Antoine Semenyo Reflects on Breaking Tony Yeboah’s Long-Standing Premier League Record
Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo has reflected on the remarkable achievement of surpassing Tony Yeboah’s long-standing scoring record in English football.
Semenyo enjoyed an outstanding 2025/26 campaign, establishing himself as one of the most productive Ghanaian players in the Premier League. His performances eventually saw him move beyond a record that had been associated with Ghana legend Tony Yeboah for decades.
The Manchester City forward had already broken Yeboah’s record for the most Premier League goals scored by a Ghanaian in a single season after reaching 13 goals during the campaign. Yeboah had previously held the benchmark with 12 goals for Leeds United.
Semenyo’s season became even more memorable when he reached 20 goals across all competitions. His 20th goal came in Manchester City’s FA Cup final victory over Chelsea, where he scored the decisive goal to secure a 1-0 win.
That strike moved him beyond Yeboah’s 19 goals for Leeds during the 1995/96 campaign, giving Semenyo another significant place in Ghanaian football history.
The achievement was particularly meaningful because Yeboah is regarded as one of Ghana’s most celebrated footballers and had maintained the record for around three decades.
For Semenyo, the milestone represents the culmination of a remarkable rise in professional football. His journey was not straightforward, as he faced rejection from several clubs during his younger years before eventually progressing through the English football system.
After developing through the professional ranks, Semenyo established himself at Bournemouth before earning a move to Manchester City in January 2026. His performances at City helped him maintain his goalscoring form while competing for major honours.
His record-breaking campaign also added to a growing list of achievements for the Ghana international. He became the first Ghanaian player to score in a men’s FA Cup final when he found the net against Chelsea.
Beyond the statistics, Semenyo’s success represents another chapter in the history of Ghanaian players in English football. Yeboah’s achievements at Leeds had provided a benchmark for generations of Ghanaian forwards, while Semenyo has now created a new standard for those who follow.
The 26-year-old’s rise has also been viewed as an example of perseverance. His path to Premier League prominence included setbacks and periods outside the top level before he eventually established himself among England’s leading attackers.
With his record-breaking campaign now complete, Semenyo has the opportunity to build on his achievements and establish himself as one of the leading Ghanaian footballers of his generation.
His success has not only rewritten parts of Ghana’s Premier League history but has also demonstrated the continued impact of Ghanaian talent on English football.
Source: Thepressradio.com
