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Tariq Lamptey was denied stadium entry in Fiorentina’s clash against Dynamo Kyiv

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Tariq Lamptey was denied stadium entry in Fiorentina’s clash against Dynamo Kyiv

Tariq Lamptey of Ghana was unexpectedly turned away from the stadium during Fiorentina’s match versus Dynamo Kyiv.

Before Fiorentina’s Europa Conference League match against Dynamo Kyiv on Thursday night, Ghanaian international Tariq Lamptey was almost turned away from his home stadium.

According to the Viola News, Lamptey first had trouble gaining entry to the Stadio Artemio Franchi after joining the Italian team in the summer from Brighton & Hove Albion because security personnel and stewards were unable to recognize him as a Fiorentina player.

Lamptey had to watch the game from the stands and cheer on his teammates while he recovered from a ligament injury.

Only when a Fiorentina supporter intervened, identified him, and presented him to the stewards and security as a squad member did the Black Stars defender eventually obtain entrance.

Tariq Lamptey was denied stadium entry in Fiorentina’s clash against Dynamo Kyiv

Putting on a stellar performance in the high-stake, the Italian outfit cruised to a 2-1 home victory over their opponent. Currently, Fiorentina find themselves in the eleventh position with 9 points after five matches into the Conference League phase.

The former Chelsea youth defender joined Fiorentina from Brighton in September for €6 million, but is yet to settle at the club due to injury setbacks.

The Ghanaian international made only two appearances for the Viola before succumbing to a cruciate ligament injury, from which he is still recovering.

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Tariq Lamptey to miss Brighton’s EPL opener

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Tariq Lamptey to miss Brighton's EPL opener

Tariq Lamptey, a defender for Ghana, will miss Brighton & Hove Albion’s league opener at Goodison Park on Saturday against Everton.

For their 2024–2025 season-opening, the Seagulls—headed by new manager Fabian Hurzeler—head to Merseyside.

Prior to this week’s trip to Everton, the Ghanaian international, who was absent from the preseason friendly against Villarreal, resumed training.

Tariq Lamptey to miss Brighton's EPL opener

Hurzeler did, however, reveal prior to the game that the 24-year-old will not be ready for the season’s first game as he heals from a knock sustained during practice.

Hurzeler stated at his first press conference before making his Premier League debut, “I’m not sure if they’re ready for the first match, but it’s great news that they’re back.”

Lamptey, who has thrived as a versatile wing-back, is still a vital member of the Amex Park team and is anticipated to play a significant role in the upcoming campaign.

In addition, it is anticipated that the English-born defender would be match fit for Ghana’s September AFCON qualifiers against Angola and Niger.

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Tariq Lamptey reacts after making injury return against Newcastle United

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Tariq Lamptey, the Black Stars’ defender, has responded to his comeback from injury.

The 22-year-old Tariq Lamptey suffered an injury against Newcastle United in the Premier League Summer Series in the United States on Friday. Brighton finished their season with a 2-1 loss against the Magpies.

The right-back made his first appearance since March in this game. Lamptey has been out with an injury since suffering it against West Ham United.

The injury kept Lamptey out of Ghana’s game against Madagascar in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers in June.

After making a return to the field, Lamptey took to social media, the elated defender expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank God always! Enjoyed being back out there, now time to push on.”

Lamptey’s return is a huge boost for Brighton and Hove, especially with their impending demanding season after qualifying for Europe.

He has been linked with a move to Sporting Lisbon in Portugal, but it appears Lamptey will be part of Robert De Zerbi’s core team.

Lamptey’s comeback is also excellent news for the Black Stars ahead of their September AFCON qualifier against the Central African Republic.

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Tariq Lamptey Reveals Why He Switched To Black Stars

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Tariq Lamptey, a defender for Brighton & Hove Albion, has admitted that the friendliness of Ghanaians affected his choice to play for the Black Stars, the senior national team.

Tariq Lamptey claimed that when he first visited Ghana, Ghanaians offered him a warm welcome, which influenced his choice to change his nationality from England.

Lamptey expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome he got in Ghana during an appearance on the Citi Breakfast Show and admitted that it had an impact on his decision-making.

While he acknowledged that a number of circumstances played a role in his choice to join the Black Stars, he said that the unforgettable emotion he had while working with the Ghanaian people on his charitable foundation was a turning point.

“It was a number of things that went into it but one of them was when I was doing my charity foundation last summer, and you see the people and the amazing feeling that they give you. So that obviously made the decision.

“To be fair you don’t know what to expect when you come, and it was that time of the decision and like I said it was amazing, and I’m always grateful.”

Lamptey also expressed gratitude to his Black Stars teammates for facilitating his smooth transition to the senior national team and made improvements to the squad’s outlook for the future.

“It was amazing, we have a very good team, we have a mixture of some great players in Europe, it was very easy, it was like a family, and we know what we can do.”

Before electing to play for Ghana, Lamptey, a current player for Brighton & Hove Albion, had previously represented England at the youth level.

At the Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup, he made his first World Cup debut with the Black Stars.

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