Sports News of Monday, 20 May 2024

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Watch as Dutch defender Jeremie Frimpong, his Ghanaian mother take centre stage in Leverkusen's celebrations

Dutch defender, Jeremie Frimpong Dutch defender, Jeremie Frimpong

Dutch defender, Jeremie Frimpong, and his Ghanaian mother, affectionately known as 'Aunt Bernice,' were the highlights of Bayer Leverkusen's Bundesliga championship celebration on Saturday, May 18, 2024.

Bayer Leverkusen was adorned with the Bundesliga title and medals after triumphing in the 2023/2024 season without a single defeat.

Jeremie Frimpong, who represents the Netherlands internationally, played a pivotal role in Leverkusen's success.

On the season's final day, he was joined by his mother and family to celebrate the victory.

A circulating video online shows Frimpong and his mother joyfully dancing to the chants of Bayer Leverkusen fans, with teammates and club officials looking on appreciatively.

Frimpong has been a cornerstone for Leverkusen, contributing nine goals and seven assists.

Under the stewardship of Spanish football legend, Xabi Alonso, the team is vying for the Europa League title, with a forthcoming match against Italian club Atalanta.

Journalist Collins Atta Poku provides insights into Aunt Bernice's life, revealing she is a single mother of seven, with one daughter, and resides in Amsterdam, Holland.

Watch the video below