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Joseph Tetteh Anang (born 8 June 2000) is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for League of Ireland Premier Division club St Patrick's Athletic. A former youth international for England, he plays for the Ghana national team.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Born in Teshie, a suburb of Ghana's capital city Accra,[2][4] Anang moved to England in his teenage years.[5] Before playing as a goalkeeper, he played as a centre-back.[5]
Club career
[edit]West Ham United
[edit]Anang began playing in the youth team for Danbort in his native Ghana, before moving to Ghana Premier League club Wa All Stars.[2][6] He went on trial with West Ham United, ultimately signing for the club as an academy scholar in July 2017.[7] He had to wait until March 2018 to play for the club's under-18 team, having not gained international clearance, during which he also trained with the first team alongside goalkeeper Adrián.[7] Anang signed his first professional contract with West Ham on 1 July 2018.[8] He made five appearances in the EFL Trophy for West Ham's under-21 team.[1][7] Anang signed a new contract with West Ham on 15 December 2020, with the agreement running until the summer of 2024.[9]
Loan to Stevenage
[edit]Anang joined League Two club Stevenage on a season-long loan agreement on 15 June 2021.[4] He made his English Football League debut in Stevenage's 1–0 victory against Barrow on 7 August 2021.[10] Anang made 18 appearances during the first half of the 2021–22 season,[11] before returning to West Ham in January 2022.[12]
Loan to St Patrick's Athletic
[edit]On 28 January 2022, it was announced that Anang had signed for League of Ireland Premier Division side St Patrick's Athletic on loan until the end of November, ahead of their 2022 season, following a recommendation of the club by former West Ham United teammate Alfie Lewis who played for the club in 2021.[13] On 11 February 2022, he made his debut for the club in the 2022 President of Ireland's Cup against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium, as his side lost 5–4 on penalties after a 1–1 draw.[14] He made his league debut for the club a week later, keeping a clean sheet in a 3–0 win away to Dublin rivals Shelbourne at Tolka Park.[15] He made his first appearance in European football on 21 July 2022 in a 1–1 draw with Slovenian side NŠ Mura in the UEFA Europa Conference League.[16] Anang was the penalty shootout "hero" in the second leg in Slovenia as his side won the shootout 6–5 following a 0–0 draw after extra time.[17][18] Anang's loan was cut short in August 2022 with Pat's manager Tim Clancy stating that Anang refused to travel to Bulgaria for a UEFA Europa Conference League fixture against CSKA Sofia unless he was allowed to end his loan spell early after the club exited the competition.[19]
Loan to Derby County
[edit]On 14 August 2022, Anang was recalled from his loan at St Patrick's Athletic and sent to Derby County on a season-long loan.[20][21] He suffered a 'small arm fracture' in training shortly after signing for the club, an injury that kept him out of action for several months.[22] The loan was terminated in January 2023.[23]
Return to West Ham United
[edit]On 5 June 2024, West Ham United confirmed that Anang would depart the club upon the expiration of his contract at the end of the month.[24][25]
Return to St Patrick's Athletic
[edit]On 24 June 2024, Anang returned to his old club St Patrick's Athletic on a two-and-a-half-year contract, becoming recently appointed manager Stephen Kenny's first signing at the club.[26] Anang featured in all 6 of the club's UEFA Conference League games during the summer of 2024, as they beat Vaduz of Liechtenstein and Sabah of Azerbaijan before a narrow 2–0 defeat on aggregate against Turkish side İstanbul Başakşehir in the Play-Off Round of the competition.[27] On 17 July 2025, Anang made the 100th appearance of his career, in a 2–0 win away to Hegelmann in the UEFA Conference League, in what was his 4th clean sheet in consecutive games.[28] Anang finished the season with 18 sheets in 36 games, the most in the league, helping his side to the best defensive record in the league and a 5th place overall.[29][30] On 8 February 2026, Anang was named Man of the Match in the opening game of the 2026 season after making some excellent 1v1 saves in a 0–0 draw with Bohemians at the Aviva Stadium.[31][32]
International career
