Sibo (L) greeting a fan during his welcoming
After playing his part in writing a new chapter for Real Oviedo, Ghanaian midfielder Kwasi Sibo has returned home to a hero’s welcome in Krofom, a suburb of Kumasi, where family, friends and football lovers gathered to celebrate one of their own.
Sibo, who joined Real Oviedo in July 2024 on a two-year deal, has quickly become a name mentioned with pride.
Over the just-ended season, he proved his worth in Spain’s fiercely competitive second division, playing 42 matches across all competitions, scoring a goal and providing an assist.
More importantly, he anchored Oviedo’s midfield as they clawed their way back to La Liga after a painful 24-year wait.
In Oviedo’s promotion playoff final against Mirandés, Sibo was at the heart of the action, starting the match and battling for 108 minutes before being substituted deep into extra time.
The night ended with Oviedo sealing a 3-1 win after extra time, enough to edge the tie 3-2 on aggregate and spark wild celebrations in Asturias and back home in Ghana.
That same joy followed him back to Kumasi, where he made his first stop in his hometown, Krofom.
Waiting for him were scores of locals who lined the streets, cheering and hailing his name.
Some proudly waved a special flyer they had printed just for him, a colourful montage of Sibo in action for Oviedo, symbolising the pride he’s brought to the community.
Amid the cheers and songs, the 27-year-old midfielder walked along the street and exchanged handshakes and hugs, taking time to greet the people who shaped the boy before he became the player.
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