the 2020 season, he had made six appearances in all competitions. Following this, his option was declined by D.C. United for the 2021 season. San Antonio FC On 19 July 2021, Abu signed with USL Championship side San Antonio FC. International career On 9 August 2011, Abu was called up to the Ghana squad for the first time. He made his international debut for Ghana on 8 October 2011, as part of 2012 Africa Cup of Nations qualification against Sudan, and replaced Derek Boateng in the 75th minute of a 2–0 victory for the Black Stars. Although Abu had appeared just once in qualifying, he was included in Ghana's provisional squad for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on 15 December 2011. Abu was selected as part of the final 23-man squad on 11 January 2012. He made his debut in the tournament, coming on as a late substitute, in a 1–0 win against Botswana in the group stage on 24 January 2012. After appearing at AFCON, Abu would not be called back into the Black Stars setup for more than five years, until he was called up by head coach James Kwesi Appiah for a set of friendlies against Mexico and the United States in June 2017. Personal life Growing up, Abu wanted to be a footballer when he was eight years old. In doing so, Abu left his hometown, leaving "his family, friends and security" for Sunyani. There, he joined Sporting Club Accra, joining the academy at twelve years old. According to Tom Vernon, the founder of Sporting Club Accra, he described Abu as "always been confident both on and off the field, always with a smile and a good mood." Growing up, he said his favourite player is Xabi Alonso and he supported FC Barcelona. Abu later considered Ronny Deila to be a father to him, saying: "Ronny was like a father to me. He took care of me. Take care of me. Cooked for me. Taught me to drive. Ronny is part of my family. The estate was my first professional club. Ronny spent a lot of time on me, both on and off the field so I became a better player. He has played a big role in my career." Career statistics Club International References External links Living people 1991 births Footballers from Accra Ghanaian footballers Association football midfielders Right to Dream Academy players Manchester