[edit]England youth career
[edit]Anang represented England at under-20 level,[4] making his debut as a 79th-minute substitute in a 3–0 victory against Iceland under-20s on 19 November 2019.[7][33] In October 2024, Anang spoke on his ambition to represent the nation of his birth, revealing that he had held conversations with the Ghana camp for a couple of years about a call up, saying "I'm just putting in the work and waiting for a call-up, we've been speaking the last two years but I was at West Ham as a No 3 and not playing. They might look at me more now and, hopefully in the future, you never know."[34]
Ghana senior career
[edit]On 26 May 2025, Anang received his first call up to the Ghana national team, for their games against Nigeria and Trinidad and Tobago in the 2025 Unity Cup in London.[35][36] On 12 October 2025, he was part of the matchday squad as they confirmed qualification to the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 1–0 win at home to Comoros, earning his club St Patrick's Athletic hundreds of thousands of Euro in the process.[37][38] On 14 November 2025, Anang made his Ghana debut in a friendly game away to Japan in the 2025 Kirin Cup.[39]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 27 February 2026
| Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | League cup | Europe | Other | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| West Ham United U21 | 2018–19[40] | — | — | — | — | 1[b] | 0 | 1 | 0 | |||||
| 2019–20[41] | — | — | — | — | 2[b] | 0 | 2 | 0 | ||||||
| 2020–21[42] | — | — | — | — | 2[b] | 0 | 2 | 0 | ||||||
| Total | — | — | — | — | 5 | 0 | 5 | 0 | ||||||
| West Ham United | 2021–22[11] | Premier League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |
| 2022–23[43] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |||
| 2023–24[44] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | 0 | 0 | |||
| Stevenage (loan) | 2021–22[11] | League Two | 13 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | 2[b] | 0 | 18 | 0 | |
| St Patrick's Athletic (loan) | 2022[1] | LOI Premier Division | 24 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 4[c] | 0 | 1[d] | 0 | 30 | 0 | |
| Derby County (loan) | 2022–23[43] | League One | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| St Patrick's Athletic | 2024[1] | LOI Premier Division | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 6[e] | 0 | 0[f] | 0 | 19 | 0 | |
| 2025[1] | 36 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | 6[e] | 0 | 1[f] | 0 | 46 | 0 | |||
| 2026[1] | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0[f] | 0 | 3 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 51 | 0 | 4 | 0 | – | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 68 | 0 | |||
| Career total | 88 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 121 | 0 | ||
- ^ Includes FA Cup & FAI Cup
- ^ a b c d Appearances in the EFL Trophy
- ^ Appearances in the UEFA Europa Conference League
- ^ Appearance in the President of Ireland's Cup
- ^ a b Appearances in the UEFA Conference League
- ^ a b c Appearances in the Leinster Senior Cup
International
[edit]- As of match played 14 November 2025
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | |||
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | |
| Total | 1 | 0 | |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h Joseph Anang at Soccerway. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ a b c "Ghana-born goalkeeper Joseph Anang on his first-team ambitions, European experience and chauffeuring Mohammed Kudus! | West Ham United F.C." www.whufc.com.
- ^ "J. Anang | West Ham United F.C." www.whufc.com.
- ^ a b c "Joseph Anang: West Ham United keeper joins Stevenage on loan". BBC Sport. 15 June 2021. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ a b "Academy quickfire questions: Joseph Anang". West Ham United F.C. 26 May 2021. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ "West Ham United still waiting for a work permit for Ghanaian goalkeeper Joseph Anang". Ghana Soccernet. 19 September 2017. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ a b c d "West Ham United – Joseph Anang". West Ham United F.C. 15 June 2021. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ "Anang signs first pro deal". West Ham United F.C. 1 July 2018. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ "Joseph Anang signs new West Ham United contract". West Ham United F.C. 15 December 2020. Retrieved 8 August 2021.
