Kwadwo Poku: Stuck on the outside looking in

The prolific and dynamic Kwadwo Poku is arguably one of the top players playing in the United States after two strong seasons with Miami FC.

Poku. Anyone who knows how the name is associated with US Soccer is probably well aware of the Ghana born midfielder Kwadwo Poku, currently playing with Miami FC in the NASL. For those who aren’t aware, Poku is a classic case of someone who slipped through the cracks, took advantage of his opportunities, and found additional successes again and again.

Speed, power, technical ability, determination and passion are all qualities that Poku has and are the tools he used to break into the US Soccer scene, first in the US Open Cup. His rise and exposure in the…