Ghanaian midfielder Emmanuel Boateng in action as Hapoel Tel Aviv thrash Hapoel Ashkelon in friendly

Ghanaian midfielder Emmanuel Boateng featured for Israeli side Hapoel Tel Aviv as they thrashed Hapoel Ashkelon 3-0 in a friendly match on Tuesday.

Boateng lasted for 65 minutes in the game which was played in three halves of 35 minutes each.

Speaking after the friendly, he said, "It was surreal, to be honest especially playing without fans and having to observe the Covid-19 protocols as well."

"I was not really nervous because I really missed playing so it was also an opportunity to enjoy what I love doing."

The 22-year-old added, "We have been told not to go the beach and the malls because when you are seen outside, there’s fine for the player and the club."

The Israeli top-flight has been suspended since March due to the coronavirus outbreak, however, it is expected to resume on May 30 behind closed doors.

The former Aduana Stars youngster has made 18 appearances so far this term.