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Joseph Opoku scores in Swansea's victory against Leganes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:55 PM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Joseph Opoku scores in Swansea's victory against Leganes

Summary

Swansea City secured a 1-0 victory over Leganes in a pre-season friendly held at home on August 1, 2026. Joseph Opoku, making his second appearance since joining from Zulte Waregem, scored from 35 yards just before halftime after a defensive error by Leganes. Swansea controlled much of the game, with notable chances from Elijah Just and Marko Stamenic. Leganes had an early chance but failed to convert. The match showcased Swansea's possession-based play ahead of their competitive opener against Birmingham City in the Carabao Cup on August 8.

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•Joseph Opoku scores the only goal from 35 yards.
•Swansea dominates possession against Leganes.
•Elijah Just and Marko Stamenic create chances.
•Leganes had an early opportunity that went over the bar.
•Swansea will face Birmingham City in the Carabao Cup on August 8.

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3:55 PMYahoo Sports — New recruit Opoku gives Swansea win over Leganes

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Swansea City ended their pre-season preparations with a 1-0 home victory over Leganes courtesy of a long-range strike from new recruit Joseph Opoku. Ghana international Opoku, making just his second appearance since joining from Zulte Waregem, finished coolly from 35 yards after Leganes keeper Raul Fernandez had come out of his area. Opoku's precise effort gave Swansea a deserved win as they dominated possession for long spells against their Spanish second-tier opponents.
— Yahoo Sports

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