Ghana| Season | Team | Goals | Assists | Yellow Cards | Red Cards | Appearances | Win Ratio | Draw Ratio | Loss Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | KENPONG ACADEMY | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 83.33 | 16.67 | 0.00 |
#17 Desmond Korletey
Desmond Korletey
Position: Striker (#9) | Nationality: Ghanaian
Age: 14 (Born: May 5, 2009)
Height: 174 cm / 5’8.5″ | Weight: 64 kg / 141 lbs
Jersey: #17 | Preferred Foot: Right
Desmond Korletey is a whirlwind of energy and ambition, a Ghanaian striker whose lightning pace and technical wizardry electrify Kenpong Academy’s frontline. At just 14, his fearless approach to taking on defenders—darting past challenges with quick feet and a low center of gravity—has already marked him as a future torchbearer of Ghana’s attacking legacy. The #17 jersey, a symbol of his relentless drive, fits like armor as he combines raw speed with a sharpshooter’s composure, burying chances with his lethal right foot.
Born in Accra, Desmond’s game is forged in the city’s bustling street football scene, where creativity and grit collide. His ability to turn half-chances into goals stems from an obsession with precision, often staying late after training to perfect curlers and chips. Coaches describe him as a tactical sponge, absorbing advice on off-the-ball runs and defensive pressing, then executing it with the urgency of a veteran.
But what truly sets Desmond apart is his unyielding resolve. After every missed opportunity, he’s first to track back, win possession, and reignite the attack—a trait that’s earned him the nickname “The Recharger.” Off the pitch, he’s a quiet leader, mentoring younger academy prospects and studying replays of Thierry Henry’s Arsenal days, dissecting the art of blending flair with efficiency.
“Desmond doesn’t just chase goals—he hunts growth. Every sprint, every drill, every match is a brick in the foundation of something extraordinary.”
— Kenpong Academy Coaching Staff
| Height | 174 cm / 5’8.5″ |
| Weight | 64 kg / 141 lbs |
| Position | Striker |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
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