Ghana winger Christopher Antwi-Adjei shines on Schalke 04 debut in Germany

Published on: 25 August 2024

Ghana international Christopher Antwi-Adjei made an impressive debut for Schalke 04 in the German Bundesliga 2 on Sunday.

The former Black Stars winger made substitute appearance for Schalke 04 as they played out a 2-2 stalemate against Magdeburg at the Avnet Arena.

Antwi-Adjei was introduced in the 72nd minute mark and showed glimpses of good performance as his outfit secured a point at away.

Schalke 04 shot into the lead through Moussa Sylla after just eight minutes before the home team pulled parity in the 40th minute mark through Marcus Mathisen.

The host went to the halftime break with the advantage following Martijn Kaars strike in the additional minute of the first half.

In the 76th minute mark, the Ghanaian international set up Kenan Karaman to fire home the needed equalizer in the thrilling encounter.

The 30-year-old Ghanaian winger joined Schalke 04 last week after penning a two-year deal with the club.

Antwi-Adjei has almost spent his entire career in Germany, featuring for a host of clubs. He brings a wealth of experience to Schalke 04 considering the number of clubs he’s played for in Germany.

Last season, the pacey Ghanaian winger made 25 appearances for Bochum, who narrowly escaped relegation. He racked up two goals and delivered two assists across the period for Bochum last term.

He was instrumental for Bochum during his spell, helping the club to maintain their status in the Bundesliga on three occasions.

Antwi-Adjei has managed 113 appearances in the German top-flight while making 62 appearances in the Bundesliga 2