Nigel Archeampong
Position: Striker (#9) | Nationality: Ghanaian
Age: 14 (Born: July 27, 2009)
Height: 180 cm / 5’11” | Weight: 75 kg / 165 lbs
Jersey: #18 | Preferred Foot: Right
Nigel Archeampong is a prototype of power and precision, a Ghanaian striker whose towering 5’11” frame and technical grace redefine the modern #9 role. At just 14, his physical maturity belies his age, allowing him to dominate aerial battles, outmuscle defenders, and shield the ball like a seasoned pro. But Nigel is no brute—his right foot strikes with surgical accuracy, and his deft first touch transforms long balls into scoring opportunities, earning him the nickname “The Bridge” for linking midfield and attack.
In the #18 jersey, Nigel combines raw strength with unexpected agility, using his speed to exploit gaps in high defensive lines. Coaches marvel at his versatility: he can pivot from a hold-up target man to a ruthless poacher, burying headers, volleys, or one-on-one chances with ice-cold composure. Born in Tamale, where football is a lifeline, Nigel’s game echoes the North’s resilience—relentless in pursuit, yet calculated in execution.
Off the pitch, Nigel is a chess enthusiast, studying grandmaster strategies to sharpen his positional IQ. He volunteers at a local animal sanctuary, crediting the patience he learns there for his calmness under pressure. A fan of Asamoah Gyan’s legacy, he trains with weighted vests to build explosive power, dreaming of someday leading Ghana’s attack with the same fearlessness.
“Nigel isn’t just a striker—he’s a storm. He’ll outjump you, outthink you, and outwork you. The #18 isn’t his number; it’s his warning.”
— Kenpong Academy Coaching Staff