Charles Boateng (born 28 July 1997) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a forward for USL League One club Richmond Kickers, on loan from WAFA SC.[1][2]
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 28 July 1997 | ||
| Place of birth | Kumasi, Ghana | ||
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Attacking midfielder, Forward | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Richmond Kickers (on loan from WAFA SC) | ||
| Number | 77 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2009–2015 | WAFA SC | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2015– | WAFA SC | ||
| 2019–2021 | → Richmond Kickers (loan) | 16 | (2) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 25 October 2020 | |||
In January 2017, Boateng agreed to terms with Real Salt Lake to join their USL side Real Monarchs on loan.[3] However, in February it was announced by the club that Boateng had failed his physical and would not be joining the side.[4]
In March 2019, Boateng made his return to the US after signing on loan with the Richmond Kickers.[5]
In the first round of the 2019 U.S. Open Cup, Boateng scored four goals to lead the Kickers to a 6–2 win over Virginia United.[6]
Boateng finished the 2019 season by scoring two goals in the final three league matches against the Chattanooga Red Wolves on September 29, 2019, as well as in a 2–0 win over Orlando City B in the final match of the season.[7][8]