Amando Boakye, a 23-year-old football enthusiast, got more than he bargained for when he attended Aston Villa pre-season match against Valencia
Boakye believes that due to his attire and uncanny resemblance, he was mistaken for the Villa midfielder, Jacob Ramsey. “I drew a crowd of more than 200,” Boakye recollected. “People wanted autographs and pictures and I did them for an hour before the game. It was an experience like none other, and I genuinely felt like I was living my dream of playing for Aston Villa.”
Who is Amando Boakye mistaken for Aston Villa football player seen signing autographs vs Valencia match
Football fan Amando Boakye living the dream and playing the part
Wearing a Villa training top, Boakye became the center of attention, and fans eagerly approached him for photos and autographs. Always wanting to make others happy, he happily obliged, signing away and taking countless pictures.
Villa is more than a family
And it's all about Ghanalions
Owusu Boakye Amando pic.twitter.com/jNFxXO0WEU— Owusu Nyarko Francis (@OwusuNyarkoFra1) March 2, 2020
Amando Boakye further shared the joy of the moment in a video that has since become an internet sensation, with views surpassing 600,000. “I’m Jacob Ramsey. Can’t believe my eyes. I’m living the best of my life,” he playfully commented in the video. The online community was just as entertained, with one user mentioning, “F****** priceless. A young fella’s dream come true.”
The man behind the moment
Beyond this playful episode, Amando Boakye hails from Juaben and is a charity worker. He is also the proud runner of the Villa fan club called Ghana Lions, boasting more than 28,500 followers on Twitter.
This game marked the first time Amando Boakye saw his beloved Midlands club play live, having journeyed from Luxembourg for the occasion. The cherry on top? After the match, he managed to snap a photo with the club’s England defender, Tyrone Mings.
The true meaning of ‘Villan’
For those curious, the term ‘Villan’ has represented fans of Aston Villa since 1879. Many mistakenly believe it’s a typo for “villain,” which commonly refers to antagonists in stories or a slang for a criminal. Club programme editor Jack Urry coined the term, and cartoonist Tom Webster brought the Villa Villan character to life in 1905.
In conclusion, while Amando Boakye may not be an actual Premier League star, his spirit, joy, and passion for the game are undoubtedly genuine. His spontaneous day of “fame” at the Mestalla Stadium is a testament to the unexpected joys that football can bring to its fans.
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