Ghanaian defender Brendan Sarpong-Wiredu, who hails from England, demonstrated his skill on the field as he secured an assist in Fleetwood Town’s recent match against Peterborough United in League One.
The two teams had a fairly even head-to-head record prior to this match, with Peterborough United having 8 wins, Fleetwood Town with 7 wins, and 2 draws between them.
Playing at the Weston Homes Stadium, Sarpong-Wiredu started the game and played the full 90 minutes. He wasted no time in making an impact, providing an excellent assist to Bosun Lawal in the very first minute of the match. Lawal capitalized on the opportunity and scored a right-footed goal from outside the box, giving Fleetwood Town an early lead.
Unfortunately, Peterborough United managed to equalize in the 17th minute with Malik Mothersille scoring a left-footed shot from close range. The second half proved to be tough for Fleetwood Town, as Peterborough United netted three more goals. Archie Collins scored in the 81st minute, followed by a brace from Jonson Clarke-Harris in the 90+5 and 90+6 minutes.
So far this season, Sarpong-Wiredu has been a key player for Fleetwood Town, making 32 appearances in the league. He has scored three goals and provided two assists, including the one in the match against Peterborough United. His consistent contribution on the field has not gone unnoticed, and he continues to be a bright prospect for the team.
