began
- 5:31 AMBBC Sport — Humble, powerful, ready - Semenyo returns to where World Cup rise began
"Before heading to the World Cup with Ghana, a friendly against Wales brings Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo back to Newport where he first caught the eye.
"Before heading to the World Cup with Ghana, a friendly against Wales brings Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo back to Newport where he first caught the eye.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 5:31 AMHumble, powerful, ready - Semenyo returns to where World Cup rise began
Before heading to the World Cup with Ghana, a friendly against Wales brings Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo back to Newport where he first caught the eye.
- BBC SportJun 2, 2026, 5:31 AMHumble, powerful, ready - Semenyo returns to where World Cup rise began
Before heading to the World Cup with Ghana, a friendly against Wales brings Manchester City's Antoine Semenyo back to Newport where he first caught the eye.
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