One of the 3 signings announced by the Wanderers today. Born in NZ, but lived in Aussie since he was 8. He has been a part of the CCM youth side for the past couple seasons.
He has impressed in the NSWPL this season, but doesn't appear to have played in any age group teams for Aussie. If he turns out any good, maybe we can have a word to him about playing for NZ.
Unveiled minutes earlier as one of three official signings for new A-League club Western Sydney Wanderers, the New Zealand-born, 20-year-old of Ghanaian parents was awestruck as he tried to comprehend the magnitude of the occasion.
"It's unbelievable . . . I don't know really how to react," Appiah-Kubi said as the media lined up to talk to the young man some in the game believe could be the "next big thing" in Australian soccer.[/quote]
[quote]Parramatta FC head coach Lee Sterrey is confident Kwabena Appiah-Kubi will be a hit in the Hyundai A-League after signing for the Western Sydney Wanderers.
Appiah-Kubi is the first player to be signed to the new franchise from the NSW Premier League after scoring six goals early in the season.
These are his 6 goals this season:
Rnd 4 @ 14:35 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQbTHx_EcAY
Rnd 7 @ 11:04 & 12:38 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pf9n2z3qisg
Rnd 8 @ 3:58 & 5:39 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9MMBx8lphQ
Rnd 10 @ 1:02 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZQHcYZq5HE
Isn't he signed with CCmariners youth team?
Isn't he signed with CCmariners youth team?
Did he sign a U21 contract or a standard contact?
Did he sign a U21 contract or a standard contact?
I hope he's good and I hope he thinks he's more Kiwi than Aussie!
I hope he's good and I hope he thinks he's more Kiwi than Aussie or Ghanian!
A photo of Appiah with wanderers new jersey
He is one of the u21 spots in the main squad.
Played his first 30 minutes in the A league vs Mcglinchey's side CCM.
Played his first 30 minutes in the A league vs Mcglinchey's side CCM.
He buzzed about a bit, looked lively and got involved but not really any significant touches
A video of Kwabena Appiah Kubi
Played 67 minutes in a 1-1 draw vs sydney
http://espnfc.com/us/en/gamecast/356424/gamecast.html?soccernet=true&cc=5901
Was pretty anonymous
Australian ala Mitch Cooper. Move on
Australian ala Mitch Cooper. Move on
The Jets started the second half with more purpose. Popovic responded by taking off Shinji Ono on 68 minutes for Kwabena Appiah-Kubi and the move seemed to work, with the extra pace causing the Jets midfield to tire.
Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/sport/a-league/aleagues-newcomers-make-it-five-in-a-row-20130209-2e5pt.html#ixzz2KquzLwJr
Anyone think he'll get a call up?
I remember aussie commentators saying he wasn't interested in playing for NZ
I remember aussie commentators saying he wasn't interested in playing for NZ
Who is eligible to represent RR? Aus? NZ? and the country of his birth?
It would be interesting to see if he is good enough to represent Aus (if he can) - especially after winning the league with WSW...
I watched most WSW games this season and although he hasn't played too much - he has certainly improved. He is no Hersi, but given his young age, he would be a great addition to the AW.
Who is eligible to represent RR? Aus? NZ? and the country of his birth?
It would be interesting to see if he is good enough to represent Aus (if he can) - especially after winning the league with WSW...
I watched most WSW games this season and although he hasn't played too much - he has certainly improved. He is no Hersi, but given his young age, he would be a great addition to the AW.
He's improved but still hasn't done anything to stand out as yet. I'm sure he'll have a blinder in season 2. either that or popovic feels he has to persevere with him given he was one of their first signings
he's also playing out of position isn't he as well. natural CF?
he's also playing out of position isn't he as well. natural CF?
he's also playing out of position isn't he as well. natural CF?
Well Smeltz, Killen & Fallon aren't going to be around forever JV
Who is eligible to represent RR? Aus? NZ? and the country of his birth?
It would be interesting to see if he is good enough to represent Aus (if he can) - especially after winning the league with WSW...
I watched most WSW games this season and although he hasn't played too much - he has certainly improved. He is no Hersi, but given his young age, he would be a great addition to the AW.
Who is eligible to represent RR? Aus? NZ? and the country of his birth?
It would be interesting to see if he is good enough to represent Aus (if he can) - especially after winning the league with WSW...
I watched most WSW games this season and although he hasn't played too much - he has certainly improved. He is no Hersi, but given his young age, he would be a great addition to the AW.
I guess it will come down to the age old question...am I good enough for Aussie? Once he answers this question he'll probably make a decision. In the meantime, it wouldn't hurt him to call him up to the friendlies leading up to November methinks.
Thought he was good in the derby over the weekend - however still think Fenton would be a better call up than him
^ That's an interesting one. The Fenton of the start of the season - definitely.
The only thing is that Louis is already playing for a NZ age group team and will definitely play for the AW if he continue to perform whilst Kwabena could declare for Ghana or Australia...
So my reasoning is that we should cap him just in case he explodes and becomes the next big thing.
Ive read that we've already approached him but hes declined already ??? and hasnt even wanted to be part of our age group sides. Guess hes holding out for Aussie
Yes I've hear he isn't overly keen on us as well.
Still worth a try I think. Hard to tell if he is ever gonna make it as a Socceroo. And even if he does, would he rather play 15 games for them or 70 for us??
I'm sure if he gets a call up he'd be thinking long and hard about what to do
You would think if an offer came up to play international age group football one would take it, as it wouldnt prevent you from switching allegiance later on in your career
I guess he seems himself more of an Aussie than a Kiwi and fair enough if he reckons he could play for them one day.
Where have you guys read that?
Would be hard to say no to a spot at the U20 world Cup if we qualify for it today... especially if he's not likely to make the Aussie team and misses out there.
Arguebly the biggest scouted competition in the world (second to maybe the World Cup itself, but by then you are usually known already). Would take a good set of balls to turn down that kind of opportunity for another that may or may not happen.
