Jamie Leweling, the young forward who had long been knocking on the doors of international football, made an unforgettable debut for Germany in dramatic fashion. Called up for the first time ever due to a last-minute injury crisis, Leweling was thrust into action unexpectedly when another key player went down injured during the warm-up.
The game, a crucial UEFA qualifier, started with nerves for Leweling, but the 23-year-old quickly settled in. He made his presence known in the first half when he found the back of the net with a stunning strike, only to have the goal controversially ruled out for offside. Despite the setback, Leweling remained focused.
His moment finally came in the second half. With the score locked at 0-0, Leweling latched onto a through ball and calmly slotted it past the opposing goalkeeper. The stadium erupted as he celebrated his debut goal—this time, no linesman flag would ruin his joy.
It was a night that will forever be etched in his memory and the hearts of German fans. Ironically, Leweling’s rise to stardom could have come under a different flag. Former Black Stars coach C.K Akonnor had once approached the player about representing Ghana, describing him as “a player with the potential to develop into a big player.” Leweling had declined the offer, choosing instead to focus on his club career in Germany.
Now, with his remarkable debut, it seems Leweling has taken the first step toward fulfilling Akonnor’s prophecy—but for Germany, not Ghana.
