Career
Affulinho went out on loan to Asante Kotoko from 2007 to 2009. Afful played in some friendly matches for Helsingborgs IF but could not firm up a deal, and instead moved to Tunisian side Espérance. On July 30, 2015, Afful signed a contract with Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew South Carolina.
Ghana national team
Afful plays at international level for his native Ghana and his first full match was in Ghana"s 2–1 loss to Mexico on Wednesday March 26, 2008.
He played as left fullback in this match.
He captained the Black Stars for the first time in their 3-2 victory over Congo on Tuesday September 1st, 2015. 2008 African Cup of Nations
Afful was part of the Ghana squad for the 2008 African Cup of Nations which was hosted on his home soil.
His debut match was against the Ivory Coast in the 2008 26th MTN African Cup of Nations hosted by Ghana.