Ghanaian midfielder Rahim Ibrahim made his UEFA Champions League debut on Wednesday night after being named in Slovan Bratislavas starting lineup against Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes.The 25-year-old was handed his first taste of Champions League football by coach Yaya Toure after playing a key role in Slovans run through the qualifying rounds.Ibrahim featured in all six of the clubs qualifying matches, helping them reach the league phase of the competition.Born in Salaga on June 10, 2001, Ibrahim grew up in Salaga and later in Mamobi in Accra. He began his career with Ghanaian club Accra Lions before making the move to Europe.He joined AS Trencin in Slovakia in 2020 and spent five years with the club, making close to 100 appearances.His performances eventually earned him a move to Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava in February 2025, where he signed a four-year contract.Now, Ibrahim has taken another big step in his career by starting against PSG in the Champions League.For a player who began his journey in Salaga and Mamobi, facing one of Europes biggest clubs on the Champions League stage marks a significant moment in his rise through the game.
