Kofi Awoonor
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Kofi Awoonor | ||
| Date of birth | 24 December 2001 | ||
| Place of birth | Accra, Ghana | ||
| Height | 1.92 m (6 ft 3 1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Left Central Defender / Left Back | ||
| Club information | |||
Current team | Orlando Pirates SC | ||
| Youth career | |||
| – |
Soccer Intellectuals FC Feyenoord Academy | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2018–2020 | Ahly Rovers | ||
| 2021–2022 | FK Dečić | ||
| 2021–2022 | Soccer Intellectuals FC | ||
| 2024– | Orlando Pirates SC (NPFL) | ||
| National team | |||
| – | Ghana U17 | 2 | (0) |
| * Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only | |||
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Kofi Awoonor (born 24 December 2001) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a left central defender or left back, and can also operate as a defensive midfielder. He currently plays for Orlando Pirates Sport Club in the Namibia Premier Football League.
Early life
Awoonor was born on 24 December 2001 in Accra, Ghana. He grew up in the Winneba area of Ghana and began playing football from a young age. He started his development at Soccer Intellectuals FC before earning an opportunity at the prestigious Feyenoord Academy in the Netherlands.
Club career
Youth career
Awoonor began his development at Soccer Intellectuals FC in Ghana before earning an opportunity at the Feyenoord Academy in the Netherlands, one of Europe's most respected youth development programmes.
Ahly Rovers (2018–2020)
After his European spell, Awoonor returned to Ghana and joined Ahly Rovers development squad. During his time at the club, he was awarded Discovery of the Year, recognising his outstanding development and potential.
FK Dečić (2021–2022)
Awoonor signed a professional contract with FK Dečić of Tuzi, Montenegro on 5 August 2021, valid until 30 June 2022.[1] The contract was certified by the Football Association of Montenegro (FSCG). His move to Europe represented a significant milestone in his career, gaining professional experience in the Montenegrin First Football League. FK Dečić, founded in 1926, is one of Montenegro's established top-flight clubs.
Soccer Intellectuals FC (2021–2022)
Following his time in Montenegro, Awoonor returned to Ghana and rejoined Soccer Intellectuals FC, where he was awarded Young Player of the Year for his performances during the season.
Orlando Pirates Sport Club (2024–present)
On 30 January 2024, Awoonor signed a professional contract with Orlando Pirates Sport Club (OPSC), based in Windhoek, Namibia, competing in the Namibia Premier Football League (NPFL).[2] The contract ran through 30 June 2024.
International career
Awoonor has represented the Ghana U17 national team, earning 2 caps and contributing 2 assists — demonstrating his ability to influence play from a defensive position.
Style of play
Standing at 1.92 metres, Awoonor is a physically imposing defender who combines aerial dominance with technical ability. He is left-footed and capable of playing as a left central defender, left back, or defensive midfielder, offering tactical versatility. He is noted for his pace, physical strength, and quality in passing and distribution.
Career statistics
Club
| Club | Country | League | Season | League | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apps | Goals | Assists | ||||
| Ahly Rovers | Ghana | — | 2018–2020 | — | — | — |
| FK Dečić | Montenegro | Montenegrin First Football League | 2021–2022 | — | — | — |
| Soccer Intellectuals FC | Ghana | — | 2021–2022 | — | — | — |
| Orlando Pirates SC | Namibia | Namibia Premier Football League | 2024– | — | — | — |
International
| Team | Period | Caps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana U17 | 2017–2018 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Honours
Individual
- Young Player of the Year – Soccer Intellectuals FC
- Discovery of the Year – Ahly Rovers
References
External links
Category:2001 births
Category:Living people
Category:Ghanaian footballers
Category:Association football defenders
Category:FK Dečić players
Category:Expatriate footballers in Montenegro
Category:Expatriate footballers in Namibia
Category:Ghanaian expatriate footballers
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