African players are making a significant impact in Ligue 2 this season, with five performers standing out for their goalscoring and attacking contributions after the opening stages of the 2026/27 campaign.
Pape Moussa Fall Senegal
Pape Moussa Fall has emerged as one of the division’s leading scorers with FC Metz. The Senegal international had scored eight goals in 10 Ligue 2 appearances, underlining his efficiency in front of goal.
The centre-forward’s ability to convert chances has made him one of the most prominent African attackers in the competition so far this season.
Yaya Fofana Ivory Coast
Stade de Reims have benefited from the attacking contribution of Yaya Fofana. The Ivory Coast midfielder had registered six goals and two assists, an impressive return for a player operating in the middle of the pitch.
His goals have placed him among Ligue 2’s leading scorers and made him one of the players to watch among the representatives of Ivorian football in the division.
Ibrahima Balde Senegal
Ibrahima Balde has made an immediate impression since joining FC Lorient on loan from Rodez AF until the end of the season.
The Senegalese forward had scored five goals in his first four appearances, a run of form that placed him among the championship’s most efficient finishers. His goalscoring record is particularly notable given the limited number of matches he had played.
Augustine Boakye Ghana
Augustine Boakye has become an important part of AS Saint-Etienne’s attacking play at the start of the campaign.
The Ghana international had contributed six goals and three assists in 10 Ligue 2 appearances. His record reflects both his ability to arrive in dangerous positions and his direct involvement in decisive moves.
Boakye’s combination of finishing and creativity has made him a key attacking option for the club.
Brandon Bokangu Democratic Republic of the Congo
Brandon Bokangu completes the group after establishing himself as an effective attacking option for En Avant Guingamp.
The Congolese forward had scored four goals in nine matches, placing him among Ligue 2’s leading scorers. His contribution will be one to follow as the season develops in Brittany.
African players prominent in attacking rankings
The five players reflect the strong presence of African talent among Ligue 2’s leading attacking performers in 2026/27.
Pape Moussa Fall and Yaya Fofana have stood out for their goal totals, while Ibrahima Balde has been particularly effective despite making fewer appearances. Augustine Boakye has contributed both goals and assists, and Brandon Bokangu has also established himself among the forwards attracting attention.
Their reported market values are:
- Pape Moussa Fall FC Metz: 9 million euros - Yaya Fofana Stade de Reims: 5 million euros - Ibrahima Balde FC Lorient: 3 million euros - Augustine Boakye AS Saint-Etienne: 6 million euros - Brandon Bokangu En Avant Guingamp: 600,000 euros