Ghana winger Frank Acheampong sent off in Henan FC’s stalemate against Nantong Zhiyun FC in Chinese top-flight

Published on: 04 August 2024

Ghana international Frank Acheampong was given the marching orders in the Chinese Super League on Sunday.

The former Black Stars winger was involved in Henan FC’s away clash against Nantong Zhiyun FC at the Rugao Olympic Sports Center Stadium.

Unfortunately, the Ghanaian forward picked a straight red card, two minutes to full time as his outfit played out a 1-1 draw with their opponent.

Acheampong was handed a starting role in the thrilling clash but endured a tough game in the week 21 fixture.

The home team opened the scoring through Yongtao Lu after 39 minutes into the game. They went to the halftime break with the advantage.

Nantong Zhiyun FC were also reduced to 10-man after Haoqian Zheng accumulated yellow cards in stoppage.

However, Henan FC took advantage and manage to level pegging in the additional minute of the game.

The visitors pulled parity 13 minute into the additional time as both teams settled for the draw.

The 30-year-old has scored three goals and provided two assists in 20 game in the Chinese Super League this season.