Brighton & Hove Albion defender Tariq Lamptey expressed his joy after playing his first match on Ghanaian soil. The 24-year-old right-back played a key role in the Black Stars' thrilling 4-3 victory over the Central African Republic at the Baba Yara Stadium during matchday four of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Having recently switched his nationality to represent Ghana, Lamptey relished his home debut. "It was very loud, with tremendous support that we could feel right from the start," Lamptey shared with 3Sports. "The type of support that drives you forward, motivates you to work harder and delivers results for the team and the fans. Their backing was like having a 12th man on the field."
Reflecting on the atmosphere and his experience, Lamptey emphasized the importance of the support in pushing the team towards their goal. "It was my first time playing there, and although the game had its ups and downs, it was an amazing day. Ultimately, we achieved the results we aimed for," he remarked.
Since making his Ghana debut against Brazil in France, Lamptey has accumulated eight appearances for the Black Stars over two years, despite facing challenges with injuries.
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