- ^ "Stevenage 1–0 Barrow". BBC Sport. 7 August 2021. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ a b c "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2021/2022". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ "Loan Watch: Frederik Alves features for Sunderland". West Ham United F.C. 4 January 2022. Retrieved 4 January 2022.
- ^ "Goalkeeper Anang Signs On Loan!". www.stpatsfc.com.
- ^ Fennessy, Paul (11 February 2022). "Memorable return for Jack Byrne as Shamrock Rovers beat Pat's on penalties". The42.
- ^ "Loan Watch: Joseph Anang keeps clean sheet on League of Ireland debut | West Ham United". www.whufc.com.
- ^ "Chris Forrester inspires revival as St Patrick's Athletic keep the tie alive". The Irish Times.
- ^ Donnelly, Dave (28 July 2022). "Anang the hero as Pat's hold nerve in penalty shootout" – via www.rte.ie.
- ^ "TheJournal.ie - Praise for West Ham youngster starring at Pat's ahead of another big European night for Irish football". www.the42.ie. 4 August 2022.
- ^ "TheJournal.ie - 'He wouldn't travel to Bulgaria unless we agreed to let him go' - Clancy disappointed with manner of Anang exit". www.the42.ie. 15 August 2022.
- ^ "GOALKEEPER ANANG SECURES DERBY LOAN SWITCH". www.dcfc.co.uk.
- ^ "West Ham goalkeeper Anang joins Derby on loan". BBC Sport.
- ^ "Derby County injury update as timeframe set ahead of West Brom clash". Derbyshirelive. 23 August 2022 – via www.derbytelegraph.co.uk.
- ^ "Joseph Anang returns from Derby County loan | West Ham United F.C." www.whufc.com.
- ^ "Ogbonna and Anang to leave West Ham United". West Ham United F.C. 5 June 2024. Retrieved 6 June 2024.
- ^ "West Ham United news: Angelo Ogbonna to leave Hammers when contract expires". BBC Sport. 5 June 2024. Retrieved 6 June 2024.
- ^ "Anang Returns To Richmond". www.stpatsfc.com.
- ^ "Joseph Anang | Matches". UEFA.
- ^ "Mason Melia proves too hot to handle as St Patrick's Athletic see off Hegelmann in Lithuania". The Irish Times.
- ^ "Joseph Anang - stats, career and market value". FotMob.
- ^ Sneyd, David (1 November 2025). "'We've definitely fallen short of our expectations' - Stephen Kenny on fifth-place finish". The 42.
- ^ Buttner, Paul (8 February 2026). "Anang stands tall as Bohs and Pat's share the spoils" – via www.rte.ie.
- ^ "Joseph Anang with Man of the Match performance in Irish League opener".
- ^ "England U20 3–0 Iceland U20". Soccerway. 19 November 2019. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ O'Hehir, Paul (31 October 2024). "Joseph Anang makes bold St Pat's predication for next season". Irish Mirror.
- ^ Association, Ghana Football. "Otto Addo names squad for Unity Cup 2025". www.ghanafa.org.
- ^ "St Pat's keeper Joseph Anang set for international bow after Ghana call-up". www.independent.ie. 26 May 2025.
- ^ "WC qualifying: Scots edge Belarus, Faroes shock Czechia". 12 October 2025 – via www.rte.ie.
- ^ McCadden, Mark (14 October 2025). "Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick's Athletic set for huge FIFA World Cup windfall". Irish Mirror.
- ^ "Japan vs Ghana: Friendlies stats & head-to-head". BBC Sport.
- ^ "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2018/2019". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2019/2020". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2020/2021". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 7 August 2021.
- ^ a b "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2022/2023". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 22 July 2022.
- ^ "Games played by Joseph Anang in 2023/2024". Soccerbase. Centurycomm. Retrieved 10 August 2023.
