Sports News of Monday, 22 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comBlack Stars defender, Nicholas Opoku once again showcased his defensive prowess despite Kasimpasa's 3-0 defeat against Galatasaray in the Turkish Super Lig on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Playing the full 90 minutes, Opoku earned a rating of 6.6 from Flashscore, demonstrating his consistency and reliability at the back despite playing in a struggling team. Defensively, Opoku won 8 duels, executed a successful tackle, made 1 interception, and made 10 crucial clearances, proving vital in helping his team contain Galatasaray. Despite Kasimpasa’s struggles in the league, Opoku continues to stand out as one of the most consistent Ghanaian defenders in Europe, maintaining an average rating of 6.5 this season. He has started all 17 league games for Kasimpasa, completing 90 minutes in each match, underlining his fitness, discipline, and importance to the team.

Source: GhanaWeb December 22, 2025 15:55 UTC