GhanaWeb Feature by Benjamin Sackey
Ghanaian striker Antoine Semenyo has kicked off the 2025/2026 Premier League season with an outstanding performance, sparking comparisons with global superstar Erling Haaland.
The Ghanaian attacker has propelled his club, Bournemouth, to fourth place on the Premier League table with 14 points after seven games.
His goals, assists, and overall contribution have played an immense role in head coach Andoni Iraola’s system, making him one of the brightest stars in the league.
In terms of statistics this season, Semenyo has made seven appearances, scored six goals, and provided three assists, totaling nine goal contributions.
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Additionally, the Black Stars striker has averaged an expected goals (XG) of 3.59, registered five shots on target inside the box, made 36 touches in the opposition box, scored one penalty and one free-kick, and completed 183 passes with a 75% accuracy rate.
This marks his best start to a Premier League season since joining the club, earning him recognition as one of the top performers in the league.
Meanwhile, Norwegian goal machine Erling Haaland is providing stiff competition, especially in terms of scoring.
Despite Manchester City’s slow start to the season, Haaland has remained relentless, contributing significantly to the team’s attack.
In seven matches, the Norwegian forward has scored nine goals, made one assist, and posted an XG of 7.71, totaling 10 goal contributions.
He has also recorded six shots on target inside the box and completed 83 passes with a 66% accuracy rate, helping his team dominate possession.
Sports pundits, former footballers, and other prominent figures in the Premier League have praised Semenyo’s performances, predicting he could challenge Haaland in the race for the Golden Boot.
Semenyo’s overall play up front has placed him in the conversation for the best player in the league after seven games, while Haaland continues to showcase his world-class talent.
Whether the Ghanaian forward can maintain his brilliant form as the season progresses remains to be seen.
Semenyo has reportedly attracted interest from top clubs including Liverpool, Arsenal, and Chelsea, who are lining up for his signature following his impressive performances.
See their statistics of the season below:
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