Ghanaian forward Abdul Fatawu Issahaku stole the spotlight as he was awarded the Man of the Match accolade for his stellar performance in Leicester City’s 1-0 victory against Bournemouth in the Emirates FA Cup Round 5 fixture.
Despite starting on the bench, Issahaku made an indelible impact after being introduced as a substitute in the 64th minute, replacing veteran Marc Albrighton.
His arrival injected fresh impetus into Leicester City’s attacking endeavors, revitalizing the team’s pursuit of victory in the prestigious cup competition.
After a tense 90 minutes where neither side managed to break the deadlock, the match extended into extra time, intensifying the drama on the pitch.
In a moment of sheer brilliance in the 105th minute, Issahaku unleashed a breathtaking strike to clinch the decisive goal, securing Leicester City’s progression to the Round of 8 in the FA Cup.
His wonder goal not only separated the two teams but also cemented his status as the standout performer of the match, earning him the coveted Man of the Match award for his match-winning contribution.