External links
[edit]- Profile at the West Ham United F.C. website
- Joseph Anang – UEFA competition record (archive)
Joseph Anang
View on GrokipediaEarly life and youth career
Early life
Joseph Anang was born on 8 June 2000 in Teshie, a coastal suburb of Ghana's capital city Accra, to Ghanaian parents.[8][9] He spent his early childhood in Ghana, growing up with his parents, one sister, and two brothers in a middle-class household supported by remittances after his father relocated to the United States as an electrician and his mother moved abroad for work.[8] When his parents emigrated, Anang lived with his grandparents, who provided stability amid the changes.[8] From a young age, Anang was exposed to football in Ghana, where he initially played as a centre-back starting around 10 or 11 years old, motivated by a simple enjoyment of the game and a drive to improve despite early setbacks.[8] A family friend played a key role in encouraging him to transition to the goalkeeper position, sparking his interest in the role during local play.[8] In his teenage years, Anang relocated to London, England, to join his mother Monica, who had moved there for employment as a cleaner before training as a nurse in a care home.[8] The adjustment to the colder climate and different culture proved difficult, but family support and his ongoing local football involvement helped him adapt while nurturing his ambition to pursue the sport professionally.[8]Youth career
Anang began his organised youth career in Ghana, initially playing for a local club before joining Danbort FC's under-15 team and later featuring for Wa All Stars in the Ghana Premier League youth setup.[8] Anang joined West Ham United's academy in July 2017 as a 17-year-old scholar following a successful trial period.[8] He progressed steadily through the youth setup, making appearances for the under-18 team during the 2017–18 season in the U18 Premier League and subsequently featuring for the under-23 side in Premier League 2 from 2018 onward.[10][11] In July 2018, shortly after turning 18, Anang signed his first professional contract with West Ham United, committing to a three-year deal until the summer of 2021.[12] Anang extended his contract in December 2020, securing his stay at the club until the summer of 2024 and reflecting his continued development within the academy system.[13]Club career
West Ham United
Anang was promoted to West Ham United's senior squad ahead of the 2019–20 season, having impressed in the club's youth setup, and was included in the Premier League registered squad list that September.[14][15] He served as the third-choice goalkeeper behind established professionals Łukasz Fabiański and David Martin, participating in first-team training sessions and pre-season preparations, including the club's summer tour.[15] In December 2020, Anang signed a new professional contract with West Ham United, committing his future to the club until the summer of 2024 and reflecting the club's confidence in his development as a promising talent under first-team goalkeeper coach Xavi Valero.[13] Despite this, he remained on the fringes of the senior team without making any competitive first-team appearances across all competitions during the 2019–20 and 2020–21 seasons, instead continuing to feature regularly for the U23 side while gaining exposure through bench inclusions in select matches.[2][16] Anang's role extended to meaningful behind-the-scenes contributions within the training squad, where he trained daily alongside senior goalkeepers and supported team dynamics by assisting teammates, such as providing transportation for forward Mohammed Kudus to training and matches during the 2023–24 season.[8] His presence in over 30 first-team matchday squads across his tenure, including pre-season tours like the 2023 trip to Australia, underscored his integration into the professional environment despite limited playing opportunities.[1][17][18]Loan to Stevenage
In June 2021, Joseph Anang joined Stevenage on a season-long loan from West Ham United until the end of the 2021–22 season, marking his first senior professional experience in the English Football League.[19][20] He made his debut for the club on 7 August 2021 in a 1–0 League Two victory over Barrow, securing a clean sheet in his first competitive appearance.[21] Anang quickly established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper under manager Alex Revell, starting in the opening matches of the campaign.[22] During his time at Stevenage, Anang made 13 appearances in League Two, conceding 22 goals while achieving 4 clean sheets, including shutouts against Bristol Rovers (2–0 win on 14 August 2021) and Hartlepool United (2–0 win on 2 October 2021).