Issa Kallon became the hero for Shanghai Port in a thrilling match that had spectators on the edge of their seats. His late goal in the 75th minute secured a 2-1 victory over Tianjin Tiger.
Kallon’s decisive goal not only sealed the win for Shanghai Port but also highlighted his importance as a key player. This marks his third goal of the season, further establishing his significance within the team.
The triumph reaffirmed Shanghai Port’s dominance in this season’s campaign and solidified their position as the frontrunners in the league standings.
Throughout the current season, Shanghai Port and Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have clashed three times, with Shanghai claiming two wins and one match ending in a draw.
Issa Kallon (born 3 January 1996) is a professional footballer who currently plays for Chinese Super Leagueclub Shanghai Port as a winger. Born in the Netherlands, he represents the Sierra Leone national team.
Club career
Kallon is a youth exponent from FC Utrecht. He made his Eredivisie debut at 24 August 2014 in a 1–2 away win against Feyenoord.
On 27 July 2016 he went on a 1-year loan to FC Emmen.
On 14 August 2017, Kallon joined SC Cambuur. He left the club after five years, on 30 June 2022, as his contract expired.
On 28 July 2022, Kallon joined Chinese Super League club Shanghai Port.
International career
Born in the Netherlands, Kallon is of Sierra Leonean descent. He is a former youth international for the Netherlands.[7] Kallon was included in the Sierra Leone squad for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations. He debuted with Sierra Leone in a 2–2 tie with the Ivory Coast on 16 January 2022.