Peter Lamptey

Peter Lamptey (6 April 1946 – 9 October 2025) was a Ghanaian footballer who played as a forward. He spent most of his club football with Hearts of Oak and Great Olympics, becoming top scorer in the Ghanaian league in 1973. He made six appearances for the Ghana national team. He was often referred to as the "goal thief" for his scoring prowess. He was the Ghana Premier League top scorer in 1973 when he scored 26 goals in 21 matches,

International career In 1971, Lamptey was invited to the Ghana national team for the first time. and featured in all Ghana's matches played.

Death Lamptey died in Accra on 9 October 2025, at the age of 79.

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Honours Hearts of Oak Ghana Premier League: 1971, 1973, 1976, 1978, 1979 Ghanaian FA Cup: 1973, 1974, 1979 African Cup of Champions Clubs runner up: 1977, 1979

Individual Ghana Premier League top scorer: 1973