[23] His performances included notable saves, such as denying a penalty from Lee Angol in a 4–1 defeat to Bradford City on 17 August 2021, which helped limit further damage in the match.[24] Anang's reliability between the posts contributed to Stevenage's defensive efforts early in the season, as the team navigated a competitive League Two schedule.[25] Anang's playing time became limited towards the end of 2021 due to increased competition in the goalkeeping department, with him featuring only once in December 2021 against Carlisle United.[21] He was recalled by West Ham United on 5 January 2022, shortly after Stevenage signed goalkeepers Christy Pym and Laurie Walker during the transfer window.[26] Overall, Anang's contributions helped Stevenage secure a mid-table finish of 14th place in League Two for the 2021–22 season.Loan to St Patrick's Athletic (2022)
On 28 January 2022, Joseph Anang joined St Patrick's Athletic on a season-long loan from West Ham United, arriving shortly after returning from a previous loan spell at Stevenage.[27] The move provided Anang with an opportunity for regular first-team football in the League of Ireland Premier Division, where he quickly established himself as the club's primary goalkeeper under manager Tim Clancy.[28] Anang made his debut for St Patrick's on 11 February 2022 in the President's Cup against Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium, a match that ended 1–1 before Rovers won on penalties; during the game, he produced a significant save to deny a Rovers effort.[29] He went on to feature in 30 appearances across all competitions during his stint, including league matches and European qualifiers, while keeping 12 clean sheets.[30] Notable among these were his performances in title-contending fixtures against league leaders Shamrock Rovers, where his shot-stopping contributed to St Patrick's earning points in key encounters, such as a 1–1 draw in April 2022. Anang also made his European debut on 21 July 2022 in the UEFA Europa Conference League first qualifying round against NŠ Mura, helping secure a 1–1 away draw, followed by a crucial save in the 0–0 second-leg victory that advanced the team. As the first-choice keeper, Anang played a pivotal role in St Patrick's Athletic's solid defensive record, which saw the team concede just 36 goals in 36 league games.[31] His contributions were instrumental in the club's fourth-place finish in the 2022 League of Ireland Premier League, securing qualification for the 2023–24 UEFA Europa Conference League second qualifying round—their first European spot since 2021.[31] However, Anang's loan spell ended prematurely on 14 August 2022, after he declined to travel for a Europa Conference League play-off against FC Csíkszereda in Bulgaria, allowing him to pursue a subsequent loan opportunity elsewhere.[32]Loan to Derby County
On 14 August 2022, following a successful loan spell at St Patrick's Athletic where he made 30 appearances, Joseph Anang joined Derby County on a season-long loan from West Ham United to gain experience in English League One football.[33][34] The move was aimed at providing the 22-year-old goalkeeper with opportunities in a competitive English environment, with Anang expressing ambitions for promotion to the Championship.[35] However, Anang's time at Derby was hampered by injury, as he suffered a small arm fracture during his second training session just days after arriving, sidelining him for several months.[36][37] Upon recovery in late 2022, he faced stiff competition from established goalkeepers Joe Wildsmith and David Marshall, limiting him to training sessions and occasional bench roles without any first-team appearances.[38] In January 2023, he returned to competitive action with one appearance for Derby's under-23 side in a Premier League 2 Division 2 match against Southampton.[36][10] On 23 January 2023, West Ham United and Derby County mutually agreed to recall Anang early from the loan, allowing him to rejoin the parent club's first-team squad amid ongoing recovery and limited opportunities at Pride Park.[39][40] Despite the challenges, his period at Derby contributed to reserve-level development but resulted in no senior impact for the League One side.[36]Return to West Ham United
