C. K Akonnor, the Head Coach of Ghana Black Stars has made a statement that he and the team will do their best to secure qualification for the 2022 Afcon tournament against South Africa on coming Thursday.
Akonnor believes there is not much between the two sides in terms of quality and expects a competitive game.
“As much as we are a threat to them, they are also a threat to us.” Akonnor said.
“It’s all about how we organize ourselves and deliver.
“We want to try and qualify in that game before we return for the Sao Tome game.
“So we’ll see a team that is well organized and plays intelligent football.
“There are a few details that we need to work on. The difference between the two teams is not much and so we want to be clever in that sense and go in there and qualify.” He added.
Captain Andre Ayew, his brother Jordan Ayew as well as Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey have all sat out the match due to COVID-19 restrictions.
South Africa-based goalkeeper, Richard Ofori, has also failed to shake off a groin injury and has pulled out of the game, while TSG Hoffenheim’s Kasim Nuhu was not released by his club.
The game is scheduled for 16:00GMT on Thursday at the FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
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