The former Ghana U20 player stepped up when it mattered to convert from the spot and hand his team their first win at the group stage of the European competition since 2013.

Baidoo took the opportunity to also thank the fans who showed up in huge numbers to support the team at the Boraas Arena.

He posted on Instagram: "No words. Thank you all."

Meanwhile, the pulsating encounter ended with Elfsborg producing a resilient display in the second half, earning them a Performance of the Week nomination in the Europa League.

Baidoo has been the Swedish Allsvenskan side's best player for the last two season, scoring his fourteenth goal of the campaign against Roma. In Europe, it was his fourth goal, having netted three times in the qualification stages.

The 25-year-old is expected to be named in the Black Stars squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Sudan.