Following his recall from a loan spell at Derby County in January 2023 due to a broken arm injury, Joseph Anang returned to West Ham United and integrated into the first-team training squad.[39] He was named on the substitutes' bench for seven Premier League matches and six UEFA Europa Conference League knockout ties during the second half of the 2022–23 season, serving as third-choice goalkeeper behind Alphonse Areola and Łukasz Fabiański.[8] In the 2023–24 season, Anang was officially promoted to the role of third-choice goalkeeper, training daily with the senior squad and featuring in ten matchday squads across all competitions.[8] Despite this involvement, he made no first-team appearances for West Ham during the campaign, instead gaining competitive minutes with the under-23 team, including appearances in the EFL Trophy where he contributed to victories against Bristol Rovers, Cheltenham Town, and Colchester United.[8] Anang expressed his ambition to establish himself as a senior professional, emphasizing the value of daily first-team exposure in developing his shot-stopping and distribution skills, while remaining prepared for any opportunities.[8] Anang's professional contract with West Ham, which he had signed in December 2020 and extended until the summer of 2024, expired on 30 June 2024, allowing him to depart as a free agent after a four-year senior stint that yielded no competitive first-team appearances.[41] The club acknowledged his hard work and commitment in an official statement, wishing him well for his future career.[41]St Patrick's Athletic (2024–present)
In June 2024, Anang joined St Patrick's Athletic on a free transfer from West Ham United, signing a two-and-a-half-year contract and returning permanently to the club after a previous loan spell in 2022.[42][43] Anang quickly established himself as the first-choice goalkeeper for the remainder of the 2024 season, making 12 appearances in the League of Ireland Premier Division after joining midway through the campaign.[44] The 2025 season marked Anang's breakthrough as St Patrick's Athletic's undisputed number one, with 36 appearances in the Premier Division where he recorded 18 clean sheets.[45] In the UEFA Conference League qualifiers, Anang played all six matches against Hegelmann (first round, advanced 3–0 aggregate), Nõmme Kalju (second round, advanced), and Beşiktaş (third round, eliminated), contributing to the team's progression through the early rounds. His solidity in goal was instrumental in the team posting the league's best defensive record, conceding the fewest goals overall and securing a fifth-place finish.[46] A notable highlight came on 17 July 2025, when Anang started in a 2–0 away win over Hegelmann in the UEFA Conference League first qualifying round, achieving his 100th career appearance during the match.[47] By November 2025, he had amassed 58 appearances for the club since his permanent arrival.[1]International career
Youth international career
Born in Ghana and having moved to England at a young age, Anang became eligible to represent the England national team through residency requirements under FIFA statutes.[48] Anang transitioned from an outfield position, initially as a defender, to goalkeeper during his early youth football days in Ghana, a change encouraged by a family friend after joining local club Danbort FC.[8] This positional shift occurred amid his development in West Ham United's academy, where he earned his first call-up to the England under-20 squad in November 2019.[49] Anang received his sole youth international cap during a friendly match against Iceland's under-21 team on 19 November 2019 at Adams Park, entering as a substitute goalkeeper in the 79th minute of England's 3–0 victory.[50] Although part of the squad for an earlier friendly against Portugal on 14 November 2019, he did not feature in that 4–0 win.[51] Following his debut, Anang received no further call-ups to England youth teams, as his career focus shifted toward senior club opportunities, including loan spells away from West Ham United.[45]Senior international career
Born in Ghana and raised in England, Joseph Anang opted to represent the Black Stars at the senior level, leveraging his birth heritage despite having earned a cap for England's under-20 team.[2] Anang received his maiden call-up to the Ghana senior national team on 26 May 2025, selected by head coach Otto Addo for the 2025 Unity Cup in London, where the Black Stars faced Nigeria and Trinidad and Tobago.[52] He remained an unused substitute in both matches, with Ghana losing 2–1 to Nigeria on 28 May and defeating Trinidad and Tobago 4–0 on 31 May.[53] Anang earned further inclusions in subsequent squads under Addo for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. He was named in the September 2025 roster for an away fixture against Chad (1–1 draw on 4 September) and a home fixture against Mali (1–0 win on 8 September), followed by October call-ups for an away fixture against the Central African Republic (5–0 win on 8 October) and a home game versus Comoros (1–0 win on 12 October).[54][53] Across these six international outings, Anang served as a backup goalkeeper without appearing. He made his debut on 14 November 2025, starting and playing the full 90 minutes in a 0–2 friendly loss to Japan in the 2025 Kirin Cup.[53][55] His consistent selection reflects growing recognition of his potential, bolstered by impressive form at St Patrick's Athletic during the 2025 season, positioning him as a promising option for future Black Stars roles in qualifiers and beyond.[56]Career statistics
