Former WAFA SC star Augustine Boakye made a memorable mark in the French Ligue 1, scoring his first-ever goals for St. Étienne in a thrilling 3-1 comeback victory against Stade de Reims.
The match, played at St. Étienne’s home ground, saw the hosts trailing early. However, Boakye stepped up in the second half, delivering two goals in the space of seven minutes to turn the game around. His strikes energized the team and set them on course for a much-needed victory.
Boakye, wearing the St. Étienne green, played a crucial role for 74 minutes before being substituted, earning praise for his performance.
The win lifted St. Étienne out of the Ligue 1 relegation zone, giving the team renewed hope as they continue their battle to climb the league table. Boakye’s breakthrough moment is expected to boost his confidence and strengthen his place in the squad for future matches.
