12 Facts About Patrick Nyarko

Patrick Nyarko was born on January 15,1986 and is a Ghanaian former professional footballer.

Patrick Nyarko, who finished his Virginia Tech career with 31 goals, was called by coach Oliver Weiss, "the most incredible player I've ever coached" and he is considered to be the best soccer player in Virginia Tech history.

Patrick Nyarko first met Weiss when the coach was on a recruiting trip to Ghana.

Patrick Nyarko was named the Atlantic Coast Conference freshman of the year and was named to the all-ACC team.

Patrick Nyarko decided to forgo his senior season and enter the 2008 MLS SuperDraft.

Widely predicted to be the first pick in the draft, Patrick Nyarko was selected 7th overall by the Chicago Fire.

Patrick Nyarko made his MLS debut on June 15,2008, against FC Dallas, and scored his first MLS goal on August 2,2008, against Chivas USA.

Patrick Nyarko scored his first goal for United on April 2,2016, scoring against the San Jose Earthquakes.

Patrick Nyarko missed the last 3 months of the season with concussion.

Patrick Nyarko was out of contract with United following the 2017 season and was considering retirement due to brain trauma due to 8 separate concussions he has suffered from.

Patrick Nyarko was called up to the Ghana squad to face Chile.

Patrick Nyarko made his Ghana debut against Chile on February 29,2012, at the PPL Park in Chester, Pennsylvania.