Black Stars defender Joseph Aidoo was deeply moved by the warm support from his Celta Vigo teammates upon his return to football after a nine-month injury hiatus.

The 28-year-old made a significant comeback in Celta Vigo's 1-0 pre-season win over Portuguese side Gil Vicente. Aidoo entered the game in the 74th minute, replacing Carl Starfelt, and played for 16 minutes.

This marked his first appearance since suffering a ruptured Achilles tendon early in the 2023-2024 season.

Upon his return, Aidoo received heartfelt embraces and congratulations from his teammates. Overwhelmed by the support, he was seen wiping away tears as he walked off the pitch to applause from fans.

Aidoo's injury had sidelined him for most of the previous season, causing him to miss the majority of Celta Vigo's matches.

Prior to his injury, he was a key player for the team, featuring in 32 and 35 La Liga games in consecutive seasons.

The defender was also part of Ghana's squad at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, underscoring his importance to both his club and national team.

Aidoo's return is a significant boost for Celta Vigo as they prepare for the upcoming season.