Ghanaian forward Benjamin Bernard Boateng played a pivotal role in Al Ittihad's 1-1 draw against Ismaily SC in the Egyptian Premier League on Monday evening.
The match, held at the Borg El Arab Stadium, saw Boateng start and contribute significantly to his team's performance.
Prior to the game, the head-to-head record between the two teams stood at seven wins for Al Ittihad Alexandria, eleven wins for Ismaily SC, and seven draws. This encounter added another draw to the tally, reflecting the intense competition and evenly matched skills of both teams.
Ismaily SC dominated possession throughout the game, while Al Ittihad Alexandria had more goal attempts. The deadlock was broken in the 21st minute when Boateng, with a swift left-footed shot from the left side of the six-yard box, found the bottom left corner of the net. The assist came from Mabululu during a quick counter-attack, showcasing Al Ittihad's effective transition play.
However, Ismaily SC responded in the 39th minute with a left-footed shot from Mohamed Bayoumi, leveling the scoreline at 1-1.
Boateng has been a key player for Al Ittihad this season, featuring in 15 games, scoring five goals, and providing one assist in the Egyptian Premier League. His performance against Ismaily SC further underscores his importance to the team.
Al Ittihad Alexandria will next face El Gouna FC in their upcoming league game, where they will aim to build on this result and continue their push in the Egyptian Premier League.