Club statistics
Joseph Anang has accumulated 118 senior club appearances across his professional career as of 17 November 2025, primarily as a goalkeeper for St Patrick's Athletic, with loan spells at Stevenage and Derby County.[57] He has not scored any goals in these matches, consistent with his position, and has received 3 yellow cards with no reds.[57]Club Breakdown
The following table summarizes Anang's senior appearances by club, including goals conceded and clean sheets:| Club | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets | Yellow Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Ham United (senior) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Stevenage | 18 | 29 | 5 | 0 |
| St Patrick's Athletic | 94 | 90 | 38 | 3 |
| Derby County (senior) | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 116 | 122 | 45 | 3 |
Season-by-Season Statistics
Anang's season-by-season senior stats highlight his progression, with standout performances at St Patrick's Athletic in the League of Ireland Premier Division. The table below details key seasons (Irish seasons run calendar year):| Season | Club | Competition(s) | Appearances | Goals Conceded | Clean Sheets | Yellow Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021/22 | Stevenage | League Two, Cups | 18 | 29 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | St Patrick's Athletic | Premier Division, Cups, Europe | 30 | 28 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022/23 | Derby County | EFL Trophy | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | St Patrick's Athletic | Premier Division, Cups, Europe | 19 | 18 | 7 | 1 |
| 2025 | St Patrick's Athletic | Premier Division, Cups, Europe | 45 | 44 | 19 | 2 |
| Total | 116 | 122 | 45 | 3 |
Competition Breakdown
Anang's club career spans domestic leagues, cups, and European qualifiers, with the majority in the League of Ireland Premier Division. He has played 16 European matches in UEFA Conference League and Europa League qualifiers (2022: 4; 2024: 6; 2025: 6), conceding 20 goals and keeping 6 clean sheets.[57] Domestic cup appearances total 14 across FA Cup, EFL Trophy, League Cup, President's Cup, and Leinster Senior Cup, yielding 4 clean sheets. League matches account for 82 appearances, 74 goals conceded, and 33 clean sheets. Overall, his career clean sheet rate stands at approximately 39%.[57]International statistics
Joseph Anang earned one cap at the youth international level for England. He switched allegiance to Ghana in 2025, earning call-ups to the senior national team (Black Stars) for the Unity Cup and 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, plus friendlies. As of 17 November 2025, he has 1 senior cap. In his international playing time, Anang has conceded 2 goals with no disciplinary cards.[53][5]Youth International Statistics
Anang's sole youth international appearance came for the England U20 team in a friendly against Iceland U21 on 19 November 2019 at Adams Park, Wycombe. He entered as a substitute goalkeeper in the 79th minute with the score already at 3-0, preserving the clean sheet for the remainder of the match, which England won 3-0. No other youth international appearances are recorded for Anang across levels such as U19 or U18.[50][58][59]| National Team | Level | Appearances (Starts) | Minutes Played | Clean Sheets | Goals Conceded | Yellow Cards | Red Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| England | U20 | 1 (0) | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Senior International Statistics
Anang was called up to the Ghana senior national team (Black Stars) in 2025 following his decision to switch allegiance from England youth levels, leveraging his Ghanaian birthright. He was an unused substitute in four 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers (September and October 2025) and two Unity Cup matches (May 2025), before making his debut start on 14 November 2025 in a 0–2 friendly loss to Japan. These selections included games against Nigeria (1–2 loss, 28 May), Trinidad & Tobago (0–4 loss, 31 May), Chad (1–1 draw, 4 September), Mali (1–0 win, 8 September), Central African Republic (0–5 win, 8 October), Comoros (1–0 win, 12 October), and Japan (0–2 loss, 14 November).[53][3][52]| National Team | Level | Squad Appearances | Appearances (Starts) | Clean Sheets | Goals Conceded | Yellow Cards | Red Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana | Senior | 7 | 1 (1) | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |