Ghana forward Bernard Tekpetey excelled as Bulgarian giants Ludogorets defeated AS Roma to start their Europa Leagu on a winning note.
The 24-year-old started and lasted the entire duration as the Green Eagles won 2-1 to put pressure on Jose Mourinho and his AS Roma team.
After a goalless first half, the hosts broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute through Cauly Oliveira Souza.
But AS Roma pulled level with six minutes remaining after Eldor Shomurodov pounced on a Lorenzo Pelligrini assist.
However, Ludogorets left it late to score the winner through Nonato as they began their Europa League with an important win.
Tekpetey, who was snubbed by the Black Stars technical team for the international friendlies against Brazil and Nicaragua continued his decent run of form with another strong display.