Stephen Owusu facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Stephen Owusu | ||
| Date of birth | 26 October 1982 | ||
| Place of birth | Prestea, Ghana | ||
| Date of death | 24 October 2020 (aged 37) | ||
| Place of death | Ghana | ||
| Height | 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2001 | Mine Stars | ||
| 2002–2005 | Asante Kotoko | ||
| 2006–2010 | Heart of Lions | ||
| 2007–2008 | → Espérance Tunis (loan) | ||
| 2010–2012 | Sharks F.C. | ||
| 2013–2014 | Aduana Stars | ||
| 2015–2017 | Tusker | ||
| International career | |||
| 2003 | Ghana | 1 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Stephen Owusu (born 26 October 1982 – died 24 October 2020) was a talented footballer from Ghana. He was known for playing as a striker, which means he was usually the player who scored goals for his team. Stephen played for several clubs during his career, including Tusker in the Kenyan Premier League.
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Who Was Stephen Owusu?
Stephen Owusu was born in a town called Prestea in Ghana. His birthday was on 26 October 1982. He became a professional football player and was known for his skills as a striker. Strikers are key players in football. Their main job is to score goals for their team. Stephen was a strong player who helped his teams win many matches.
Early Football Journey
Stephen started his football career in Ghana. In 2001, he played for a team called Mine Stars. After that, from 2002 to 2005, he joined one of Ghana's biggest clubs, Asante Kotoko. Playing for such a well-known team helped him gain experience. He then moved to Heart of Lions, where he played for several years.
Playing Abroad
During his time with Heart of Lions, Stephen also had a chance to play in another country. He went on loan to Espérance Tunis in Tunisia from 2007 to 2008. This was a great opportunity for him to experience football in a different league. After returning to Ghana, he played for Sharks F.C. and later Aduana Stars.
Success with Tusker F.C.
One of the most notable parts of Stephen's career was when he played for Tusker in Kenya. He joined the team in 2015 and played there until 2017. During his time with Tusker, he helped the team achieve a big win. They won the 2016 Kenyan Premier League title. This was a major achievement for the club and for Stephen.
Playing for Ghana
Stephen Owusu also had the honor of representing his country. In 2003, he played one match for the Ghana national team. Playing for your country is a dream for many footballers. It shows that he was considered one of the best players in Ghana at that time.
Legacy and Passing
Stephen Owusu passed away on 24 October 2020, just two days before his 38th birthday. He was 37 years old. He died in Ghana after a period of illness. Stephen will be remembered as a dedicated footballer who played with passion for all his clubs and his country.
