Isaac Boakye

Isaac Boakye (born 26 November 1981 in Kumasi) is a Ghanaian International football striker currently playing for the Norwegian Vålerenga Fotball.

Professional career

The powerful Striker started his career at Ghapoha Readers, a Club based in the Harbor City of Tema in Ghana. He later transferred to Goldfields Obuasi. In 2001, he went on trials at Swedish Club Norrköping. After the trials he joined Ghanaian Club Asante Kotoko, then went on trials at Turkish Club Ankaragücü.

With many of his compatriots scattered throughout Europe’s top leagues and clubs, the then 22-year-old elected to sign for unfashionable Arminia Bielefeld in the 2. Bundesliga and kept his eyes squarely focused on Ghana’s big prize - the 2006 FIFA World Cup. In the meantime, his environs suited him just fine, particularly as his team sat atop the second division table and could well be in the top flight next season.

“My first year here in Germany has been nice,” Boakye told in April 2004. “I’m very happy to start my career here, and I hope to get the chance to play in the 1. Bundesliga soon. Bielefeld is doing well now, and the football is very competitive. That’s good for me.”

Competitive perhaps but the bustling Kumasi native has been having little trouble finding the net in Germany. The 1.80 m tall forward has managed to score 14 times in...
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