Ghana will next face England, with Semenyo facing familiar names from Man City and the Premier League. Looking ahead to the clash, he made it clear that friendships will be put aside.
"It is going to be really tough and that is why we needed this win and the confidence to potentially help us into the next round," he said. "We feel like with this team, we've got talent, we've got a point to prove, and I feel like that's the driving force for us.
"Of course, they're my friends and there's love there, but now it's just time to focus. We had a little bit of banter before we left for the World Cup, but I don't think there is going to be any more. I don't think I will be texting anybody from the England team. If they text me, then I'll reply. But it's a serious competition, so it is just time to lock in."