Ebenezer Addo-Kufuor

Ebenezer Addo-Kufuor
Personal information
Date of birth (2002-09-23) September 23, 2002
Place of birth London, England
Position(s) Right-back
Team information
Current team
Biggleswade Town
Number 11
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
–2022 Brimsdown Rovers 10 (0)
2022–2023 Cheshunt 5 (0)
2023 FC Romania (loan) 20 (0)
2024–2025 Haringey Borough 37 (1)
2025– Biggleswade Town 17 (0)
Total 89
* Club domestic league appearances and goals

Ebenezer Addo-Kufuor (born 23 September 2002) is an English-Ghanaian semi-professional footballer and Under Armour-sponsored athlete. He plays as a right-back for Biggleswade Town F.C. in the Southern Football League Premier Division South. He rose to recognition through the UK Baller League in 2025 and is the winner of Under Armour UA Next Season 2, achieving the highest scorecard (91) across all UK participants.

Early life and youth career

Born in London to Ghanaian parents, Addo-Kufuor developed through grassroots football in North London. He holds both British and Ghanaian citizenship. He began his senior football career with Brimsdown Rovers F.C. in the Spartan South Midlands League, earning attention for his pace, physicality, and tactical discipline.

Club career

Cheshunt FC (2022–2023)

In July 2022, Addo-Kufuor joined Cheshunt F.C. from Brimsdown Rovers F.C.. That summer, Cheshunt Achieved promotion from the Isthmian League Premier Division to the National League South, and Addo-Kufuor was part of the club's transition into the sixth tier of English football.[1]

Addo-Kufuor with the Cheshunt FC squad following promotion to the National League South, 2022

FC Romania (2023)

In January 2023, he registered with FC Romania under dual registration from Cheshunt, playing in the Southern League Division One Central. His contributions supported the team during a critical relegation fight.[2]

Addo-Kufuor in action for Haringey Borough against Wingate & Finchley, Isthmian League fixture

Haringey Borough (2024–2025)

On 12 August 2023, Addo-Kufuor transferred to Haringey Borough F.C. in the Isthmian League. A December 2024 club report noted him “anchoring the backline” in a league match against Tilbury.[3] He continued as a regular starter through January 2025, appearing against Mildenhall Town.[4]

Biggleswade Town (2025–present)

On 31 January 2025, he signed for Biggleswade Town F.C., competing in the Southern League Premier Division South. He featured in Biggleswade's February 2025 fixture against Banbury United, listed in the starting eleven.

Baller League UK

Addo-Kufuor with John Terry celebrating the 26ers’ 8–2 victory over Vision FC during Baller League Season 1 (2025) at the Copper Box Arena

In 2025, Addo-Kufuor joined the 26ers for the inaugural UK season of the Baller League, a Sky sports televised six-a-side tournament featuring celebrity managers and professional players. He was selected by John Terry and played alongside Jordon Ibe, Marcel Lewis, and Spike Steggall.[5][6]

Baller League Stats (26ers)
Matches played 8
Goals 2
Assists 2
Pass completion 89.68%
Duels success 49.09%
Recoveries per match 21
Tackles per match: 13[7]

Under Armour and UA Next

Addo-Kufuor is a fully sponsored athlete with Under Armour, participating in its elite UA Next London programme, launched by Anthony Joshua. He originally trialled in UA Next Season 1 but narrowly missed selection. In Season 2, he returned and won the programme outright with the highest scorecard rating (91/100), outperforming over 1000 athletes from across the UK.

Addo-Kufuor at the UA Next London Season 1 Athletes Media Day

UA Next Overview:

  • Designed to scout and support young athletic talent from underserved communities
  • Includes elite physical testing, psychological development, nutrition, and branding workshops
  • Supported by Anthony Joshua and a network of elite trainers and UA ambassadors
  • Winners receive sponsorship deals, gear packages, and access to international events

Addo-Kufuor's victory in Season 2 earned him full Under Armour sponsorship and promotional features in brand campaigns. He now appears in UA's digital media, training events, and social impact campaigns targeting future talent.

Style of play

Addo-Kufuor is a modern full-back, capable of playing as a traditional defender or attacking wide player. He is praised for:

  • High pressing and recovery numbers
  • Fast overlaps and accurate crossing
  • Physical duels and strong tackling
  • Tactical flexibility (RB, LB, winger)
  • Dual-footed ball control

Career statistics

Club Years Competition Apps Goals
Brimsdown Rovers –2022 Spartan South Midlands League 10 0
Cheshunt FC 2022–2023 Isthmian League Premier Division 5 0
FC Romania 2023 Southern League Div. One Central 20 0
Haringey Borough 2024–2025 Isthmian League 37 1
Biggleswade Town 2025– Southern League Premier South 17 0
26ers 2025 Baller League 8 2
Total 97 3

Personal life

Active on social media platforms including:

His platforms feature training footage, brand work with Under Armour, match-day content, and behind-the-scenes from the Baller League and UA Next.

References

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