Godfred Karikari (; born 11 March 1985) is a former Ghanaian-born Hong Kong professional footballer. Early life Godfred Karikari was born to an affluent family in Ghana. He was a fast runner in his youth and was invited to join the school's track and field team, but he chose to play football instead. He was introduced to Hong Kong football by his manager and has not returned to Ghana since. His family members, whom he visits when he is on holiday, live in the United States and the United Kingdom today. Club career Early career Godfred arrived in Hong Kong in 2002 and joined Fukien. In 2005, he moved to Rangers (HKG). Happy Valley Godfred moved to Happy Valley in January 2008. He scored 9 goals in the remainder of the season. Although the club decided to use a youth strategy for 2009–10 season, his contract was renewed. The club finished last of the 10 clubs in the season and Godfred left the club for TSW Pegasus. Pegasus Godfred joined Pegasus. On 11 September 2010, he scored 3 goals in TSW Pegasus' 5:1 victory over HKFC. On 1 April 2011, he scored another hat-trick against Tai Chung FC in a 7:1 win. In total, he scored 13 goals for TSW Pegasus in all local competitions in the 2010–11 season. In the 2011–12 season, Godfred continued his good form by scoring 6 goals in 3 games, including a hat-trick against Sham Shui Po on 24 September 2011. Godfred was voted Most Valuable Player of Month in September 2011 by the Hong Kong Sports Press Association. Henan Jianye On 13 June 2012, Godfred moved to mainland China and signed a contract with Chinese Super League side Henan Jianye. He joined as a Hong Kong Chinese player and therefore not occupying any foreigners quotas of the club. He made his debut for Henan on 23 June, in a 0–0 away draw against Dalian Shide. His first goal for Henan came on 4 days later, which ensured Henan beat Chongqing Lifan 2–0 in the third round of 2012 Chinese FA Cup. Shenzhen Ruby In February 2014, Godfred transferred to China League One side Shenzhen Ruby. Beijing Baxy In July 2014, Godfred transferred to another China League One club Beijing Baxy. Qingdao Huanghai On 4 January 2016, Godfred signed by another China League One club Qingdao Huanghai. R&F After six years abroad, Karikari returned to