Ghanaian teen John Batigi nets match-winner in FC Van victory

Ghanaian youngster John Batigi continued his impressive form in the Armenian Premier League with another crucial goal for FC Van on Monday.The talented attacking midfielder delivered a standout performance, scoring the only goal of the match to secure a 1-0 victory over FC Shirak Gyumri at the Charentsavan City Stadium.Batigis decisive moment came in the 48th minute when he latched onto a perfectly weighted pass from captain and Armenia international Karen Nalbandyan inside the penalty area.With composure and precision, the 18-year-old unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner, leaving the opposition goalkeeper helpless.The goal proved to be the match-winner and highlighted Batigis knack for stepping up in critical moments.The win strengthens Van’s position in the league standings, keeping them firmly in 5th place with 29 points.They now trail the top spot by just six points, maintaining hope for a strong finish to the season.Batigi, who was substituted in the 83rd minute for defender Robert Hakobyan, continues to be a key player for his team.He has now scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist in 17 appearances this season, underscoring his growing influence in the Armenian Premier League.