John Boye is a Ghanaian former professional footballer known for his role as a defender.
He played for Stade Rennais F.C. from 2009 to 2014, making a significant impact in French football.
Boye had a stint with Kayseri Erciyesspor in Turkey from 2014 to 2015.
Biography
Early Life
John Boye was born in Accra, Ghana, where he began his football journey at Schwepps' youth academy. He later honed his skills at Pro Consult Sports Academy and Miracle FC, laying the foundation for his professional career.
Club Career
Boye's professional career took off when he joined Heart of Lions F.C. in 2007. His talent quickly caught the attention of Stade Rennais, and after a successful trial, he signed with them in July 2009. Initially, he joined Rennes on loan from Heart of Lions, but by the end of the summer transfer window, he made the move permanent. After several seasons in France, Boye transitioned to Turkish football, playing for Kayseri Erciyesspor from 2014 to 2015, and then Sivasspor from 2015 onwards. He later joined FC Metz in June 2018, where he contributed to their Ligue 2 victory in the 2018-19 season. In August 2021, Boye signed with Al-Fayha on a one-year contract.
International Career
Boye made his debut for the Ghana national team on June 22, 2008, against Gabon. He was a key player in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations, making his tournament debut against Botswana. His international career peaked when he helped Ghana secure a silver medal at the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, where they finished as runners-up after a dramatic penalty shootout against Ivory Coast. Throughout his international tenure, Boye has been recognized for his defensive skills and contributions to the team.
Legacy
Boye's career is marked by significant achievements, including being part of the Ghana national team that reached the Africa Cup of Nations final in 2015 and winning the TFF First League with Sivasspor in the 2016-17 season. His individual accolades include being named in the Ligue 2 UNFP Team of the Year for the 2018-19 season, highlighting his impact in French football.
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Career & Clubs
Early career
Born in Accra, Boye began his career with Schwepps' youth academy, where he played alongside Mohammed Iddi, he then later went on to play at Pro Consult Sports Academy and Miracle FC.
Heart of Lions and Rennes (loan)
Boye moved to Stade Rennais on 29 July 2008 after a two-week trial, he first arrived at Rennes on loan on 1 September 2008 from Ghana Premier League club Heart of Lions with an option to buy, and returned to Heart of Lions on 30 June 2009. Boye had long been a target for Rennes, but an early attempt from Rennes to sign him in 2009 broke down when it was claimed that he had already signed a deal with the Israeli club, Hapoel Petach Tikva.
Rennes
In July 2009, the situation had been wrapped up by Heart of Lions, allowing Rennes to complete the move before the summer transfer window 2009 deadline, he signed a contract on 10 July 2009, completing his move from his former club Heart of Lions to Stade Rennais.
Sivasspor
Boye left Turkish side Sivasspor following the expiration of his contract in June 2018.
Metz
On 21 June 2018, FC Metz officially announced the capture of John on a four-year deal, keeping him at the club till June 2022.
Al-Fayha
On 31 August 2021, Boye joined Al-Fayha on a one-year contract.
On 17 June 2008, Boye was called up for the Ghana, making his debut on 22 June 2008 against Gabon. Boye was included in the Ghana national team's 23-man squad for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in January 2012 and he made his tournament debut in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations match against Botswana on 24 January 2012. He was part of the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations team that took a silver medal after they lost to Ivory Coast in an 8–9 penalty shoot out.
International appearances
As of 8 July 2019
International goals
Scores and results list Ghana's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Boye goal. Some sources credit Christian Atsu with scoring a goal against Lesotho on 16 June 2013, but FIFA credited it to Boye.
- Club
- Stade Rennais F.C. (2009–2014)
- Club
- Kayseri Erciyesspor (2014–2015)
- Club
- Heart of Lions F.C. (2007–2009)
- Club
- Stade Rennais F.C. (2008–2009)
- Club
- Ghana national under-20 football team
- National team
- Ghana
- Club
- Sivasspor (2015–)
- Club
- Ghana men's national football team (2008–)
Legacy
Sivasspor
TFF First League: 2016–17 Metz
Ligue 2: 2018–19 Ghana
Africa Cup of Nations runner-up: 2015 Individual
Ligue 2 UNFP Team of the Year: 2018–19
Clubs
- Ghana men's national football team2008current
- Sivasspor2015current
- Ghana national under-20 football teamcurrent
- Heart of Lions F.C.2007–2009
- Stade Rennais F.C.2008–2009
- Stade Rennais F.C.2009–2014
- Kayseri Erciyesspor2014–2015
Played together with
Aatif ChahechouheSivasspor · 2012
Abdeslam OuaddouStade Rennais F.C. · 2003–2006
Abdou Kader ManganeKayseri Erciyesspor · 2013–2014- Abdou Kader ManganeKayseri Erciyesspor · 2014–2015
- Abdou Kader ManganeStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2012
Abdou Razack TraoréSivasspor · 2019
Abdoul CamaraStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2011
Abdoulaye DialloStade Rennais F.C. · 2009–2014
Abdoulaye DoucouréStade Rennais F.C. · 2012–2016
Abdoulaye SanéStade Rennais F.C. · 2011–2013- Abdoulaye SanéStade Rennais F.C. · 2014
Abdulkadir ÖzgenSivasspor · 2012–2014
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John Boye is a Ghanaian former professional footballer who played as a defender.
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