Antoine Semenyo makes history in PFA Team of the Year

Antoine Semenyo has become the first Ghanaian footballer selected for the Professional Footballers’ Association Premier League Team of the Year.

His inclusion is a landmark achievement and recognition of the powerful impression he made during an outstanding campaign with Manchester City.

The forward’s influence was clear from his first appearance for City. On January 10, 2026, Semenyo made his debut in a remarkable 10-1 Emirates FA Cup victory over Exeter City. He scored in the 54th minute, created another goal in the 49th and was named Man of the Match.

Just three days later, he produced another memorable display against Newcastle United in the first leg of the EFL Cup semi-final. Semenyo scored twice in City’s 2-0 win, although VAR ruled out one effort after Erling Haaland was judged offside and to have obstructed goalkeeper Nick Pope.

Those early performances set the tone for a significant spell at Manchester City. Semenyo brought pace, strength and directness to the attack, quickly becoming a player capable of changing matches.

His PFA selection places him alongside Erling Haaland, Igor Thiago and other Premier League stars. For Ghanaian football, Semenyo’s achievement represents a historic step and a proud moment.