Antoine Semenyo, the Ghanaian forward for Manchester City, has been honored as the Premier League Player of the Week following a standout performance in a recent match. In a public vote, Semenyo garnered 39% of the votes, surpassing Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk, who secured 32% and finished as the runner-up.
This week’s voting also included notable players such as Lukas Nmecha from Leeds United, Wolverhampton’s goalkeeper José Sá, Newcastle United’s Malick Thiaw, and Jaidon Anthony from Burnley.
Semenyo’s impressive display contributed to Manchester City’s decisive 3-0 triumph over Fulham at the Etihad Stadium on February 11, 2026. He opened the scoring by capitalizing on a loose ball in the box, demonstrating his poise in front of goal. Additionally, he assisted teammate O’Reilly, who scored the second goal, solidifying City’s lead.
With this latest performance, Semenyo has tallied 13 goals and provided four assists in the current season, bringing his overall contributions across all competitions to 15 goals and five assists in 29 appearances. His consistent scoring has been vital for Manchester City, particularly when star striker Erling Haaland has not been able to find the net.
Following this victory, Manchester City currently holds the second position in the league standings with 53 points, trailing only four points behind the leaders, Arsenal. Semenyo’s remarkable form has made him a key player in City’s title chase.
The Premier League officially announced Semenyo’s accolade via their social media channels, highlighting his crucial role in the match.
