Bibiani Goldstars coach Michael Osei believes the Black Stars have been given a wake-up call by Algeria following their heavy defeat.
The Black Stars preparations for AFCON 2021 suffered a jolt on Wednesday night when they got pummeled 3-0 by the North African side.
Adam Ounas gave the Algerians a first-half lead before an own goal from Jonathan Mensah and Islam Slimani’s cool finish ensured the African and Arab champions head to AFCON with a confidence-boosting victory.
According to Michael Osei, the defeat is a wake-up call for the team as he believes the coach will have a fair idea about the team.
“I think it was a good test match for the team, I believe it will help the coach to have a fair idea about the team. It is a wake-up call for the playing body”
“We should give them the benefit of the doubts that they can’t do it, they can do it. It is a difficult tournament and there are many countries who are favourite, tactically and technically they are on top. It is not going to be an easy tournament for Ghana but all the same, we are always favourite, ” he told Kumasi-based Wontumi FM.
“I believe other countries have fears for Ghana whenever they are playing us. So, the team’s defeat to Algeria is a wake-up call. It tells them to go the extra mile” he said.
The much-anticipated tournament will kick start on Sunday, January 9, 2022, in Central Africa country.
Source: Mybrytnewsroom/Sylvester Ntim
